Don't be too busy making a living to live.
As you reflect over the past week take a hard look at your priorities. What can you do better next week to show God that his values are shared in you?
For we are God's co-workers; you are God's field, God's building.
1 Corinthians 3:9
Remember, today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday.
With God at your side, there is nothing you will encounter today that you can't handle. Take a deep breath and let go of the worry. Focus on the tasks and let God handle the schedule.
When they take you before synagogues and before rulers and authorities, do not worry about how or what your defense will be or about what you are to say. For the holy Spirit will teach you at that moment what you should say.
Luke 12:11-12
The Bible grows more beautiful as we grow in our understanding of it.
In a world that can be ugly at times, isn't it great to know that we can ALWAYS find beauty in God's word? Discover more of that beauty today.
For whatever was written previously was written for our instruction, that by endurance and by the encouragement of the scriptures we might have hope.
Romans 15:4
A single line in the Bible can inspire you more than all the books you have ever read.
Forward this TAGline to a friend and share your favorite Bible verse with them.
And that from infancy you have known [the] sacred scriptures, which are capable of giving you wisdom for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.
2 Timothy 3:15
We're not in the land of the living moving toward the land of the dying, rather we're in the land of the dying moving toward the land of the living.
Prepare yourself for the land of the living. Read the Bible. Pray. Serve others. Be a better example of Christ's undying love and start living more today.
And he is not God of the dead, but of the living, for to him all are alive.
Luke 20:38
While it may be comforting to be around those who agree with you, discover opportunities for growth from those who are not.
As you spend time with people who have a different viewpoint today, be courteous and respectful of their opinion so you may have an opportunity to learn and grow. Ask God to always keep your heart open.
Do not conform yourselves to this age but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and pleasing and perfect.
Romans 12:2
Speak Out – Don't Sneak Out.
Christ calls us to speak out for Him. When an opportunity presents itself today, don't skip out. Be strong and take a stand for Christ.
Whoever is ashamed of me and of my words in this faithless and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of when he comes in his Father's glory with the holy angels.
Mark 8:38
Jesus is God spelling Himself out in a language we can understand.
Let His name be written on your heart so that you can have a clear understanding of His perfect L-O-V-E. Act in a language that everyone can understand by clearly translating His Love to others today.
That he lavished upon us. In all wisdom and insight, he has made known to us the mystery of his will in accord with his favor that he set forth in him
Ephesians 1:8-9
The game of life is the game of boomerangs. Our thoughts, deeds and words return to us sooner or later with astounding accuracy.
It is said you reap what you sow. Sow seeds of faith and love today, and when they return, you will be in much better shape to receive them.
Consider this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.
2 Corinthians 9:6
"A little bit more" – Four short words sum up what has lifted most individuals above the crowd. They did all that was expected of them and a little bit more.
Do a little bit more today to show those around you that you are strong in your Christian faith. Rise above the crowd and make Him proud.
If I preach the gospel, this is no reason for me to boast, for an obligation has been imposed on me, and woe to me if I do not preach it!
1 Corinthians 9:16
When in doubt, just take the next small step.
We all face uncertainty, and at times it can almost paralyze us from making the decisions necessary to achieve our goals. Ask God today for the faith to keep taking the next step.
But seek first the kingdom [of God] and his righteousness, and all these things will be given you besides. Do not worry about tomorrow; tomorrow will take care of itself. Sufficient for a day is its own evil.
Matthew 6:33-34
Not only do we know God through Jesus, we only know ourselves through Jesus.
Read and reflect on John's Gospel this week, and as you do, pray for the wisdom to get to know Jesus better. You never know what God might reveal to you about yourself in the process.
So Jesus said [to them], "When you lift up the Son of Man, then you will realize that I AM, and that I do nothing on my own, but I say only what the Father taught me."
John 8:28
Bigness comes from doing many small things well.
Serving God does not always require dramatic action. Consistent acts of kindness, no matter how small, will accumulate and have a significant impact over you and others.
As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace.
1 Peter 4:10
A meaningful relationship is just like a raffle ticket at a country picnic: You must be present to win.
Take a few minutes today and plan a special time to get together with the ones you love the most. Once you are together, really make an effort to be present in this special moment so you can truly enjoy it.
A friend is a friend at all times, and a brother is born for the time of adversity.
Proverbs 17:17
If a relationship has to be secret, you shouldn't be in it.
If you are humble and always true to yourself, it becomes much easier to be honest with others. There are no gray areas when it comes to your integrity and fidelity. Listen to your heart today and make the right choices.
Do not let love and fidelity forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart.
Proverbs 3:3
A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty. – Winston Churchill
Always look for opportunities to better yourself and help others. The more you exercise your opportunity muscles the easier it will be to overcome adversity.
As the smoke is dispersed, disperse them; as wax is melted by fire, so may the wicked perish before God.
Psalm 68:3
It takes a long time to become the person you want to be.
Practice being a kind, caring and giving person. Doing so will assure you become the person God was hoping you wanted to be. Focusing on these three things will shorten the time it takes you to get there.
The spirit of the LORD will rush upon you, and you will join them in their prophetic ecstasy and will become a changed man.
1 Samuel 10:6
Do a little more each day than you think you possibly can.
Find time in your busy day to do something specific in service to God. It will likely be the most worthwhile accomplishment of your day.
Thus those who serve well as deacons gain good standing and much confidence in their faith in Christ Jesus. The Mystery of Our Religion.
1 Timothy 3:13
You have to have darkenss .. For the dawn to come.
We all experience darkness in our life. Rest assured that with faith in God, He will bring you comfort and light. God is a prayer away.
And make your righteousness shine like the dawn, your justice like noonday.
Psalm 37:6
A thorough knowledge of the Bible is worth more than a college education.
Do you have a Masters in God? You only need to study one text book. Take a lesson today.
Do not neglect the gift you have, which was conferred on you through the prophetic word with the imposition of hands of the presbyterate.
1 Timothy 4:14