Happy New Year.. Good Bye 2014 and Hello 2015

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These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”

John 16:33 NKJV

August 5 - Psalm 119:130; John 14:1

The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.
Psalm 119:130 NIV

Don't let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me.

John 14:1 NLT

August 4 - Jeremiah 33:2-3;2; Corinthians 4:17

“This is what the Lord says, he who made the earth, the Lord who formed it and established it—the Lord is his name: ‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.’
Jeremiah 33:2-3 NIV

For our present troubles are small and won't last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever!

2 Corinthians 4:17 NLT

Give thanks in all circumstances

http://bible.com/111/1th5.16-18 Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

What a verse. Right now, this has become one of my life verses.
Circumstances happen whether internally or externally cause they will happen. The question is how will we respond to them.
I can honestly say that is not always easy to.rejoice in them. I have learned that whatever the circumstances the best way to get through it is to pray.

Have a blessed day

Confession

http://bible.com/111/1jn1.9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.

This yesterday and today has been interesting in the passages of scripture.
To today. If we confess. Now in those three words. Confess is us doing. Then then the rest is the Lord forgiving.
We the unrighteous have a harder time forgiving. I am not sure why that is. In the new testament is says that we need to imitate Christ then we should be able to forgive when someone repentant and asks forgiveness.
I understand in away because in Eph 6 it states that we are in a battle not of flesh and blood but of the spirit. To forgive is to change us/me and the forgiven to change. Just thinking this is where freedom happens and relationships are restored.

* sorry for the grammatical errors just flowing with a thought.

Set me free

http://bible.com/111/rom8.2 because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death.

Have you thought why in the world that sin continues to knock at our life's door because we never give it all to him. Give it to him and experience really freedom

He loved us first

http://bible.com/111/1jn4.10 This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.

Wow. When you take this verse into consideration that he loves so much that he gave his son for us. He has forgiven us. He loves US. And has mercy on us.

Present suffering

http://bible.com/111/rom8.18 I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.

Consider or think about what you are going through cannot even compare to the glory of God.

Look at what your going through right now Can compare to the Glory.
Have a blessed day

For the spirit of God

http://bible.com/111/2ti1.7 For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.

Confession I am timid. But as I continue to grow in the Lord. I know as I submit to the Lord he gives me power,  love and self-discipline

You know when you have done wrong and confronted with it. 2 things a person can do fight or flee. I know when in me I want to do both because I am human but as spirit filled person I walk in the power that He ha for me. The self discipline that I need to have.
The biggest question how am I going to put into action and make definite change.

The change happens has the Lord works in you ans through you.

Whatever

http://bible.com/111/php4.8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.

Whatever is word we hear quite often whenever you speak to someone but they don't agree. The response is whatever.
This passage is really an action of.an attitude. Whatever is. .. bring about something.  This passage ends with think about such thinks.

So today whatever you do think on the things

Proclaim

http://bible.com/111/1ch16.8 Give praise to the Lord , proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done.

Just last night I watched "God Not Dead" the movie. As this young man debated the professor in his philosophy class. Proclaim really speaks to let everyone know how good God is!

Wait

http://bible.com/111/pro20.22 Do not say, “I’ll pay you back for this wrong!” Wait for the Lord , and he will avenge you.

So many times when we offended we rush in with both barrels gunning with out thinking at all. This passage tells us to wait.
In ministry, I have learned that I need to pray before I react. Wait a minute that should be in any Christians walk to wait and pray

Restore

http://bible.com/111/psa51.12 Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.

Joy that is something is sometimes to hold on to especially in this day and age. Here it states joy of your salvation that is slightly different than just plan joy. It the aspect that your saved and have the assurance of where your going to spend eternity.  A willing spirit is a spirit that will submit with grumbling. Well if you grumbling your not very joyful are you? 

That last two words sustain me, when it comes down to joy and willingness is the Lord who will sustain us.

