#Proverbs 21:2

[biblequotesdaily]

All a man’s ways seem right to him, but the LORD weighs the heart.

Proverbs 21:2

[walkswithmyfather]

Genesis 5:21-25 (AMP). [21] “When Enoch was sixty-five years old, he became the father of Methuselah. [22] Enoch walked [in habitual fellowship] with God three hundred years after the birth of Methuselah and had other sons and daughters. [23] So all the days of Enoch were three hundred and sixty-five years. [24] And [in reverent fear and obedience] Enoch walked with God; and he was not [found among men], because God took him [away to be home with Him]. [Heb 11:5] [25] When Methuselah was a hundred and eighty-seven years old, he became the father of Lamech.”

Matthew 6:33 (KJV). “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”

“How to Walk With God” by In Touch Ministries:

“If a relationship with God is our priority, we can rest, knowing He will direct our path.”

Scripture tells us that Enoch’s walk with the Father was so close that “God took him” (Gen. 5:24). This implies Enoch didn’t die but was taken directly into the Lord’s presence. It pleases God when His children seek to follow Him with this same closeness. Consider these aspects of a vibrant walk with the Lord:

• Reconciliation. This term essentially means “God moving toward us.” We can be joyful because the responsibility is all His. Through the cross of Christ, God has already made His move in our direction. 2 Corinthians 5:18 says, “Now all these things are from God, who reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation.”

• Trusting God. We must have faith that, through Jesus, God provides all we need in order to walk intimately with Him.

• Agreement. To appreciate the closeness God longs to have with us, we must agree with what Scripture teaches about His Son, His Word, the church, and sin.

• Fellowship. Just as human relationships fall apart without regular interaction, our intimacy with God weakens when we don’t spend time with Him.

The walk of faith is a beautiful journey. When we seek the Lord above all else, He’ll direct our path (Proverbs 3:5-6).

[faithfullyfound]

do not act out of anger but out of love

"Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit." Proverbs 18:21

This month I have been going through a lot. This week alone I lost someone I considered a friend because she told me that I was "asleep" and that we "were not vibing on the same frequencies." That is seriously what I was told. I became seriously upset. However, I realized that as a Christian and as the Spirit has grown stronger within me I am able to not say necessarily what I want to but instead what I need to. I wanted to lash out and say things that I knew would hurt her like she had hurt me.

"For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control." 2 Timothy 1:17.

However not doing what someone else does and acting out of anger or hurt does not make me weak. No, it makes me strong. Because the best thing we can do is love like God. It is hard especially when someone you cared about and loved so much as a friend hurts you. But there's freedom in not allowing your feelings to control you because you live your life instead of how God intended for you. Death and life are in the tongue and through love, even in our pain, we can be a light to others.

Sometimes a betrayal is a blessing because it allows you to see who is meant to be in your life.

I pray that all those experiencing betrayal feel the love and peace that comes with putting/giving up your problems to God and moving in the way that Jesus would/does. Jesus is the Good Shepard and He will not leave or forsake you in the midst of your struggles or pain. So cling to Him and move with a love that you can only experience by loving Him.

[wiirocku]

Proverbs 2:21 (KJV)- For the upright shall dwell in the land, and the perfect shall remain in it.

[bojackson54]

The Heart of the Matter is, Your. Heart. Matters.

What goes into your heart matters. What comes out of it matters, too. For people who didn’t have EKG’s, cardiologists, or heart hospitals, the ancient Hebrew people were pretty wise about matters of the heart. Solomon in particular seemed to have a deep understanding of the way the heart functions, and his Book of Proverbs is full of references to it. With all of our technology, do you think we…

[touchofgoddotworld]

No Matter The Darkness In The World, God Still Has Plans For Those Who Call Him Lord (269) - October 26 2024

Choose your Podcast App to Play this episode For those who love the Lord [who hold Him in affectionate reverence, promptly obeying Him and gratefully recognizing the benefits He has bestowed], what eye has not seen and ear has not heard and has not entered into the heart of man, [all that] God has prepared (made and keeps ready) for them. This is what 1 Corinthians 2:9 speaks about. The believer…

[blushcoloreddreams]

9 ways to love

Listen without interrupting - Proverbs 18:13

Speak without accusing - James 1:19

Give without sparing - Proverbs 21:26

Pray without ceasing - Colossians 1:9

Answer without arguing - Proverbs 17:01

Promise without forgetting - proverbs 13:12

Enjoy without complaining - Philippians 2:14

Trust without wavering - Corinthians 13:7

Forgive without punishing - Colossians 3:13

[garden-of-thoughts-fruit-of-lips]

When recognizing a mistake, don't you instinctively strive for improvement? Similarly, when life knocks someone down, don't they inherently seek to rise stronger than before?

