Our priorities
We ask God to teach us to hold spiritual things more firmly and to pay less attention to the things of this world. We ask God to guide and direct us in building up treasures in heaven for His sake.
Matthew 6:19-21
Do not store up treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is there your heart will be also.
Stops & Steps 2028 30Apr2012
Monday, April 30, 2012
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Stops & Steps 2027 29Apr2012
New versus old
We ask God to forgive us when we search for and indulge in stuff that is old, decayed and not worthy of remembrance. We ask God to help us to remember that He has made us new again.
Philippians 3:7,8
But whatever things were gain to me, those things I have counted as loss for the sake of Christ. More than that, I count all things to be loss in view of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things. And count them but rubbish so that I may gain Christ.
Stops & Steps 2027 29Apr2012
We ask God to forgive us when we search for and indulge in stuff that is old, decayed and not worthy of remembrance. We ask God to help us to remember that He has made us new again.
Philippians 3:7,8
But whatever things were gain to me, those things I have counted as loss for the sake of Christ. More than that, I count all things to be loss in view of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things. And count them but rubbish so that I may gain Christ.
Stops & Steps 2027 29Apr2012
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Stops & Steps 2026 28Apr2012
Renewed self
God will not cast us away from His presence. We ask God to help us to sense His presence in our daily lives and create within us a clean heart, and renew a right spirit within us.
James 4:8,10
Come near to God and He will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.
Stops & Steps 2026 28Apr2012
God will not cast us away from His presence. We ask God to help us to sense His presence in our daily lives and create within us a clean heart, and renew a right spirit within us.
James 4:8,10
Come near to God and He will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.
Stops & Steps 2026 28Apr2012
Friday, April 27, 2012
Stops & Steps 2025 27Apr2012
Stop and listen
In our busy lives, God’s whisper to us often goes unnoticed. We ask God to help us to stop and listen, so that His voice can be heard over the distractions in our lives
1 Samuel 3:9
If he calls you again, say, "Speak, Lord, your servant is listening."
Stops & Steps 2025 27Apr2012
In our busy lives, God’s whisper to us often goes unnoticed. We ask God to help us to stop and listen, so that His voice can be heard over the distractions in our lives
1 Samuel 3:9
If he calls you again, say, "Speak, Lord, your servant is listening."
Stops & Steps 2025 27Apr2012
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Stops & Steps 2024 26Apr2012
HE nudges
We ask God to forgive us when we do not listen to His quiet, still voice. We ask God to calm our spirit so we will be able to hear Him when He speaks to us.
Psalm 46:10
Be still, and know that I am God
Stops & Steps 2024 26Apr2012
We ask God to forgive us when we do not listen to His quiet, still voice. We ask God to calm our spirit so we will be able to hear Him when He speaks to us.
Psalm 46:10
Be still, and know that I am God
Stops & Steps 2024 26Apr2012
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Stops & Steps 2023 25Apr2012
HE is always around us
God is always present with us. He is there in our times of greatest need. He is there in the normal activities of our work and our play.
Deuteronomy 31:8
The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.
Stops & Steps 2023 25Apr2012
God is always present with us. He is there in our times of greatest need. He is there in the normal activities of our work and our play.
Deuteronomy 31:8
The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.
Stops & Steps 2023 25Apr2012
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Stops & Steps 2022 24Apr2012
Be thankful
We are grateful to God and ask that His blessings be upon us. May we use to your glory the gifts you have so graciously given us. We are truly thankful.
Colossians 3:17
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Stops & Steps 2022 24Apr2012
We are grateful to God and ask that His blessings be upon us. May we use to your glory the gifts you have so graciously given us. We are truly thankful.
Colossians 3:17
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Stops & Steps 2022 24Apr2012
Monday, April 23, 2012
Stops & Steps 2021 23Apr2012
A request for the parents
For all parents, we ask God to keep an ever-watchful eye on our children. Direct their paths and keep them safe from harm and danger. Grant them wisdom and strength to do what is right.
Psalm 56:11
In God I have put my trust, I shall not be afraid
Hebrews 2:13
And again, I will put my trust in Him.
Stops & Steps 2021 23Apr2012
For all parents, we ask God to keep an ever-watchful eye on our children. Direct their paths and keep them safe from harm and danger. Grant them wisdom and strength to do what is right.
Psalm 56:11
In God I have put my trust, I shall not be afraid
Hebrews 2:13
And again, I will put my trust in Him.
Stops & Steps 2021 23Apr2012
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Stops & Steps 2020 22Apr2012
Be contented
God has given us all that we have. He has satisfied the inner need of each of us. We ask God to stop us from chasing after our worldly dreams and to lead us rooted to Him
Ecclesiastes 4:6
Better a handful with tranquillity than two hands full with toil and chasing after wind.
