Today's Bible Verse : || Romans 5:1 || New International Version

Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ

Read: || Romans 5:1 || New International Version

Today's Bible Verse : || Matthew 17:20 || New International Version

He replied, “Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”

Read: || Matthew 17:20 || New International Version

Today's Bible Verse : || Hebrews 11:1 || New International Version

Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.

Read: || Hebrews 11:1 || New International Versionn #Grace #God's Plan #Faith #Mercy #Hope #Confidence

Today's Bible Verse : || Psalm 25:1-3 New International Version

1. In you, LORD my God, I put my trust. 2 I trust in you; do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me. 3. No one who hopes in you will ever be put to shame, but shame will come on those who are treacherous without cause.

Read: || Psalm 25:1-3 New International Version

Today's Bible Verse : || 1 Peter 5:8-9 New International Version

Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings.

Read: || 1 Peter 5:8-9 New International Version

Today's Bible Verse : || Psalm 121: 1—2 || New International Version

I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.

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Today's Bible Verse | Psalms 27:1 | New International Version

The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid?

Read:Psalms 27:1 | New International Version

Today's Bible Verse | 1 Corinthians 16:13 | NLT

Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong.

Read: 1 Corinthians 16:13 | NLT #Faith #Courage #Strength

Today's Bible Verse | Hebrews 3:13 NIV

But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called “Today,” so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.

Hebrews 3:13 NIV

Week 3 - Faith Series: Matthew 18:19 | King James Version (KJV)

Matthew 18:19 | King James Version (KJV) Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven.

Week 2 - Faith Series: Jeremiah 33:6 | King James Version (KJV)

Jeremiah 33:6 King James Version (KJV)

“Behold, I will bring it health and cure, and I will cure them, and will reveal unto them the abundance of peace and truth.”

Day 2 - Faith Series: Hebrews 11:1

Hebrews 11:1 NIV

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Hebrews 11:1. Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.

Verse Thoughts - Provided By: Bob Prichard

Source: https://housetohouse.com/meaning-faith-substance-hope-evidence-hebrew-111/

The word translated “substance” comes from the Greek hupostasis (Strong’s # 5287), which means “a placing or setting under, a substructure or foundation.” This word appears elsewhere in the New Testament as “confident” or “confidence” (2 Corinthians 9:4; 11:17; Hebrews 3:14).

The word translated “evidence” comes from the Greek word elengchos (Strong’s #1650), meaning “a proof, or that by which a thing is proved or tested; conviction.”

The context in question deals with the existence of the universe, for verse 3 says, “through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that the things which are seen were not made of things which do appear.”

Biblical faith comes from careful observation and the weighing of all available evidence. For example, the atheistic, evolutionary “explanations” for the origins of the universe don’t even qualify as bad science. They are more akin to science fiction. There are only two explanations for the existence of the universe that don’t include a divine creator:

the universe has always existed, or

the universe created itself out of nothing.

Who is willing to accept either proposition? Certainly no intelligent, thinking individual!

Consider also the vast evidence of design in our world and in the universe generally. Is the design present in the earth’s position in relation to the sun (controlling the environment, etc), the moon’s position in relation to the earth (controlling the ocean tides) simply a matter of dumb luck? What about the intricacies of the eye of a housefly, or the human brain (not to mention the magnificence of the entire human body)? Where does the evidence point? It points to an intelligent creator.

Men are sent to prison every day for crimes no one saw them commit. How are such verdicts reached? Through the presentation and consideration of all available evidence. In like fashion, just because no man was present when God created the universe doesn’t mean there is no evidence to support the fact that it happened. If Mr. Sagan was correct in his assessment of what constitutes faith, then it takes a lot more faith to be an atheist than to believe in the God of the Bible!

Finally, because the Bible is a book that can be trusted to be accurate in everything it addresses, we have faith in God and His promises, both to bless the obedient and punish the disobedient. For the obedient, we have the confident hope of heaven. – Bob Prichard

Day 1 - Faith Series: James 1:6

James 1:6 New International Version (NIV)

6 But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.

Verse Thoughts - Provided By: Knowing-Jesus.com

Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/james-1-6

The epistle of James was sent to Christians who had been scattered abroad as a result of persecution. He knew that the human response to the difficulties and dangers we face in life can either cause us to doubt God's goodness or increase our trust in His sufficient grace.

James knew that disbelief in God's goodness and power.. during times of great problems and pain, results in a man or woman being buffeted and bruised by the circumstances of life.. and being unstable in their faith and victims of the situation they are facing - instead of becoming victors through the sufficient strength, that is supplied to all God's children, by faith.

And so James reminds us that the trials we face are designed to test our dependence upon God; strengthen our faith in Him and drive us to our knees in prayer and supplication - so that we may receive His grace and mercy to help in time of need. And so we are called upon to pray - we are called upon to pray for wisdom.

