We are grateful
We thank God for the beauty that He has placed all around us. Sometimes, life seems so hard and so dark that we can not see the wonderful things all around us. We ask God to help us to focus on You and all that You have made for us to enjoy
Ecclesiastes 3:11a
He has made everything beautiful in its time
Stops & Steps 1967 29Feb2012
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Stops & Steps 1966 28Feb2012
Be compassionate
God is always with us, giving us support and testimony of His great love for this world. God helps us to walk in obedience and compassion in all that we do everyday of our lives. In any situation, we react with a prayer, or a kind word or a help hand. All these is made possible because God is always with us.
Galatians 5:22-23a
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.
Stops & Steps 1966 28Feb2012
God is always with us, giving us support and testimony of His great love for this world. God helps us to walk in obedience and compassion in all that we do everyday of our lives. In any situation, we react with a prayer, or a kind word or a help hand. All these is made possible because God is always with us.
Galatians 5:22-23a
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.
Stops & Steps 1966 28Feb2012
Monday, February 27, 2012
Stops & Steps 1965 27Feb2012
HE has not changed
We can find comfort in the knowledge that God will always be there, constant and unchanging. God is always there to provide hope for those with faith. God help us to live a life full of thanksgiving for the salvation You have brought.
Hebrews 13 : 8
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
Stops & Steps 1965 27Feb2012
We can find comfort in the knowledge that God will always be there, constant and unchanging. God is always there to provide hope for those with faith. God help us to live a life full of thanksgiving for the salvation You have brought.
Hebrews 13 : 8
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
Stops & Steps 1965 27Feb2012
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Stops & Steps 1964 26Feb2012
HE never leaves us
God has for countless generations, watched over us. He has seen kingdoms rise and fall, the clashing of civilizations and the changing of cultures across the globe. Throughout all of those events and times, He has never abandoned or forsaken us. God speak to us today, and let us know what You want us to do with our lives.
Job 28:24
For he views the ends of the earth and sees everything under the heavens.
Stops & Steps 1964 26Feb2012
God has for countless generations, watched over us. He has seen kingdoms rise and fall, the clashing of civilizations and the changing of cultures across the globe. Throughout all of those events and times, He has never abandoned or forsaken us. God speak to us today, and let us know what You want us to do with our lives.
Job 28:24
For he views the ends of the earth and sees everything under the heavens.
Stops & Steps 1964 26Feb2012
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Stops & Steps 1963 25Feb2012
HE sets us free
God, release us from the pressures that sometimes bring us to anger. Help us to seek a way that we may break the bond of anger and leash it, for there is no good use for it. Enable us, by putting our trust in You, to be careful and to devote ourselves to doing what is good and well pleasing in Your sight.
Titus 3:8
This is a trustworthy saying. And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted in God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for everyone.
Stops & Steps 1963 25Feb2012
God, release us from the pressures that sometimes bring us to anger. Help us to seek a way that we may break the bond of anger and leash it, for there is no good use for it. Enable us, by putting our trust in You, to be careful and to devote ourselves to doing what is good and well pleasing in Your sight.
Titus 3:8
This is a trustworthy saying. And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted in God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for everyone.
Stops & Steps 1963 25Feb2012
Friday, February 24, 2012
Stops & Steps 1962 24Feb2012
HE is our strength
God straightens out our lives. We put our trust in Him for His guidance and assistance. Our flesh and our heart may fail, but He is the strength of our heart
Psalm 73 : 23 - 26
Nevertheless, I am continually with you; you hold my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will receive me to glory. Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Stops & Steps 1962 24Feb2012
God straightens out our lives. We put our trust in Him for His guidance and assistance. Our flesh and our heart may fail, but He is the strength of our heart
Psalm 73 : 23 - 26
Nevertheless, I am continually with you; you hold my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will receive me to glory. Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Stops & Steps 1962 24Feb2012
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Stops & Steps 1961 23Feb2012
HE forgives and heals us
God knows everything about our lives. God knows the hurts we carry in our hearts and the mistakes that still burn in our minds. Forgive us and heal us. Be merciful and compassionate.
Matthew 9:5
Which is easier: to say, "Your sins are forgiven," or to say, "Get up and walk"?