Stops & Steps 2020 22Apr2012
God has given us all that we have. He has satisfied the inner need of each of us. We ask God to stop us from chasing after our worldly dreams and to lead us rooted to Him
Ecclesiastes 4:6
Better a handful with tranquillity than two hands full with toil and chasing after wind.
Stops & Steps 2020 22Apr2012
Saturday, April 21, 2012
Stops & Steps 2019 21Apr2012
Different views
Today we are faced with generation gaps. Each generation does not know how to approach the other. We ask God to open the doors of opportunity, and open our mouths in encouragement and blessing. We ask God to enable the elders to inspire the youngsters to have the vision He would have them embrace for their lives.
Ephesians 4:11,15,16
It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers. Speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ. From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.
Stops & Steps 2019 21Apr2012
Today we are faced with generation gaps. Each generation does not know how to approach the other. We ask God to open the doors of opportunity, and open our mouths in encouragement and blessing. We ask God to enable the elders to inspire the youngsters to have the vision He would have them embrace for their lives.
Ephesians 4:11,15,16
It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers. Speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ. From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.
Stops & Steps 2019 21Apr2012
Friday, April 20, 2012
Stops & Steps 2018 20Apr2012
HE knows our thoughts
God, you know us better than we know ourselves. You know what trash lies in our minds that needs removing. Perform your spiritual cleaning today.
Psalm 139:1-3
O Lord, you have searched me and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar, you discern my going out and my lying down, you are familiar with all my ways.
Romans 8:27
God looks to see what is in people's hearts. And He knows what the Spirit is going to do. The Spirit talks to God for God's people. And He asks for them what God wants them to have.
Stops & Steps 2018 20Apr2012
God, you know us better than we know ourselves. You know what trash lies in our minds that needs removing. Perform your spiritual cleaning today.
Psalm 139:1-3
O Lord, you have searched me and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar, you discern my going out and my lying down, you are familiar with all my ways.
Romans 8:27
God looks to see what is in people's hearts. And He knows what the Spirit is going to do. The Spirit talks to God for God's people. And He asks for them what God wants them to have.
Stops & Steps 2018 20Apr2012
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Stops & Steps 2017 19Apr2012
Faith
God, give us the faith to trust and the courage to "walk the walk", claiming Your promise that You go before us, even to the ends of the earth.
Hebrews 11:1
Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.
Stops & Steps 2017 19Apr2012
God, give us the faith to trust and the courage to "walk the walk", claiming Your promise that You go before us, even to the ends of the earth.
Hebrews 11:1
Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.
Stops & Steps 2017 19Apr2012
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Stops & Steps 2016 18Apr2012
Discipline
We ask God to discipline us. See if there is any offensive way in us, and lead us in the way everlasting
Proverbs 3:11-12
My son, do not despise the Lord's discipline and do not resent his rebuke, because the Lord disciplines those he loves, as a father the son he delights in.
Exodus 15:7
In the greatness of your majesty you threw down those who opposed you. You unleashed your burning anger; it consumed them like stubble.
Stops & Steps 2016 18Apr2012
We ask God to discipline us. See if there is any offensive way in us, and lead us in the way everlasting
Proverbs 3:11-12
My son, do not despise the Lord's discipline and do not resent his rebuke, because the Lord disciplines those he loves, as a father the son he delights in.
Exodus 15:7
In the greatness of your majesty you threw down those who opposed you. You unleashed your burning anger; it consumed them like stubble.
Stops & Steps 2016 18Apr2012
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Stops & Steps 2015 17Apr2012
Keep going
God, help us this day to make and take the time to continue to press on towards a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through the spiritual disciplines of study and prayer.
Colossians 3:1-4
Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.
Stops & Steps 2015 17Apr2012
God, help us this day to make and take the time to continue to press on towards a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through the spiritual disciplines of study and prayer.
Colossians 3:1-4
Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.
Stops & Steps 2015 17Apr2012
Monday, April 16, 2012
Stops & Steps 2014 16Apr2012
God, we thank you for time: time for healing, time for growing, time for returning to you. Thank you for being with us during all times, always.
Psalm 121:8
The Lord will guard your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forever.
Stops & Steps 2014 16Apr2012
Psalm 121:8
The Lord will guard your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forever.
Stops & Steps 2014 16Apr2012
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Stops & Steps 2013 15Apr2012
HE does not fail us
God, we thank You that you hear us, and that you are here with us. We thank you that you watch over us and protect us whilst we are vulnerable or incapable. We thank you that no one slips through your omniscience. Grant us your grace to lift us up and lead us on. Let us not be distracted by the details of life today.
