Stiving to get closer to Jesus every day and sharing what I learn.
And you will recognize Him by this sign: You will find a baby wrapped snugly in strips of cloth, lying in a manger.
– Luke 2:12 (New Living Translation (©2007))
While you’re unwrapping your presents don’t forget to look for signs of Jesus on this His birthday!
A Child will be born for us. A Son will be given to us. The government will rest on His shoulders. He will be named: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
– Isaiah 9:6 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
As we open Christmas presents, don’t forget the best present of all…JESUS! Happy Birthday Jesus!
Forgive us as we forgive others.
– Matthew 6:12 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
If you want forgiveness when YOU mess up, then you must always be willing to forgive others also.
Serve the LORD cheerfully. Come into His presence with a joyful song.
– Psalm 100:2(GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
God loves to hear you singing! He thinks you sound great whether you do or not!
The High and Lofty One lives forever, and His name is holy. This is what He says: I live in a high and holy place. But I am with those who are crushed and humble. I will renew the spirit of those who are humble and the courage of those who are crushed.
– Isaiah 57:15 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
Even though God is in heaven He is so big that He is also here with us at the same time.
Whoever makes an offering of praise gives glory to Me; and to him who is upright in his ways I will make clear the salvation of God.
– Psalm 50:23 (Bible in Basic English)
God desires praise. It should be as natural to a believer as breathing.
Do not remember the sins of my youth or my rebellious ways. Remember me, O LORD, in keeping with Your mercy and Your goodness.
– Psalm 25:7 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
Because of Jesus’ Blood He doesn’t remember our past sins. Thank you Jesus!
So we are lying if we say we have fellowship with God but go on living in spiritual darkness; we are not practicing the truth.
– 1 John 1:6 (New Living Translation (©2007))
If you don’t do even the most basic things like pray and read His Word then how can you claim to want more of God?
Almighty LORD, You have [only] begun to show me how great and powerful You are. What kind of god is there in heaven or on earth who can do the deeds and the mighty acts You have done?
– Deuteronomy 3:24 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
Knowing that God can literally do anything, why do we limit Him? He’s just waiting for someone with crazy faith to show His power through!
God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.
– Matthew 5:10 (New Living Translation (©2007))
When you are mocked or treated badly for Christ’s sake, remember that this world is not our home anymore.