Saturday, June 25, 2016

John 16:33- "These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” You hear about us having tribulations from this passage a lot, but what pops out for me is that He says "have overcome". And Jesus says this before the crucifixion. I believe He had faith and knew the strength of God and trusted Him alone, and that's why Jesus knew He already had won. I pray we can learn to trust and lean on Him so much that we don't even worry about our situations, but that we know we have already overcome them because of His power. - Josh Gross 

Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Jeremiah 17:5 - "Thus saith the Lord; Cursed be the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the Lord."  A song this weekend "My God is bigger than any problems" made me wonder how many times I trust in myself or others to get through trials, make big decisions, etc.  Let's go straight to the One that can help us with all things. - Jason Barrett

Friday, March 25, 2016

Proverbs 3:5-6 - “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.”  The times when I went on my own understanding and the issues that occurred w/o going to Christ for guidance and direction I can’t do over. The times when I trusted everything to Christ, the problems/concerns were resolved a lot better than I would have ever done.  The word “all” convicts that Christ’s leadership and trust is to be 24/7 in every part of our life.  Help us and myself to trust and do put Christ first 24/7 in all aspects/issues of our lives and families.  - Clifford Myers

Thursday, March 3, 2016

Psalm 18:30 - "As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the Lord is tried: he is a buckler to all those that trust in Him." Often things just don't seem like they are going right or like they just don't fit in with the plans you have laid out for yourself. But, God knows exactly what is best for us, not just for now, but for ten years from now, too. Trust Him with today. His way is perfect. - Steve Boots

Thursday, January 7, 2016

Philippians 4:7 - "And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Throughout this letter Paul tells us "I have all, and abound"; "my God shall supply"; "Rejoice in the Lord"; "I thank my God"; "I trust in the Lord"; Over and over Paul reminds us that whatever we are going through in life (in Paul's case, he was in prison anticipating his death) don't worry because God is in complete control. He is allowing the circumstances for a reason, and that reason is always to strengthen us. God's peace which passeth all understanding led Paul to say "in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content." - Garrett Longest

Monday, October 5, 2015

Psalm 3:6 - "I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people, that have set themselves against me round about".  This verse made me think about what is happening in the middle east right now. Even America is beginning to turn on Israel with this new agreement with Iran. We can be encouraged and strengthened knowing that even though our own country may turn on its closest ally, we serve the same God they do and can know that we also have that same assurance  of His care. - Matt Stephens

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Romans 8:28 - "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God..." This is easy to read but hard to live when you are in the valley.  - Wes Smith

Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Proverbs 21:30 - "There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the Lord." God is in charge and has the final say.  We, being Christians, are in good hands.  - Jason Brothers

Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Proverbs 29:23 - "A man's pride shall bring him low but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit." About the time you become confident in your abilities God will bring something into your life you can't handle unless you trust in Him. - Jason Brothers