Verse of the Week #20 (1 Peter 4:1)

Hello guys, I'm sorry I haven't been blogging lately, I have been busy. I'm back and I will be bringing more content. Time for this week's verse.

"Therefore, since Christ suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same mind, for he who has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin." -1 Peter 4:10 (NKJV)

Cease from sin. Live up to the title of "Christian". You are supposed to be like Christ. Even though this may seem like a harsh calling, we are called to it by our Lord, Jesus.

Godbless

Verse of the Week #19 (Psalm 106:3)

Hey guys I'm back with another verse of the week. This time I picked a verse from the Psalms.

"Blessed are those who keep justice,

And he who does righteousness at all times!" -Psalm 106:3 (NKJV)

If you get discouraged in your walk...remember that you are blessed for living in a Godly way.

Godbless

Verse of the Week #18 (Matthew 5:44)

I picked this verse because my girlfriend inspired me to. This verse is so convicting and really leads me to be a better Christian...

"But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you" -Matthew 5:44 (NKJV)

Live by this.

Godlbess

Verse of the Week #17 (1 Thessalonians 4:1)

Hey everyone, today's verse of the week comes from Paul's first letter to the Thessalonians. This passage speaks to the christians in Thessolonica regarding their spiritual walk. 

"Finally then, brethren, we urge and exhort in the Lord Jesus that you should abound more and more, just as you received from us how you ought to walk and to please God." -I Thessalonians 4:1 (NKJV)

This verse stuck out to me mainly because of the phraseology used: "...to please God." These specific words emphasized in my mind the fact that we out to have the heart's desire to love God and please him, rather than follow a set of the rules primarily for the rewards and lack of punishment. Our heart's desire ought to be to please God in our deeds, rather than just conforming to a set of rules out self service/preservation. This verse should cause all of us to really desire to please God.

Godbless

Verse of the Week #13 (II Corinthians 4:18)

Hey everyone! It's been a little while since I made a blog post but here I'm back with this weeks verse! 

"While we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal." II Corinthians 4:18 (NKJV)

Let this be a reminder to us all that the spiritual realm is so much more significant than the physical. 

Godbless

Verse of the Week #10 (James 3:10)

Sorry if this is a late one guys, but I was busy today and couldn't get to my blog till late. This verse was one that I read while moving through the Old Testament in my readings. The context is about the power of the tongue and it's evilness. 

"Out of the same mouth proceed blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not to be so." -James 3:10 (NKJV)

I think this is one of those verses that almost all of us should stop and consider in our own lives. I know I need to change how I speak and continually be aware of what I say and how I say it. Let this be a warning and a guide to all of us who want to better ourselves and follow God's word! Go and read the whole passage regarding the tongue and our words. It helped me, I hope it helps you.

Godbless

Verse of the Week #9 (Hebrews 12:1)

I know one thing for sure. This life is not easy. I have to constantly remind what to do, what I'm here for, and who I'm doing things for. This verse is a wonderful reminder of what God wants out of Christians. It sure helps me, I pray it helps you.

"Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us." Hebrews 12:1 (NKJV)

Godbless

Verse of the Week #7 (Revelation 22:17)

Today's verse of the week is in the very last chapter of the Bible: Revelation 22. Written by John, Revelation is a book of prophecy, and...well...revelations from God =P This verse is describing the condition of those who God choses to enter his eternal rest.

"And the Spirit and the bride say, “Come!” And let him who hears say, “Come!” And let him who thirsts come. Whoever desires, let him take the water of life freely" Revelation 22:17 (NKVJ)

Thank God that our life doesn't end at death. Those who live a righteous life following Jesus are promised a home where you can drink of the water of life for eternity! When times are getting tough or discouraging, and death would seem sweeter than life, just remember that for us Christians, we have a beautiful home awaiting us. For those of you who can't say that, you can repent and follow Christ today!

Godbless

Verse of the Week #5 (James 1:4)

It's getting late, but it's wednesday all the same! Time for this week's verse. I've decided to pick one from the book of James. This verse is here to remind us that our bad behavior isn't excusable, we must strive for the perfection of a Jesus-like character. James helps us with a valuable fruit of the spirit: patience. 

"But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing." James 1:4 (NKJV)

This verse is a wonderful motivation to discouraged Christians. Through God's power we can be complete! To understand better the setting of this verse, go ahead and read the entire book of James. It has a lot of practical commands for christians in this life. Ask God to help you live by these rules and he will help you become "perfect and complete, lacking nothing."

Godbless

Verse of the Week #4 (Zephaniah 3:17)

Good morning/afternoon/evening everyone! It is that time again; time for our weekly Bible verse! This week I decided to find a verse from one of the lesser read books of the Bible: Zephaniah. Zephaniah was a prophet in Israel during their perpetual wickedness. He spoke words from God trying to turn his brethren around. This verse is taken from a section where he is describing the (hopeful) future goodness of God.

The Lord your God is in your midst, The Mighty One will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing. Zephaniah 3:17 (NKVJ)

This is a wonderful description of God's caring hand and his calming love. Remember his word during the rest of this week and beyond and you will be comforted.

Godbless

Verse of the Week #3 (Luke 6:35)

Today we have a verse from one of Jesus's most famous sermons: the sermon on the mount. Jesus speaks of what we Christians must do.

But love your enemies, do good, and lend, hoping for nothing in return; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High. For He is kind to the unthankful and evil. Luke 6:35 (NKJV)

He is so kind to the unthankful and evil...And we are called to be like our Lord... Keep that in mind through out this week!

Godbless

Verse of the Week #2 (Colossians 1:13)

Home from school. Long day. Bothersome people...Some days you just get tired and annoyed and sick of evil. Thank God for his word that just helps me in every way. 

This is one of those verses that have just helped me this work.

He has delivered us from the power of darkness and conveyed us into the kingdom of the Son of His love. Colossians 1:13 (NKJV)

What a wonderful reminder from Paul for those who are in Christ!

Godbless!

Verse of the Week #1 (1 Peter 3:11)

Here it is nearing the end of a winter wednesday. I always end up wanting to stay up late and then I end up wanting to get up late. Oh well, here is a great way to wrap up the day. The verse of the week from 1 Peter 3:11

Let him turn away from evil and do good; Let him seek peace and pursue it. 1 Peter 3:11 (NKJV)

So simple, yet so difficult. Hope this helps someone. 

Godbless!