“They were devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” Acts 2:42 “And let us take thought of how to spur one another on to love and good works, not abandoning our own meetings, as some are in the habit of
Everyone whose heart stirred him to action and everyone whose spirit was willing came and brought the offering for the LORD for the work of the tent of meeting, for all its service, and for the holy garments. Exodus 35:21 Into the Text The time had come for the
“The future splendor of this temple will be greater than that of former times,” the Lord of Heaven’s Armies has declared. “And in this place I will give peace,” decrees the Lord of Heaven’s Armies. Haggai 2:9 Into the Text As the people of Jerusalem begin the work of
“A faithful person will have an abundance of blessings, but the one who hastens to gain riches will not go unpunished.” Proverbs 28:20 Into the Text Mordecai’s story is a beautiful example of faithfulness. He didn’t seek honor or wealth for himself. Yet, God raised him to a position
You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit, fruit that remains, so that whatever you ask the Father in my name he will give you. John 15:16 Into the Text YOU are chosen, sweet friend! What an amazing truth to
May Your kingdom come, May Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Matthew 6:10 Into the Text Sweet sister, The path of surrender isn’t always an easy one, especially in our world that often values control and self-sufficiency. But, surrendering to God’s will brings a
“I give you a new commandment—to love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. Everyone will know by this that you are my disciples—if you have love for one another.” John 13:34–35 Into the Text The night before His death, Jesus
Therefore consider carefully how you live—not as unwise but as wise. Ephesians 5:15 Into the Text There are days when I catch myself unknowingly going through the motions—doing what needs to be done, checking the boxes, answering the never-ending messages, and yet feeling a quiet nudge in my spirit:
They were devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Acts 2:42 Into the Text Though God’s rescue mission through Jesus had been completed, there was still work to be done. The good news needed to be spread throughout the world.
Obey with enthusiasm, as though serving the Lord and not people. Ephesians 6:7 Into the Text We come to another passage within Ephesians that to a 21st century reader can be confusing. Remember, Paul is calling believers to exhibit Christ in all of their earthly relationships. There are a few