Tuesday, 31 December 2013

Verse from Romans

因为我深信:无论是死、是生,是天使、是掌权的,是现在的事,是将来的事,是有能力的,是高天的、是深渊的,或是任何别的被造之物,都不能叫我们与神的爱隔绝,这爱是在我们的主耶稣基督里的。(罗马书 8:38, 39)

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 8:38, 39)

Sunday, 29 December 2013

Verse from 3 John

亲爱的,不要效法恶,应该效法善。行善的属于神,作恶的没有见过 神。(约翰叁书 1:11)

Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good. Anyone who does what is good is from God. Anyone who does what is evil has not seen God. (3 John 1:11)

Saturday, 28 December 2013

Verse from 1 Colossians

但现今神在爱子的肉身上,借着他的死,使你们与神和好了,为了要把你们这些圣洁、无瑕疵、无可指摘的人,呈献在他面前。(歌罗西书 1:22)

But now he has reconciled you by Christ’s physical body through death to present you holy in his sight, without blemish and free from accusation— (Colossians 1:22)

May His transforming work on our behalf stimulate us to live up to the presentation and to be humbly grateful to Christ for His finishing work in our lives!

Jesus takes us as we are and makes us what we should be.

Friday, 27 December 2013

Verse from Jeremiah

因我自己知道我为你们所定的计划,是使你们得平安,而不是遭受灾祸的计划;要赐给你们美好的前程和盼望。’这是耶和华的宣告。 (耶利米书 29:11)

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)

We may face some limiting circumstance today. Whether it is the result of our failure, or through no fault of our own, we can seek His strength to go through it, as He use it to change us for our own good, for the better and grow in our knowledge of Him as He never wants to harm us and always plans to give us hope and a future. 

Thursday, 26 December 2013

Verse from Job

他们就七天七夜与他一起坐在地上,没有人向他说一句话,因为他们看出他极其痛苦。 (约伯记 2:13)

Then they sat on the ground with him for seven days and seven nights. No one said a word to him, because they saw how great his suffering was. (Job 2:13)

God may not intervene to change circumstances and He may not explain suffering, but He comforts us through the presence of other believers. 

Wednesday, 25 December 2013

Verse from Luke

天使说:“不要怕!看哪!我报给你们大喜的信息,是关于万民的:(路加福音 2:10)

But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. (Luke 2:10)

Fear must not master our hearts when we know that God has broken through every barrier to reach us with his overwhelming grace.

Monday, 23 December 2013

Verse from Matthew

“必有童女怀孕生子,他的名要叫以马内利。”以马内利就是“神与我们同在”的意思。(马太福音 1:23)

“The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”). (Matthew 1:23)

Let's celebrate Christmas w the joy of knowing God is with us!

Sunday, 22 December 2013

Verse from 1 Chronicles

你们要记念他奇妙的作为、他的奇事和他口中的判语。(历代志上 16:12)

Remember the wonders he has done, his miracles, and the judgments he pronounced, (1 Chronicles 16:12)

The birth of Christ is the answer to our most fervent prayers for love and forgiveness. Can you feel the wonder?

Friday, 20 December 2013

Verse from Proverbs

耶和华的名是坚固的高台,义人投奔,就得安全。(箴言 18:10)

The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. (Proverbs 18:10)

In good times and bad, God is our safe resting place.

Thursday, 19 December 2013

Verse from John

“神爱世人,甚至把他的独生子赐给他们,叫一切信他的,不至灭亡,反得永生。(约翰福音 3:16)

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16)

Wednesday, 18 December 2013

Verse from Psalm

因为他使干渴的人得到满足,又使饥饿的人饱享美物。(诗篇 107:9)

for he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things. (Psalm 107:9)

only God can satisfy us. 

Tuesday, 17 December 2013

Verse from Philippians

我在帖撒罗尼迦的时候,你们还是一而再把我所需用的送来。(腓立比书 4:16)

for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid more than once when I was in need. (Philippians 4:16)

When we encourage our friends who have left their familiar environments to serve God elsewhere, we show our love for the One who sent them.

Monday, 16 December 2013

Verse from Matthew

凡是想救自己生命的,必丧掉生命;但为我牺牲生命的,必得着生命。(马太福音 16:25)

For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it. (Matthew 16:25)

Dear God, please give me the strength to go against the flow of this world. 
Help me to resist what is wrong in Your eyes and to act in ways that please You, for the glory of Your name.

Sunday, 15 December 2013

Verse from Luke

就在那时候,她前来称谢神,并且向期待耶路撒冷蒙救赎的众人,讲论孩子的事。(路加福音 2:38)

Coming up to them at that very moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem. (Luke 2:38)

We may experience disappointments or heartache during the Christmas season, but Jesus and His salvation always give us reason to celebrate.

Saturday, 14 December 2013

Verse from Luke

西面给他们祝福,对他母亲马利亚说:“看哪!这孩子被立,要叫以色列中许多人跌倒,许多人兴起,又要成为反对的目标,这样,许多人心中的意念就要被揭露出来。”(路加福音 2:34, 35)

Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: “This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too.” (Luke 2:34, 35)

Simeon knew that though on the surface little had changed—Herod still ruled, Roman troops still occupied Israel—underneath, everything had changed. God’s promised redemption had arrived.

The cradle without the cross misses the true meaning of Christ’s birth.

