Posts with the category “bible-basics”

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Often, we do not think about how the sin that we commit, has consequences. Most of us probably didn’t do anything to break the law or to try to...  Read More

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” While this verse sounds like our magic fix all, it is not. What we are missing is that it takes self-sacrifice to allow God to strengthen us to...  Read More

“Don’t you know that those who serve in the temple get their food from the temple, and that those who serve at the altar share in what is offered on the altar? In the same way, the Lord has commanded ...  Read More

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Do you believe the plans God has for you are good? Do you pur...  Read More

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight” On many occasions, the path of our life does not se...  Read More

“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about...  Read More

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” What are three things you are asking the Lord for help with? In wha...  Read More

“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” An...  Read More

“But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”...  Read More

“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.” Has there ever been a time in your life ...  Read More

“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint.” The Bible says that when we trust in...  Read More

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is- His good, pleasing and perfect will.” This v...  Read More

“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth” Think about it, the God that we know, love, and serve created everything that is around us. The earth, the sky, the flowers, the trees, animals...  Read More

“What shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us who can be against us?” In this world we will face obstacles and problems. We will not always have people who approve of who we believe...  Read More

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” The thief, who is Satan, throws things in front of us that look tempting and fun, bu...  Read More

‘“Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. Why do you look at the speck of sawdust i...  Read More

“For you created my inmost being, you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; you works are wonderful, I know that full well.” Have you ever fel...  Read More

“But he answered, “It is written, man shall not live by bread alone but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.”’ God’s word gives us life! When we read His word, we create intimacy with Him b...  Read More

“Give all your worries and cares to God, for He cares about you.” Is there anything that you are worried or anxious about that you can give to God today?......  Read More

“I refuse to be ashamed of sharing the wonderful message of God’s liberating power unleashed in us through Christ! For I am thrilled to preach that everyone who believes is saved – the Jew first, and ...  Read More

“This is my command- be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord you God is with you wherever you go.” Just as God gave this promise to Joshua, it can also be for you. Is t...  Read More

“In the beginning was the word, and the word was with God, and the word was God.” The Bible is the written word of God. It is a compilation of books written by many different authors over approximatel...  Read More

“Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in, and we will share a meal together as friends.” Jesus sends an invitation. When you open up and let Him int...  Read More

“There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has mad...  Read More

“I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” There is a difference between having God’s word stored as head knowledge and having His word stored in your heart. You might...  Read More

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.” To be in Christ is to be in relationship with Him. This means that we’ve acc...  Read More

“So, we have been sent to speak for Christ. It is as if God is calling to you through us. We speak for Christ when we beg you to be at peace with God.” If you have received Christ, you have been calle...  Read More

“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” This verse is used a lot to encourage us to continue to believe for things we cannot see. The part that gets misse...  Read More

“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” Receiving all these things sounds so easy and often we focus on what we can get from God. Focus i...  Read More