“I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made;” Psalm 139:14a      I am sure that at least one time in your life you...

(Encouraged reading: Proverbs 26) v. 1, 3-12, 17, 27 How to Treat a Fool    We’ve learned a lot about the fool and his folly, and in...

God's got you in His hand. Trust Him. Rely on Him. And let the joy of the Lord be your strength (Nehemiah 8:10).

In our culture the new year is sometimes thought of as a clean slate. We begin by making resolutions to do better (physically, mentally,...

(Encouraged reading: Proverbs 25) v. 1-7 The Heart of a King    “It is God’s glory that he needs not search into a matter, because he...

Let this be the scripture be written on our hearts this year. May our will become His will, and our plans His plans.

Hebrews 12:1-2a, “let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is...

(Encouraged reading: Proverbs 24) v. 1-2, 8-9, 15, 19-20, 28-29 The Schemer’s Downfall     “The devising of foolishness is sin...”...

Stop. Be still. Be present. Don't let the busy and hustle of life, the world, or even the new year soon approaching make you miss out on...

“…Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanual”, Isaiah 7:14b. “He will be great, and will be...

(Encouraged reading: Proverbs 23) v. 1, 4-5, 7, 9-19, 22-28 Instruction      “Apply your heart to instruction, and your ears to words...

The Lord has come! What a blessing that we as Christians can have full and deep joy in the knowledge that our Savior came down over 2,000...

“I wonder if the snow loves the trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with a white...

(Encouraged reading: Proverbs 22) v. 1, 3-4, 6, 9, 11-12, 17-21, 29 A Good Name      “A good name is to be chosen rather than great...

Whether you try one of these or pick your own activities, find time this month to bless others and to reflect on the real meaning and...

In American society Christmas music and commercials are already starting before our Thanksgiving. As soon as December 1st rolls in,...

(Encouraged reading: Proverbs 21) v. 1-3, 5, 15, 20-23, 30-31 The Life of the Righteous      “He who follows righteousness and mercy...

As you go about your day, pray and talk to your Heavenly Father. Develop in prayer a dependency on Him, a devotion to Him, and a...

This season often evokes feelings of nostalgia, yet for some, this holiday time stirs up dread more than eager anticipation.      Some...

(Encouraged reading: Proverbs 20) v. 1, 3-4, 6-7, 9-17, 19-25, 27, 29-30 A Life of Integrity      To live with integrity, one must act...