Stops & Steps 1961 23Feb2012
God knows everything about our lives. God knows the hurts we carry in our hearts and the mistakes that still burn in our minds. Forgive us and heal us. Be merciful and compassionate.
Matthew 9:5
Which is easier: to say, "Your sins are forgiven," or to say, "Get up and walk"?
Stops & Steps 1961 23Feb2012
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Stops & Steps 1960 22Feb2012
HE guides us
God, Your word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our paths. Open our eyes and hearts so that we may stay on the right path-Your path- and help others do the same.
Psalm 119 : 105
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
Stops & Steps 1960 22Feb2012
God, Your word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our paths. Open our eyes and hearts so that we may stay on the right path-Your path- and help others do the same.
Psalm 119 : 105
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
Stops & Steps 1960 22Feb2012
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Stops & Steps 1959 21Feb2012
We are shortsighted
We see only the immediate circumstances. Often all we see is ourselves. God forgive us, we pray. We know Your Word is true. God, we are depending on You to give our life back with bonus and blessing when we give of ourselves.
Luke 6:38
Give away your life; you'll find life given back, but not merely given back -- given back with bonus and blessing. Giving, not getting, is the way. Generosity begets generosity.
Stops & Steps 1959 21Feb2012
We see only the immediate circumstances. Often all we see is ourselves. God forgive us, we pray. We know Your Word is true. God, we are depending on You to give our life back with bonus and blessing when we give of ourselves.
Luke 6:38
Give away your life; you'll find life given back, but not merely given back -- given back with bonus and blessing. Giving, not getting, is the way. Generosity begets generosity.
Stops & Steps 1959 21Feb2012
Monday, February 20, 2012
Stops & Steps 1958 20Feb2012
Seek HIM
We ask God to encourage us to seek help and healing through confession and counselling for the things that weary our souls, burden our hearts, and unsettle our minds.
Deuteronomy 29:29
The secret things belong to the Lord our God, but the things revealed belong to us and to our children for ever, that we may follow all the words of this law.
Stops & Steps 1958 20Feb2012
We ask God to encourage us to seek help and healing through confession and counselling for the things that weary our souls, burden our hearts, and unsettle our minds.
Deuteronomy 29:29
The secret things belong to the Lord our God, but the things revealed belong to us and to our children for ever, that we may follow all the words of this law.
Stops & Steps 1958 20Feb2012
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Stops & Steps 1957 19Feb2012
Patience is better than pride
God help us to serve You and manage our lives and family, too, in a way that serves up satisfying and consistently pleasing results.
Ecclesiastes 7 : 8
"The end of a matter is better than its beginning, and patience is better than pride."
Stops & Steps 1957 19Feb2012
God help us to serve You and manage our lives and family, too, in a way that serves up satisfying and consistently pleasing results.
Ecclesiastes 7 : 8
"The end of a matter is better than its beginning, and patience is better than pride."
Stops & Steps 1957 19Feb2012
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Stops & Steps 1956 18Feb2012
HE is always with us
God we are determined to stand fast in our daily battles. Please fill us with Your strength as we seek to be faithful to You and live our lives with integrity. We put our trust in You, and we find comfort in the knowledge that You will not leave our side.
Ephesians 6 : 16 - 19
In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel.
Stops & Steps 1956 18Feb2012
God we are determined to stand fast in our daily battles. Please fill us with Your strength as we seek to be faithful to You and live our lives with integrity. We put our trust in You, and we find comfort in the knowledge that You will not leave our side.
Ephesians 6 : 16 - 19
In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel.
Stops & Steps 1956 18Feb2012
Friday, February 17, 2012
Stops & Steps 1955 17Feb2012
Be forgiving
God as You have forgiven me with your Son’s suffering and sacrifice, may we also forgive all those who have sinned against us.
Mark 11 : 25
And whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone, so that your Father also who is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.
Stops & Steps 1955 17Feb2012
God as You have forgiven me with your Son’s suffering and sacrifice, may we also forgive all those who have sinned against us.
Mark 11 : 25
And whenever you stand praying, forgive, if you have anything against anyone, so that your Father also who is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.
Stops & Steps 1955 17Feb2012
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Stops & Steps 1954 16Feb2012
Interact with others
When we are hurting or weighed down, we do not want to be around people. We want to isolate ourselves. God wants us to be with people. We need others to help us along in the hard spots in life, to encourage us, to help us to reach out to others among whom we can begin to heal.
