“What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who is against us? He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him over for us all…”

Romans 8:31

“Which team are you for?” “What candidate are you for?“

Have you ever thought about who might be for you? The answer is GOD. Although life may throw us a curve ball, and at times we may not feel like anyone is for us, remember, God is; proved by the fact that He did not spare Jesus, but delivered Him over for us. The next time you feel like nobody is for you, look UP! God is. 

Father, I praise You that you are for me. What a blessing and comfort!

“I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse, and He who sat on it is called Faithful and True…”

Revelation 19:11

Have you been in a relationship with someone who was NOT faithful and true? If so, you know the deep hurt of that kind of a relationship. God knows that hurt. He gave everything to Adam and Eve, but they were NOT faithful and true to Him. Could that be why it’s so important to Him for believers to know that CHRIST IS FAITHFUL and TRUE? We can count on Him.  We can depend on Him. He won’t abandon us or let us down. 

Lord Jesus, You are FAITHFUL and TRUE. I thank You and praise You!

“Now the God of peace, wo brought up from the dead the great Sheperd of the sheep through the blood of the eternal covenant, even Jesus our Lord, equip you in every good thing to do His will, working in us that which is pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen.” 

Hebrews 13:20-21

That may seem like a mouthful to read. But if we go back and slowly meditate on the verses, we see that the author is pointing out to us that the One to whom we look to equip us to do every good thing and His will is God. We look to God; who raised Jesus (the great Shepherd) from the dead.  Now if God can raise Jesus from the dead, He can certainly equip us to do His will. And, that, my friend, is praiseworthy! 

Lord God, who EQUIPs me to do every good thing and Your will, I praise You!

“Who is like the LORD our GOD, who is enthroned on high,”

Psalm 113:5

Where is God?  People often ask that question. Where is He?  He is enthroned on high. Yet, He has lowered Himself to come to earth and teach us how to live. He has humbled Himself and come down from heaven to die on the cross for our sins. Where is the LORD our God?  He is risen from the dead and ascended to the right hand of God where He lives to make intercession for us. Looking for God? Look UP.    

Lord, You are ENTHRONED ON HIGH! I praise You!

“you have been born again not of seed which is perishable but imperishable, that is, through the living and enduring word of God. But the word of the Lord endures forever.”

1 Peter 1: 23, 25

Did you know that the word “evolve” can’t be found in the Bible?  I searched the KJV, NAS, and NIV translations. Not once is “evolve” used.  “Endureth,” “endures,” and “enduring” can be found 60 times. In this day and age where people say their moral beliefs are “evolving,” I’m thankful for God who remains unchanged. He and His word “endure.” The Greek word “endure” means “remains, is kept, continues to be.” Aren’t you glad that what God has said will not evolve into something different? He and His word endure.    

Lord God, I praise You that I don’t have to wonder if You or Your Word will change. I can trust You for who You are and what You say. You and Your word ENDURE forever!

“Now may the God who gives perseverance and encouragement grant you to be of the same mind with one another according to Christ Jesus,”

Romans 15:5

God is an encourager! Have you ever contemplated how He encourages you? The apostle Paul had ample opportunity to know God as an encourager. Lonely nights. Conflicting opinions among believers. Physical suffering. Imprisonment. God came to Paul and ministered to him in his spirit and through others. The next time you’re in despair, turn off the TV. Turn to God in prayer. Receive His encouragement.

Lord, I praise You, my ENCOURAGER.

“The eternal God is a dwelling place, And underneath are the everlasting arms;”

Deuteronomy 33:27

Where do you hang out?  Where is home to you; that place to which you retreat, where you find comfort, love, and security?  If it’s not God, you’re missing out on the ultimate DWELLING PLACE: God Himself! He invites you into His presence, to be with Him now and for eternity. 

Eternal God, You are my DWELLING PLACE. I give all praise, honor, and glory to You!

“His divine power has granted to us everything pertaining to life and godliness, through the true knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence. For by these He has granted to us His precious and magnificent promises, so that by them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world by lust.”

2 Peter 1:3-4

DIVINE.  We often use the word casually. “This cake is divine!” Or, “It was a divine vacation.” However, in the Bible, the word is used in reference to God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Christ’s DIVINE power granting to us everything pertaining to life and godliness; us (Christians) sharing in the DIVINE nature.  If we are living a ho-hum or defeated life, it isn’t because God wants us to. I encourage you to discover and delve into God’s “precious and magnificient promises” given to us in the Bible!  

Lord Jesus, You are DIVINE power and life.  Thank You for Your precious and magnificient promises by which we become partakers of Your divine nature. I worship and adore You!

“God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.”

Romans 5:8

Have you ever wished someone would do more than tell they love you; they would SHOW you? That’s what God did in sending Jesus to die for our sins.  He proved His love. He exhibited it. God didn’t just send a message of love through a prophet. He DEMONSTRATED His love in the most visible, sacrificial way possible. If you’re thinking you’re unloved, think again! 

Thank You, God, for DEMONSTRATING Your love by sending Jesus to die for my sins even while I was still a sinner!  I love and praise You!

“Behold, My Servant, whom I uphold; My chosen one in whom My soul delights. I have put My Spirit upon Him; He will bring forth justice to the nations.”

Isaiah 42:1

Have you ever thought about the fact that God delights in Jesus? That Jesus is God’s DELIGHT?  In a world so full of evil and as God looks upon even the often sinful state of His own; don’t you know it blesses Him to look upon His Son? “Delightful!” That’s who Jesus is. 

Lord Jesus, You are God’s DELIGHT and mine!  I praise You!