Psalm 113:2–3, Ephesians 5:8–33, Isaiah 65:17–19; 66:2

Human beings – seemingly so insignificant when we look at the size and scale of the universe that God has created – have the ability to please the Lord.

Psalm 112:1–9, Ephesians 4:22–32; 5:1–2, Isaiah 63:7–16

How can we imitate God and live a life of love?

Proverbs 23:19, Ephesians 4:1–16, Isaiah 61:1–8

The book of Proverbs anticipates what Spirit-powered living should look like. Then, in the New Testament, we see the fulfilment of Spirit-powered living.

Psalm 111:2–10, Ephesians 3:4–19, Isaiah 57:19, 58:6–10

The secret God reveals in Jesus is reconciliation not only with God but also with one another.

Psalm 110:1–5, Ephesians 2:1–22, Isaiah 55:1–6

The difference Jesus makes is massive, eternal, and impossible to fully comprehend.

Psalm 109:21–31, Ephesians 1:3–23, Isaiah 52:7–15; 53:1–6

All of the blessings, including those that the Old Testament speaks about, are yours in Christ.

Proverbs 23:17–18, Galatians 6:1–10, Isaiah 49:8–25

In today’s generation, our lives have become so instantaneous that anything requiring patient perseverance can appear unattractive. We require instant returns and instant results. But sometimes the biggest pay-offs are a long time coming.

Psalm 109:1–4, Galatians 5:7–25, Isaiah 47:17–18; 49:5–7

Conflict is inescapable. Even for those of us who shy away from confrontation, it is impossible to avoid. As we go through life, we will inevitably encounter people with whom we will have conflict. Additionally, for a Christian, an internal conflict exists between the desires of our sinful nature and the Holy Spirit.

Psalm 108:6–13, Galatians 4:21–31; 5:1–6, Isaiah 45:1–24

‘Freedom’ is the word that best sums up the Christian life. You, too, are free. Therefore, refuse to be trapped by your past.

Psalm 108:1–5, Galatians 3:26–29; 4:1–7, Isaiah 43:1–19

In the passages for today, we see how much more than just ‘nice’ God is – his goodness, amazing love and faithfulness.