And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father. – Colossians 3:17 OBSERVATION: I can’t offend, hurt, or slander anyone with the social media posts I don’t write. Maximize connections and friendships. Minimize drama. Is it kind? Is it encouraging? Is … More DAY 27: Wisdom in Navigating Social Media and Culture
I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— 2 for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. – I Timothy 2:1-2 (NIV) OBSERVATION: When I read a scripture such as this I do not … More DAY 26: All Leaders in Government
Then Peter came to himself and said, “Now I know without a doubt that the Lord has sent his angel and rescued me from Herod’s clutches…. – Acts 12: 11 OBSERVATION: Sometimes God out of the blue and dramatically answers our prayers. Other times involve prolonged waiting. In Acts Chap. 12 the Apostle Peter was … More DAY 25: Praise for Answered Prayer
Whoever receives one such child in my name receives me, but whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him to have a great millstone fastened around his neck and to be drowned in the depth of the sea. – Matthew 18:5-6 OBSERVATION: In our … More DAY 24: Safety in Schools
Now all the tax collectors and sinners were coming near to listen to [Jesus]. And the Pharisees and the scribes were grumbling and saying, “This fellow welcomes sinners and eats with them. – Luke 15: 1-2 (NRSV) OBSERVATION: Poverty is not a sin; but any collection of the impoverished often includes those whom we associate … More DAY 23: Those in Poverty
…then God raised up judges who saved them from their plunderers. But they wouldn’t listen to their judges; they prostituted themselves to other gods—worshiped them! They lost no time leaving the road walked by their parents, the road of obedience to God’s commands. They refused to have anything to do with it. – Judges 2: … More DAY 22: Our Judges and the Judicial System
Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt you. – James 1:27 (NLT) OBSERVATION: The CALL is an organization that recruits, trains and supports foster care families in Union & Ouachita County. Currently (report July 2020) … More DAY 21: Foster Care and Adoption
A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. – John 13:34 (NIV) OBSERVATION: Harmony is the combination of simultaneously sounded musical notes to produce chords and chord progressions having a pleasing effect. Our community is a diversity of cultures, races, and beliefs, but … More DAY 20: Racial Equality
And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. – Hebrews 13:16 (NIV) OBSERVATION: Non-profit agencies are making a difference in our community. We are blessed to have so many who do so much to serve the needs of our community. We live in a … More DAY 19: Nonprofit Agencies Engaged in Making a Difference in our Community
But we should always give thanks to God for you, brethren beloved by the Lord, because God has chosen you from the beginning for salvation through sanctification by the Spirit and faith in the truth. – 2 Thessalonians 2:13 OBSERVATION: The Spirit’s work in our lives should produce in us thanksgiving, always. PRAYER: Father God, … More DAY 18: Praise of the Holy Spirit
