Hebrews 11:1 - Faith is the confidence that what we hope for will actually happen; it gives us assurance about things we cannot see. 2 Corinthians 5:7 - For we walk by faith, not by sight. Hebrews 12:2 - We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith... Ephesians 6:16 - hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. 1 Peter 1:7 - Thes...  Read More

Ephesians 2:20–21 (nlt) - Together, we are his house... And the cornerstone is Christ Jesus himself. We are carefully joined together in him, becoming a holy temple for the Lord.Hebrews 3:6 (nlt) - But Christ, as the Son, is in charge of God’s entire house. And we are God’s house...1 Peter 2:4–5 (nlt) - You are coming to Christ, who is the living cornerstone of God’s temple... And you are living s...  Read More

Psalm 139:1–6 (nlt) — O LORD, you have examined my heart and know everything about me. 2 You know when I sit down or stand up. You know my thoughts even when I’m far away. 3 You see me when I travel and when I rest at home. You know everything I do. 4 You know what I am going to say even before I say it, LORD. 5 You go before me and follow me. You place your hand of blessing on my head. 6 Such kno...  Read More

Romans 12:5–8... so it is with Christ’s body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other. In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well... prophesy... serving... teaching... encouraging... giving... leading... showing kindness...Lord, You have made your body perfect. It is so awesome to see you working through each part of your body around me. Som...  Read More

1 Pet 5:8–9 (nlt) Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. 9 Stand firm against him, and be strong in your faith... 2 Cor 2:11 (nlt)... For we are familiar with his evil schemes. 2 Cor 10:4 (esv) For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds. Eph 6:10–18 (esv)... be...  Read More

Galatians 5 (nlt) — 1 So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law... 4 For if you are trying to make yourselves right with God by keeping the law, you have been cut off from Christ! You have fallen away from God’s grace... 6 For when we place our faith in Christ Jesus... What is important is faith expressing itself in love......  Read More

Psalm 34:1–5 (esv) 1 I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth. 2 My soul makes its boast in the Lord; let the humble hear and be glad. 3 Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together! 4 I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears. 5 Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed.Dear L...  Read More

Psalm 122 (NLT)A song for pilgrims ascending to Jerusalem. A psalm of David.1 I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the LORD.” 2 And now here we are, standing inside your gates, O Jerusalem. 3 Jerusalem is a well-built city; its seamless walls cannot be breached. 4 All the tribes of Israel—the LORD’s people— make their pilgrimage here. They come to give thanks to the name of ...  Read More

Daniel 7:9–10 (nlt)9 I watched as thrones were put in place and the Ancient One sat down to judge. His clothing was as white as snow, his hair like purest wool. He sat on a fiery throne with wheels of blazing fire,10 and a river of fire was pouring out, flowing from his presence. Millions of angels ministered to him; many millions stood to attend him. Then the court began its session, and the book...  Read More

Psalm 34:1-8 - I will praise the Lord at all times. I will constantly speak his praises. 2 I will boast only in the Lord; let all who are helpless take heart. 3 Come, let us tell of the Lord’s greatness; let us exalt his name together. 4 I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears. 5 Those who look to him for help will be radiant with joy; no shadow of shame will darken...  Read More

Hear my cry, O God; Attend to my prayer. From the end of the earth I will cry to You, When my heart is overwhelmed; Lead me to the rock that is higher than I. For You have been a shelter for me, A strong tower from the enemy. I will abide in Your tabernacle forever; I will trust in the shelter of Your wings. Selah (Psalm 61:1–4, NKJV)Hear my cry O God, attend unto my prayer. From the end of the ea...  Read More

Jesus gave his life for our sins, just as God our Father planned, in order to rescue us from this evil world in which we live . . . I am shocked that you are turning away so soon from God, who called you to himself through the loving mercy of Christ. You are following a different way that pretends to be the Good News but is not the Good News at all. You are being fooled by those who deliberately t...  Read More