Matthew 13:11, "He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given." The Greek word translated

When we get together, I want to encourage you in your faith, but I also want to be encouraged by yours. (NLT) -Romans 1:12 Each one of us walk different roads in our faith with God. While it takes a lot

Matthew 12:43, "When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none." Most often, verses 43-45 are used to teach about demon possession

I have not stopped thanking God for you. I pray for you constantly… (NLT) -Ephesians 1:16 What kinds of things do you pray for when you pray to Jesus? Do you ask for Him to give you good health, financial

An honest answer is like a kiss of friendship. (NLT) -Proverbs 24:26 Friends can be very dear to us, so much that we don't want to hurt their feelings. Often we will bend or stretch the truth in order

How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? (Romans 10:14). In the Old Testament,

"So don't be afraid, little flock. For it gives your Father great happiness to give you the Kingdom." (NLT) -Luke 12:32 Why do we worry? Where does our worry come from? Is it placed in a mistrust

Finally, he said to his gardener, 'I've waited three years, and there hasn't been a single fig! Cut it down. It's just taking up space in the garden. (NLT) -Luke 13:7 This verse portrays our lives like

For he loves us with unfailing love; the LORD's faithfulness endures forever. Praise the LORD! (NLT) -Psalm 117:2 Do you secretly think God hates you? Do you see God as someone who is just waiting for

My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. (NLT)

…I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing (Genesis 12:2). Often, when we hear the word “Bless,” not many understand what it means. To bless means to cause to prosper, to

The poor will eat and be satisfied. All who seek the LORD will praise him. Their hearts will rejoice with everlasting joy. (NLT) -Psalm 22:26 Are you happy? How long does your happiness last? We can eat

I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well (Psalm 139:14). Do you know you’re so uniquely blessed? You’re God’s best, and

The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety. (NLT) -Psalm 18:2 A rock provides firm footing

To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory (Colossians 1:27). The Spirit, through the Apostle Paul, reveals

Then David confessed to Nathan, "I have sinned against the Lord." Nathan replied, "Yes, but the Lord has forgiven you, and you won't die for this sin. Nevertheless, because you have shown

But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us (Romans 5:8). The Lord Jesus came to the world with the love message; He loved us, and showed us how to love

But I'll tell you whom to fear. Fear God, who has the power to kill you and then throw you into hell. Yes, he's the one to fear. (NLT) -Luke 12:5 When our fear comes from sources other than God our actions

Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding (Proverbs 4:7). The accurate knowledge of God’s Word is indispensable if you’re going to live a victorious

Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church. (NLT) -Ephesians 4:15 There is a fine balance between extending someone