There Is Great Reward

There Is Great Reward

Listen to what God's word is telling us today from Psalm 19:7-11 (BSB): 

"The Law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is trustworthy, making wise the simple.

The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes.

The fear of the LORD is pure, enduring forever; the judgments of the LORD are true, being altogether righteous.

They are more precious than gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the comb.

By them indeed Your servant is warned; in keeping them is great reward."

As you open your Bible today, I pray that the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—the God who sent Messiah Jesus—opens your eyes and that His word revives your soul, gives you wisdom, and gives you assurance of His great love for you.

Watch And Pray

Watch And Pray

Matthew 26:41 (BSB)

“Watch and pray so that you will not enter into temptation. For the spirit is willing, but the body is weak.”

What a timely reminder from our Lord Jesus! A good soldier of Christ is watchful, always on guard, and prayerful, seeking to avoid the temptations that would draw us away from following Jesus.

We see a biblical example of this in the Garden of Gethsemane. Jesus asked His disciples to watch and pray, but they fell asleep. Jesus knew their hearts, yet He also knew their weakness. He warned them to pray so they would not enter into temptation.

Let's watch! Keep our eyes on Jesus. Let's be alert to the things that might draw our hearts away from Him. And let's pray! What a wonderful privilege it is to enjoy the presence of our Lord Jesus and talk with Him throughout the day.

We know our flesh is weak, but thank God we are not left to depend upon our own strength. Jesus is our help. When temptation comes, we can call upon Him. He is faithful to strengthen us as we seek to follow Him.

Let's watch and pray, keeping our eyes on Jesus!

Crushed in Spirit

Crushed in Spirit

Psalm 34:18 NIV

The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

Have you ever experienced a time in your life when your spirit was crushed? Perhaps it was the loss of someone you loved, a painful disappointment, rejection, or a burden you felt you could no longer carry.

Sometimes the hurt is so deep that we find it difficult to put into words. Others may not even know what we are going through.

But what a wonderful reminder from God's Word: The Lord is near to the brokenhearted!

We see an example of this in the life of Hannah. In 1 Samuel 1, Hannah was deeply distressed and poured out her heart to the Lord in prayer. She was hurting, but she brought her sorrow before God. And after praying, she went on her way, and her face was no longer downcast.

What a reminder for us! We can bring our deepest hurts and disappointments to our Heavenly Father.

The Bible also tells us in 1 Peter 5:7:

"Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you."

Fellow follower of Jesus, whatever may be weighing on your heart today, don't carry it alone. Bring it to Jesus in prayer. He knows your heart, He understands your sorrow, and He cares for you.

Calling Sinners

Calling Sinners

Matthew 9:13 BSB
But go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’ For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.”

Let’s not sugarcoat it: The Bible reveals that we are sinners in rebellion against God. But Jesus invites all sinners right now. Matthew 11:28 says, "Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."

God's love is so intense He sent His Son, Jesus, to earth to be the sacrifice and take the punishment for all our sins. In these last days before God's final judgment on rebellious, sinful mankind, He is calling us to repent. Turn from our rebellion and place our faith in Jesus. 

If you have not found that forgiveness, then I invite you to repent of your sins and come to Jesus in prayer. He took the punishment for our sins; He is ready to forgive.

Be assured of what Jesus is telling you: 

"All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never cast out."

John 6:37