He Who Waters

The generous man [is a source of blessing and] shall be prosperous and enriched, And he who waters will himself be watered [reaping the generosity he has sown]. Proverbs 11:25 AMP This scripture reminds me of a young man that I know. He has a heart for helping others. If you need help, he would do all … Continue reading He Who Waters

Reject Evil Behavior

For wherever there is jealousy and selfish ambition, there you will find disorder and evil of every kind. James 3:16 NLT People go through life hoping that the people they associate and interact with will consider them people of value. I don’t believe that anyone intentionally goes about saying, “I want people to hate me.” … Continue reading Reject Evil Behavior

Choose For Yourself

O Lord, I will honor and praise your name, for you are my God. You do such wonderful things! You planned them long ago, and now you have accomplished them. Isaiah 25:1 NLT A few weeks ago I heard a young lady talking about basketball, just about the time when basketball fever gripped New York. You see, the … Continue reading Choose For Yourself

When Success is Insufficient

Then Naaman and his entire party went back to find the man of God. They stood before him, and Naaman said, “Now I know that there is no God in all the world except in Israel. So please accept a gift from your servant.” 2 Kings 5:15 NLT Everyone wants to be successful. Nobody gets … Continue reading When Success is Insufficient

Divine Discipline

 As you endure this divine discipline, remember that God is treating you as his own children. Who ever heard of a child who is never disciplined by its father? Hebrews 12:7 NLT When I was a child, I hated to get in trouble. I would do all I could to behave in a manner that … Continue reading Divine Discipline

Love Covers

Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins. 1 Peter 4:8 NLT Most parents protect their children at all costs. They would do all they can to shield their children from danger. The most timid parent can become a bear if their child is … Continue reading Love Covers

Follow God’s Plan

So Moses and Aaron did just as the Lord had commanded them. Exodus 7:6 NLT  Many times in life, people get assigned to projects that some believe lie outside of their skill set. When God called Moses, he was minding his own business, tending sheep in the desert. People use their own motives and criteria … Continue reading Follow God’s Plan

Rewarded with Long Life

I will reward them with a long life and give them my salvation.”!” Psalm 91:16 NLT The average person would love to live to a ripe old age. Medical science has done a lot of research into what people can do to improve the quality of their lives, and live longer enjoying good health. Today, especially … Continue reading Rewarded with Long Life

God: My Salvation!

See, God has come to save me. I will trust in him and not be afraid. The Lord God is my strength and my song; he has given me victory.” Isaiah 12:2 NLT The concept of trust is difficult for most people to embrace. When you extend kindness, many times the recipient is skeptical. Why are you … Continue reading God: My Salvation!

Don’t Fear: Trust God

Though a mighty army surrounds me, my heart will not be afraid. Even if I am attacked, I will remain confident. Psalm 27:3 NLT War is a terrible time for everyone. It’s stressful for soldiers and civilians alike. It’s especially difficult for the people who live in the war zone; it’s a time of uncertainty and … Continue reading Don’t Fear: Trust God