Bible Verse for Today

Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and shun evil.

— Proverbs 3:7 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Let's keep this simple. First, we need to admit that with the complexities and perplexities of life that even the smartest of us is not all that brilliant. Second, the LORD our God is awesome in holiness, majesty, power, wisdom, and grace; he is far beyond us and all we can truly grasp of him is the smallest of glimpses of glory. Finally, let's stay away from...

 

Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.

— Psalm 139:23-24 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Most of us don't like being scrutinized and tested. But God knows us through and through. He has been with us from our conception and will work with us through the grave and beyond. So let's invite him into our interior world to search us, test us, and even scrutinize our...

 

If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.

— James 1:5 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

So often we act out of ignorance and face grave consequences for our actions. God longs to grant us spiritual wisdom that not only helps us make wise choices, but also gives us the ability to act and react with grace and wisdom. Before we face each day, before we face challenging situations, before we make...

 

They all joined together constantly in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brothers.

— Acts 1:14 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Jesus' resurrection changed everything! The women who were so faithful to him through the crucifixion and resurrection are there, obediently praying in expectation. As we might expect, Jesus' mother is there praying as well. But look carefully and you will see Jesus' brothers, once doubting and ridiculing him...

 

Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers over all wrongs.

— Proverbs 10:12 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Our worst tendencies want to repay evil with evil, spite for spite, pettiness with pettiness, and hatred with hatred. God has always wanted his people to be the redemptive influence in their world, society, and relationships. Paul reminded the Christians in Rome to "not repay evil with evil" (Rom. 12:17). Here, God's wise man teaches us a similar truth. Love removes...

 

But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, ....

— 1 Peter 3:15 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

How do we effectively share our faith, especially in situations hostile to faith? First, we consciously submit our hearts to Christ as Lord. Second, we prepare a presentation of faith that focuses on the hope we have in Jesus...

 

To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

— Philippians 4:20 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

What will we share in eternity with God? His glory! What led Israel through the wilderness and shown upon the face of Moses? God's glory. What is too wonderful and marvelous for us as humans to behold? His glory. So what should we do when we are seeking to honor God? Give him the glory that is due him. Praise him in glorious songs. Bring honor to Yahweh's holy name by...

 

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things.

— Philippians 4:8 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Let's get our minds out of the gutter and our hearts set on God's glory.My Prayer...

Righteous and Holy God, you are marvelous and glorious, perfect in every way and beyond my comprehension. Please awaken the character...

 

Will you not revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you?

— Psalm 85:6 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

God loves his children even when they are rebellious. However, God showed Israel that their rebellion would drive his presence and blessing from them. But with their genuine repentance and their confession of sin, God joyously returned to their lives to bring revival, renewal, and restoration.My Prayer...

Father and Almighty LORD, please forgive me for my...

 

The LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.

— Psalm 121:8 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Does it matter to anyone that I'm here? Does anyone notice when I'm gone? Does anybody care if I make it home or never leave the house? The answers: "Yes! Yes!! Yes!!!" The LORD, the Savior of Israel and the Father of Jesus knows all about us and our comings and goings. He will watch over us, now and forevermore.My Prayer...

Father, thank you that...