Tag: NLT

March 12 @ I Corinthians 5-6

I Corinthians 5-6 (NLT)  Discover His heart: Out of love, He disciplines His children The other day I saw a mother duck with four little ducklings preparing to cross the road.  I think the word adorable comes closest to describing the scene.  She gathered them in, and as if giving instructions, she nodded and quacked.  I am almost sure that…

February 15 @ Psalms 18-20

Psalms 18-20 (NLT)  Discover His Heart: He blesses our right living and provides the keys to His blessing Each year I spend 52 days with David in Psalms.  After 28 years of doing this, I feel like I know him fairly well. The Biblical record of David, the mighty warrior, is impressive; but make no mistake, David was a shepherd at…

February 12 @ Romans 13-14

Romans 13-14 (NLT) Discover His heart: His gift of love compels us to share it with others Several years ago I saw a touching movie about a young boy who started a campaign to encourage everyone to pay forward the kindnesses that others had shown them.  He alleged that in doing so, the world would be a better place and…

February 11 @ Matthew 14-16

Matthew 14-16 (NLT)  Discover His heart: He responds to a courageous heart of faith I’ve had some great friends in my life.  In fact, I had a friend that came and cleaned my kitchen floor for 14 years.  No matter what was dropped or spilled while cooking or eating, the mess was cleaned up by this faithful friend for all…