Isaiah 40:31
But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
1 Corinthians 15:50
I declare to you, brothers, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, nor does the perishable inherit the imperishable.
Stops & Steps 2013 15Apr2012
God, we thank You that you hear us, and that you are here with us. We thank you that you watch over us and protect us whilst we are vulnerable or incapable. We thank you that no one slips through your omniscience. Grant us your grace to lift us up and lead us on. Let us not be distracted by the details of life today.
Isaiah 40:31
But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
1 Corinthians 15:50
I declare to you, brothers, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, nor does the perishable inherit the imperishable.
Stops & Steps 2013 15Apr2012
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Stops & Steps 2012 14Apr2012
Counting our blessings
God, we thank you for the time that you have given us. May we always be faithful in all of our actions and words as we live this time.
Romans 5:5
And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Spirit which is given unto us.
Stops & Steps 2012 14Apr2012
God, we thank you for the time that you have given us. May we always be faithful in all of our actions and words as we live this time.
Romans 5:5
And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Spirit which is given unto us.
Stops & Steps 2012 14Apr2012
Friday, April 13, 2012
Stops & Steps 2011 13Apr2012
Encourage one another
God, we thank you for a voice to speak of you. Forgive us when we use it only for other purpose. Help us to bring someone to know You, someone who yearns for Christian fellowship. Help us to use our voice to invite them, to be the ones to lead them there.
Hebrews 10:24-25
And let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the day drawing near.
Stops & Steps 2011 13Apr2012
God, we thank you for a voice to speak of you. Forgive us when we use it only for other purpose. Help us to bring someone to know You, someone who yearns for Christian fellowship. Help us to use our voice to invite them, to be the ones to lead them there.
Hebrews 10:24-25
And let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the day drawing near.
Stops & Steps 2011 13Apr2012
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Stops & Steps 2010 12Apr2012
Forgiveness
God, teach us how to forgive, knowing that in forgiving, we will find forgiveness in You and the burden will be taken away.
Colossians 3:13
Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.
Stops & Steps 2010 12Apr2012
God, teach us how to forgive, knowing that in forgiving, we will find forgiveness in You and the burden will be taken away.
Colossians 3:13
Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.
Stops & Steps 2010 12Apr2012
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Stops & Steps 2009 11Apr2012
What God cannot do
There are things God cannot do. He cannot because He has chosen to assign certain powers to His people. If they will not, his hands are tied. So when we pray “make me do thy will,” we express our will to cooperate with Him.
Matthew 13 : 58
"He did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief"
Matthew 23 : 37
"How often would I have gathered you . . . but ye would not"
Stops & Steps 2009 11Apr2012
There are things God cannot do. He cannot because He has chosen to assign certain powers to His people. If they will not, his hands are tied. So when we pray “make me do thy will,” we express our will to cooperate with Him.
Matthew 13 : 58
"He did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief"
Matthew 23 : 37
"How often would I have gathered you . . . but ye would not"
Stops & Steps 2009 11Apr2012
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Stops & Steps 2008 10Apr2012
Always include HIM in all we do
We must always remember to include God in all we do, knowing that He is always listening to us, and knowing that He is always with us and willing to help us.
Psalm 116:1-2
I love the Lord, because he has heard my voice and my supplications. Because he inclined His ear to me, therefore I will call upon Him as long as I live.
Stops & Steps 2008 10Apr2012
We must always remember to include God in all we do, knowing that He is always listening to us, and knowing that He is always with us and willing to help us.
Psalm 116:1-2
I love the Lord, because he has heard my voice and my supplications. Because he inclined His ear to me, therefore I will call upon Him as long as I live.
Stops & Steps 2008 10Apr2012
Monday, April 09, 2012
Stops & Steps 2007 09Apr2012
Always trust HIM
We trust God at all times. We know that there is a purpose and a time for everything that happens. God is always there and will never leave us nor forsake us in any season of our lives.
Hebrews 13:5
Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee
Ecclesiastes 3:1,11
Everything has its own time, and there is a specific time for every activity under heaven. It is beautiful how God has done everything at the right time.
Stops & Steps 2007 09Apr2012
We trust God at all times. We know that there is a purpose and a time for everything that happens. God is always there and will never leave us nor forsake us in any season of our lives.
Hebrews 13:5
Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee
Ecclesiastes 3:1,11
Everything has its own time, and there is a specific time for every activity under heaven. It is beautiful how God has done everything at the right time.
Stops & Steps 2007 09Apr2012
Sunday, April 08, 2012
Stops & Steps 2006 08Apr2012
HE solves our problems
With God’s help of power and guidance, we are able to overcome our problems.
Matthew 11 : 28
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
Stops & Steps 2006 08Apr2012
With God’s help of power and guidance, we are able to overcome our problems.