James does not necessarily encourage these believers to cry out for God's help or His strength in their desperate time of need, nor does he advise them to request an escape from the fiery trial they are facing. James does not even plead for an easy release from the various trouble that is pursuing their path. He is wanting these believers to come to a deeper knowledge of the Lord.. and a more secure trust in God.. and so he exhorts them to pray for wisdom.. so that in their trial, they will learn the precious lesson that the Lord desires to teach them.. and God gives liberally to all who simply ask Him.. But there is a condition in this prayer request for wisdom in times of trouble: let him ask in faith without doubting... for the enemy of all prayer is unbelief

How important that our prayers are not a ritual or a duty, but are offered to the Lord in faith.. How important to pray in faith, expecting the Lord to answer our request. The walk of faith is a life that is lived trusting God in the midst of difficulties, holding fast to His precious promises and knowing that God's word stands fast for ever and ever - but prayer that is offered up in unbelief causes a man or woman to be tossed hither and thither by doubts and uncertainty about God's goodness and grace.

Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/james-1-6

Day 21 - God Promises: Proverbs 3:5-6

Proverbs 3:5-6. New International Version (NIV)
5. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6. in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.



Proverbs 3:5-6 Commentary: provided by Joel Osteen VIA Today's Word 05/08/2016 - Divine Interruptions.
We all have times when our plans don't work out. We get delayed, interrupted and inconvenienced. It's easy to get frustrated and fight against everything that doesn't go our way. But, not every interruption is bad. Every closed door doesn't mean you're doing something wrong. Every delay doesn't mean you're not where you're supposed to be. There is something I call a divine interruption where God, on purpose, will delay us to protect us from an accident. On purpose, He will close a door because it's not His best. Sometimes, God will allow us to be inconvenienced so we can help someone else in need. We have to be willing to press through difficulty so we can be at the right place at the right time.

The next time you're interrupted, delayed or inconvenienced, don't start thinking, "This is a pain. This is getting me off schedule." No, get a new perspective. Look for what God wants to do because it could be divine interruption or divine protection. Trust Him today because He is directing your steps.

PRAYER FOR TODAY:

"Father, thank You for choosing me. I surrender every area of my mind, will and emotions to You. Use me for Your glory today and teach me to discern Your ways in Jesus' name. Amen."

Source: https://www.joelosteen.com/Pages/MessageViewer.aspx?date=2016-05-08

Trusting God | Gods Plan | Gods Promises | children | faith |

Day 18 - God Promises: Isaiah 41:10

Isaiah 41:10 New International Version (NIV)
10 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

Verse Thoughts:
Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/isaiah-41-10
It has been said that the comforting words, Fear Not, appear in the bible 366 times, one for each day of the year, plus one for leap year. But no matter how many times these words of encouragement appear, let us always remember that they are spoken by the Creator of the Universe. He is the one Who tells His children not to fear, nor to be discouraged, because He is our God and that should be sufficient. We should simply take Him at His word. Read more...

Daily Verse - January 25, 2020

Proverbs 3:5 | trust | faith | Gods plan |

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.

Daily Verse - January 24, 2020

Philippians 4:13 | Jesus | Strength | Faith |

I can do everything through him who gives me strength.

Todays Devotion - December 11, 2019.

Joel Osteen Daily Devotional Dec 11 2019
Posted on December 11, 2019 by Joel Osteen

He Will Multiply You
TODAY’S SCRIPTURE:
And I will make My covenant (solemn pledge) between Me and you and will multiply you exceedingly.
Genesis 17:2, AMPC

TODAY’S WORD:
God is in the multiplication business. It doesn’t matter what your need is today, God wants to increase you! One time in the Old Testament, God simply multiplied the sound of four men’s footsteps and caused them to sound like a mighty army. When their enemies heard them coming, they took off running. There were thousands of enemy troops running for their lives, scared to death, thinking they were being attacked by a massive army when, in fact, it was just four people!

Friend, God can make you seem bigger than you really are. He can make you look more powerful. He knows how to multiply your influence, your strength, your talent and your income. You don’t have to figure it all out. All you have to do is put your trust in Him. If you will release your faith and get up every day expecting God’s far and beyond favor, you’re going to see God multiply you in every area of your life!

PRAYER FOR TODAY:
Father God, thank You for Your faithfulness in my life. Thank You for Your promise to bless and multiply me. Direct my steps, keep me close to You as I increase in You in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Verse of the day - December 3, 2019

1 John 5:13 | NIV | eternal life | faith | Jesus |

I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life.

Today's Devotional - November 28, 2019

If you’ll outlast the opposition, you’ll see the victory. Outlast the sickness, outlast the injustice, outlast the trouble at work, outlast the loneliness.

Click here to watch, "Outlast the Opposition": https://t.co/kMfAhXGqHJ pic.twitter.com/8gK94Vv9q4

— Joel Osteen (@JoelOsteen) November 26, 2019