Friday, 13 December 2013

Verse from Jeremiah

耶和华在古时曾向以色列显现,说: “我以永远的爱爱你,因此,我对你的慈爱延续不息。(耶利米书 31:3)

The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness. (Jeremiah 31:3)

Praise God for His everlasting love for us

Thursday, 12 December 2013

Verse from Romans

行事为人要光明磊落,好象行在白昼。不可荒宴醉酒,不可放荡纵欲,不可纷争嫉妒。 总要披戴主耶稣基督,不要为肉体安排,去放纵私欲。 (罗马书 13:13, 14)

Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. Rather, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the flesh. (Romans 13:13, 14)

Wednesday, 11 December 2013

Verse from Isaiah

从我的口所出的话也必这样, 必不徒然返回我这里, 却要作成我所喜悦的, 使它在我差遣它去作的事上必然亨通。 (以赛亚书 55:11)

so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it. (Isaiah 55:11)

There can be times when one’s mind is in doubt,
Times when one asks what the faith is about;
But we can believe Him, we know that He cares—
Our God is real, as the Bible declares. —Fitzhugh

Tuesday, 10 December 2013

Verse from 2 Corinthians

感谢神,他的恩赐难以形容。(哥林多后书 9:15)

Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift! (2 Corinthians 9:15)

No gift is greater than the gift of Christ Himself.

Monday, 9 December 2013

Verse from James

我的弟兄们,你们遭遇各种试炼的时候,都要看为喜乐;因为知道你们的信心经过考验,就产生忍耐。但忍耐要坚持到底,使你们可以完全,毫无缺乏。(雅各书 1:2-4)

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. (James 1:2-4)

As we face different situations, we should remember that God is sovereign over both the blessings and the troubles that come our way.

Sunday, 8 December 2013

Verse from Isaiah

因为有一个婴孩为我们而生,有一个儿子赐给我们;政权必担在他的肩头上;他的名必称为“奇妙的策士、全能的神、永恒的父、和平的君”。(以赛亚书 9:6)

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. (Isaiah 9:6)

In a world full of fear, we need to remember that Jesus came to be the Prince of Peace.

Saturday, 7 December 2013

Verse from Matthew

照样,你们的光也应当照在人前,让他们看见你们的好行为,又颂赞你们在天上的父。(马太福音 5:16)

In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. (Matthew 5:16)

Imagine if Christians worked as hard at shining and synchronizing the light of God’s love as the families of that neighborhood work when they illuminate their street with Christmas lights. Perhaps then the people still living in darkness would make an effort to see this great Light. When Christians work together to display God’s love, the gospel will shine more brightly and attract more people to Jesus—the Light of the world.

Our witness for Christ is a light in a dark world.

Friday, 6 December 2013

Verse from Psalm

耶和华有怜悯,有恩典,不轻易发怒,并且有丰盛的慈爱。(诗篇 103:8)

The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. (Psalm 103:8)

Thursday, 5 December 2013

Verse from Philippians

我并不是因为缺乏才这样说:我已经学会了,无论在甚么情况之下都可以知足。(腓立比书 4:11)

I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. (Philippians 4:11)

Help us, Lord, to learn contentment when life is rough. 
Protect us from believing the lie that
having more will bring us happiness. May we be content with what You have given.

Wednesday, 4 December 2013

Verse from Matthew

“天国好象藏在田里的宝贝,有人发现了,就把它藏起来,高高兴兴地离去,变卖了他的一切,来买那田地。 (马太福音 13:44)

“The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field. (Matthew 13:44)

Have u found the biggest treasure that ever can be found? If so, share e discovery! 

Tuesday, 3 December 2013

Verse from 1 John

你们看,父赐给我们的是怎样的爱,就是让我们可以称为神的儿女,我们也真是他的儿女。因此,世人不认识我们,是因为他们不认识父。(约翰壹书 3:1)

See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. (1 John 3:1)

All we need to know in life is this: Jesus loves me, this I know, for the bible tells me so. 

Monday, 2 December 2013

Verse from Proverbs

正直人的纯正必引导他们自己,奸诈人的奸恶却毁灭自己。(箴言 11:3)

The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity. (Proverbs 11:3)

Sunday, 1 December 2013

Verse from Psalm

人的脚步是耶和华立定的,他的道路也是耶和华喜悦的。他虽然跌跤,却不至仆倒;因为耶和华用手扶持他。(诗篇 37:23, 24)

The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand. (Psalm 37:23, 24)

When I think I'm going to plunge into the depths of the abyss, the Father's love, care, concern, Scriptures, servants, and helpers have kept me from destruction. He is there in times of trial. He has been mighty to save. I do believe that he delights in my journey. How about you?

Verse from Psalm

神却垂听了,他留心听了我祷告的声音。(诗篇 66:19)

but God has surely listened and has heard my prayer. (Psalm 66:19)

Our prayers become the avenue to a deeper relationship with Him. At all times, even in our hours of deepest need, He attends to our words.

We always have God’s attention.

Friday, 29 November 2013

Verse from 1 Samuel

但耶和华对撒母耳说:“不要看他的外貌和他高大的身材,因为我不拣选他。耶和华看人不像人看人,人是看外表,耶和华是看内心。” (撒母耳记上 16:7)

But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” (1 Samuel 16:7)

First impressions can often lead to wrong conclusions.

Thursday, 28 November 2013

Verse from Ecclesiastes

蒙神赐予财富与资产的人,神都使他能够享用,并取自己的分,在劳碌中自得其乐,这是神的恩赐。(传道书 5:19)

Moreover, when God gives someone wealth and possessions, and the ability to enjoy them, to accept their lot and be happy in their toil—this is a gift of God. (Ecclesiastes 5:19)

From beginning to end, all of life is a continuous gift-giving by God. We deserve nothing. He owes us nothing. Yet He gives us everything. Whatever material blessings we have are a gift from our gracious God.

