Bible Verse for Today

There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.

—Romans 8:1-2 (KJV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...​

The law of Spirit and life is built on the work of our great liberator, Jesus the Messiah! We are set free from the law of sin and death. Death has no mastery over us because of Jesus' resurrection. Sin has...

 

Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the Lord our God shall call.

—Acts 2:38 (KJV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...​

Peter makes a promise for everyone everywhere who turns their hearts to God and submits themselves to him in baptism, fully trusting...

 

Trust in the LORD, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed.

—Psalm 37:3 (KJV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...​

Having a place to live amid life's uncertainties and having assurance of God's protection and care are based on two essential principles:

1. Trusting in the LORD.
2. Doing good to others.

When we live by these two commitments, we learn to depend upon God in fresh new ways that bring us refreshment, hope, and joy. As we do, we...

 

Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity. For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb.

—Psalm 37:1-2 (KJV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...​

Aren't frustration and envy sometimes our reaction to those who are evil and yet seem to prosper? We're reminded in this psalm not to let the apparent and short-lived successes of evil people derail our faith or dampen our spirits. Their victories are...

 

Cause me to hear thy lovingkindness in the morning; for in thee do I trust: cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto thee.

—Psalm 143:8 (KJV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...​

A time of loneliness and doubt slips into almost every believer's heart at some point in their earthly journey. Our prayers seem to bounce off the ceiling and fall into lifeless detritus lying at our feet. God feels distant, hiding, asleep — or at least unsympathetic to our...

 

Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.

—1 John 4:4 (KJV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...​

The world can often be a hostile place for believers. God wants us, his spiritual children, to know they are never alone. God lives in us through his Spirit. We can be assured, therefore, that no matter what spirit someone else may have, the Holy Spirit of God is greater, more powerful, and more glorious. The...

 

For I the LORD thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.

—Isaiah 41:13 (KJV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...​

Life crashes in, and we wish we could be children again. Then, maybe, we would have someone to take care of us and protect us from our uncertainties and fears — let us hold their hand and lead us through the mess. Into our confused and chaotic world, God's faithfulness comes to us as a promise. Like a loving parent with a frightened...

 

Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. Behold, all they that were incensed against thee shall be ashamed and confounded: they shall be as nothing; and they that strive with thee shall perish.

—Isaiah 41:10-11 (KJV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...​

Not only does God's blessing rest on us, but his presence also goes with us. We can never be...

 

The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.

—Numbers 6:24-26 (KJV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...​

How would you like to place the mighty name of the LORD on people you love?

God promised that this priestly blessing enabled his name — his power and authority — to be placed on his people. What an incredible gift! We can bless and empower others with these...

 

The LORD will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O LORD, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands.

—Psalm 138:8 (KJV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...​

Notice the powerful beauty of this verse from the psalm.

First is conviction: "The LORD will fulfill his purpose for me." (See also Philippians 1:6.)

Second is declaration: "your steadfast love, O LORD, endures forever." (See also 1 Corinthians 13:8).

Finally is supplication: O...