Category Archives: Daily Minute

When necessary, God fights for His people; He always has and always will. The LORD is a man of war;  the LORD is his name.  Exodus 15:3 ESV

It’s as though God falls in love with us anew every morning. The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases;  his mercies never come to an end;  they are new every morning;  great is your faithfulness.  Lamentations 3:22-23 ESV

May your delight this Christmas be in the One who came to give us hope beyond the grave. “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have … Continue reading →

May God’s Word be for us as endearing as a handwritten letter from a dear friend. But his delight is in the law of the LORD,  and on his law he meditates day and night.  Psalm 1:2 ESV “Our Bible … Continue reading →

Perhaps one day we will see that we accomplished more during our time in prayer than we did with every other effort. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working. James 5:16 ESV  

If not God, who will we serve? “And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the LORD, choose this day whom you will serve.” If not for God, what hope do we have? Remember that you were at … Continue reading →

When we fail, Christ prevails. We are freely forgiven, and God remembers our sin no more. However, try as we might to forget, our sins are ever before us. In times of regret, it’s good to know God lives with … Continue reading →

The span of a person’s life is as minutes gone by to God, a few hours at most. What is seventy or eighty years compared to eternity? Even so, we matter to Him, every little detail matters. David said: “Behold, … Continue reading →

Just as a good parent keeps an eye on his children, to provide for and protect, so God keeps an eye on His children, for the same reasons. Behold, the eye of the LORD is on those who fear him,  … Continue reading →

“Some day you will read in the papers that D.L. Moody, of East Northfield, is dead. Don’t you believe a word of it! At that moment I shall be more alive than I am now. I shall have gone up … Continue reading →

If you could ask God for one thing… One thing have I asked of the LORD,  that will I seek after:  that I may dwell in the house of the LORD  all the days of my life,  to gaze upon … Continue reading →

Here’s why I don’t think the eclipse is a warning from God: 1. God ordained that men would be warned by His Word (see Psalm 19:7-11). 2. God ordained that men would be warned by the lives and testimony of … Continue reading →

Lord God, You are too much for my mind to comprehend; You are beyond my understanding. Thoughts of You, at times, overwhelm me, and I wonder–How can this be? I pray that You would not allow me to become doubtful, … Continue reading →

Shout for joy, give thanks, and sing! Praise the Lord– it suits you. Praise befits the upright.  Psalm 33:1b ESV Also: Psalm 33:1-5

May God grant us grace to see hidden beauty as most desirable. …but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart  with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit,  which in God’s sight is very precious.  … Continue reading →

Plunging headfirst into a situation we’d rather avoid is an act of faith; it’s trusting God to work, in spite of our fears. By faith, we depend on God’s ability, rather than our own. Therefore I will boast all the … Continue reading →

There is a longing in the heart of every man for something good. Something that will give meaning to his mundane ordinary existence. But let all who take refuge in you rejoice;  let them ever sing for joy,  and spread … Continue reading →

Wait for the LORD; be strong,  and let your heart take courage;  wait for the LORD!  Psalm 27:14 ESV It’s good to remember, there is never a situation where God is not in control. God gave us the Psalms to get … Continue reading →

Let there be joy. Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love,  that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days.  Psalm 90:14 NIV

Act deliberately. For this very reason, make every effort  to supplement your faith with virtue. 2 Peter 1:5a ESV for further study: 2 Peter 1:3-11