Praise the Lord for that 

Hold on

http://bible.com/111/heb10.23 Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.

Let what we say reflect the way we live. Just thinking that sometimes we say we have faith but what we are saying is it's possible.

Just want to speak to.myself as well as to.encourage to is hold on to the hope you profess!

Proverbs 22:4

http://bible.com/111/pro22.4 Humility is the fear of the Lord ; its wages are riches and honor and life.

Think about humility is not something that we hear much about. We hear more of how to progress in success-  how to get to the top of the corporate ladder. This will make you the best. Will it?
Rather the fear of the Lord has it's wages-  riches,honor and life. I think I like that a whole lot more.
How about you?
Challenge live a life unto the Lord and live in the fullness of who He is in you.

Schooled at the Dirty Kanza 2014.

Well on May 31, I set on a trek to ride at 110 miles. I made 62 miles.  This is the lesson that I learn my pride went before my Fall. 

I was nervous and assured of my self the I was going to make. When I took my spill that was the beginning of psychological warfare. I felt like the little engine that could. At the end I made all that I ride and plan to ride again next year. 

Thanks to the DK school 2014

April 30 - Ephesians 4:15;Proverbs 3:13

Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. Ephesians 4:15 NIV

Joyful is the person who finds wisdom, the one who gains understanding.

Proverbs 3:13 NLT

April 29 - Job 19:25;Proverbs 9:10

I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth. Job 19:25 NIV

Fear of the LORD is the foundation of wisdom. Knowledge of the Holy One results in good judgment.

Proverbs 9:10 NLT

April 28 - Philippians 2:5-8;Psalm 119:144

In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death— even death on a cross! Philippians 2:5-8 NIV

Your laws are always right; help me to understand them so I may live.

Psalm 119:144 NLT

April 24 - 1 Peter 1:18-19;1 Chronicles 16:24

For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect. 1 Peter 1:18-19 NIV

Publish his glorious deeds among the nations. Tell everyone about the amazing things he does.

1 Chronicles 16:24 NLT

April 23 - Romans 14:11;Revelation 15:3

It is written: “‘As surely as I live,’ says the Lord, ‘every knee will bow before me; every tongue will acknowledge God.’” Romans 14:11 NIV

...Great and marvelous are your works, O Lord God, the Almighty. Just and true are your ways, O King of the nations.

Revelation 15:3 NLT

April 22 - Romans 1:20;Psalm 111:2

For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse. Romans 1:20 NIV

How amazing are the deeds of the Lord! All who delight in him should ponder them.

Psalm 111:2 NLT

April 21 - John 10:28-30;Psalm 19:1

I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of my Father’s hand. I and the Father are one.” John 10:28-30 NIV

The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship.

Psalm 19:1 NLT

April 16 - Romans 13:8;Ephesians 5:2

[ Love Fulfills the Law ] Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law. Romans 13:8 NIV

Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us* and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God.

Ephesians 5:2 NLT

April 15 - Romans 13:6-7;Matthew 20:28-

This is also why you pay taxes, for the authorities are God’s servants, who give their full time to governing. Give to everyone what you owe them: If you owe taxes, pay taxes; if revenue, then revenue; if respect, then respect; if honor, then honor. Romans 13:6-7 NIV

For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.

Matthew 20:28 NLT

April 14 - 1 Corinthians 15:1, 3-4;Matthew 16:24

[ The Resurrection of Christ ] Now, brothers and sisters, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and on which you have taken your stand. For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, 1 Corinthians 15:1, 3-4 NIV

Then Jesus said to his disciples, "If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross, and follow me."

Matthew 16:24 NLT

April 8 - Romans 5:10;1 John 1:9

For if, while we were God’s enemies, we were reconciled to him through the death of his Son, how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be saved through his life! Romans 5:10 NIV

But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.

1 John 1:9 NLT

April 7 - Galatians 2:20;Proverbs 2:7

I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. Galatians 2:20 NIV

He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity.