Matthew 11 : 28
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
Stops & Steps 2006 08Apr2012
Saturday, April 07, 2012
Stops & Steps 2005 07Apr2012
Trust HIS Word
We ask God to teach us to trust in His Word. We ask God to grant us the gift of discernment and not trust ourselves into following other sheep who may be disguised wolves.
We ask God to grant us the guidance when we speak, when we formulate our thoughts and prepare our replies to all situations. Give us the wisdom to speak with a truthful heart.
Matthew 7 : 15
Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves.
Matthew 5 : 8
"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God
Stops & Steps 2005 07Apr2012
We ask God to teach us to trust in His Word. We ask God to grant us the gift of discernment and not trust ourselves into following other sheep who may be disguised wolves.
We ask God to grant us the guidance when we speak, when we formulate our thoughts and prepare our replies to all situations. Give us the wisdom to speak with a truthful heart.
Matthew 7 : 15
Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves.
Matthew 5 : 8
"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God
Stops & Steps 2005 07Apr2012
Friday, April 06, 2012
Stops & Steps 2004 06Apr2012
HE holds the future
We ask God to help us to see ourselves in His hands. We do not fear what tomorrow holds for He holds the future. We never alone
Psalm 23:4a
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me.
Stops & Steps 2004 06Apr2012
We ask God to help us to see ourselves in His hands. We do not fear what tomorrow holds for He holds the future. We never alone
Psalm 23:4a
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me.
Stops & Steps 2004 06Apr2012
Thursday, April 05, 2012
Stops & Steps 2003 05Apr2012
Right attitude
We learn many important biblical lessons through everyday events of our lives. These lessons instil value and worth in even the most humble tasks. We ask God to help us to keep a right attitude about our daily work
Colossians 3 : 23 - 24
"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving."
Stops & Steps 2003 05Apr2012
We learn many important biblical lessons through everyday events of our lives. These lessons instil value and worth in even the most humble tasks. We ask God to help us to keep a right attitude about our daily work
Colossians 3 : 23 - 24
"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving."
Stops & Steps 2003 05Apr2012
Wednesday, April 04, 2012
Stops & Steps 2002 04Apr2012
Filled with His grace
We want to change. We want to grow. We want to reflect God in our lives. We fail. Let us ask God to forgive us, to help us every minute of the day to follow Him in every decision and to fill us with His grace.
James 1:21
So throw all spoiled virtue and cancerous evil in the garbage. In simple humility, let our gardener, God, landscape you with the Word, making a salvation-garden of your life.
Stops & Steps 2002 04Apr2012
We want to change. We want to grow. We want to reflect God in our lives. We fail. Let us ask God to forgive us, to help us every minute of the day to follow Him in every decision and to fill us with His grace.
James 1:21
So throw all spoiled virtue and cancerous evil in the garbage. In simple humility, let our gardener, God, landscape you with the Word, making a salvation-garden of your life.
Stops & Steps 2002 04Apr2012
Tuesday, April 03, 2012
Stops & Steps 2001 03Apr2012
To do or not to do
Many times we cause damage with what we have done or not done. We ask God to keep our eyes focused on Him and to learn new ways of living, in order to bring honour and glory to His name
Proverbs 4:26
Carefully consider the path for your feet, and all your ways will be established.
Stops & Steps 2001 03Apr2012
Many times we cause damage with what we have done or not done. We ask God to keep our eyes focused on Him and to learn new ways of living, in order to bring honour and glory to His name
Proverbs 4:26
Carefully consider the path for your feet, and all your ways will be established.
Stops & Steps 2001 03Apr2012
Monday, April 02, 2012
Stops & Steps 2000 02Apr2012
Do not worry
Let us turn all our fears and problems to God. It is useless to worry about it since we are not able to fix anything. Nothing is impossible for God !!
Philippians 4 : 6
Don't worry about anything, instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done."
Stops & Steps 2000 02Apr2012
Let us turn all our fears and problems to God. It is useless to worry about it since we are not able to fix anything. Nothing is impossible for God !!
Philippians 4 : 6
Don't worry about anything, instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done."
Stops & Steps 2000 02Apr2012
Sunday, April 01, 2012
Stops & Steps 1999 01Apr2012
Bear with one another
We ask God to give to us the gift of discernment, so that we may know what is right, good, and proper. We ask God to teach us how to bear with one another lovingly, and grant us the grace to forgive each other graciously.
Colossians 3:13
Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.
Stops & Steps 1999 01Apr2012
We ask God to give to us the gift of discernment, so that we may know what is right, good, and proper. We ask God to teach us how to bear with one another lovingly, and grant us the grace to forgive each other graciously.
Colossians 3:13
Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.
Stops & Steps 1999 01Apr2012
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