Bible in 365 Days – Day 195
Focus Chapters: Standout Verse(s): Psalms 129:2 NLT From my earliest youth my enemies have persecuted me, but they have never defeated me. Observation (s): Application: During the 2018 FIFA World Cup, I came across the funniest meme ever. A German supporter taunted Brazil about their 7 nil loss. The Brazilian responded by pointing out Germany’s […]
Bible in 365 Days – Day 194
Focus Chapters: Standout Verse(s): Psalms 121:3-4 NLT He will not let you stumble; the one who watches over you will not slumber. Indeed, he who watches over Israel never slumbers or sleeps. Observation (s): Application: Even the best soldiers need sleep. For humans, the longest recorded time without sleep is approximately 264 hours, or just […]
Bible in 365 Days – Day 193
Focus Chapters: Standout Verse(s): Psalms 119:105 NLT Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path. Observation (s): Application: A few months ago, we took a trip to the mountains. Our hike begun at midnight and the entire place was pitch black. Without the light from our lanterns, torches […]
Bible in 365 Days – Day 192
Focus Chapters: Standout Verse(s): Psalms 118:8 NLT It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in people. Observation(s) Application: My sister and I dubbed June-July 2019 as the months when “men are bound to fail”. This is because over the course of these two months, we have experienced multiple cases when […]
Bible in 365 Days – Day 191
Focus Chapters: Standout Verse(s): Psalms 107:2 NLT Has the Lord redeemed you? Then speak out! Tell others he has redeemed you from your enemies. Observation(s): Application: We love to boast about the good things in our lives. Whether it’s a new house, an engagement, a wedding, or a new job or promotion, when good things […]
Bible in 365 Days – Day 190
Focus Chapters: Standout Verse(s): Psalms 105:19 NLT Until the time came to fulfill his dreams, the Lord tested Joseph’s character. Observation (s): Application: Can God trust you to righteously steward your dreams if they are fulfilled? There is a common saying that alludes to “how we behave when we have nothing is how we will […]
Bible in 365 Days – Day 189
Focus Chapters: Standout Verse(s): Psalms 104:5, 8-9 NLT You placed the world on its foundation so it would never be moved. Mountains rose and valleys sank to the levels you decreed. Then you set a firm boundary for the seas, so they would never again cover the earth. Observation (s): Application: God is All-powerful. Why […]
Bible in 365 Days – Day 188
Focus Chapters: Standout Verse(s): Psalms 94:18-19 NLT I cried out, “I am slipping!” but your unfailing love, O Lord , supported me. When doubts filled my mind, your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer. Observation (s): Application: Slip is defined as unintentionally losing one’s footing. The psalmist unintentionally lost his footing as wicked and […]
Bible in 365 Days – Day 187
Focus Chapters: Standout Verse(s): Psalms 71:7 NLT My life is an example to many, because you have been my strength and protection. Observation (s): Application: The world’s perception of things rarely goes beyond the surface. Salt is seen as salty because of its saltiness. Sugar is sweet because of its sweetness. Lemons are sour because […]
Bible in 365 Days – Day 186
Focus Chapters: Standout Verse(s): Psalms 49:16-20 NLT So don’t be dismayed when the wicked grow rich and their homes become ever more splendid. For when they die, they take nothing with them. Their wealth will not follow them into the grave. In this life they consider themselves fortunate and are applauded for their success. But […]