Proverbs 2:7 NLT

April 4 - Ephesians 1:7;Proverbs 15:1

In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace Ephesians 1:7 NIV

A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.

Proverbs 15:1 NLT

April 3 - Hebrews 12:2; Proverbs 12:18

fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Hebrews 12:2 NIV

Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing.

Proverbs 12:18 NLT

April 2 - Matthew 20: 17-19;James 1:19

[ Jesus Predicts His Death a Third Time ] Now Jesus was going up to Jerusalem. On the way, he took the Twelve aside and said to them, “We are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will be delivered over to the chief priests and the teachers of the law. They will condemn him to death and will hand him over to the Gentiles to be mocked and flogged and crucified. On the third day he will be raised to life!” Matthew 20: 17-19 NIV

Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry.

James 1:19 NLT

April 1 - Psalm 14:1

[ Psalm 14 ] [ For the director of music. Of David. ] The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt, their deeds are vile; there is no one who does good. Psalm 14:1 NIV

Only fools say in their hearts, "There is no God." They are corrupt, and their actions are evil; not one of them does good!

Psalm 14:1 NLT

Mar 30 - Isaiah 53:5-6;Colossians 3:15

But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to our own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. Isaiah 53:5-6 NIV

And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful.
Colossians 3:15 NLT

Mar 28 - 1 Timothy 2:5-6 ;1 Thessalonians 4:7

For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all people. This has now been witnessed to at the proper time. 1 Timothy 2:5-6 NIV

God has called us to live holy lives, not impure lives.

1 Thessalonians 4:7 NLT

Mar 27 - Psalm 62:7;Romans 8:28

My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge. Psalm 62:7 NIV

And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.

Romans 8:28 NLT

Mar 26 - Philippians 1:29;2 Timothy 1:9

For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him, Philippians 1:29 NIV

For God saved us and called us to live a holy life. He did this, not because we deserved it, but because that was his plan from before the beginning of time - to show us his grace through Christ Jesus.

2 Timothy 1:9 NLT

Mar 24 - 1 John 1:9;2 Thessalonians 2:14

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 NIV

He called you to salvation when we told you the Good News; now you can share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.

2 Thessalonians 2:14 NLT

Mar 24 - Romans 6:23; Proverbs 11:9

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23 NIV

With their words, the godless destroy their friends, but knowledge will rescue the righteous.

Proverbs 11:9 NLT

Mar 13 - Romans 8:28;Hebrews 10:23

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 NIV

Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise.

Hebrews 10:23 NLT

Mar 12 - 2 Peter 1:4;1 Corinthians 15:58-

Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires. 2 Peter 1:4NIV

So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.

1 Corinthians 15:58 NLT

Mar 11 - Deuteronomy 7:9;Psalm 112:7

Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments. Deuteronomy 7:9 NIV

They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them.

Psalm 112:7 NLT

March 10 - 1 Peter 3:15;Psalm 57:7

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, 1 Peter 3:15 NIV

My heart is confident in you, O God; my heart is confident. No wonder I can sing your praises!

Psalm 57:7 NLT

Mar 7 - Psalm 139:23-24;Matthew 5:8

Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:23-24 NIV

God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God.

Matthew 5:8 NLT

Mar 6 - Isaiah 25:1;Psalm 119:1

[ Praise to the Lord ] Lord, you are my God; I will exalt you and praise your name, for in perfect faithfulness you have done wonderful things, things planned long ago. Isaiah 25:1 NIV

Joyful are people of integrity, who follow the instructions of the Lord.

Psalm 119:1 NLT

Mar 5 - Deuteronomy 6: 6-7;Proverbs 20:7

These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Deuteronomy 6: 6-7 NIV

The godly walk with integrity; blessed are their children who follow them.

Proverbs 20:7 NLT

Mar 4 - Joshua 1:9;Luke 6:31

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 NIV

Do to others as you would like them to do to you.