God, who has given so much to us, gives one more thing—a grateful heart. —Herbert

Wednesday, 27 November 2013

Verse from Psalm

神啊!我的心渴慕你, 好象鹿渴慕溪水。 (诗篇 42:1)

As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. (Psalm 42:1)

May our hearts always desires for Christ to fill our lives

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Tuesday, 26 November 2013

Verse from 1 Corinthians

爱是恒久忍耐,又有恩慈。爱是不嫉妒,不自夸,不张狂;不作失礼的事,不求自己的益处,不轻易动怒,不计较人的过犯;不喜欢不义,只喜欢真理。爱是凡事包容,凡事相信,凡事盼望,凡事忍耐。(哥林多前书 13:4-7)

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)

Real love is helping others for Jesus’ sake even if they can never return the favor.

Monday, 25 November 2013

Verse from Matthew

他回答:“你要全心、全性、全意爱主你的 神。 这是最重要的第一条诫命。 (马太福音 22:37, 38)

Jesus replied: “ ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. (Matthew 22:37, 38)

Sunday, 24 November 2013

Verse from Galatians

但到了时机成熟,神就差遣他的儿子,由女人所生,而且生在律法之下,(加拉太书 4:4)

But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, (Galatians 4:4)

God’s timing is perfect in everything. While you are waiting, perhaps wondering why God doesn’t seem to be acting on your behalf, remember that He’s working behind the scenes to prepare His moment of intervention at just the right time. Trust Him. He knows what time it is.

Teach us, O Lord, the disciplines of patience, for to wait is often harder than to work. —Marshall

Saturday, 23 November 2013

Verse from 2 Corinthians

显明你们自己是基督的书信,是借着我们写成的,不是用墨,而是用永活神的灵写的;不是写在石版上,而是写在心版上。(哥林多后书 3:3)

You show that you are a letter from Christ, the result of our ministry, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone but on tablets of human hearts. (2 Corinthians 3:3)

We are Christ’s “letters of recommendation” to all who read our lives.

Friday, 22 November 2013

Verse from Psalm

你们要称谢耶和华,因他本是良善的; 他的慈爱永远长存。 (诗篇 107:1)

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. (Psalm 107:1)

Thursday, 21 November 2013

Verse from Psalm

我要对耶和华说:“你是我的避难所,我的保障,你是我的神,我所倚靠的。”(诗篇 91:2)

I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” (Psalm 91:2)

Wednesday, 20 November 2013

Verse from Philippians

各人不要单顾自己的事,也要顾别人的事。 (腓立比书 2:4)

not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. (Philippians 2:4)

Nothing costs as much as caring—except not caring.

Tuesday, 19 November 2013

Verse from Matthew

我吩咐你们的一切,都要教导他们遵守。这样,我就常常与你们同在,直到这世代的终结。” (马太福音 28:20)

and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” (Matthew 28:20)

No matter what happens in our lives, Jesus is and will always be with us. 

Monday, 18 November 2013

Verse from Nehemiah

他们拒绝听从,也不记念你在他们中间所行的奇事,硬着颈项,存心悖逆,自立首领,要回到他们为奴之地去。但你是乐意饶恕的神,你有恩典,有怜悯,不轻易发怒,并有丰盛的慈爱,所以你没有撇弃他们。(尼希米记 9:17)

They refused to listen and failed to remember the miracles you performed among them. They became stiff-necked and in their rebellion appointed a leader in order to return to their slavery. But you are a forgiving God, gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love. Therefore you did not desert them, (Nehemiah 9:17)

These divine qualities encourage us to draw near to God—even after we have wandered away from Him. When we humbly abandon our rebellious ways and recommit ourselves to God’s ways, He will show compassion and welcome us back to closeness with Him.

Sunday, 17 November 2013

Verse from 1 John

我们若承认自己的罪,神是信实的、公义的,必定赦免我们的罪,洁净我们脱离一切不义。(约翰壹书 1:9)

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9)

Saturday, 16 November 2013

Verse from Romans

不要欠人的债;但在彼此相爱的事上,要觉得是欠了人的债。爱别人的,就成全了律法。 (罗马书 13:8)

Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law. (Romans 13:8)

Let's cont to love those around us, rem the less fortunate and the less remembered n taken notice of, such as the farmers, the fishermen in the world. 

Friday, 15 November 2013

Verse from Matthew

耶稣却对他们说:“小信的人哪!为甚么害怕呢?”他就起来斥责风和海,风浪就完全平静了。(马太福音 8:26)

He replied, “You of little faith, why are you so afraid?” Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm. (Matthew 8:26)

Fear keeps us from forgiving, taking a stand at the office, giving our resources to God’s kingdom, or saying no when all our friends are saying yes.

In the face of fear, we need to hear Jesus ask, “Why are you fearful?” (v.26) and be reminded that He will never leave us nor forsake us (Heb. 13:5-6). There is nothing that He can’t overcome and therefore nothing for Him to fear.

In times of fear, call out to Jesus

Thursday, 14 November 2013

Verse from Psalm

你是我藏身之处,你必保护我脱离患难,以得救的欢呼四面环绕我。(诗篇 32:7)

You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance. (Psalm 32:7)

Out of the attacks of evil come the victories of God and the victory chants of God's people. Let's find our strength and protection in our holy God! Let's make God our hiding place, our source of security, and our hope in times of trouble.

Wednesday, 13 November 2013

Verse from Psalm

因为耶和华的话是正直的,他的一切作为都是诚实的。(诗篇 33:4)

For the word of the Lord is right and true; he is faithful in all he does. (Psalm 33:4)

Tuesday, 12 November 2013

Verse from John

她说:“主啊!没有。”耶稣说:“我也不定你的罪。走吧,从现在起不要再犯罪了。”(约翰福音 8:11)

“No one, sir,” she said. “Then neither do I condemn you,” Jesus declared. “Go now and leave your life of sin.” (John 8:11)

His compassion reminds us of His forgiving grace

Even in our most embarrassing moments of failure, we can cry out to Him and find that His grace is truly amazing.

