Scripture of The Day

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is —His good, pleasing and perfect will.~Romans 12:2

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.~Psalm 23:4 Comforting thought : Because of the Lord, I will not fear anything that the evil one throws at me. Whether I am in the depth of despair or on the mountain top, God is my great comforter.

"Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you."~Matthew 5:12 heavens-garden-by-marina-petro.html

This is a wonderful devotion for women that I would like to recommend. A spirit of fear can take over life and dominate us in a way God never intended. It is a proven fact that fear is at the root of stress, and 75 to 90 percent of visits to primary-care physicians result from stress-related disorders. Is this God’s plan for us? Never! In The Lighthouse of Hope discover: •God did not give us a Spirit of Fear. •Keep healthy fear from growing into permanent entrapment. •Recognize your fears and conquer them— God’s Way! Fear can dominate us in a way God never intended. But there is a beacon of hope for those trapped in fear. This book is a pathway to God’s plan for believers to live a life free of stress and fear. We don’t think there has ever been a time in America when a Lighthouse of Hope is more needed. There can be no success in life without hope. The hope that comes by faith in the Lord Jesus and gives real peace and joy. This will enrich all who need life. Sue writes

By Dr. Charles Stanley Would you describe yourself as joyful, peaceful, and happy? Or do you constantly pursue good works and accomplishments as a way to feel significant? If so, you may be leading a life filled with striving. People who live that way tend to believe they are unworthy before God or others. They don’t allow themselves the so-called luxury of spending time meditating on the Word, and instead choose to do something “more important.” Many times, this mindset is accompanied by a feeling of tremendous guilt over any time taken to rest. Let me assure you of this: Striving will never result in your salvation. Nor will it produce the inner quality God desires to see in each of us, which is trust in Him. Striving saps joy, peace, and contentment from your life. It will drain your energy and produce a constant feeling of inner exhaustion, depression or discouragement. But God’s Word declares: How blessed is the man who finds wisdom And the man who gains understandin

"God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that always having all sufficiency in everything, you may have an abundance for every good deed."-2 Corinthians 9:8

"Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful."~John 14:27

Be content with what you have, for God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you." So say with confidence, "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid." -Hebrews 13:5,6

For I will pour water upon him that is thirsty, and floods upon the dry ground: I will pour my spirit upon thy seed, and my blessing upon thine offspring: