And all Israel shall mourn for him and bury him; for he only of Jeroboam’s family shall come to the grave, because in him there is found something good and pleasing to the Lord, the God of Israel, in the house of Jeroboam. – 1 Kings 14:13, Amplified Bible (AMP) Some years ago my wife… Continue reading God’s ways are indeed higher than ours.
Category: Power for Living
Sing a new song.
O come, let us sing unto the Lord: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation. – Psalm 95:1, KJV Some of the most moving songs ever written have been born from the depths of trial and trouble. Many of the psalms (songs) David wrote are prime examples, for many of… Continue reading Sing a new song.
What kind of impact do you have on others when you walk into a room?
The light in the eyes [of him whose heart is joyful] rejoices the hearts of others, and good news nourishes the bones. – Proverbs 15:30, Amplified Bible (AMP) What kind of impact do you have on others when you walk into a room? Do you find people smiling at the sight of you? Or, do… Continue reading What kind of impact do you have on others when you walk into a room?
Even the events that seem accidental are ordered by God.
The lot is cast into the lap, but the decision is wholly of the Lord [even the events that seem accidental are really ordered by Him]. – Proverbs 16:33, Amplified Bible (AMP) We were at a friend’s house when we received the shocking news: a mutual friend’s brother-in-law had been shot, execution style, in front… Continue reading Even the events that seem accidental are ordered by God.
When God throws you a curveball, keep on swinging.
A man’s mind plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps and makes them sure. – Proverbs 16:9, Amplified Bible (AMP) The Stroups* had a plan: Leave the United States of America behind, Settle in Cambodia, Build an orphanage, and Take over the administration of an existing Christian school. Having spent close to two… Continue reading When God throws you a curveball, keep on swinging.
There is an art to knowing what to say and when to say it.
The mind of the [uncompromisingly] righteous studies how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things. – Proverbs 15:28, Amplified Bible (AMP) When shooting a gun, the correct procedure for making a good shot is, “Ready, aim, fire!” When you aim at your target before you shoot at your target, you… Continue reading There is an art to knowing what to say and when to say it.
Good health comes from this.
A calm and undisturbed mind and heart are the life and health of the body, but envy, jealousy, and wrath are like rottenness of the bones. – Proverbs 14:30, Amplified Bible (AMP) Every now and then, various news outlets run stories on senior citizens who’ve made it to the 100-year-old mark. During every such story… Continue reading Good health comes from this.
BEST OF TQFG: When God’s advice and man’s advice conflict, go with what God says.
We hope you enjoy this re-post from January 31, 2013. Be blessed! The Today’s Quote From God Team To reveal (unveil, disclose) His Son within me so that I might proclaim Him among the Gentiles (the non-Jewish world) as the glad tidings (Gospel), immediately I did not confer with flesh and blood [did not consult or… Continue reading BEST OF TQFG: When God’s advice and man’s advice conflict, go with what God says.
The sweet promise of Proverbs 3.
When you lie down, you shall not be afraid; yes, you shall lie down, and your sleep shall be sweet. – Proverbs 3:24, Amplified Bible (AMP) In a world filled with things to fear, every Christian has the chance to escape the anxieties and terrors of life by doing the one thing that Proverbs 3:21-26… Continue reading The sweet promise of Proverbs 3.
Sometimes, you’ve just got to hide under your apron.
And in the morning, long before daylight, He got up and went out to a deserted place, and there He prayed. – Mark 1:35, Amplified Bible (AMP) Life can be extremely busy, but I cannot imagine how busy it would be as a parent of 19 children. As reported on www.joniandfriends.org: Susanna Wesley, born in… Continue reading Sometimes, you’ve just got to hide under your apron.