Our inner light is the greatest source of guidance. Is it not fitting that celebrities are called stars, shining bright? When we close our eyes, darkness fades, revealing our own radiant potential. Didn't the dragon's tail sweep away a third of the stars and hurled them to earth, reminding us God's Word is our eternal illumination?

Please pick a color to read. Or read them all 📚

Revelation 18:1

Revelation 21:23

Ezekiel 43:2

Genesis 2:1

Genesis 1:26

John 1:4

John 1:5

Revelation 12:1

Romans 12:2

Revelation 22:5

John 8:12

John 5:35

Isaiah 60:2

Psalms 36:9

Psalms 119:105

Matthew 5:16

Proverbs 4:18

Proverbs 6:23

2 Corinthians 4:4

Revelation 12:4

2 Corinthians 11:14

[hermajestyimher]

Redeeming the Law of Attraction: A Believer's Guide to Manifestation in Alignment with God

I receive a lot of questions from you guys regarding how to reconcile the LOA and your faith at the same time. Or whether that's even possible. I fully agree that as a Believer, it can be confusing to navigate the concept of the Law of Attraction (LOA), especially given how closely it mirrors some Biblical principles, yet how deeply it has been distorted by New Age ideologies. While many LOA teachings emphasize personal power, manifestation, and relying on "raising your vibration," the Bible teaches us that all good things come from God (James 1:17) and that He alone is the true source of our abundance, protection, and fulfillment. So how do we reconcile this principle with our faith without veering into pride or idolatry? My opinion is that the answer lies in understanding LOA as a created principle that's part of God's divine order and not a substitute for God Himself.

1. God Is the Source, Not Us

Deuteronomy 8:17–18 gives us a direct warning against self-idolatry: “You may say to yourself, ‘My power and the strength of my hands have produced this wealth for me.’ But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth.” The core issue with many LOA teachings is the belief that we can bring things to pass through our own will or energy, independent of divine grace. But Scripture reminds us that every ability, every blessing, and every outcome we achieve ultimately comes from God.

When we remove God from the equation, we risk elevating ourselves to the place of the Creator. This is the same pride that led to the fall of Lucifer and the rebellion of Israel. We see it played out in the consequences of Israel's disobedience and reliance on their own understanding, leading to exile and suffering (Isaiah 30:1–2; Hosea 4:6).

2. Pride Destroys, Alignment Protects

Manifestation without humility is a spiritual trap. The more we insist on controlling outcomes, the further we drift from the protection that comes through surrender to God. Proverbs 16:18 says, “Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.” Even when we are pursuing good things, if we do so without seeking God, we step out of alignment with His covering.

In the New Age framework, the LOA often becomes a form of self-worship. But for the Believer, true manifestation is not about making ourselves gods, but about aligning with the will and timing of the one true God. The difference is critical. God’s protection, insight, and timing are what shield us from attracting things that may look good but ultimately destroy us.

3. We Are Co-Creators, Not Sovereigns

The Bible tells us in Psalm 82:6, “You are gods; you are all sons of the Most High.” This doesn’t mean we are divine in the same sense as God, but that we are made in His image (Genesis 1:26–27), given creative power through our words, thoughts, and actions. Proverbs 18:21 says, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue,” and Jesus Himself said, “Whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours” (Mark 11:24).

We are, in a sense, spiritual creators—but under divine authority. The moment we see ourselves as sovereign over our lives without God’s governance, we step into dangerous territory. We may manifest what we think we want, but without discernment, we often call in things rooted in trauma, pride, lust, or broken ambition.

4. The LOA Is Real, but Fulfillment Comes from God

We should not deny that there is truth to the Law of Attraction. Our thoughts, emotions, and spoken words have power. But that doesn’t mean we are the ultimate power. God created the universe to operate on spiritual principles: sowing and reaping (Galatians 6:7), asking and receiving (Matthew 7:7), faith and expectation (Hebrews 11:1).

