"My times are in your hand". Because we do not know what a day may bring forth, it is reassuring to read today's verse. Doing God's will now is more ... Read more

"For the Lamb … will be their shepherd". Here is a wonderful turn of phrase. Lambs usually need to be cared for by the shepherd, but in the Kingdom of ... Read more

"a cup of water to drink". A very small thing but it can be a life saver. Really it is not what it costs, but how much it is needed ... Read more

"It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the Lord". Are you chasing around trying to do it all: or frustrated because ... Read more

"my redeemer … shall stand at the latter day upon the earth". Job had a keen spiritual insight. His trouble only served to make this clearer. Divested of all he ... Read more

"Whosoever shall confess me before men". Confession need not be saying anything: it may just be standing up and being counted as a true Christian. Like nailing your colours to ... Read more

"could this happen? ". Be careful you do not despise or question the promises of God like this servant of the King of Israel did long ago. In a time ... Read more

"Then Philip ran". Once you are clear what God wants you to do, some extra speed may be called for to do it. If Philip had not run he might ... Read more

"Return home". In many cases home is the hardest mission field. Everybody knows you at home. So it is there that the change will be noticed. You cannot start your ... Read more

"is well known for her good deeds". This is the quality of a godly widow. Being 'well known' speaks of many people testifying to her good deeds. Paul gives a ... Read more