My son, keep thy father’s commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother: — Proverbs 6:20
So frequently today, we reject the knowledge of those who have come before us and who desire to impart with us the collective wisdom that …
Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment? — Matthew 6:25
Food and clothes are two of our most pressing concerns as humans. They have been for millennia. God, on the other hand, reminds us that …
Then shall the righteous answer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungred, and fed thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink? — Matthew 25:37
When we assist people who are unable to assist themselves — those who have gotten themselves into difficulty, those who have been wrongfully convicted, and …
Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh. — Proverbs 3:25
What keeps fear at bay in your heart? Only one guardian is certain and trustworthy, and his name is the LORD. He is our security …
Nevertheless I am continually with thee: thou hast holden me by my right hand. — Psalm 73:23
In times of perplexity, we can take solace that while we may not comprehend everything while here on earth (cf. Psalm 73:1-22), God will be …
Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD. — Proverbs 18:22
Several profound lessons are taught us in the beginning chapters of the Bible. First, we are fashioned in God’s image, both male and female. Second, …
But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. — Matthew 6:33
Seek! This is the verse’s main point. This is a strong term that describes a passionate pursuit of something in order to make it our …
For the LORD loveth judgment, and forsaketh not his saints; they are preserved for ever: but the seed of the wicked shall be cut off. — Psalm 37:28
God cares about his people. He adores justice and people who seek it. He will not forget his people, those who strive to honor him …
Blessings are upon the head of the just: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. — Proverbs 10:6
Righteousness bestows immense rewards on us. Violence becomes its own heinous reward, delivering to those who employ it what it has brought to others. So, …
These words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee: — John 17:1
One of the most touching passages in the Bible is John 17. Jesus is aware that he will die. He is aware that he is …