The Lord Establishes His People
Opening Verse “And Elishama, and Eliada, and Eliphalet.”— 2 Samuel 5:16 (KJV) At first glance, this verse appears to be a simple record of names, but it carries a profound message about God’s faithfulness, divine establishment, and the continuation of His covenant through David. These three names, along with others listed earlier in the...
The Spiritual Workout
Opening Verse “But refuse profane and old wives’ fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness. For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.”1 Timothy 4:7-8 (KJV) Introduction People admire a man with big muscles. They...
The Danger of Itching Ears
Opening Verse “For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears;”2 Timothy 4:3 (KJV) Introduction We live in a time where people don’t want to hear the truth of God’s Word. They seek messages that make them...
Drifting from God
Opening Verse “Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.”— James 4:8 (KJV) Introduction Drifting from God does not happen overnight. It begins with small compromises, little distractions, and a gradual coldness of heart. Before we know it, we...
A Cry for Mercy
Opening Verse “Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness: according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions. Wash me throughly from mine iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin.” – Psalm 51:1–2 (KJV) Introduction Sin separates us from God, leaving our souls burdened with guilt and shame....
The Call to Wake Up
Opening Verse “Wherefore he saith, Awake thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give thee light.”Ephesians 5:14 (KJV) Introduction Many people live their lives as though they are asleep—going through the motions, unaware of the urgency of the times. But God is calling His people to wake up, to see...
Returning to God’s Ways
Opening Verse “We have dealt very corruptly against thee, and have not kept the commandments, nor the statutes, nor the judgments, which thou commandedst thy servant Moses.”— Nehemiah 1:7 (KJV) Introduction Nehemiah’s heart was broken over the state of Jerusalem. The walls were in ruins, and the people had strayed far from God’s commandments....
Forgotten but Not Forsaken
Opening Verse “Yet did not the chief butler remember Joseph, but forgat him.”— Genesis 40:23 (KJV) Introduction Have you ever felt forgotten? Like you’ve helped others, remained faithful, and yet, when it was your turn, no one remembered you? Joseph knew that feeling well. He had interpreted dreams for Pharaoh’s servants in prison, hoping...
Rebuilding What Was Lost
Opening Verse “Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.”— Psalm 127:1 (KJV) Introduction After years of captivity, the Israelites were given permission to return and rebuild the temple in Jerusalem. King Cyrus of Persia issued a...
The Reward of Humility and Fear of the Lord
Opening Verse “By humility and the fear of the Lord are riches, and honour, and life.”— Proverbs 22:4 (KJV) Introduction The world tells us that success comes from ambition, self-promotion, and power. But God’s Word teaches the opposite. True blessings—riches, honor, and life—come not from pride, but from humility and a deep reverence for...