“Now a certain man was sick, Lazarus of Bethany.” John 11:1 NKJV “A need you can’t ignore is an opportunity God won’t avoid.” My thoughts today are about “need you can’t ignore.” Many of us live our lives pretty well requiring or wanting a minimum of help, or so we […]
“Abraham . . was called God’s friend.” James 2:23 NIV “God extends His friendship at a costly, personal sacrifice only a profound love would pay.” My thoughts today are about “the privilege of friendship.” I am a privileged individual. God has placed people in my life who have become highly […]
“Relish life . . each and every day.” Ecclesiastes 9:9 The Message “Generously invest yourself in living and loving fully each and every day.” My thoughts today are about “living fully.” Today’s verse is certainly true for marriage, the single, most important, earthly relationship you will have. “Relish life with […]
“I have called you friends.” John 15:15 NKJV “You are continually changed for better or worse by the power of friendship.” My thoughts today are about “the power of friendship.” Real friends are invaluable! There is a needless poverty in the life of any individual who does not experience the […]
“When a believing person prays, great things happen.” James 5:16 NCV “Prayer and faith each inspire and encourage the other.” My thoughts today are about “a friend’s prayers.” A friend at different times can be many things: a companion, confidant, counselor, corrector, encourager, helper, partner, defender, protector, forgiver, and restorer […]