Bible Verse for Today

But the Israelites said to the LORD, "We have sinned. Do with us whatever you think best, but please rescue us now."
— Judges 10:15 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...When God's people realized the depth of their sin and the impending punishment by God, they repented and asked for his help. Unfortunately we often hide, avoid, or skirt the issue of our own sin. We don't like to admit our sin, much less confess it and turn from it. "It's not that bad! I know a lot folks who do a lot worse...

 

To the LORD your God belong the heavens, even the highest heavens, the earth and everything in it.
— Deuteronomy 10:14 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...It's all his. The multifaceted and creative side of God's nature is revealed in the astounding beauty that he has made. Let's use this gift wisely. Let's remember that it is not our world, but God's world. All the people in this world are precious to him. Let's help them know just how precious they are!

My Prayer...Lord God...

 

No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.
— 1 Corinthians 10:13 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...In the face of temptation, God has promised us two things: (1) a way out, and (2) the power to stand up under trial. Can we truly believe this? Yes, of course, because Jesus demonstrated this power...

 

Sow for yourselves righteousness, reap the fruit of unfailing love, and break up your unplowed ground; for it is time to seek the LORD, until he comes and showers righteousness on you.
— Hosea 10:12 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...What a beautiful challenge! Even more beautiful is the promise that God will help us break up the unplowed ground in our hearts as we seek him. He will pour out his blessings and his righteousness on us as we pursue his righteousness.

My Prayer...O...

 

I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
— John 10:11 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...Isn't it absolutely unbelievable that the Supreme God of the universe would love us so generously! Yet he has shown his love for us in the past through Jesus. He will dramatically show his love for us again when Jesus returns -- not to give his life for us, but to share his life with us! Come, sweet Shepherd, come!

My Prayer...Dear Heavenly Father, thank you...

 

But the LORD is the true God; he is the living God, the eternal King...
— Jeremiah 10:10 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...There is only one true God. All others are false, mere pretenders to the throne of the Righteous One. Yet like the Athenians in Acts 17, our world continues to place idol after idol in the place that should be reserved for God alone. But, we can be different! We can live as radiant examples of the God of justice, righteousness, mercy, and grace. We can reflect...

 

"Praise be to the LORD your God, who has delighted in you and placed you on the throne of Israel. Because of the Lord's eternal love for Israel, he has made you king, to maintain justice and righteousness."
— 1 Kings 10:9 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...Solomon was reminded by the words of a foreigner that he is where he is by grace and he has been put there to live out the will and to display the character of God in all that he does. So are we! So let's live with the redemptive...

 

The wise in heart accept commands, but a chattering fool comes to ruin.
— Proverbs 10:8 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...It's easy to give our opinion. It's kinda fun to "put in our two cents worth." It's easy to "talk the talk." Unfortunately, however, our talk can often be a way to keep us insulated from the obedience God desires. No matter our age or experience, if we are wise, we will accept the righteous commands of God!

My Prayer...O Lord God, who searches hearts and minds...

 

Who should not revere you, O King of the nations? This is your due. Among all the wise men of the nations and in all their kingdoms, there is no one like you.
— Jeremiah 10:7 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...Presidents, kings, and rulers have a host of "wise" and diplomatic counselors. Many also surround themselves with people of power and wealth. There is, however, only One King of the Nations! There is only One who will truly and ultimately rule over all peoples of the earth. He is...

 

Blessings crown the head of the righteous, but violence overwhelms the mouth of the wicked.
— Proverbs 10:6 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...Jesus told Peter, "Those who live by the sword will die by the sword." Violence begets violence and rarely does a violent person not have to taste the bitter repayment of violence. God's Wise Man is saying essentially the same thing in this verse, but with one key addition. Blessings come to the person who is righteous. We reap what we sow...