Non-believers can and do use these principles to gain success. But without God’s direction, success can become a snare. People can attract toxic relationships, wealth that isolates, or fame that destroys. Only the Lord gives true fulfillment. Proverbs 10:22 reminds us, “The blessing of the Lord makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.”

5. Faith = Surrender + Expectation

Where LOA emphasizes belief in self, biblical faith emphasizes belief in God. Psalm 37:4 says, “Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.” This isn’t a mere transaction; it’s also a transformation. As we align our heart with God, He plants His desires in us, but also delights in giving us the things we've longed for that are for our good.

Prayer and faith are not passive, they are bold, expectant, and active. Yet, they are also surrendered. We ask in full belief (James 1:6), but trust that if something doesn’t manifest, God has something better, or is protecting us from something we cannot yet understand. Romans 8:28 assures us, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

Final Reflection: Manifestation Under Lordship

Ultimately, the Law of Attraction is not a rival to God; it is simply one of the many principles He put in place to govern His creation. Like gravity, it works. But like any tool, it can be used righteously or destructively.

When we manifest under God’s Lordship:

We invite the Holy Spirit to shape our desires.

We allow God to filter our intentions.

We steward our thoughts, words, and energy in a way that honors Him.

We relinquish the outcome to His perfect will (to prosper us and not harm us, to give us hope and a future, Jeremiah 29:11).

We are not victims of randomness, nor are we gods unto ourselves. We are image-bearers of the Creator invited to co-create with Him in trust, humility, and alignment.

So yes, believe. Visualize. Speak life. Walk in expectation. But do it all from a place of surrender, knowing that the One who holds the universe also holds you, and He has the final say and that is a privilege for you! Because in the same way a loving parent would never allowed their children to blindly get harmful things due to lack of understanding, neither does He want us to suffer because we aren't fully aware of the negative outcomes that some of our selfish manifestations may carry with them. God is not an authoritarian figure, but a protective and loving one. Remember that.

[aestariiwilderness]

Abortion is Murder & Unbiblical

The Bible does not use the word abortion. How could it? The term itself as a procedure wasn't invented yet! However, the Bible does cover: 

Humanity's inherent value and rights as (uniquely among creation) made in the image of God

Murder

Child/infant murder as something abhorrent to God

Life's beginnings, indirectly (although that also has biological support) 

Legal ramifications of killing a child in the womb 

How God sees and interacts with children in the womb 

How we as His followers are meant to treat children 

What He expects us to do for the defenseless and vulnerable (i.e., the most defenseless and vulnerable human imaginable is the one in the womb) 

And how the question of following Him and His Word is what makes or breaks the difference between a Christian and someone who claims the name but is tragically unsaved  Below are some verses and some additional explication (partial credit: @glowsticks-and-jesus)  

Proverbs 31:8 

Luke 1:44 

2nd Kings 17:17 

Jeremiah 19:5 

Genesis 9:6 

Exodus 21:22-25 

Matthew 7:20 - 23 

John 15:14 

1st John 1:5-10, 2:3-6 

Exodus 20:13 

Mark 10:13-15 Leviticus 20:3-5 (https://biblehub.com/hebrew/mizzaro_2233.htm) 

Matthew 18:10, 14

Psalm 22:10

Jacob & Esau, John the Baptist, Samson, etc. 

Judges 16:17  Glowsticks-and-Jesus Collection:

"Now the word of the Lord came to me, saying, 'Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you, and before you were born, I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations.'"Jeremiah 1:4-5

"The Lord called me from the womb, from the body of my mother he named my name."Isaiah 49:1

John the Baptist leaped in Elizabeth’s womb when Mary greeted her cousin (Luke 1:39-45), an example that babies in utero are responsive human beings already aware of the outside world.

The righteous Hebrew midwives at the time of Moses pleased God by saving babies deemed unworthy of life by the authorities of their day (Ex. 1:15-21).