Monday, 11 November 2013

Verse from Lamentations

耶和华的慈爱永不断绝,他的怜悯永不止息。 每天早晨都是新的;你的信实多么广大! (耶利米哀歌 3:22, 23)

Because of the Lord ’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. (Lamentations 3:22, 23)

Sunday, 10 November 2013

Verse from Psalm

我永远不会忘记你的训词,因为你用这些训词使我存活。(诗篇 119:93)

I will never forget your precepts, for by them you have preserved my life. (Psalm 119:93)

In our darkest caves and moments of affliction, our souls can be revived by our Father in heaven when we recall and fill our minds with His encouraging words.

Saturday, 9 November 2013

Verse from Ephesians

并且建造在使徒和先知的根基上,基督耶稣自己就是奠基石,(以弗所书 2:20)

built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone. (Ephesians 2:20)

Jesus is a precious cornerstone, and those who trust in Him will always have a solid Rock to depend upon.

Christ, the Rock, is our sure hope.

Friday, 8 November 2013

Verse from Mark

因为他们都是把自己剩余的投入,这寡妇是自己不足,却把她一切所有的,就是全部养生的,都投进去了。”(马可福音 12:44)

They all gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything—all she had to live on.” (Mark 12:44)

The act of giving reminds us that we live by the grace of God—like the birds and the flowers. 

It's not about how much or how little u give, it's about the willingness to give what u can to God. 

Thursday, 7 November 2013

Verse from 2 Samuel

大卫又求问耶和华,耶和华说:“你不要直接上去,要绕到他们后面,从桑林对面攻打他们。(撒母耳记下 5:23)

so David inquired of the Lord, and he answered, “Do not go straight up, but circle around behind them and attack them in front of the poplar trees. (2 Samuel 5:23)

Each day we face many challenges. Although there is no one-size-fits-all answer, our first action should always be to consult God.

To stand up to any challenge, spend time on prayer.

Wednesday, 6 November 2013

Verse from Malachi and Ecclesiastes

万军之耶和华说:“因为我耶和华是不改变的,所以你们雅各的子孙也不会灭没。(玛拉基书 3:6)

“I the Lord do not change. So you, the descendants of Jacob, are not destroyed. (Malachi 3:6)

万事都有定期,天下万务都有定时:(传道书 3:1)

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: (Ecclesiastes 3:1)

God’s unchanging nature is our security during seasons of change.

Tuesday, 5 November 2013

Verse from 2 Corinthians

因此,我们立定志向,无论住在身内或是与身体分开,都要讨主的喜悦。(哥林多后书 5:9)

Therefore we also have as our ambition, whether at home or absent, to be pleasing to Him. (2 Corinthians 5:9)

Living out of love for God and pleasing Him should be our heart’s desire n the highest motive for obeying Him.

Monday, 4 November 2013

Verse from Romans

不可被恶所胜,反要以善胜恶。(罗马书 12:21)

Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. (Romans 12:21)

Father, give me the courage to reach out to those I may not want to reach. Show Your love through me in ways that will bring glory to You
and true peace in my corner of the world.

Sunday, 3 November 2013

Verse from Psalm

你们要住手,要知道我是神;我要在列国中被尊崇,我要在全地上被尊崇。(诗篇 46:10)

He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” (Psalm 46:10)

Be still, and allow Him to calm your greatest fears.

God’s whisper of comfort quiets the noise of our trials.

Saturday, 2 November 2013

Verse from John

你们中间有谁能指证我有罪呢?我既然讲真理,你们为甚么不信我呢?(约翰福音 8:46)

Can any of you prove me guilty of sin? If I am telling the truth, why don’t you believe me? (John 8:46)

In a sense, that debate goes on today. Those who oppose Jesus seek to discredit His statements and twist them into lies. Jesus says, “I am telling you the truth,” and promises that He will give us a freedom we can find nowhere else.

God’s truth stands any test.

Friday, 1 November 2013

Verse from Deuteronomy

“以色列啊,现在耶和华你的神向你要的是甚么呢?只要你敬畏耶和华你的神,行在他的一切道路上,爱他,一心一意事奉耶和华你的神,(申命记 10:12)

And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God ask of you but to fear the Lord your God, to walk in obedience to him, to love him, to serve the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul, (Deuteronomy 10:12)

the next generation is at risk, this can have a long term effect on them and be disastrous...

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2135203/Jamie-13-kissed-girl-But-hes-Sex-Offender-Register-online-porn-warped-mind-.html

hopefully we can stop cyberbullying together...

http://edition.cnn.com/2013/10/30/tech/web/cyberbullying-vigilantes/index.html

hope this helps all the parents out there...


Thursday, 31 October 2013

Verse from Mark

耶稣看着他,就爱他,对他说:“你还缺少一件:去变卖你所有的,分给穷人,就必定有财宝在天上,而且你要来跟从我。”(马可福音 10:21)

Jesus looked at him and loved him. “One thing you lack,” he said. “Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” (Mark 10:21)

Today, Jesus sees us through eyes of love and invites us to follow Him.

God has both an all-seeing eye and all-forgiving heart.

Wednesday, 30 October 2013

Verse from Revelation

证明这些事的那一位说:“是的,我必快来!”阿们!主耶稣啊,请你来吧!(启示录 22:20)

He who testifies to these things says, “Yes, I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus. (Revelation 22:20)

Kingdoms may fall, friends may falter, churches may fold, oceans may rise, and mountains may crumble, but we can be at peace.

Because we know the end of the story, we can be centers of peace in the midst of utter chaos, calm in the face of disaster.

No doctrine is more closely linked to practical daily living than that of the Lord’s return.

