Psalms 104:13 He watereth the hills from his chambers: the earth is satisfied with the fruit of thy works. Water is Important to God Water is very important in God’s universe.  It was involved in the creation.  It was involved with judgment on the earth.  It is a part of all life.  Water is one…

2 Timothy 2:20-22 But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honour, and some to dishonour. If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master’s use,…

Proverbs 25:9-10 Debate thy cause with thy neighbour himself; and discover not a secret to another: Lest he that heareth it put thee to shame, and thine infamy turn not away. Not Airing Your Problems Going to someone to try and resolve a problem is not something many people do.  We need to try to…

Jeremiah 10:23-24 O Lord, I know that the way of man is not in himself: it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps. O Lord, correct me, but with judgment; not in thine anger, lest thou bring me to nothing. Not in Man to Walk Right It is not in us to…

1 Timothy 4:13 Till I come, give attendance to reading, to exhortation, to doctrine. The Three Legs of the Stool We are to be busy about our master’s business as Christians.  Three things that we are to give ourselves to are listed in this verse.  They are reading, exhortation and doctrine.  There are three legs…

Psalms 20:1 To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. The Lord hear thee in the day of trouble; the name of the God of Jacob defend thee; A Name Above Every Name The Lord has an open ear to you.  He is always ready to defend His people, even when they don’t necessarily deserve…

1 Timothy 3:15 But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou oughtest to behave thyself in the house of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth. Do You Know How to Behave in Church Do you know how to behave in church?  You…

They that borrow the fashions of the Egyptians may get their boils and their blotches.  Certainly such as fear the Lord should go in no apparel but first, such as they are willing to die in; secondly, to appear before the Ancient of Days; thirdly, to stand before the judgement seat in. – Thomas Brooks…

Psalms 13:2 How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart daily? how long shall mine enemy be exalted over me? Consider Your Soul It is important that we consider our soul.  Taking counsel in your own soul daily is a good thing.  We need to check up on our…

1 Thessalonians 5:15 See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men. Getting Even Getting even is a normal, fleshly reaction.  The flesh wants to get even, at least for the bad things that happen to us.  We want to…

Proverbs 19:8 He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth understanding shall find good. Getting Wisdom When you work to get wisdom from the word of God, you show that you love your soul.  Many people will work to improve the condition of their flesh, but few will spend the time to…

Proverbs 18:14 The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear? A Good Spirit in Time of Need We need a good spirit, especially in a time of need.  It is very important that we maintain our sanctification as a Christian.  Having a good spirit will help you…

Proverbs 17:27 He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. Choosing Your Words Wisely Choosing your words wisely is important.  To explain something succinctly and with few words, and yet explain it completely takes wisdom.  It is often easy to babble on about something and get…

Proverbs 16:8 Better is a little with righteousness than great revenues without right. Not Being Rich Not being rich can be a blessing.  It is best to have just a little and have a righteous life.  We look at not having enough money, at times, as a curse.  In reality, having a simple job, that…