Luke 6:31 NLT

Mar 3 - Isaiah 55:8-9;2 Corinthians 4:6

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts. Isaiah 55:8-9 NIV

2 Corinthians 4:6 NLT

For God, who said, "Let there be light in the darkness," has made this light shine in our hearts so we could know the glory of God that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ.

Feb 21 - Romans 13:9-10;Isaiah 40:29

The commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” “You shall not murder,” “You shall not steal,” “You shall not covet,” and whatever other command there may be, are summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. Romans 13:9-10 NIV

He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless.

Isaiah 40:29 NLT

Feb 20 - Proverbs 17:9;Psalm 37:23

Whoever would foster love covers over an offense, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends. Proverbs 17:9 NIV

The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives.

Psalm 37:23 NLT

Feb 19 - 1 John 4:11-12;Psalm 40:2

Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us and his love is made complete in us. 1 John 4:11-12 NIV

He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire. He set my feet on solid ground and steadied me as I walked along.

Psalm 40:2 NLT

Feb 18 - Romans 8:38-39;Psalm 29:11

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39 NIV

The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace.

Psalm 29:11 NLT

Feb 17 - Romans 8:35,37;Isaiah 26:3

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. Romans 8:35,37 NIV

You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!

Isaiah 26:3 NLT

Feb 13 - John 3:16;John 13:34

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 NIV

So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.

John 13:34 NLT

Feb 12 - 1 Corinthians 13: 6-7;Romans 15:1

Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 1 Corinthians 13: 6-7 NIV

We who are strong must be considerate of those who are sensitive about things like this. We must not just please ourselves.

Romans 15:1 NLT

Feb 11 -

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 1 Corinthians 13:4-5 NIV

Don't just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good.

Romans 12:9 NLT

Feb 10 - 1 Corinthians 13:1-3;Romans 10:10

If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing. 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 NIV

For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God, and it is by confessing with your mouth that you are saved.

Romans 10:10 NLT

Feb 7 - Psalm 97:10;Proverbs 4:23

Let those who love the Lord hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and delivers them from the hand of the wicked. Psalm 97:10 NIV

Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.

Proverbs 4:23 NLT

Feb 6 - Proverbs 21:21;Proverbs 3:5

Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor. Proverbs 21:21 NIV

Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.

Proverbs 3:5 NLT

Feb 5 - Psalm 33:4-5; Romans 12:18

For the word of the Lord is right and true; he is faithful in all he does. The Lord loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of his unfailing love. Psalm 33:4-5 NIV

Do all that you can to live in peace with everyone.

Romans 12:18 NLT

Feb 4 - Psalm 18:1-2;Psalm 147:3

[ Psalm 18 ] [ For the director of music. Of David the servant of the Lord. He sang to the Lord the words of this song when the Lord delivered him from the hand of all his enemies and from the hand of Saul. He said: ] I love you, Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Psalm 18:1-2 NIV

He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds.

Psalm 147:3 NLT

Feb 3 - Psalm 59:16;Psalm 147:3

But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble. Psalm 59:16 NIV

He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds.

Psalm 147:3 NLT

jan 31 - Psalm 86:5;Isaiah 12:3

You, Lord, are forgiving and good, abounding in love to all who call to you. Psalm 86:5 NIV

With joy you will drink deeply from the fountain of salvation!

Isaiah 12:3 NLT

Jan 30 - Ephesians 4:2; Ephesians 3:18

Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Ephesians 4:2 NIV

And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is.

Ephesians 3:18 NLT

Jan 29 -Mark 9:35; John 4:14

Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.” Mark 9:35 NIV

But those who drink the water I give will never be thirsty again. It becomes a fresh, bubbling spring within them, giving them eternal life.

John 4:14 NLT

Jan 28 - John 4:24;Revelation 21:6

God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.” John 4:24 NIV

And he also said, "It is finished! I am the Alpha and the Omega - the Beginning and the End. To all who are thirsty I will give freely from the springs of the water of life."

