A “Dead” Heart

“Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.” Psalm 51:12 (NIV)

Cleansed by Grace

“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us and cleans us from all unrighteousness” (1 John 1:9 NKJ).

A Heart More Beautiful

"The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.” Psalm 51:17 (NIV)

Concentrating on Consecration

“Joshua told the people, "Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the LORD will do amazing things among you." Joshua 3:5 (NIV)

The Gift of Peace

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world give. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." (John 14:27, NIV)

Angels on the Lookout

"For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; ..." Psalm 91:11(NIV)

Crossed "I-ed"

“God said to Moses, ‘I am who I am. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: 'I AM has sent me to you.'" Exodus 3:14 (NIV)

The Gift Giver

“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you." Luke 6:38 (NIV)

A Little Peace of Christmas

“Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.” Luke 2:11(NIV)

Helping Siblings Serve Together

“As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net for they were fishermen. ‘Come, follow me,’ Jesus said, ‘and I will make you fishers of men.’” Matthew 4:18-19 (NIV)

If You Choose to Accept This Assignment . . .

‘“I am the Lord’s servant,’ Mary answered. ‘May it be to me as you have said.’ Then the angel left her.” Luke 1:38 (NIV)

The Real Picture of Peace

“Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.” Luke 2:14 (NKJV)

No More Pit Dwelling for Me

Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been published, he went home to his upstairs room where the windows opened toward Jerusalem. Three times a day he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before.” Daniel 6:10 (NIV)

The Christ Child and the King

“Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger." Luke 2:11-12 (NIV)

Holiday Hassles

“My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest.” Isaiah 32:18 (NIV)

Ornament Exchange

“And exchanged the glory of the immortal God for images made to look like mortal man and birds and animals and reptiles.” Romans 1:23 (NIV)

Burning Bright

“You are blessed because you believed that the Lord would do what He said.” Luke 1:45 (NLT)

Christmas Shopping: A Budget Buster

“She sees that her trading is profitable." Proverbs 31:18a (NIV)

You Want Me to Search My Sole?

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” Matthew 5:8 (NIV)

Is My Jesus Enough?