2 Timothy 3:16
Every Scripture passage is inspired by God. All of them are useful for teaching, pointing out errors, correcting people, and training them for a life that has God's approval.
Stops & Steps 1954 16Feb2012
When we are hurting or weighed down, we do not want to be around people. We want to isolate ourselves. God wants us to be with people. We need others to help us along in the hard spots in life, to encourage us, to help us to reach out to others among whom we can begin to heal.
2 Timothy 3:16
Every Scripture passage is inspired by God. All of them are useful for teaching, pointing out errors, correcting people, and training them for a life that has God's approval.
Stops & Steps 1954 16Feb2012
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Stops & Steps 1953 15Feb2012
Using our gifts correctly
God we thank You for the gifts you have given to us. We ask that you would help us to find the right way to use them. Please give us ears to hear exactly what you have planned for us.
Jeremiah 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 a hope and a future.'"
Stops & Steps 1953 15Feb2012
God we thank You for the gifts you have given to us. We ask that you would help us to find the right way to use them. Please give us ears to hear exactly what you have planned for us.
Jeremiah 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 a hope and a future.'"
Stops & Steps 1953 15Feb2012
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Stops & Steps 1952 14Feb2012
Do the right thing
God help us do what is right because it is what Jesus would want us to do. Help us to do the right thing when people are watching as well as when we think we're alone.
Romans 2 : 14 - 16
For when Gentiles, who do not have the law, by nature do what the law requires, they are a law to themselves, even though they do not have the law. They show that the work of the law is written on their hearts, while their conscience also bears witness, and their conflicting thoughts accuse or even excuse them on that day when, according to my gospel, God judges the secrets of men by Christ Jesus.
Stops & Steps 1952 14Feb2012
God help us do what is right because it is what Jesus would want us to do. Help us to do the right thing when people are watching as well as when we think we're alone.
Romans 2 : 14 - 16
For when Gentiles, who do not have the law, by nature do what the law requires, they are a law to themselves, even though they do not have the law. They show that the work of the law is written on their hearts, while their conscience also bears witness, and their conflicting thoughts accuse or even excuse them on that day when, according to my gospel, God judges the secrets of men by Christ Jesus.
Stops & Steps 1952 14Feb2012
Monday, February 13, 2012
Stops & Steps 1951 13Feb2012
Be patient
We ask God to give us the wisdom to control our temper, whether we are dealing with obstacles and difficulties. We give thanks that with God’s help, we can handle whatever we are facing
Proverbs 14 : 29
Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly.
Stops & Steps 1951 13Feb2012
We ask God to give us the wisdom to control our temper, whether we are dealing with obstacles and difficulties. We give thanks that with God’s help, we can handle whatever we are facing
Proverbs 14 : 29
Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly.
Stops & Steps 1951 13Feb2012
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Stops & Steps 1950 12Feb2012
Have faith
There are some situations in which we feel powerless and have no control. When we, or our loved ones, are suffering from illness, injury, or even addiction, we wish that everything would clear up quickly and completely. We ask God to grant us the patience to wait for healing and to remain hopeful in our hearts, especially during those moments and times when our anxieties, impatience, and frustration threaten to wear us down.
Mark 8:25
Once more Jesus put his hands on the man's eyes. Then his eyes were opened, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly.
Stops & Steps 1950 12Feb2012
There are some situations in which we feel powerless and have no control. When we, or our loved ones, are suffering from illness, injury, or even addiction, we wish that everything would clear up quickly and completely. We ask God to grant us the patience to wait for healing and to remain hopeful in our hearts, especially during those moments and times when our anxieties, impatience, and frustration threaten to wear us down.
Mark 8:25
Once more Jesus put his hands on the man's eyes. Then his eyes were opened, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly.
Stops & Steps 1950 12Feb2012
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Stops & Steps 1949 11Feb2012
HE is always there
God is always there to help us to weather the storms of life, to keep us from falling and to help us climb the hills that so often present themselves in our path and cause us to fear.
Psalm 23:4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me.
Stops & Steps 1949 11Feb2012
God is always there to help us to weather the storms of life, to keep us from falling and to help us climb the hills that so often present themselves in our path and cause us to fear.
