Daily Bible Verse – John 3:16

¹⁶ “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life.

Thoughts on Today’s Verse…

God wants us to have life! Real life. Life that lasts forever with him! That’s why he sent Jesus, so we could have life. That is why Jesus left him and came to earth. That is why Jesus endured the Cross and its humiliation. That’s why Jesus rose from the dead. God loves us with an everlasting love in Jesus! What other Christmas gift can compare? “O come, let us adore him!”

Prayer…

Of all your gifts, loving Father, none can compare to Jesus. You are worthy of praise simply because of who you are. You are worthy of honor because of all that you have done. You are worthy of praise because of your mighty acts. Most of all, you are worthy of my heart, soul, mind, and strength because of your love demonstrated in Jesus. Thank you for the greatest gift of all! In Jesus’ name I praise you. Amen.

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Daily Bible Verse – John 1:1

The Deity of Jesus Christ

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

Thoughts on Today’s Verse…

God’s Message of salvation was with him at creation. In fact, by nature, the one who was the Message was God himself. John wants us to know that Jesus, God’s Word and ultimate Message, was with God from the very beginning. The one who turns water to wine, feeds the 5000, and raises Lazarus didn’t make his human appearance on earth until he was born in Bethlehem, but he has always been there. He is God with us, as Matthew puts it (Matthew 1:23). He is God come to visit us as Luke tells us (Luke 7:16). He is the Son of God as Mark reminds (Mark 1:1). He is God’s ultimate and final Word (Hebrews 1:1-2)!

Prayer…

Father, help me better know your Message, both in print and in life. Please teach me more about Jesus and his heart for people and his love for you. May he be my Lord in word, deed, and motivation. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

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Psalm 112:4 (12-07-11)

Thoughts on Today’s Verse…

What a powerful promise! Just as night passes into dawn, for the gracious and compassionate and righteous, dawn comes even in the worst nights of deep spiritual darkness. The Holy Spirit is reminding us that even in those worst times of cultural decay and decadence, Satan’s darkness will not rule forever. His darkness cannot stay where Jesus’ disciples reflect the character of the Light of the world.

Prayer…

Holy and loving God, help me to shine your light of holiness and Jesus’ light of hope to those trapped in darkness. O God, please forgive my sinful failures. Please cleanse me and create a pure heart in me. I don’t want to dim or to diminish your light as it shines through me. Help me so that I can more perfectly shine your light to those around me. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

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John 8:12 (12-06-11)

Thoughts on Today’s Verse…

Are you walking in light or darkness? Can you clearly see your path, or do you find yourself stumbling along an uncertain path? Jesus wants us to boldly follow him. The way may not always be easy, but the destination is assured, and your way can be certain. Most of all, you won’t ever have to have a night light — you’re assured that even in the deepest darkness, you will have his light, the only light that gives life.

Prayer…

Wonderful and tender Shepherd, please give me a faithful heart. Even in my deepest moments of darkness and despair, I want to be able to find your Light and to share his life with others. In the name of the One who is never darkness, Jesus the Light of the world, I pray. Amen.

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Ephesians 5:3 (12-05-11)

³ But immorality or any impurity or greed must not even be named among you, as is proper among saints;

Thoughts on Today’s Verse…

“Not even a hint!” Hmmmm! Don’t you wish it were true? The church I attend and the person I see most often in the mirror don’t quite measure up to this directive. If sexual temptation doesn’t get us, greed often does. In a culture of conspicuous consumption, greed concerns me more than the immorality and impurity. Not because I am unconcerned with impurity, but because we have become so calloused to our own greed. In this season of giving, let’s honestly examine our hearts about our “wanting,” “getting,” and “possessing.”

Prayer…

Forgive me, generous LORD, for my selfishness and greed. Please give me a heart like yours. You demonstrated that heart when you shared your most precious gift with sinners like me. Now I am a child at your table and an heir of your inheritance. Thank you for your grace! Please, dear Lord, bless me with your Spirit who seeks to bring about a generous and gracious heart within me. In the name of the greatest gift of all, Jesus of Bethlehem, I pray. Amen.

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