Revelation 21:6 NLT

Jan 27 - Ephesians 6:12-13;John 7:38

For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Ephesians 6:12-13 NIV

Anyone who believes in me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, 'Rivers of living water will flow from his heart.'

John 7:38 NLT

Jan 24 - Galatians 6:1;Proverbs 15:22

[ Doing Good to All ] Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. Galatians 6:1 NIV

Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many advisers bring success.

Proverbs 15:22 NLT

Jan 23-James 1:5;Proverbs 12:15

If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. James 1:5 NIV

Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others.

Proverbs 12:15 NLT

Jan 22 - Matthew 7:7-8; Proverbs 11:14

[ Ask, Seek, Knock ] “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened. Matthew 7:7-8 NIV

Without wise leadership, a nation falls; there is safety in having many advisers.

Proverbs 11:14 NLT

Jan 21 -Galatians 6:7-8;Proverbs 9:9

Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Galatians 6:7-8 NIV

Instruct the wise, and they will be even wiser. Teach the righteous, and they will learn even more.

Proverbs 9:9 NLT

Jan 17 -Philippians 2:14-16;Psalm 84:11

Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky as you hold firmly to the word of life. And then I will be able to boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor in vain. Philippians 2:14-16 NIV

For the Lord God is our sun and our shield. He gives us grace and glory. The Lord will withhold no good thing from those who do what is right.

Psalm 84:11 NLT

Jan 17 - Galatians 5:16;Psalm 138:8

So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. Galatians 5:16 NIV

The Lord will work out his plans for my life - for your faithful love, O Lord, endures forever. Don't abandon me, for you made me.

Psalm 138:8 NLT

Jan 15 - John 8:31-32;Philippians 4:19

[ Dispute Over Whose Children Jesus’ Opponents Are ] To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31-32 NIV

And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:19 NLT

Jan 14 - 1 John 4:20-21;Philippians 1:6

Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. For whoever does not love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen. And he has given us this command: Anyone who loves God must also love their brother and sister. 1 John 4:20-21 NIV

And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.

Philippians 1:6 NLT

Jan 13 - 2 Corinthians 5:19-20;Ephesians 3:20

that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation. We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God. 2 Corinthians 5:19-20 NIV

Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.

Ephesians 3:20 NLT

Jan 10 - 1 Peter 1:15-16;Titus 2:7

But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.” 1 Peter 1:15-16 NIV

And you yourself must be an example to them by doing good works of every kind. Let everything you do reflect the integrity and seriousness of your teaching.

Titus 2:7 NLT

Jan 9 - Matthew 6:19-21;1 Thessalonians 4:11

[ Treasures in Heaven ] “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Matthew 6:19-21 NIV

Make it your goal to live a quiet life, minding your own business and working with your hands, just as we instructed you before.

1 Thessalonians 4:11 NLT

Jan 8 - Amos 5:14-15;James 2:17

Seek good, not evil, that you may live. Then the Lord God Almighty will be with you, just as you say he is. Hate evil, love good; maintain justice in the courts. Perhaps the Lord God Almighty will have mercy on the remnant of Joseph. Amos 5:14-15 NIV

So you see, faith by itself isn't enough. Unless it produces good deeds, it is dead and useless.

James 2:17 NLT

Jan 7- Ephesians 5:1-2;Ephesians 2:10

Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Ephesians 5:1-2 NIV

For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.

Ephesians 2:10 NLT

Jan 6 - 1 Peter 1:13;Hebrews 5:16

[ Be Holy ] Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. 1 Peter 1:13 NIV

In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.

Hebrews 5:16 NLT

Jan 3 - Titus 2:11-12;Hebrews 4:16

For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, Titus 2:11-12 NIV

So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.

Hebrews 4:16 NLT

Jan 2 - Psalm 90:12; 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18

Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom. Psalm 90:12 NIV

Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.

1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 NLT