Today we're looking at this verse in the context of Matthew 17:14-21. In this section, we find Jesus and three of His disciples returning from the Mount of Transfiguration, where they find a crowd gathered around the remaining 9 disciples. It's

Psalm 9:1

Dec 26th, 2022 2m 52s

Today's verse begins Psalm 9 - in which David is praising God in a song which actually follows an acrostic pattern: meaning that the psalm is divided into phrases which begin with consecutive letters of the Hebrew alphabet. Further, this patter

Colossians 3:2

Dec 19th, 2022 3m 24s

In this chapter of Colossians, Paul is giving clear instructions to the Christians of Colossae about living out their faith in Christ. More specifically, verses 1-11 are an encouragement for Christian believers to focus on godly, spiritual thin

James 1:2

Dec 5th, 2022 4m 19s

Today's verse begins the book of James, and unlike other authors, such as Paul, who often open their letters with gradual introductions, James dives right in without warming up or giving comforting introductory words. Instead, we're right into

Philippians 4:13

Nov 28th, 2022 3m 18s

As Christians, we rely not on ourselves, but instead on Christ in order for us to face the greatest joys and deepest lows of life (Philippians 4:11-13). Today's verse, "I can do all things through [Christ] who strengthens me" is often either mi

Hebrews 11:13

Nov 21st, 2022 4m 19s

Each of these people had a faith that "looked forward." "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. For by it the people of old received their commendation."- Hebrews 11:1-2 ESVSome of these people had a

Matthew 6:21

Nov 14th, 2022 3m 33s

You can tell someone's priorities by looking at two things: their checkbooks and calendar. Simply put, where a person spends their money and their time reflects what they truly value. Simply saying the phrase, "this is important to me," is hypo

Psalm 8:3

Nov 7th, 2022 3m 54s

Before we dive in today, let's take a brief moment to just talk about the overall picture of what's going on in Psalm 8. In this chapter, we see David reflecting upon God's majesty which is displayed by His creation. David talks about the heave

Acts 4:12

Oct 31st, 2022 3m 24s

Let's look at some of the original language that was used here so we can better understand what this verse means. The word "salvation" comes from the Greek root word of sōtēria (σωτηρία). As it was used in the original language, it means "deliv

Colossians 3:12

Oct 24th, 2022 4m 59s

Three NamesWe see that in both Colossians 3:5 and 3:8, Paul also listed five ways of life that Christians should avoid. However, in today's verse, Paul offers five ways of life that Christians ought to follow. And further, he prefaces this list

Galatians 5:14

Oct 17th, 2022 4m 4s

Some Context:This section of Galatians, which is Galatians 5:1-15, is focusing on what we, as believers, should do with our freedom in Christ. We're told several things about this, the first being to guard it, especially from those who desire t

Romans 8:26

Oct 10th, 2022 3m 30s

A Brief Introduction:In this passage of Romans (Chapter 8:18-30), is the discussion about the participation of Christians in the midst of everyday suffering that is also experienced by the rest of all creation. It's in this discussion, and in o

Psalm 34:9

Oct 3rd, 2022 4m 32s

Today we're going to be looking at this verse in the context of Psalm 34:9-11:"Oh, fear the LORD, you his saints, for those who fear him have no lack! The young lions suffer want and hunger; but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. Come,

John 1:12

Sep 26th, 2022 2m 35s

Verse of the Day:"But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God."John 1:12 ESVWhile John 3:16 may be the most famous and well known verse in the Bible, as well as the most-memorized piece

John 15:4

Sep 19th, 2022 2m 18s

Today's verse is simple but is something that I think we all need to be reminded of regularly - as the truths told to us here by John are quickly forgotten by many in our day in time. And, it's in this verse that Jesus is emphasizing permanence

Proverbs 3:5

Sep 12th, 2022 2m 38s

Within this verse we are given a warning, “…do not depend on your own understanding.” Our hearts are corrupted and we should not depend on them, as we are with sin each and every day. The heart is a false guide. Not long ago we talked about the

1 Peter 5:6

Sep 5th, 2022 5m 4s

Verse of the Day:"Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so at the proper time he may exalt you."1 Peter 5:6 ESVThe section of 1 Peter 5:1-11 provides specific instructions to elders about how to lead believers willingly, ea

Matthew 6:19

Aug 29th, 2022 4m 22s

Verse of the Day:"Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal,"Matthew 6:19 ESVJesus knows our hearts (Acts 15:8; Luke 6:15). He knows that we're deceitful above all things (

Hebrews 13:5

Aug 22nd, 2022 3m 42s

This chapter in Hebrews lists particular points that we are encouraged to have for proper Christian behavior:Hebrews 13:1 - Brotherly LoveHebrews 13:2 - HospitalityHebrews 13:3 - Support for the abused and imprisonedHebrews 13:4 - Sexual Morali

Hebrews 11:1

Aug 15th, 2022 4m 29s

Verse of the Day:"Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen."Hebrews 11:1 ESVThe first few verses of Hebrews 11 define faith using words that are frequently quoted, but are also frequently misunderstood.

Psalm 46:10

Aug 8th, 2022 3m 56s

Verse of the Day:"Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!"Psalm 46:10 ESVThis verse has provided comfort for multitudes of believers. When reading this verse in context, we see that

1 Corinthians 16:13

Aug 1st, 2022 2m 3s

In wrapping his letter to the church of Corinth, Paul tells them to be watchful (or to stay on their guard) along with the command to stand firm in the faith. This goes beyond just standing firm in the Christian faith, but standing firm in soun

Hebrews 13:8

Jul 25th, 2022 5m 22s

Verse of the Day:"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever."Hebrews 13:8 ESVThe section of Hebrews 13:7-17 follows major themes of practical instructions for Christians, including perseverance, peacefulness, and praise. In this

Romans 12:2

Jul 18th, 2022 3m

Verse of the Day:"Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect." - Romans 12:2 ESVYesterday we talked a lot a

2 Corinthians 1:3

Jul 11th, 2022 3m 49s

Verse Of The Day:"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort..." - 2 Corinthians 1:3 ESVAn IntroductionAs we dive in, you should know that Paul begins many of his letters by first thanki