Tag Archives: Growth

Chapter-a-Day 2 Peter 3

Rather, you must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. 2 Peter 3:18 (NLT) When I was young I had a mentor and teacher who would ask me all the time, “So, what is … Continue reading

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Chapter-a-Day Psalm 6

I am sick at heart.     How long, O Lord, until you restore me? Psalm 6:3 (NLT)  Any one who has road tripped as a child or with a child knows the agony of impatience. My brain can easily recall the whiny, … Continue reading

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Chapter-a-Day Hebrews 5

You have been believers so long now that you ought to be teaching others. Instead, you need someone to teach you again the basic things about God’s word. You are like babies who need milk and cannot eat solid food. For someone … Continue reading

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Chapter-a-Day Mark 4

Jesus said, “How can I describe the Kingdom of God? What story should I use to illustrate it? It is like a mustard seed planted in the ground. It is the smallest of all seeds, but it becomes the largest … Continue reading

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Chapter-a-Day Numbers 13

These are the names of the men Moses sent to scout out the land. Moses gave Hoshea (Salvation) son of Nun a new name—Joshua (God-Saves). Numbers 13:16 (MSG) Oneo of the over-arching themes I’ve discovered in my journey through God’s … Continue reading

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Chapter-a-Day Luke 16

“I want you to be smart in the same way—but for what is right—using every adversity to stimulate you to creative survival, to concentrate your attention on the bare essentials, so you’ll live, really live, and not complacently just get by … Continue reading

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Chapter-a-Day Luke 13

Image by chotda via Flickr Then [Jesus] said, “How can I picture God’s kingdom for you? What kind of story can I use? It’s like a pine nut that a man plants in his front yard. It grows into a huge … Continue reading

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Chapter-a-Day Isaiah 27

"At that same time, a fine vineyard will appear. There's something to sing about! I, God, tend it. I keep it well-watered. I keep careful watch over it so that no one can damage it. I'm not angry. I care. Even if it … Continue reading

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Chapter-a-Day Isaiah 21

A voice calls to me from the Seir mountains in Edom, "Night watchman! How long till daybreak? How long will this night last?" The night watchman calls back, "Morning's coming, But for now it's still night. If you ask me again, I'll give the … Continue reading

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Chapter-a-Day 1 Kings 11

As Solomon grew older, his wives beguiled him with their alien gods and he became unfaithful—he didn't stay true to his God as his father David had done. 1 Kings 11:4 (MSG) I've watched many people as they grow older. I've … Continue reading

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