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...