Bible Verse for Today

For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.

— Philippians 1:21 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

The ultimate question in each of our lives is simply this: do we have something to live for that is also worth dying for? Paul's answer is "Yes!" Christ is the answer, the reason, and the hope. Now if we can get our wills and our hearts to line up with our commitments, we can make that same statement, too!My Prayer...

O Lord, please forgive me for the things I have...

 

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

— 1 Peter 5:6-7 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

You've probably had a similar experience to this one. Someone asks you how you're doing. At first, they seem interested, but as you begin to share the burdens of your heart, you begin to realize that they aren't really listening and aren't really interested; they're just being...

 

My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity.

— Proverbs 3:1-2 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Those who are older are not as respected in Western cultures today as they once were and as they are in other cultures. The Bible repeatedly reminds us of our NEED to honor those who are godly and who have gone before us. Whether the father behind this passage is the physical father of...

 

I know that through your prayers and the help given by the Spirit of Jesus Christ, what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance.

— Philippians 1:19 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Paul is possibly facing death. Yet he knows that his life, his future, is securely in the Lord's hands. The Holy Spirit will help empower him to be what he needs to be in the face of persecution and hardship. The Spirit will also work for his deliverance; either he will be delivered...

 

The way of the LORD is a refuge for the righteous, but it is the ruin of those who do evil.

— Proverbs 10:29 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

What is your source of security, hope, and protection? The way of the Lord is a refuge, a strength, a place of security! Let's make sure we live our lives there, knowing that God's commands and demands for righteousness are for our protection as well as his glory.My Prayer...

Please, dear LORD, help me more perfectly find your...

 

So after they [the church at Antioch] had fasted and prayed, they placed their hands on them [barnabas and Saul] and sent them off.

— Acts 13:3 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

While fasting is not widely practiced in many churches today, it is clearly something that was a part of the early church experience. Whether sponsored by our congregations or not, let's make sure that we prepare for major events with a time of prayer and fasting, asking for God's leading, power, and...

 

While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, "Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them."

— Acts 13:2 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

When people genuinely worship, when they fast and seek God's will, he calls them to service and mission. Christian worship is not an end in itself, but a launching pad to Christian mission. We shouldn't get so caught up in the worship experience that we leave it at the door when we...

 

"You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden."

— Matthew 5:14 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Darkness dominates our world. Despite appearances, darkness controls much of what is said and how it is viewed by the world. When people live for Christ, they will be noticed. Their allegiance to Jesus and his righteousness cannot be ignored. So what are we going to do with that light? Are others going to see and be drawn to our Father in Heaven who sent his...

 

"You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men."

— Matthew 5:13 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Jesus wanted us to never give up our moral distinctiveness, our redemptive influence, or our loving impact on those around us. The purpose of our presence in the world is to be an influence in our culture against further decay and to season the...

 

"But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you."

— Luke 6:27 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Jesus was the perfect example of this command in his life and death. Love has such redemptive, life-changing power. While not everyone responds, many do. While being kind in our deeds and loving in our hearts to our enemies is not easy, God's Spirit can fill us with Jesus' love and help us live powerful lives of grace even in the presence of those who...