There’s something special about “very early in the morning” prayer. One can hear the Lord with no distractions, before any stirrings. It is quiet and one can receive clearly one’s marching orders from God for the day. Your encouragement today:  like Jesus, start getting up early. A blessing awaits you!  (Mark 1:35)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

All authority rests in Jesus. And at His will, He is able to silence and shut down any form of evil. May we trust that He has the power to do so in accordance with His will. Your encouragement today:  in trying times, trust! Trust in the trustworthiness of God! (Mark 1:21-28)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Being in the presence of God and in the place and space of worship is a beautiful thing. It opens up the opportunity for learning and teaching — instruction on wisdom that can transform our lives. Your encouragement today:  get into the presence of God and the space of worship. A blessing awaits you! (Mark 1:21)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Always cherish the blessing of Sabbath. Make it a custom. It is a time for us to remember who God is, remember who we are, and focus on who and what is really important. Your encouragement today:  remember and practice Sabbath! (Mark 1:21)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

The call of Christ comes quickly. It often comes when we are at work doing what we do, just minding our own business. But when it comes, say yes. Your encouragement today:  when Jesus calls, say yes and go! (Mark 1:19-20)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

When it is time to pursue our calling, may we not hesitate. May we be prepared to leave out, and chase the Christ who chooses us and guides us in that calling. Your encouragement today:  when your name is called, go!  Go without hesitancy. The Lord has you! (Mark 1:16-18)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Jesus has His eyes on us, looking to call us to an assignment that we are uniquely qualified to fulfill. Our task is to be ready when He calls. Your encouragement today: be ready! (Mark 1:16-18)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Turning away from a life of wrongdoing and turning to the God of liberation is the foundation of experiencing Good News. When we believe that Jesus can transform lives of misery into lives of joy and expectation, Good News, even in the midst of trial and evil, can become our daily lot. Your encouragement today:  make that turn! (Mark 1:15)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

The timing of Good News often comes after bad news is delivered. If we’ve gotten some bad news lately, do not trip, do not fall off the rails, do not panic. Pause, wait, listen for that word of guidance. Your encouragement today:  hold on. Good News is coming! (Mark 1:14-15)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Low moments often follow high moments. It’s the circle of life. But don’t fret. There is victory to be found in low moments. In low moments, we discover that God overcomes all things. Your encouragement today:  embrace the low moments. God is with us! (Mark 1:9-13)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

It is a wonderful, humbling, life transforming experience to be soaked, saturated and filled with the presence of our God. It enables us to know that even in trying times, Good News is coming. Your encouragement today:  be filled and know! (Mark 1:7-8)#stayencouraged!...  Read More

Those whom God sends to bring us Good News often are not those we expect. They come out from strange places, they look different, they dress different and may even eat differently. But do not reject them, receive them. The Good News they bring will change the trajectory of our lives for the better.  Your encouragement today:  receive Good News from whomever — and whatever, wherever, whenever and h...  Read More