Stiving to get closer to Jesus every day and sharing what I learn.
For what I am doing, I do not understand; for I am not practicing what I would like to do, but I am doing the very thing I hate.
– Romans 7:15 (New American Standard Bible (©1995))
Our flesh is a very powerful thing within us. If we don’t keep spiritually strong we will no doubt displease God.
The LORD is my strength and my shield. My heart trusted Him, so I received help. My heart is triumphant; I give thanks to Him with my song.
– Psalm 28:7 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
Man will let you down time and again but if you trust in God in your situation He can deliver you like no one else can.
I’ve heard that you have the spirit of the gods and that you have insight, good judgment, and extraordinary wisdom.
– Daniel 5:14 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
The world may not be able to explain it correctly but they can recognize when the God’s Spirit is shining through you.
He makes the storm into a calm, so that the waves are at peace.
– Psalm 107:29 (Bible in Basic English)
No matter how bad your storm is, look to God to calm those raging waves.
This is my comfort in my trouble; that Your sayings have given me life.
– Psalm 119:50 (Bible in Basic English)
Even in the worst situation, the Word of God can revive you when you’re feeling down.
But My people did not listen to Me. Israel wanted nothing to do with Me. So I let them go their own stubborn ways and follow their own advice.
– Psalm 81:11-12 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
God doesn’t force anyone to do anything. But if you don’t listen to Him, you’re on your own!
So then, “Whoever calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”
– Romans 10:13 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
God is willing to rescue us…all we have to do is call on Him.
If Your law had not been my delight, my troubles would have put an end to me.
– Psalm 119:92 (Bible in Basic English)
If you make the Word of God a priority in your life it can save you from the enemy’s plans against you.
Your mercy is so precious, O God, that Adam’s descendants take refuge in the shadow of Your wings.
– Psalm 36:7 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
The best place of safety is in God’s merciful arms.
Do not consider yourself wise. Fear the LORD, and turn away from evil.
– Proverbs 3:7 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
Nobody is smart enough to avoid sin. Only by His power and a decision to run from it can we stay pure.