For sin shall not be master over you, for you are not under law but under grace. Romans 6:14 Fear is a strong motivator, but is it the kind of motivation we need every day? Perhaps not. What we fear often becomes a negative motivator and creates a life of dissatisfaction and legalism. But [...]
The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases, His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23 Boy, have I made mistakes. No one ever gave me a handbook for marriage. It would be worth its weight in gold. I've often thought about writing one, [...]
As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear Him. Psalm 103:13 I was so excited the first time my dad let me cut the grass. I can remember the day. It was like a transition from boyhood to manhood. I was doing "dad" kinds of [...]
It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed. Deuteronomy 31:8 I have to let you in on a secret about me. I am terrified of heights. Absolutely terrified. I remember as a child walking across [...]
His steadfast love endures forever (Psalm 136:1-3) The Psalmist cries out for a call to thanksgiving for God's people. He says to give thanks, show gratitude, or show appreciation to God because His love is steadfast. This thankfulness is an act of worship. Do you ever think of your thankfulness as an act of [...]