Psalm 23:4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me.
Stops & Steps 1949 11Feb2012
Stops & Steps 1948 11Feb2012
HE cares for us
God is concerned and cares about each one of us. He knows us and sees us and hears us. Nothing is hidden from God. We ask God to enable us to be sensitive to those around us who does not know about HIS love for them
Matthew 10:29,31
Are not two little sparrows sold for a penny? And yet not one of them will fall to the ground without your Father's leave (consent) and notice. Fear not, then; you are of more value than many sparrows.
Stops & Steps 1948 11Feb2012
God is concerned and cares about each one of us. He knows us and sees us and hears us. Nothing is hidden from God. We ask God to enable us to be sensitive to those around us who does not know about HIS love for them
Matthew 10:29,31
Are not two little sparrows sold for a penny? And yet not one of them will fall to the ground without your Father's leave (consent) and notice. Fear not, then; you are of more value than many sparrows.
Stops & Steps 1948 11Feb2012
Friday, February 10, 2012
Stops & Steps 1947 10Feb2012
HE guides us
We ask God to help us not to be led astray by yielding to temptation. May each step lead us closer to eternal life with the one and only true Leader: Jesus Christ.
Ephesians 5:1
Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children.
Stops & Steps 1947 10Feb2012
We ask God to help us not to be led astray by yielding to temptation. May each step lead us closer to eternal life with the one and only true Leader: Jesus Christ.
Ephesians 5:1
Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children.
Stops & Steps 1947 10Feb2012
Thursday, February 09, 2012
Stops & Steps 1946 09Feb2012
Pray for others
Let us ask God to help those who are worried about what the days ahead may bring, those who face job losses, as well as those whose homes are filled with fear. We ask God to bring them through these difficulties and give them peace of mind and heart.
Psalm 23 : 6
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
Stops & Steps 1946 09Feb2012
Let us ask God to help those who are worried about what the days ahead may bring, those who face job losses, as well as those whose homes are filled with fear. We ask God to bring them through these difficulties and give them peace of mind and heart.
Psalm 23 : 6
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
Stops & Steps 1946 09Feb2012
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
Stops & Steps 1945 08Feb2012
Seek HIM first
We must ask God to search our hearts and show us the places we have yet to surrender to Him. We must learn to desire to put Him first in all things and to serve Him with gladness in every area of our lives
Matthew 6 : 33
"Seek ye first the kingdom of God."
Stops & Steps 1945 08Feb2012
We must ask God to search our hearts and show us the places we have yet to surrender to Him. We must learn to desire to put Him first in all things and to serve Him with gladness in every area of our lives
Matthew 6 : 33
"Seek ye first the kingdom of God."
Stops & Steps 1945 08Feb2012
Tuesday, February 07, 2012
Stops & Steps 1944 07Feb2012
Learn to prioritize wisely
We have the tendency to focus on our own earthly priorities. We ignore the commitments that really count. We ask God to help us to align our priorities wisely
Colossians 3:17
And whatever you do, in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Ephesians 5:15-16a
Be careful then how you live, not as unwise people but as wise, making the most of the time.
Stops & Steps 1944 07Feb2012
We have the tendency to focus on our own earthly priorities. We ignore the commitments that really count. We ask God to help us to align our priorities wisely
Colossians 3:17
And whatever you do, in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Ephesians 5:15-16a
Be careful then how you live, not as unwise people but as wise, making the most of the time.
Stops & Steps 1944 07Feb2012
Monday, February 06, 2012
Stops & Steps 1943 06Feb2012
HE does it for our own good
We know that God works in our lives. God disciplines us and even though the lessons may not be pleasant, we do yield to those times and accept them as for our own good and for His glory.
Philippians 1:6
God is the one who began this good work in you, and I am certain that he won't stop before it is complete on the day that Christ Jesus returns.
Stops & Steps 1943 06Feb2012
We know that God works in our lives. God disciplines us and even though the lessons may not be pleasant, we do yield to those times and accept them as for our own good and for His glory.
Philippians 1:6
God is the one who began this good work in you, and I am certain that he won't stop before it is complete on the day that Christ Jesus returns.