Tuesday, 29 October 2013

Verse from Job

这以无知无识的言语使神的旨意模糊不清的是谁呢?所以我说了我所不明白的;这些事太奇妙,是我不晓得的。(约伯记 42:3)

'Who is this that hides counsel without knowledge?' Therefore I have declared that which I did not understand, Things too wonderful for me, which I did not know." (Job 42:3)

Are we at times approaching our relationship with God in this way: Routine. Bored. Apathetic. Disinterested? Through Christ, we have the privilege of being adopted into the family of the living God, yet often there seems to be little of the sense of wonder that should accompany that remarkable reality.

Let's fill our hearts with the wonder of our God and His love.

Monday, 28 October 2013

Verse from Psalm

你要等候耶和华,要刚强,要坚定你的心,要等候耶和华。(诗篇 27:14)

Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. (Psalm 27:14)

Sometimes we feel that God has let us down because He does not provide an immediate answer to a prayer. Often our attitude becomes, “Answer me speedily, O Lord; my spirit fails!” (Ps. 143:7).

When we become frustrated with God’s apparent delay in answering our prayer, it is good to remember that He is interested in developing faith and perseverance in our character (James 1:2-4). Wait on the Lord!

God stretches our patience to enlarge our soul.

Saturday, 26 October 2013

Verse from Proverbs

你要谨守你的心,胜过谨守一切, 因为生命的泉源由此而出。 (箴言 4:23)

Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. (Proverbs 4:23)

Wearing the right fashions and keeping ourselves looking young are of little importance if our hearts harbor greed, hatred, grumpiness, self-pity, and other counter-productive contents.

So, ask yourself: When others get past the packaging of my life, do they experience a heart full of healthy, Christ-honoring ingredients? By putting in grace, kindness, patience, and compassion, we’ll reflect the wonderful nature of Christ.

The contents in your heart are more important than the outer packaging.

Friday, 25 October 2013

Verse from Romans

唯有基督在我们还作罪人的时候为我们死,神对我们的爱就在此显明了。(罗马书 5:8)

But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. (Romans 5:8)

There is no greater joy than to know that God loves us.

Thursday, 24 October 2013

Verse from 2 Corinthians

如果有人在基督里,他就是新造的人,旧事已经过去,你看,都变成新的了!(哥林多后书 5:17)

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! (2 Corinthians 5:17)

Following Jesus is beginning a new life under a new Master.

Wednesday, 23 October 2013

Verse from Psalm

义人虽有许多苦难,但耶和华搭救他脱离这一切。(诗篇 34:19)

The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all; (Psalm 34:19)

We know that the righteous can have troubles, but how do we understand that God delivers us from them all? Paul demonstrates the answer: whatever happens to him will turn out for his deliverance — whether it is through his death to be with God or whether it is through his release from prison to continue ministry (Phil. 1:19-23). Our deliverance is secure. We are conquerors in Christ. Nothing Satan can do to us can steal us away from God's love, not even death.

Tuesday, 22 October 2013

Verse from Romans

我们坚强的人,应该担当不坚强的人的软弱,不应该求自己的喜悦。(罗马书 15:1)

Now we who are strong ought to bear the weaknesses of those without strength and not just please ourselves. (Romans 15:1)

Kindness is simply love flowing out in little gentlenesses.

Monday, 21 October 2013

Verse from Luke

因为在神没有一件事是不可能的。” (路加福音 1:37)

For nothing will be impossible with God." (Luke 1:37)

Sunday, 20 October 2013

Verse from Exodus

于是,摩西回到耶和华那里,说:“唉,这人民犯了大罪,为自己做了金神像。(出埃及记 32:31)

Then Moses returned to the Lord, and said, "Alas, this people has committed a great sin, and they have made a god of gold for themselves. (Exodus 32:31)

God knows that our hearts have a tendency to stray. His Word makes it clear that He is the Lord and that we are to worship “no other gods” (Ex. 20:2-6).

As long as you want anything very much, especially more than you want God, it is an idol. 
—A. B. Simpson

Saturday, 19 October 2013

Verse from Psalm

至于我,我倚靠你的慈爱, 我的心必因你的救恩欢呼。 (诗篇 13:5)

But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. (Psalm 13:5)

A. W. Thorold writes, “The highest pinnacle of the spiritual life is not happy joy in unbroken sunshine, but absolute and undoubting trust in the love of God.”

Even in our troubles, God’s love can be trusted.

God’s love stands when all else fails.

Friday, 18 October 2013

Verse from Psalm

耶和华亲近心中破碎的人,拯救灵里痛悔的人,(诗篇 34:18)

The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. (Psalm 34:18)

The LORD is... ...near! ...present! ...close! How do I know? He came close in the manger. He walked among us in ministry. He suffered with us and for us at Calvary. We know that in tragedy, trial, heartbreak, and brokenness he is near to us to save us. So, will our hearts be open to him and will we be seeking him to come near? Don't let troubles or heartache lead you to pull away from God or doubt his nearness. Let him draw close to you.

Thursday, 17 October 2013

Verse from Proverbs

愚昧人不喜欢明白事理,只喜欢显露自己的心意。(箴言 18:2)

A fool does not delight in understanding, But only in revealing his own mind. (Proverbs 18:2)

Let's seek Him in His infinite wisdom instead of depending on our finite wisdom.

Wednesday, 16 October 2013

Verse from 1 Peter

主是活石,虽然被人弃绝,却是神所拣选所珍贵的;你们到他面前来,(彼得前书 2:4)

As you come to him, the living Stone—rejected by humans but chosen by God and precious to him— (1 Peter 2:4)

It is only as our lives are built upon His strength that we will be able to endure the harshness of life in a fallen world.

We have nothing to fear if we stay close to the Rock of Ages.

