Proverbs 28:6 (NKJV) Better is the poor who walks in his integrity; Than one who is wicked in his ways, though he be rich. Books like Ecclesiastes tell us that being good does not always equal good fortune. We live in a sin-cursed world, and often righteous people are...
Proverbs 3:31 (NKJV) Do not envy the oppressor, And choose none of his ways; Life seems unfair when people who are mean, dishonest, greedy or manipulative seem to get all the breaks and enjoy things we can only dream of. We see arrogant, self-absorbed people waste...
(Click here to search for all the posts in this series…) James 1:9-11 – Let the lowly brother glory in his exaltation, but the rich in his humiliation, because as a flower of the field he will pass away. For no sooner has the sun risen with a burning heat than...
Mark 10:17 Now as He was going out on the road, one came running, knelt before Him, and asked Him, “Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?” (NKJV) Often, we don’t ask God life changing questions like “which choice should I...
Psalm 62:8 Trust in Him at all times, you people; Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us. (NKJV)(Previous devotionals can be found at www.seriousfaith.com)In whom or what to do you trust? It’s not a hard question; take a look at your checkbook,...
