Pastor’s Word of the Day

“For we are the sweet fragrance of Christ [which ascends] to God, [discernible both] among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing,” 2 Corinthians 2:15 AMP

“I pray that the sharing of your faith may become effective and powerful because of your accurate knowledge of every good thing which is ours in Christ.” Philemon 1:6 AMP

“But if anyone suffers [ill-treatment] as a Christian [because of his belief], he is not to be ashamed, but is to glorify God [because he is considered worthy to suffer] in this name.” 1 Peter 4:16 AMP

“Let this be recorded for the generation to come, That a people yet to be created will praise the LORD.” Psalms 102:18 AMP

“First of all, then ,I urge that petitions (specific request), prayers, intercessions 9prayers for others) and thanksgivings be offered on behalf of all people, for kings and all who are in [positions of] high authority, so that we may live a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. This [kind of praying] is good and acceptable and pleasing in the sight of God our Savior,” 1 Timothy 2:1-3 AMP

“My eyes will be on the faithful (honorable) of the land, that they may dwell with me; He who walks blamelessly is the one who will minister to and serve me.  He who practices deceit will not dwell in my house; He who tells lies and half-truths will not continue [to remain] in my presence.”  Psalms 101:6-7 AMP

“Until I come, devote yourself to public reading [of Scripture], to preaching and to teaching [the sound doctrine of God’s word].” 1 Timothy 4:13 AMP

“Through [skillful and godly] wisdom a house [a life, a home, a family] is built, And by understanding it is established [on a sound and good foundation], And by knowledge its rooms are filled With all precious and pleasant riches.” Proverbs 24:3-4 AMP

“Blessed [joy, nourished by God’s goodness] are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness [those who actively seek right standing with God], for they will be [completely] satisfied.” Matthew 5:6 AMP

“Listen to Me, you who know righteousness (right standing with God), The people in whose heart is My law and instruction; Do not fear the reproach and taunting of man, Nor be distressed at their reviling. For the moth will eat them like a garment, And the worm will eat them like wool. But My righteousness and justice [faithfully promised] will exist forever, And My salvation to all generations.” Isaiah 51:7-8 AMP

“There’s is a season (a time appointed) for everything and a time for every delight and event or purpose under heaven-“ Ecclesiastes 3:1 AMP

“Do not be wise in your own eyes; Fear the LORD [with reverent awe and obedience] and turn [entirely] away from evil. It will be health to your body [your marrow, your nerves, your sinews, your muscles-all your inner parts] And refreshment (physical well-being) to your bones,” Proverbs 3:7-8  AMP

“Now may God and Father Himself, and Jesus our Lord guide our steps to you [by removing the obstacles that stand in our way] And may the Lord cause you to increase and excel and overflow in love for one another, and for all people, just as we also do for you.” 1 Thessalonians 3:11-12 AMP

“Beloved, I am now writing you this second letter. In this [as in the first one], I am stirring up your untainted mind to remind you, that you should remember the words spoken in the past[about the future] by the holy prophets and the commandment of the Lord and Savior given by your apostles [His personally chosen representatives].” 2 Peter 3:1-2 AMP

“He who overcomes [the world through believing that Jesus is the Son of God] will accordingly be dressed in white clothing; and I will never blot out his name from the Book of Life, and I will confess and openly acknowledge his name before My Father and before His angels [saying that he is one of Mine].” Revelation 3:5 AMP

“With this in view, we constantly pray for you, that our God will count you worthy of your calling [to faith] and with [His] power fulfill every desire for goodness, and complete [your] every work of faith, so that the name of our Lord Jesus will be glorified in you [by what you do], and you in Him, according to the [precious] grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.”  2 Thessalonians 1:11-12 AMP

“Whatever you do [whatever your task may be], work from the soul [that is, put in your very best effort], as [something done] for the Lord and not for men,” Colossians 3:23 AMP

“Because he set his love on Me, therefore I will save him; I will set him [securely] on high, because he knows My name [he confidently trusts and relies on Me, knowing I will never abandon him, no, never].” Psalms 91:14 AMP

“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you, Come near to God and he will come near to you, Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your heart, you double-minded.” James 4:7-8 NIV

“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” Matthew 6:14 NIV

“But I tell you the truth, it is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper (Comforter, Advocate, Intercessor-Counselor, Strengthener, Standby) will not come to you; but if I go, I will send Him (the Holy Spirit) to you [to be in close fellowship with you].” John 16:7 AMP