This Little Light Of Mine
The true light, which gives light to everyone, was coming into the world. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. John 1:9,5
Tag Archives: Bible
Eat More!
Jesus answered by quoting Deuteronomy: “It takes more than bread to stay alive. It takes a steady stream of words from God’s mouth.” Matthew 4:4 MSG It’s New Year’s day, the time of year to make some changes to improve ourselves. After some prayer and consideration I decided I’m going to eat more! Every year … Continue reading Eat More!
Shaken
And this word, Yet once more, signifies the removing of those things that are shaken, as of things that have been made, that those things which are not shaken may remain. Hebrews 12:27 ASV Today I am writing to you on the 3rd Birthday of Better Off Read Ministries. I had intended to celebrate by … Continue reading Shaken
One Step Ahead Of You
The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” Deuteronomy 31:8 After twenty-seven-and-a-half years of marriage, my husband knows just what to say. When asked the most consequential question that wives have been asking their unsuspecting husbands … Continue reading One Step Ahead Of You
Do You See What I See?
Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:10-11 NKJV Do You Hear What I Hear … Continue reading Do You See What I See?
Just Sayin’
So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. NKJV I have lived long enough to know there is a reason why Christian leaders encourage you to do your devotions in the morning. However, because of circumstances, for the past few weeks I have been doing them before I go to bed at night. Do I … Continue reading Just Sayin’
Unfailingly Unchanging
For Jesus doesn’t change—yesterday, today, tomorrow, he’s always totally himself. Hebrews 13:8 MSG Our youngest daughter is very unique. While many kids try to hide their disobedience or lie about what they have done wrong, she comes to us and asks to be punished. Just about nine times out of ten, no punishment is necessary … Continue reading Unfailingly Unchanging
The Boomerang
“Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?” Luke 6:41 Lately, I have really been feeling my age. When I run into “kids” that are now in their twenties or thirties and I knew them back when they were … Continue reading The Boomerang
The Word Became Flesh
The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. -John 1:14,NIV. When my daughter, Katie, was about 4 years old, she approached my husband with a quarter in her hand and asked, “Daddy, whose picture is on this money—is it Jesus?” With a chuckle, my husband replied, “No honey. That is George Washington.” Satisfied … Continue reading The Word Became Flesh
Welcome to Better Off Read!
We are so glad you’re here! This Website is A PLACE . . . TO BE ENCOURAGED by relevant, entertaining posts about God’s miraculous presence in daily life. TO COME TO KNOW GOD in deeper ways through his written Word. TO BE NOURISHED AND CHALLENGED by daily study of the Bible. WHERE ANYONE, ANYTIME, ANYPLACE is … Continue reading Welcome to Better Off Read!