The Faithful Saints
Colossians 1:1-8 NASB
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timothy our brother,
To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ who are at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father.
We give thanks to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ...
Your Sting?
1 Corinthians 15:55 ESV
“O death, where is your victory?
O death, where is your sting?”
Because the first man Adam sinned against God, all have sinned. For, because of Adam’s sin, God put a curse upon humans and on the earth. We are, thus, all born under the curse of sin and...
Trials of Many Kinds
James 1:2-4 NIV
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything...
Wednesday, July 26, 2017, 7:57 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Courageous.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read various scriptures (in the NASB) on the subject of courage.
With Boldness (Acts 4:27-31)
“’For truly in this city there were gathered together against Your holy...
Saturday, March 4, 2017, 9:22 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “When I Am Afraid.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Revelation 1 (NASB).
A Fellow Partaker (vv. 9-11)
I, John, your brother and fellow partaker in the tribulation and kingdom and perseverance which are in...
Tuesday, February 21, 2017, 11:03 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Gift of God.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read 1 Peter 4:1-11 (NASB).
Arm Yourselves (vv. 1-2)
Therefore, since Christ has suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same purpose, because he who...
Wednesday, February 15, 2017, 8:31 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “The Old Rugged Cross.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Hebrews 7-10 (quoting 10:19-31, 35-39 NASB).
With Full Assurance (vv. 19-25)
Therefore, brethren, since we have confidence to enter the holy place...
Saturday, February 4, 2017, 2:49 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Your Lord is With You.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read 2 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5 (NASB).
He Called Us (2:13-15)
But we should always give thanks to God for you, brethren beloved by the Lord, because God...
Friday, December 30, 2016, 6:19 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Draw Me Close to You.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read 1 Corinthians 9:24-10:13 (ESV).
Running the Race (9:24-27)
“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run...
Sunday, November 27, 2016, 6:57 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “All Through the Night.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Acts 13:44-14:7 (ESV).
Paul and Barnabas were sent out by the Holy Spirit to the work to which God had called them. They were in the city of Pisidian...
Saturday, November 19, 2016, 6:37 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “His Tender Mercies.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Acts 8:1-8 (ESV).
And Saul Approved (v. 1a)
And Saul approved of his execution.
Who was Saul? He was a Jew, a Pharisee, a student and expounder of...
Friday, November 18, 2016, 2:53 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “All Through the Night.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Acts 5 (Select vv. NASB).
Filled with Jealousy (vv. 17-18)
But the high priest rose up, along with all his associates (that is the sect of the...
Wednesday, November 16, 2016, 3:30 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “His Tender Mercies.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Acts 3-4 (Select vv. NASB).
Summary of Acts 3:1-4:4
In the name of Jesus Christ, Peter had healed a man who had been lame from birth. This drew a...
Tuesday, November 1, 2016, 8:09 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Gift of God.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 118 (Select vv. NASB).
I Will Not Fear (vv. 5-9)
From my distress I called upon the Lord;
The Lord answered me and set me in a large place.
The Lord is...
Friday, October 14, 2016, 1:11 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Trust and Obey.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 46 (ESV).
Help in Trouble (vv. 1-3)
God is our refuge and strength,
a very present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear though the earth...
Wednesday, October 12, 2016, 10:07 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “For Our Nation,” but he also put in mind the song “Sweet Little Jesus Boy.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 43:1-4 (NASB).
An Ungodly Nation (vv. 1-2)
Vindicate me, O God, and plead my case against...
Wednesday, September 14, 2016, 6:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Love Lifted Me.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Revelation 15:1-4 (ESV).
Then I saw another sign in heaven, great and amazing, seven angels with seven plagues, which are the last, for with them the...
Sunday, September 11, 2016, 8:18 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Oh, To Be Like Thee.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Revelation 12 (ESV).
A Male Child (vv. 1-6)
And a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her...
Saturday, September 10, 2016, 5:55 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “More Precious Than Silver.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Revelation 11:1-13 (ESV).
Measure the Temple (v. 1)
Then I was given a measuring rod like a staff, and I was told, “Rise and measure the temple...
Wednesday, August 24, 2016, 6:30 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Your Lord is With You.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read 1 John 2:18-29 (ESV).
The Antichrist (v. 18)
Children, it is the last hour, and as you have heard that antichrist is coming, so now many antichrists...