Tuesday, 15 October 2013

Verse from Matthew

“我实在告诉你们,如果你们不回转,变成像小孩子一样,一定不能进天国。(马太福音 18:3)

And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 18:3)

For the most part, children live life unfettered by the cares and sorrows that burden adults. Their faith lets them trust God more readily.

God can be trusted, and He longs for us to trust Him the way children do.

Monday, 14 October 2013

Verse from Psalm

耶和华的圣民哪!你们要敬畏他,因为敬畏他的一无所缺。(诗篇 34:9)

Fear the Lord, you his holy people, for those who fear him lack nothing. (Psalm 34:9)

Do you fear The Lord? 你敬畏耶和华吗?

Sunday, 13 October 2013

Verse from 1 Timothy

我从前是亵渎神的、迫害人的、凌辱人的,然而我还蒙了怜悯,因为我是在不信的时候,由于无知而作的。我们主的恩典,随着在基督耶稣里的信心和爱心,在我身上越发增加。 (提摩太前书 1:13, 14)

Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in ignorance and unbelief. The grace of our Lord was poured out on me abundantly, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. (1 Timothy 1:13, 14)

Like Paul, we don’t need to parade our failures or to pretend they didn’t happen. Instead, we can thank the Lord that through His grace and power, our past is forgiven, our present is changed, and our future is bright with hope for all He has prepared for us.

Only Jesus can transform our life.

Saturday, 12 October 2013

Verse from Isaiah

疲乏的,他赐气力,无力的,他加力量。(以赛亚书 40:29)

He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. (Isaiah 40:29)

When you’re feeling invisible or disregarded, remember that God does see you and He cares. Wait on Him, and He’ll give you renewed strength.

Even when we don’t sense God’s presence, His loving care is all around us.

Friday, 11 October 2013

Verse from Romans

以肉体为念就是死,以圣灵为念就是生命、平安;(罗马书 8:6)

The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace. (Romans 8:6)

Thursday, 10 October 2013

Verse from Matthew

你们所有劳苦担重担的人哪,到我这里来吧!我必使你们得安息。(马太福音 11:28)

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28)

Jesus invites us to rest in Him. 

Wednesday, 9 October 2013

Verse from John

耶稣说:“我就是生命的食物,到我这里来的,必定不饿;信我的,永远不渴。 (约翰福音 6:35)

Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty. (John 6:35)

If we by faith, apply and take His words and life into our very souls, we will experience everlasting satisfaction.

As first-century Jews could never imagine life without physical bread, may we never attempt to live without Jesus, our spiritual bread!

Tuesday, 8 October 2013

Verse from Deuteronomy

“你在田间收割庄稼的时候,如果遗留一捆在田里,就不可再回去拾取,要留给寄居的、孤儿和寡妇;好使耶和华你的神,在你手里所办的一切事上,赐福给你。(申命记 24:19)

When you are harvesting in your field and you overlook a sheaf, do not go back to get it. Leave it for the foreigner, the fatherless and the widow, so that the Lord your God may bless you in all the work of your hands. (Deuteronomy 24:19)

Work while we can, save what we can, share what we can, and trust God to meet our needs.

Our needs will never exhaust God’s supply.

Monday, 7 October 2013

Verse from Proverbs

恨能挑起纷争, 爱能遮掩一切过失。 (箴言 10:12)

Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers over all wrongs. (Proverbs 10:12)

Sunday, 6 October 2013

Verse from 2 Chronicles

他就说:“全犹大的人、耶路撒冷的居民和约沙法王啊,你们要留意!耶和华这样对你们说:‘你们不要因这大军惧怕和惊慌,因为战争的胜负不是在于你们,而是在于 神。 约沙法和人民商议好了,就指派向耶和华歌唱的人,使他们身穿圣洁的服饰,走在军队的前面,赞美耶和华,说: “你们要称颂耶和华, 因他的慈爱永远长存。” (历代志下 20:15, 21)

He said: “Listen, King Jehoshaphat and all who live in Judah and Jerusalem! This is what the Lord says to you: ‘Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God’s. After consulting the people, Jehoshaphat appointed men to sing to the Lord and to praise him for the splendor of his holiness as they went out at the head of the army, saying: “Give thanks to the Lord, for his love endures forever.” (2 Chronicles 20:15, 21)

Praising God in the midst of a challenge may mean overriding our natural instincts. We tend toward self-protection, strategizing, and worry. However, worshiping can guard our hearts against troubling thoughts and self-reliance.

Lord, I praise You, for Your mercy is everlasting.
Help me to remember that every battle in this life is Yours. The outcome belongs to You because You are sovereign.

No matter what is in front of us, God is always behind us.

Saturday, 5 October 2013

Verse from Luke

“你们中间谁有一百只羊,失去一只,不把九十九只留下在旷野,去寻找那失落的,直到找着呢?(路加福音 15:4)

“Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Doesn’t he leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? (Luke 15:4)

The point is clear: We are all of great value to God, who offers us forgiveness and new life through Christ.

I was lost but Jesus found me—
Found the sheep that went astray,
Threw His loving arms around me,
Drew me back into His way. —Rowley

Friday, 4 October 2013

Verse from Ephesians

愿荣耀归给神,就是归给那能照着运行在我们里面的大能,充充足足地成就一切,超过我们所求所想的。(以弗所书 3:20)

Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, (Ephesians 3:20)

God has the power to do more than we think He can do. 

