“But Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the royal food and wine, and he asked the chief official for permission not to defile himself this way.” Daniel 1:8 (NIV) How many times has this happened to you? Picture yourself…
‘Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life.’ Psalms 139: 23-24 Have you ever had a…
“Oh that you would slay the wicked, O God! O men of blood, depart from me! They speak against you with malicious intent; your enemies take your name in vain.” Psalm 139:19-20 (ESV) Cancel culture. Social media wars. Political divisions.…
For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 139:13-14 (ESV) Designer clothes. Designer shoes. Famous brands. The finest quality. Things that exude elegance,…
“Where shall I go from your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from your presence? If I ascend to heaven, you are there! If I make my bed in Sheol, you are there!” Psalm 139:7-8 (ESV) Loneliness has become a…
O Lord, you have searched me and known me! Psalm 139:1 (ESV) The concept of being fully known can be terrifying. In our human relationships, we often carefully manage what others see, crafting our image and selectively sharing parts of…
“Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you—guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us.” 2 Timothy 1:14 (NIV) Military commanders know that even the strongest fortress is only as effective as the power…
Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you—guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us. 2 Timothy 1:14 (NIV) When Native American elders entrust their sacred stories to the next storyteller, they’re passing on…
“Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you—guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us.” 2 Timothy 1:14 (NIV) In medieval times, the Crown Jewels of England were kept under a legendary “double guard”…
Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you—guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us. 2 Timothy 1:14 (NIV) The gospel of Jesus Christ is the most precious treasure ever entrusted to human hands.…
Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you—guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us. 2 Timothy 1:14 (NIV) When parents deposit their life savings into a secure trust fund for their child’s future,…
“Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ.” Ephesians 4:15 Good intentions aren’t enough. Many believers have wounded others deeply while claiming…
