KINGDOM ASSURANCE: Proverbs 18: 1-12
Speaking carelessly can produce the feeling of defeat, not victory.
Speaking carelessly can produce the feeling of defeat, not victory.
Peace (shâlôm) means to be happy, healthy, rested, and secure in God our Father.
If anger grows in our hearts, unchecked, it turns to bitterness and being hateful. When that happens, the anger is now controlling us.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Lamentations 1-5.
He is coming most humbly before Almighty God to seek mercy for Israel and himself.
Our kind and caring principles develop roots at home before being extended to the world.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Jeremiah 49-52.
We may not say a word but God’s peace is our testimony to those we meet – telling them that we trust God.
What you give your attention to, you give, not only life to, but power also, good or bad.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Jeremiah 43-48.
The Holy Spirit remains in us strengthening and guiding us each day…God keeps His promises!
The manna provided by God for the Israelites in the wilderness was a reminder of their great need of Him.
In my reflections, I realized that the rules that dictate my bird table also apply to sharing the Word of God.
As children of God we need to be watchful that the heavenly flow through our heart is not blocked by the filthy detritus of this world.
When the child of God binds his faith and position, it is a strong cord indeed.
There was the miraculous hand of God on his body and in his heart.
God saw and approved of Daniel’s faithfulness to Him, giving Daniel favor before men.
The grace of Daniel is seen in that he requested rather than demanded of the king’s eunuch; a worthy lesson for us today.
God is no man’s debtor – He always rewards our generosity.
God really does know the full contents of our hearts.
You, too, are anointed by the Spirit of the Lord. You, too, are called to proclaim good news, bring healing, and release those in bondage.
As children of God, we only need to know that our Father knows when and who to share the gospel with.
Robins remind me of my Lord due to the legend attached to how they attained their red breast.
He had left her alone because she had two large bodyguards as an escort, one on each shoulder.
Jeremiah believed God and did what he was told.
As children of God, it would be wise to choose riches that last for eternity.
When we plan our life, it is on a small canvas, but our Heavenly Father has the whole panoramic picture stretched out before Him.
Jairus approaches Jesus with a heart full of fear and hope.
The main purpose of God’s actions was to bring His children back to Him in repentance.
According to the Bible, happiness is found in fearing (revering) the Lord.
We are called to to examine ourselves each day, to see if there is evidence of Christ our Lord in our life.
I am always amazed at what Almighty God can do with the least likely people.
It is indeed encouraging to “know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God.
It is a humbling experience to see how God uses our trials to minister to the hearts of those who need encouragement.
To read the 23rd Psalm slowly, chapter by chapter, with a shepherd guiding the way, is a real blessing indeed.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Jeremiah 37-42.
Jeremiah knew that regardless of circumstances, God’s compassion would be seen eventually in His perfect timing.
Jeremiah is seeking a divine restoration by the hands of a great doctor – the Great Physician.
In His Word, they will remain healthy and fruitful, even in time of spiritual drought in their nation.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Jeremiah 31-36.
It is often necessary to simplify things by going back to the beginning.
The door won’t stay open forever!
Jesus warns us of the danger of empty words and religious pretenses.
In nature, a percentage of seeds can fail, but God’s Word never fails– it always achieves what He sent it out for.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Jeremiah 25-30.
God watches and seeks His children, no matter how far away they are.
I don’t know about you, but to me being completely with God, safe and at peace in Him sounds excellent.
Jesus steps forward, and gently holds Malchus’ head in His hands.
We see our Lord Jesus calling for the same belief as Jehoshaphat called for – belief minus fear!
Anything that is “above” our devotion and love for God is an idol.
Our spiritual growth requires us to be deeply rooted in the Word of God.
The Word of God does not change and always gives the right view.
Embracing pride will slow down our growth process and even hinder our life of peace.
Men today despise the Word of God, only wanting to hear pleasant things rather than God’s Word of Truth.
Our journeys through life are to be moving forward and upward in the things of God.
David seeks God’s compassion and cleansing, even though he has sinned against Him.
A house built on the rock, who is Jesus, can withstand any storm because its foundation is solid.
The child of God receives from the riches of Heaven by the hand of God Almighty.
Keep looking to Jesus and let Him revive, refresh, and restore.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Jeremiah 19-24.
His blood shed on Calvary’s Cross covers the repentant sinner in forgiveness, adopting them into God’s family.
Don’t let the enemy steal what is rightfully yours, your inheritance.
The world will always threaten and attack us, but our spiritual security is always active.
We are called to bring healing with our words.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Jeremiah 13-18.
As our Father, He loves to hear our praises.
God will bless your business as you hold integrity and honesty in high regard.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Jeremiah 7-12.
The child of God finds strength and courage, knowing Him who they wait for.
May we honor You in all we say and do, leading the way for others to come and to know You.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Jeremiah 1-6.
Our words should be reliable, reflecting the trustworthiness of our Father in heaven.
Many people choose any way rather than God’s Way.
Wisdom’s house is large, well-appointed, and unshakable.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Isaiah 61-66.
The two things that are for certain in this world and control our lives are time and tide.
Wisdom is looking to gain access to our lives.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Isaiah 55-60.
Peter encourages us to put on a new garment; one of truth and love – the Word of God.
Sometimes He will bless us through a timely provision in life, be it an incident or through another person.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Isaiah 49-54.
God is the Master of the large and the small.
We protect our eyes so we can keep our vision clear.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Isaiah 43-48.
He will save us and be our refuge in whatever storm we are in the midst of.
God enables us to obey His commands and teachings, as we learn to yield.
The practice of mercy is infectious; it receives mercy in return from those who are blessed by mercy at first.
God delights when we use wisdom and learn to purge, remove, and separate ourselves from foolish behavior.
There is nothing quite like the promise of a friend or loved one to stand with you in difficult times.
When I see someone in distress, I am reminded of my dependence upon the Eternal One.
Do we throw unholy tantrums when things are not going our way?
Choosing of the least expected and the youngest by God is a constant theme in the Bible.
We realize the high calling of walking with Him leads us up mountains we never expected to climb.
It certainly takes a resilient faith to hold firmly to the blessings found in scripture for those persecuted for their love of Christ.
There is something repulsive about the gospel to those who oppose it.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Isaiah 37-42.
We can see proof of God by His provision and grace in our lives, or in the lives of others.
Jesus speaks to those who seek spiritual sustenance in this verse.
In modern society being meek, gentle, or humble are not admired attributes – indeed they are often mocked.
Today’s Bible Study with Andrew F Carter starts in Isaiah 31-36.