Stops & Steps 1943 06Feb2012
Sunday, February 05, 2012
Stops & Steps 1942 05Feb2012
Tell others about HIM
We ask God to move the hearts of those who hear Gospel messages. We ask God for wisdom, boldness and commitment as we share with others about God’s love for each and everyone of us.
Romans 8:19
For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God
Stops & Steps 1942 05Feb2012
We ask God to move the hearts of those who hear Gospel messages. We ask God for wisdom, boldness and commitment as we share with others about God’s love for each and everyone of us.
Romans 8:19
For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God
Stops & Steps 1942 05Feb2012
Saturday, February 04, 2012
Stops & Steps 1941 04Feb2012
Be grateful
We confide in God that as we look back through history we see signs of His presence in the lives of His people. We look back at our own lives and see those places and times when He did for us what we could not do for ourselves. Today, as we face the challenges of our lives, we ask God to keep us mindful of His presence and the gifts He has given us that allow us to make our way in the world.
Joshua 5:9-12
“The LORD said to Joshua, "Today I have rolled away from you the disgrace of Egypt." And so that place is called Gilgal to this day. While the Israelites were camped in Gilgal they kept the passover in the evening on the fourteenth day of the month in the plains of Jericho. On the day after the passover, on that very day, they ate the produce of the land, uneavened cakes and parched grain. The manna ceased on the day they ate the produce of the land, and the Israelites no longer had manna; they ate the crops of the land of Canaan that year.”
Stops & Steps 1941 04Feb2012
We confide in God that as we look back through history we see signs of His presence in the lives of His people. We look back at our own lives and see those places and times when He did for us what we could not do for ourselves. Today, as we face the challenges of our lives, we ask God to keep us mindful of His presence and the gifts He has given us that allow us to make our way in the world.
Joshua 5:9-12
“The LORD said to Joshua, "Today I have rolled away from you the disgrace of Egypt." And so that place is called Gilgal to this day. While the Israelites were camped in Gilgal they kept the passover in the evening on the fourteenth day of the month in the plains of Jericho. On the day after the passover, on that very day, they ate the produce of the land, uneavened cakes and parched grain. The manna ceased on the day they ate the produce of the land, and the Israelites no longer had manna; they ate the crops of the land of Canaan that year.”
Stops & Steps 1941 04Feb2012
Friday, February 03, 2012
Stops & Steps 1940 03Feb2012
Be humble
We ask God for the power of the Holy Spirit to guide and direct us to serve Him everyday. To fill us with meekness and to give us peace as we face things in our lives that make us angry.
James 1:19-21
Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness that God requires. Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.
Stops & Steps 1940 03Feb2012
We ask God for the power of the Holy Spirit to guide and direct us to serve Him everyday. To fill us with meekness and to give us peace as we face things in our lives that make us angry.
James 1:19-21
Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness that God requires. Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.
Stops & Steps 1940 03Feb2012
Thursday, February 02, 2012
Stops & Steps 1939 02Feb2012
Cherish our gifts
We praise God for the gift of each new day and the witness of creation reminding us that He is Great. May we never take for granted but cherish and respect this precious world He has placed us in.
Psalm 63:2-5
I have seen you in your sanctuary and gazed upon your power and glory. Your unfailing love is better than life itself; how I praise you! I will praise you as long as I live, lifting up my hands to you in prayer. You satisfy me more than the richest feast. I will praise you with songs of joy.
Stops & Steps 1939 02Feb2012
We praise God for the gift of each new day and the witness of creation reminding us that He is Great. May we never take for granted but cherish and respect this precious world He has placed us in.
Psalm 63:2-5
I have seen you in your sanctuary and gazed upon your power and glory. Your unfailing love is better than life itself; how I praise you! I will praise you as long as I live, lifting up my hands to you in prayer. You satisfy me more than the richest feast. I will praise you with songs of joy.
Stops & Steps 1939 02Feb2012
Wednesday, February 01, 2012
Stops & Steps 1938 01Feb2012
Do not be anxious
We rejoice in God that we can find strength and support in His promise. We ask God to help us to cast all our anxiety and cares upon Him.
1 Peter 5 : 7
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
Stops & Steps 1938 01Feb2012
We rejoice in God that we can find strength and support in His promise. We ask God to help us to cast all our anxiety and cares upon Him.
1 Peter 5 : 7
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
Stops & Steps 1938 01Feb2012
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