Those who seek the Lord understand what is right, and recognize evil.  Evildoers have no concept of what is right, and dangerously create their own "righteousness."  We need to be sure we are on the side of God's right; in that way, we will not have to worry about being wrong.  Your encouragement today:  seek the Lord!  True righteousness will follow.  (Proverbs 28:5)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

The proverbial writer tells us that when a country is in chaos, when there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily, and everybody has a plan for making things better.  The proverbial writer also says in the same breath that it takes leadership and leaders who have wisdom and real understanding to stabilize things, straigthen things out, and restore a moral imperative to the for...  Read More

Pay careful attention to the blessings we've been entrusted with.  Do not take them for granted.  Stay alert and give God thanks for the abundance that comes.  Use these blessings wisely to be a blessing to others.  Your encouragement today:  pay attention to the blessings you've been entrusted with.  Use them wisely! (Proverbs 27:23-27)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

May people see how genuine our hearts are by seeing how genuine our lives are in our love for others. Your encouragement today:  live with a good and gracious heart.  Then your life will be an example of God's grace and gratitude!  (Proverbs 27:19)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

May we be encouraged in knowing that at times when we are not sure what to do, God knows what to do.  And, as we keep our eyes on God, we'll know what to do and say in the right moments.  Your encouragement today:  keep your eyes on the Lord! And you will prevail.  (2 Chronicles 20:12)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

For many people, we've been here before.  The events today brings are nothing new.  We've seen the movie, all of its many re-runs, and can even recite the credits.  But what bolsters people of faith today is that even in the face of trouble, despair, and evil, by faith and courage we can overcome.  Because we are well acquainted with the Master Overcomer and have an opportunity in this moment, to ...  Read More

Trust God, and chill.  We can do this as we make a faith exchange with God, giving God our anxiety for the peace God provides always.  Your encouragement today:  trust God, and chill! Embrace the peace that passes all understanding. (Philippians 4:4-7)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Discern.  Be careful to watch for and assess the dangers that may be around us and take the necessary precautions.  Only fools proceed through life not paying attention to the world around us.  There are consequences to be paid when we do not pay attention.  Your encouragement today:  discern! (Proverbs 27:12)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Be careful not to be baited by fools.  The results can be heavier than the largest stone or the weightiest sand falling on us.  Instead, let us take the "high road" and keep our minds on those matters that are really important.  Your encouragement today: don't be coerced by fools.  Stay focused on the goodness of the Lord!  (Proverbs 27:3)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Be very careful of lying lips.  They will rip us off and leave us in ditches.  Instead, listen for and pursue truth.  Your encouragement today:  be careful of those who lie and deceive.  Have nothing to do with them for their hearts will do nothing but harm.  (Proverbs 26:23-28)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Don't be lazy, do something.  Doing something opens the door to possibilities.  Your encouragement today:  do something! (Proverbs 26:13-16)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Be careful not to stoop low to give response to fools in their foolishness.  Doing so can lead us to being fools ourselves.  Instead, take the road of wisdom, and never veer off its course.  Your encouragement today:  don't waste time with fools.  (Proverbs 26:3-5)#stayencouraged!...  Read More