For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father ...
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9) ...
The Lord is not slow to fulfill His promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but ...
“Why does this always happen to me?” Bradley had fallen a second time on his bicycle, his 7-year old, 72-pound frame tangled up in steel ...
Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time He may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on Him, ...
Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. ...
While they were traveling, [Jesus] entered a village, and a woman named Martha welcomed Him into her home. She had a sister named Mary, who ...
But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled… (1 Peter 3:14) The ...
To accept the world as it is without losing hope; this is the great journey of adulthood and maturity. To accept people for who they ...
Two years ago today, my wife and I said “I do,” and we’re not doing a thing to celebrate. Why not? First, we both work ...
While everyone was amazed at all the things He was doing, He told His disciples, “Let these words sink in: The Son of Man is ...
But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for His own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of ...
Peter and those with him were in a deep sleep, and when they became fully aware, they saw His glory and the two men who ...
The Parable of the Sower and the Soils As a large crowd was gathering, and people were flocking to Him from every town, [Jesus] said ...
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to His great mercy, He has caused us to be born again to ...
God’s Hope for Your Heart from John 21 JESUS IS YOUR TOTAL RESTORATION When they had eaten breakfast, Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love Me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he said to Him, “You know that I love You.” “Feed My lambs,” He told …
TOPICS: forgiveness, John 21, peace, reconciliation, redemption, restoration, salvation
God’s Hope for Your Heart from John 19 JESUS FINISHED YOUR WORK SO YOU COULD REST IN HIS When Jesus had received the sour wine He said, “It is finished,” and He bowed His head and gave up His spirit. (John 19:30) Some ancient sources report that sponges dipped in …
TOPICS: atonement, crucifixion, John 19, redemption, rest, Sabbath, salvation
God’s Hope for Your Heart from John 18 JESUS IS YOUR PRISONER EXCHANGE [Pilate] went back outside to the Jews and told them, “I find no guilt in Him [Jesus]. But you have a custom that I should release one man for you at the Passover. So do you want …
TOPICS: atonement, freedom, John 18, salvation, substitution
God’s Hope for Your Heart from John 8 THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE INDEED So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed Him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John …
TOPICS: abiding, belief, faithfulness, freedom, John 8, salvation, trust, truth
God’s Hope for Your Heart from John 5 JESUS BRINGS ANSWERS IN UNEXPECTED WAYS One man was there who had been an invalid for thirty-eight years. When Jesus saw him lying there and knew that he had already been there a long time, He said to him, “Do you want …
TOPICS: deliverance, expectations, healing, John 5, miracles, prayer, rescue, salvation
God’s Hope for Your Heart from John 4 JESUS CROSSED BOUNDARIES TO LOVE YOU A woman from Samaria came to draw water. Jesus said to her, “Give me a drink.” (For His disciples had gone away into the city to buy food.) The Samaritan woman said to Him, “How is …
TOPICS: culture, John 4, redemption, salvation, sin
God’s Hope for Your Heart from Psalm 29 THE VOICE THAT SHAKES THE EARTH IS THE ONE THAT CALMS YOUR HEART The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is full of majesty. The voice of the Lord breaks the cedars; the Lord breaks the cedars …
TOPICS: comfort, Exodus 20, intimacy, John 10, peace, Psalm 29, salvation, sonship
God’s Hope for Your Heart from John 3 JESUS DIDN’T COME TO CONDEMN YOU For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through Him. Whoever believes in Him is not condemned, but whoever does not …
TOPICS: condemnation, conviction, guilt, John 3, salvation
God’s Hope for Your Heart from Luke 24 JESUS IS YOUR LIVING HOPE “Why are you looking for the living among the dead?” asked the men. (Luke 24:5b) It was a dark morning after a dark few days, and all the women wanted was some closure. They went to the …
TOPICS: hope, Luke 24, meaning, purpose, resurrection, salvation
God’s Hope for Your Heart from Luke 23 INSTEAD OF HIMSELF, JESUS SAVED YOU And the people stood by, watching, but the rulers scoffed at Him, saying, “He saved others; let him save himself, if he is the Christ of God, his Chosen One!” The soldiers also mocked Him, coming …
TOPICS: atonement, cross, crucifixion, Easter, grace, Luke 23, mercy, redemption, salvation, substitution
