Hebrews 1:14 “Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?” (NIV) Today's Thought So what’s the deal with angels? Well, the answer may surprise you. They’re mentioned 273 times in the Bible; and “angel” is a word that means “messenger.” So an angel is basically a messenger of God. … Continue reading What’s the deal with angels?
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Stop it
1 Peter 5:8 "Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour." (ESV) Today's Thought Stop beating yourself up. The Devil doesn’t need another ally. By Matthew Ruttan
A great defense against long-term failure
2 Timothy 1:7 "For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control." (ESV) Today's Thought Fear is the thousand-pound invisible monster that is always waiting in the wings to take up residence in your heart. Once he gets in he mauls your confidence and dreams with his stinky … Continue reading A great defense against long-term failure
You’re in a win-win playoff
1 Corinthians 15:26 "The last enemy to be destroyed is death." (NIV) Today's Thought He was a 30 year-old truck driver. His future was ahead of him and it was all smooth sailing. Until. As Billy Graham tells it, one day while driving he started to get pains in his chest. He went to the hospital … Continue reading You’re in a win-win playoff
Unconquerable
Romans 8:37 "No, in all these things we are more than conquerors..." (NIV) Today's Thought You’ll have to forgive me for loving sports analogies. Maybe it’s because I grew up playing hockey, soccer, golf, baseball, and running track. I also played basketball for the BMLSS Lakers in grade 9. Thank HEAVENS Facebook didn’t exist then … Continue reading Unconquerable
