2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. (Colossians 3:2 NIV) Life has a way of keeping us focused on the things of this world and not on the higher thoughts of things above. Thus our basal selves tend to rule the day and we do not...

29 But if he remains silent, who can condemn him? If he hides his face, who can see him? Yet he is over individual and nation alike, (Job 34:29 NIV) We may ask, “Where was God...” when we individually or as a people are in distress. But maybe the better question is,...

6 For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. (Proverbs 2:6 NIV) To seek to understand is the root of knowing (knowledge) which leads to wisdom. We cannot hope to show wisdom when we do not seek to first understand. Scripture provides much to allow us...

21 “His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!’ (Matthew 25:21 NIV) If we are honest we are given much in this lifetime. Be that time,...

2 Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. (Galatians 6:2 NIV) We most often feel barely able to carry our own burdens, much less the burdens of others. But think how much better the world would be if we would only help...