Thursday, 3 October 2013

Verse from Isaiah

因此,耶和华必等候要恩待你们;他必兴起来怜悯你们,因为耶和华是公义的神。 等候他的,都是有福的。 (以赛亚书 30:18)

Yet the Lord longs to be gracious to you; therefore he will rise up to show you compassion. For the Lord is a God of justice. Blessed are all who wait for him! (Isaiah 30:18)

Wednesday, 2 October 2013

Verse from Proverbs

义人的嘴使人喜悦,恶人的口说乖谬的话。(箴言 10:32)

The lips of the righteous know what finds favor, but the mouth of the wicked only what is perverse. (Proverbs 10:32)

Tuesday, 1 October 2013

Verse from Psalm

愿这一切都赞美耶和华的名, 因为独有他的名被尊崇, 他的荣耀超越天地。 (诗篇 148:13)

Let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is exalted; his splendor is above the earth and the heavens. (Psalm 148:13)

Let’s join in saying thanks for His creation. “Praise the Lord!”
Creation displays God’s power.

Monday, 30 September 2013

Verse from Deuteronomy

所以你要知道耶和华你的神,他是神,是信实可靠的神;他向爱他和守他诫命的人,守约并且施慈爱,直到千代。(申命记 7:9)

Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments. (Deuteronomy 7:9)

Sunday, 29 September 2013

Verse from 1 Corinthians

你们应该效法我,好象我效法基督一样。(哥林多前书 11:1)

Be imitators of me, just as I also am of Christ. (1 Corinthians 11:1)

If we want people to imitate us, we must first imitate our Lord. If we have any reason for people to follow our example—if we have any courage to point others to the Savior—it is because of Him, not us.

Saturday, 28 September 2013

Verse from Exodus

神回答:“我必与你同在;你把人民从埃及领出来的时候,你们要在这山上事奉神;这就是我派你去的凭据。”(出埃及记 3:12)

And God said, “I will be with you. And this will be the sign to you that it is I who have sent you: When you have brought the people out of Egypt, you will worship God on this mountain.” (Exodus 3:12)

You need not be afraid of where you’re going when you know God’s going with you.

Friday, 27 September 2013

Verse from Psalm

我的肉身和我的内心虽然渐渐衰弱,神却永远是我心里的盘石,是我的业分。(诗篇 73:26)

My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. (Psalm 73:26)

Thursday, 26 September 2013

Verse from Psalms

因为我的愚昧,我的伤口发臭流脓。(诗篇 38:5)

My wounds stink and are corrupt because of my foolishness. (Psalms 38:5)

Only by allowing God to transform us can we overcome the foolish decisions that cause so much trouble. With His loving guidance, we can follow the pathway of godly wisdom.

Wednesday, 25 September 2013

Verse from Luke

他还用许多别的话劝勉众人,向他们传福音。(路加福音 3:18)

And with many other words John exhorted the people and proclaimed the good news to them. (Luke 3:18)

 Like John, may everything we say and do point others to Jesus.

Tuesday, 24 September 2013

Verse from 1 John

孩子们,我们爱人,不要只在言语和舌头上,总要在行动和真诚上表现出来。(约翰壹书 3:18)

Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth. (1 John 3:18)

When we love Christ, we love others.

Monday, 23 September 2013

Verse from Psalm

我要对耶和华说:“你是我的避难所,我的保障,你是我的神,我所倚靠的。”(诗篇 91:2)

I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” (Psalm 91:2)

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Sunday, 22 September 2013

Verse from Proverbs

秉公行义,比献祭更蒙耶和华悦纳。 (箴言 21:3)

To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice. (Proverbs 21:3)

What God wants is obedience, which no amount of offering in forms of money etc can compare to. 

Saturday, 21 September 2013

Verse from John

我把这些事告诉你们,是要使你们在我里面有平安。在世上你们有患难,但你们放心,我已经胜了这世界。” (约翰福音 16:33)

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33)

True peace is not the absence of war; it is the presence of God. 

Friday, 20 September 2013

Verse from Hebrews

你们为人不要贪爱钱财,要以现在所有的为满足;因为神亲自说过:“我决不撇下你,也不离弃你。”(希伯来书 13:5)

Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” (Hebrews 13:5)

When Jesus promised He would never leave us alone, He meant in the hard times as well as in the good times. Our mission in the difficult seasons of life is to work or serve remembering we are doing it for God, and then to watch as God works to accomplish His purposes.

Thursday, 19 September 2013

Verse from Genesis

后来他从那里迁到伯特利东边的山地,搭起帐棚。西边是伯特利,东边是艾城;他在那里也为耶和华筑了一座祭坛,呼求耶和华的名。 (创世记 12:8)

From there he went on toward the hills east of Bethel and pitched his tent, with Bethel on the west and Ai on the east. There he built an altar to the Lord and called on the name of the Lord. (Genesis 12:8)

Many believers long to spend daily time with God, praying and reading His Word. Ironically, they are often distracted by a busy schedule. Frustrations mount as busyness seems to crowd out an opening in their schedule.

If you are having trouble establishing a time with God, you could start with just 5 minutes and see where it leads. Our God longs to meet with us and show His power in our lives.

Wednesday, 18 September 2013

Verse from Proverbs

人心计划自己的道路, 他的脚步却由耶和华指引。 (箴言 16:9)

In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps. (Proverbs 16:9)

Tuesday, 17 September 2013

Verse from Isaiah

他们彼此高呼着说:“圣哉!圣哉!圣哉!万军之耶和华!他的荣光充满全地。”(以赛亚书 6:3)

And they were calling to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory.” (Isaiah 6:3)

As we look around us at the nature, take time to admire all His creations, from the morning sky to the different flowers that is surrounding us. Praise Him for His beautiful artwork of nature around us.

