God is faithful, through whom you were called into fellowship with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 Corinthians 1:9 (NAS) The call of God to salvation is the most significant moment in anyone’s life. The call is powerful and compelling but never forced; it requires trust and faith. The invitation can be rejected, but for… Read more

Then the King will say to those on His right, “Come, you who are blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.”   Matthew 25:34 (NAS) When Jesus comes in His glory and is seated on His throne surrounded by His angels (Matthew 25:31), He extends a joyous invitation… Read more

And He said to them, “Come away by yourselves to a lonely place and rest awhile.” (For there were many people coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat.)  Mark 6:31 (NAS) Jesus’ invitation to come away with Him to a secluded spot is an important one. The disciples, worn out from… Read more

Jesus said to them, “Come and have breakfast.” None of the disciples ventured to question Him, “Who are You?”, knowing that it was the Lord.  John 21:12 (NAS) What an invitation! Jesus’ call to come and eat breakfast is not about food, but friendship. It’s an invitation to sit together side by side in fellowship, implying… Read more

“If any man is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink. He who believes in Me, as the Scripture said, ‘From his innermost being shall flow rivers of living water.’” By this He spoke of the Spirit, whom those who have believed in Him were to receive, for the Spirit was not yet given,… Read more

Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 (NAS) We usually enjoy receiving an invitation; it implies some level of friendship and favor. It reminds us that we are valued and promises us something good to look forward to. Jesus extends several timeless invitations to His followers,… Read more

And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect.  Romans 12:2 (NAS) Studies in neuroscience confirm that our thoughts shape us more than our circumstances do. In fact, if… Read more

A tranquil heart gives life to the flesh, but envy makes the bones rot.  Proverbs 14:30 (ESV) Envy can be difficult to recognize in ourselves. We may not think it’s a problem, but it affects our actions and decisions more than we realize. Most of us continually compare ourselves to others, and comparison breeds envy.… Read more

I have hidden Your Word in my heart, that I might not sin against You. Psalm 119:11 (NAS) Everyone carries a cell phone with them, and many Bible apps are free to download, so you can have God’s Word with you wherever you go. But do you always know exactly where to find the perfect passage… Read more

My soul, wait in silence for God only, For my hope is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation, my stronghold; I shall not be shaken. Psalm 62:5-6 (NAS) Most of us would say that we absolutely trust in the Lord. On closer introspection though, we might find that we trust a lot… Read more