Interdenominational Christian Spiritual Empowerment of Rural and Low Income Communities through the Church - in Kenya and Beyond
If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my weakness. —2 Corinthians 11:30 Thoughts on Today’s Verse… One of Paul’s recurring themes throughout 2 Corinthians is that God’s strength is made perfect in weakness. In 1 Corinthians, he emphasizes that the strength, wisdom, and power of […]
Like clouds and wind without rain is a man who boasts of gifts he does not give. —Proverbs 25:14 Ⓒ 1996-2020 Heartlight, Inc. This material may not be reproduced in part or whole for commercial use without written consent. Proverbs 25:14 – Verse for Nov. 30th Source: Daily Wisdom
Listen to Today’s Devotion When you feel helpless, where can you turn? I suggest you turn to one of Jesus’ most intriguing teachings about prayer! Luke tells the story of a persistent neighbor looking to borrow bread at midnight (Luke 11:5 -13). Imagine it’s you ringing the doorbell. The door […]
What is the Lord doing in you, through you or around you? Take time and ponder this if you haven’t already. How does He want you to respond? Talk to Him about it and trust Him. Jeremiah 18:1-12.
We stared at the piles of donated shoes as we entered a local homeless shelter. The director had invited our youth group to help sort through the heaps of used footwear. We spent the morning searching for matches and lining them up in rows across the concrete floor. At the […]
Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. —Ephesians 4:29 Ⓒ 1996-2020 Heartlight, Inc. This material may not be reproduced in part or whole for commercial use […]
For anyone who eats and drinks without recognizing the body of the Lord eats and drinks judgment on himself. —1 Corinthians 11:29 Thoughts on Today’s Verse… The Lord’s Supper is a precious time for Christians. We remember the incredible sacrifice Jesus made to save us from our sins. We also […]
Russian wedding customs are filled with beauty and significance. One such custom takes place during the reception as the toastmaster proposes a toast in honor of the couple. Everyone takes a sip of raised glasses and then begin shouting “Gor’ko! Gor’ko!,” meaning “Bitter! Bitter!” When the guests shout that word, […]
Do everything without complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe as you hold out the word of life—in order that I may boast on the day […]
He replied, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.” —Luke 11:28 Thoughts on Today’s Verse… God gave us his word to bless us. When we obey what he asks of us, we get to walk in that blessing. On the other hand, as Jesus […]