Monday, 16 September 2013

Verse from Psalm

人的脚步是耶和华立定的,他的道路也是耶和华喜悦的。
(诗篇37:23)

The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; (Psalm 37:23)

God will lead our every step

Sunday, 15 September 2013

Verse from Matthew

照样,你们的光也应当照在人前,让他们看见你们的好行为,又颂赞你们在天上的父。(马太福音 5:16)

In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. (Matthew 5:16)

Show me the way, Lord, let my light shine
As an example of good to mankind;
Help them to see the patterns of Thee,
Shining in beauty, lived out in me. 
—Neuer

Saturday, 14 September 2013

Verse from Lamentations

耶和华的慈爱永不断绝,他的怜悯永不止息。每天早晨都是新的;你的信实多么广大!(耶利米哀歌 3:22, 23)

Because of the Lord ’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. (Lamentations 3:22, 23)

Friday, 13 September 2013

Verse from 2 Chronicles

只寻求他父亲的神,遵行神的诫命,没有随从以色列人的行为。(历代志下 17:4)

but sought the God of his father and followed his commands rather than the practices of Israel. (2 Chronicles 17:4)

Today, if you’re looking for a father to follow, remember your heavenly Father and take delight in His ways.

We honor God’s name when we call Him our Father and live like His Son.

Thursday, 12 September 2013

Verse from 2 Chronicles

那时,先见哈拿尼来见犹大王亚撒,对他说:“因你倚靠亚兰王,没有倚靠耶和华你的神,所以亚兰王的军队才可以脱离你的手。耶和华的眼目遍察全地,一心归向他的,他必以大能扶助他们;你作这事太愚昧了。从今以后,你必常有战争。”(历代志下 16:7, 9)

At that time Hanani the seer came to Asa king of Judah and said to him: “Because you relied on the king of Aram and not on the Lord your God, the army of the king of Aram has escaped from your hand. For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him. You have done a foolish thing, and from now on you will be at war.” (2 Chronicles 16:7, 9)

Be assured that He delights in showing Himself strong in the challenges of our life. And when He proves His power on our behalf, let’s remember to give Him the glory!

All of God’s promises are backed by His wisdom, love, and power.

When my strength is weak, teach me to trust that Your mighty arm is able to guard, protect, and deliver!

Wednesday, 11 September 2013

Verse from 1 John

神对我们的爱,我们已经明白了,而且相信了。神就是爱;住在爱里面的,就住在神里面,神也住在他里面。(约翰壹书 4:16)

And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them. (1 John 4:16)

After we’ve experienced God’s love, we then can learn to give love.

A good plan for our lives today: Receive love. Give love. Repeat.

Tuesday, 10 September 2013

Verse from 1 Corinthians

我因着神在基督耶稣里赐给你们的恩典,常常为你们感谢我的神,(哥林多前书 1:4)

I always thank my God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus. (1 Corinthians 1:4)

When we see people who are obeying God, let’s take time to affirm them and to thank God for what He’s doing through them.

Monday, 9 September 2013

Verse from Psalm

求你以你的真理引导我,教训我, 因为你是拯救我的神;我整天等候的就是你。(诗篇 25:5)

Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long. (Psalm 25:5)

Wanting to be a teachable follower of God, David looked to his Redeemer for direction. His heart’s desire was to wait on God with dependent faith throughout the entire day.

Let Christ be first in your thoughts in the morning, and last in your thoughts at night.

Sunday, 8 September 2013

Verse from Daniel

那些有智慧的必发光,好象穹苍的光体;那些使许多人归义的必发光,如同星星,直到永永远远。(但以理书 12:3)

Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars for ever and ever. (Daniel 12:3)

When we shine the light of Christ in dark places where we live and work, He is lighting up the night sky with stars that never will go out.

Saturday, 7 September 2013

Verse from Psalm

耶和华啊!你鉴察了我,你认识我。(诗篇 139:1)

You have searched me, Lord, and you know me. (Psalm 139:1)

We can trust our all-knowing God, He knows us even more than we know ourselves.

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Friday, 6 September 2013

Verse from 1 Peter

像初生婴孩爱慕那纯净的灵奶,好叫你们靠它长大,进入救恩; 彼得前书 2:2)

Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, (1 Peter 2:2)

Let us always yearn/long for His words!

Thursday, 5 September 2013

Verse from 1 Timothy

其实敬虔而又知足,就是得大利的途径,因为我们没有带甚么到世上来,也不能带甚么去。(提摩太前书 6:6, 7)

But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. (1 Timothy 6:6, 7)

Wednesday, 4 September 2013

Verse from Philippians

不要自私自利,也不要贪图虚荣,只要谦卑,看别人比自己强; 各人不要单顾自己的事,也要顾别人的事。 (腓立比书 2:3, 4)

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. (Philippians 2:3, 4)

Tuesday, 3 September 2013

Verse from Ecclesiastes

他怎样从母胎赤身而来,也必怎样赤身而去;在劳碌中得来的,他的手也带不走甚么。(传道书 5:15)

Everyone comes naked from their mother’s womb, and as everyone comes, so they depart. They take nothing from their toil that they can carry in their hands. (Ecclesiastes 5:15)

A reminder to not blindly chase after the things from the world. 

Monday, 2 September 2013

Verse from Colossians

无论你们作甚么,都要从心里去作,像是为主作的,不是为人作的,(歌罗西书 3:23)

Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, (Colossians 3:23)

Do your studies/work in ways that will honor God, and not human masters. 

Sunday, 1 September 2013

Verse from Exodus

六日要劳碌,作你一切工作。但第七日是耶和华你的神的安息日;这一日,你和你的儿女,你的仆婢和牲畜,以及住在你城里的寄居者,不可作任何的工。(出埃及记 20:9, 10)

Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your male or female servant, nor your animals, nor any foreigner residing in your towns. (Exodus 20:9, 10)

We are called to slow down, to be refreshed physically, mentally, and emotionally, and to behold God in His good creation. 

Lord, I need spiritual and physical rest. Help me to deliberately take the time to spend with You.
Please remove any obstacle that keeps me from having a more balanced rhythm to my life.

Let us set aside Sunday to not work.