Today's thought

"And this I pray, that your love may abound still more and more in knowledge and discernment, that you may approve the things that are excellent, that you may be sincere and without offense till the day of Christ," Philippians 1:9-10, NKJV

Increase in love for God and your fellow man, and truly act upon it out of servitude to Him exclusively; seek the things which God adores and find your enjoyment and satisfaction in them; and purify your heart, mind, and soul by doing everything possible to glorify our Creator,Redeemer, Savior, and Sustainer with all fruits of your labor...

Today's thought

"everyone practicing evil hates the light and does not come to the light, lest his deeds should be exposed. But he who does the truth comes to the light, that his deeds may be clearly seen, that they have been done in God." John 3:20-21, NKJV

All individuals are either wise and fortunate enough to belong to our heavenly father, or they're agents of the devil and doomed to eternal torment! Please examine the quality of your commitment to Christ this fine day, and do whatever it takes to improve upon it sincerely, from your heart, mind, and soul...

Today's thought

"the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; nor can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned." 1 Corinthians 2:14, NKJV

Secular people who don't know our heavenly father are doomed to spiritual desparity which will cause them supreme suffering in eternity, as well as related problems as they navigate through this world of darkness, so use that unfortunate reality as inspiration for reaching out to them for Christ at every opportunity...

Today's thought

"seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you." Matthew 6:33, NKJV

Our first priority must always be supreme and true attention & servitude toward our heavenly father and His perfect expectations of us! How can you address this effectively, this fine day?

Today's thought

"we know Him who said, "Vengeance is Mine, I will repay," says the Lord. And again, "The Lord will judge His people."
It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God." Hebrews 10:30-31, NKJV

Though we must tirelessly and daily pray to (and serve & obey) our Creator, we must also humbly fear His punishment, and consider that unbearable reality to be extreme incentive for honoring Him in all we do...

Today's thought

"My little children, these things I write to you, so that you may not sin. And if anyone sins, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous." 1 John 2:1, NKJV

Though we all err, we must immediately repent and seek forgiveness with our redeemer Christ (who is the only person who can and/or will save and help us as we need and desire), and a perfect time to seek this necessity is while conducting your mandatory and daily prayer time...

Today's thought

"do not cast away your confidence, which has great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that after you have done the will of God, you may receive the promise:" Hebrews 10:35-36, NKJV

Though challenges come our way too often, trust in our heavenly father to pull you through in the long run (and be deserving of His blessings by obeying and serving Him at every turn), and stay the course for His glory regardless of how miserable Satan makes everything (via drawing all needed power from Him)...

Today's thought

"glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope." Romans 5:3-4, NKJV

Though life is seldom as easy and pleasant as we deserve it to be (such as this week, when a Negroe criminal stole my vehicle), we must be strong in the Lord and gain power from Him...

Today's thought

"Let no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth, but what is good for necessary edification, that it may impart grace to the hearers." Ephesians 4:29, NKJV

Use holy and Spirit-approved speech which inspires others to be more admirable servants of Christ, and which is constructive, productive, and uplifting...

Today's thought

"Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others." Philippians 2:3-4, NKJV

We must be admirably humble before our Creator, and increasingly interested in (and motivated toward helping) the common good, out of awesome care for the quality of our fellow disciples and the kingdom at large...

Today's thought

"you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light." Ephesians 5:8, NKJV

Show this world of darkness that you're a true child and servant of our heavenly father, but loving them and showing graciousness, kindness, and humility in direct cooperation with the guidance of the Holy Spirit...

Today's thought

"Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by good conduct that his works are done in the meekness of wisdom." James 3:13, NKJV

Let your actions (demonstrated sincerely for Christ's glory) tell everyone who you are and what you're all about, showing awesome compassion and helpfulness toward others without expecting anything in return...

Today's thought

"we have known and believed the love that God has for us. God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God in him." 1 John 4:16, NKJV

Be more legitimately loving and caring to those around you selflessly, out of humble obedience to our heavenly father), via seeing how nurturing and helpful you can be toward assisting others with the necessity of drawing closer to Christ...

Today's thought

"if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind." Philippians 2:1-2, NKJV

Christians must stick together and work together (especially God's true elect), as harmony is always the most productive result of group unity...

Today's thought

"Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!"

Be constantly focused on praising God for all He's done for you, and by sincerely appreicating Him via loving Him with all your heart (and by appropriately loving your neighbor as yourself)...

Today's thought

"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-from whence comes my help? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth." Psalm 121:1-2, NKJV

Remain focused on our all-compassing and helpful heavenly father, and genuinely place your full trust in His grace...

Today's thought

"That the older men be sober, reverent, temperate, sound in faith, in love, in patience;" Titus 2:2, NKJV

Christian men who are advanced in age must reflect upon the increased wisdom from their life experience (as an example to all those around them) by never abusing alcohol; by being God-fearing, serving, and obeying; by remaining calm (even under the worst circumstances); by consistently reading the Bible, praying, and always attending church (and truly practicing our Lord's statutes); by seeking appropriate romantic relations; and by being patience with life's difficulties...

Today's thought

"Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God; Your Spirit is good. Lead me in the land of uprightness." Psalm 143:10, NKJV

Our best and most important instruction comes from what God demands of us! How can you seek His guidance more assertively this day, so as to be better servant to our Creator and Sustainer?

Today's thought

"Him we preach, warning every man and teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man  perfect in Christ Jesus." Colossians 1:28, NKJV

It's our heavenly father alone who we serve and live for, so as to selflessly help others in accordance with His goods news (as contained only in His personal letter to us), in a tireless, ideal, and never-ending effort to justifiably save as many of His elect as possible...how can you better witness for His honor and praise?

Today's thought

"Thus says the Lord, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: "I am the Lord your God, who teaches you to profit, who leads you by the way you should go." Isaiah 48:17, NKJV

Our heavenly father exclusively is who saved us, who impowers and educates us most ideally & importantly, and who we must continually seek direction from...

Today's thought

"The earth, O Lord, is full of Your mercy; teach me Your statutes." Psalm 119:64, NKJV

Though life is regularly too unjust and disappointing to bear, as disciples we must continually and tirelessly seek the positive elements which our heavenly father is giving us generously; what is He blessing you with today, for which you can give heartfelt thanks and praise directly to Him?