Rev. Richard Smith Philippians 4:6 Words of PaulDo not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Each of us sooner or later must make key decisions in life. These can be personal, professional, relational, or moral. When we find ourselves needing to make …
Rev. Richard P. Smith Psalm 119:1-5, 105 Blessed are those whose ways are blameless,who walk according to the law of the Lord.Blessed are those who keep his statutesand seek him with all their heart— I think each of us understands that sincere Christian believers can have distinct differences when it comes to understanding the Bible.One …
Rev. Richard Smith Proverbs 12:18 and 15:14Rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing (NRSV)Kind words heal and help; cutting words wound and maim. (Message)===================================================================== I’ve said it; you’ve said it; we’ve all heard it…Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.Well, that’s a …
Rev. Richard Smith Luke 12:48 Words of Jesus ‘From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.’ As I noted in my sharing on discipleship on January 10, Jesus never apologies for placing before us the demands …
Rev. Richard Smith Psalm 138:3 On the day I called, you answered me. You encouraged me with inner strength. The psalmist says, I called you, you answered me. I believe, as you do, in the importance and power of prayer! Let me offer some insights on this essential spiritual discipline. Prayer Is Our Primary Connection …
Rev. Richard Smith I Thessalonians 5:11 Therefore encourage one another and build each other up. While I’ve written recent devotionals about friendship, it’s one of those topics we should consider afresh at the beginning of a new year. Dear friends are one of God’s most special gifts to us. None of us will survive the …
Rev. Richard Smith Matthew 16:24 –Words of Jesus: ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.’ In the New Testament the word “disciple” speaks to one who learns from a teacher; who follows that teacher; who seeks to be like that teacher. Thus, Jesus was inviting …
Rev. Richard Smith January 3, 2022 Joshua 1:7-9 (God To Joshua) ‘Be strong and very courageous…Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.’ Last year on January 4, 2021, I wrote this as the …