The Privilege of Prayer
The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his ears are attentive to their cry.—Psalm 34:15 (NIV)
Jesus
The Sweet Aroma of Christ
For we are the aroma of Christ to God among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing.—2 Corinthians 2:15 (ESV)
Questions and Answers
“You unbelieving and perverse generation,” Jesus replied, “how long shall I stay with you and put up with you? Bring your son here.”—Luke 9:41 (NIV)
Nothing to Fear
The next time you are worried about something, remember that Jesus’ perfect love can cast out your fear. The same God that created the vastness of the universe lives inside you. Focus on His wondrous and mysterious presence as the center and foundation of your being.
God’s Hidden Treasures
He said to me, “You are my servant, Israel, in whom I will display my splendor.”—Isaiah 49:3 (NIV)
Your Most Precious Friendship
You are my friends if you do what I command.—John 15:14 (NIV)
The One Who Serves
But you are not to be like that. Instead, the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who rules like the one who serves.—Luke 22:26 (NIV)
Untangle the Puzzling Passages
The Holy Spirit can help you decipher the deepest mysteries of Jesus’ teaching. When you are perplexed by the meaning of Scripture, humbly look to Jesus and His Spirit, and ask for help in comprehending difficult passages. Trust that you are receiving the message you
need to hear.
Reach Out to Jesus
But when they saw him walking on the lake, they thought he was a ghost. They cried out, because they all saw him and were terrified.—Mark 6:49–50 (NIV)
Grow a Forgiving Heart
You, Lord, are forgiving and good, abounding in love to all who call to you.—Psalm 86:5 (NIV)
Respond Selflessly
I called to the Lord, who is worthy of praise, and I have been saved from my enemies.—Psalm 18:3 (NIV)
Live a Victorious Life
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here.—2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV)
