The natural inclination of our hearts is to defend ourselves when under attack, but when we humble ourselves and let God fight for us, we remove ourselves from the drama and walk in peace.

Bible Reading: 2 Samuel 16-20

Scripture Verse of the Day: 2 Samuel 16:12

Don't forget why we worship. The heritage and purpose behind the first moments of worship in the Old Covenant are no different than the intention behind our worship today - so we can know God and make Him known, and so God may dwell with us and us in Him.

Bible Reading - Exodus 29-32

Scripture Verse of the Day - Exodus 29:46

As we face times of blessing and of want, God tests us to see if we will be generous with what He provides. Giving never means we will have less in God's economy.

Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 9-10

Scripture Verse of the Day: 2 Corinthians 9:8

When we are tempted, we have a way out. The question is, will we choose it?

Bible Reading: Luke 3-5

Scripture Verse of the Day: Luke 4:12

When we try to find fault with God, we might want to start with ourselves first. Since God is perfect, our faults and worries are allayed when we worship God rather than accuse Him.

Bible Reading: Job 39-40

Scripture Verse of the Day: Job 40:2

Just because people think a thought does not make it right. To be surrounded by God's creation yet deny His existence is ludicrous. Before you deny God, try denying the lies being breathed into your soul first.

Bible Reading: Psalm 53-55

Scripture Verse of the Day: Psalm 53:1

No one likes judgment, but when God pronounces judgment, God's people straighten up. There is no standard if it is not maintained.

Bible Reading: Jeremiah 49-52

Scripture Verse of the Day: Jeremiah 50:4

No one likes to be rebuked, right? Pride usually rears its ugly head. But it is a kindness when someone risks sharing a rebuke, knowing it might not be received well. And when we recognize the truth of their rebuke, we are set free from sin's grasp.

Bible Reading: 2 Samuel 11-15

Scripture Verse of the Day: 2 Samuel 12:9a

When we feel forgotten by God, we need to remember that God never forgets anything or anyone. But He did choose to forget our sins and cover them with His own blood.

Bible Reading: Exodus 25-28

Scripture Verse of the Day: Exodus 28:29

Whenever we see the word "therefore", we need to ask what it is there for. Ever heard that before? Sometimes the seemingly unimportant words can carry a lot of weight.

Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 7-8

Scripture Verse of the Day: 2 Corinthians 7:1