21 Why do you question me? Question those who heard what I told them. Look, they know what I said.” 22 When he had said these things, one of the officials standing by slapped Jesus, saying, “Is this the way you answer the high priest?” 23 “If I have spoken wrongly,” Jesus answered him, “give...
Reaching Well Beyond
27 “But I say to you who listen: Love your enemies, do what is good to those who hate you, 28 bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. (Luke 6:27-28 CSB) Boy, here is one that is hard for me to follow, how about you? God does not want...
Get Right
17 I am oppressed and needy;may the Lord think of me.You are my helper and my deliverer;my God, do not delay. (Psalm 40:17 CSB) God meets you where you are. No matter what your state, He is waiting for you there and not expecting anything more than our surrendering to...
The Abundant Path
11 You reveal the path of life to me;in your presence is abundant joy;at your right hand are eternal pleasures. (Psalm 16:11 CSB) Today’s passage is one that can fill us with so much hope and happiness. It is a signpost to living a life continually in the presence of...
Sympathize
15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who has been tempted in every way as we are, yet without sin. (Hebrews 4:15 CSB) There is a lot out there that wants to get at us each and every day and...