 As an additional note -- these references are included above, but worth a second mention -- it's plain that child sacrifice - child murder - is something that God abhors and explicitly does not command. I'd look here (https://biblehub.com/jeremiah/19-5.htm) and here (https://biblehub.com/2_kings/17-17.htm) and check out the cross-references as well. Likewise, there is direct support for laws against murder and the protection of the unborn (up to capital punishment) in the Bible (Genesis 9:6; Exodus 21:22-25  -- an additional reference here included about the common misunderstanding of the latter verses: https://www.str.org/w/what-exodus-21-22-says-about-abortion).

In summary -- it's possible (although, I believe, it does deprive its proponents of a foundational basis for the value of life) to be both secular and anti-abortion. But it is not possible for a Christian who truly understands their faith, their God, and His Word to be pro-abortion.

[lovechristianity]

Work on being a better godly women day by day until the right one that fears God come in 💪🏻

A Godly Woman is:

She is a woman who is humble, obedient to God, and loving. Luke 10:27

She is a woman who is willing to sacrifice her own desires for the sake of others. Philippians 2:3-4

She is a woman who is prayerful and who seeks to know and do God’s will. James 5:16

She is a woman who is modest in her dress and in her behavior. 1 Timothy 2:8-10

She is a woman who is careful in her thoughts and in her actions. Philippians 4:8

She is a woman who is a good role model for other women. Titus 2:7-8

She is a woman who is always learning and growing in her faith. 2 Peter 3:18

She is a woman who is an example of God’s grace to those around her. Romans 12:16-21

She is a woman who works on forgiveness toward others. Ephesians 4:32

She is a woman who values God’s opinion above ALL others. Proverbs 31:30

[biblequotesdaily]

Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.

1 John 4:4

I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.

Luke 10:19

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

Romans 12:2

“I the Lord search the heart and test the mind, to give every man according to his ways, according to the fruit of his deeds.”

Jeremiah 17:10

Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the heart.

Proverbs 21:2

[walkswithmyfather]

1. When you need, God knows:

Philippians 4:19 (NIV). “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.”

2. When you ask, God listens:

Proverbs 15:29 (ESV). “The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous.”

3. When you believe, God works:

2 Kings 20:5 (NIV). “I have heard your prayer; I have seen your tears. Behold, I will heal you.”

4. When you thank, God gives more. Jesus gave thanks and fed the five thousand!

Matthew 14:17-21 (NIV). “We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish,” they answered. “Bring them here to me,” he said. And he directed the people to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke the loaves. Then he gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people. They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over. The number of those who ate was about five thousand men, besides women and children.”

5. Everything comes from God:

James 1:17 (AMP). “Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above; it comes down from the Father of lights [the Creator and Sustainer of the heavens], in whom there is no variation [no rising or setting] or shadow cast by His turning [for He is perfect and never changes].”

6. And whatever you give, you'll get just as much back, if not more!

Luke 6:38 (CSB). “Give, and it will be given to you; a good measure—pressed down, shaken together, and running over—will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.”

We serve a good, loving and giving God! Amen! 🙏🕊️🙌

[alwaysrememberjesus]

Stay in the Word, Stay in the Light

If it doesn’t line up with the Word of God, then it doesn’t line up with the will of God. Period. Isaiah 8v20 (NLT) says, “Look to God’s instructions and teachings! People who contradict his word are completely in the dark.” That’s not a suggestion, that’s a divine filter for everything you hear, feel, or think. If it contradicts what He said, it comes from darkness, not light.

This generation is not playing church. They’re not looking for sugar-coated sermons or spiritual double-talk. They’re saying, “If you say it’s the Word, then live it like you believe it. And if you don’t believe it, don’t preach it.” And they’re not wrong.

Satan’s first lie was not some elaborate scheme. It was a subtle twist on what God said. In Genesis 3, he whispers to Eve, “Did God really say…?” He’s been twisting truth ever since, and now his lies sound like this:

(1) “You can interpret the Bible a thousand ways.” Sounds deep until you open 2 Peter 1v20-21 (NLT): “No prophecy in Scripture ever came from the prophet’s own understanding…those prophets were moved by the Holy Spirit, and they spoke from God.” The Word isn’t man-made, it’s Spirit-breathed. You don’t get to remix truth to match your vibe.

(2) “It doesn’t matter what you believe as long as you’re sincere.” Sincerity never made a lie true. You can sincerely take the wrong medication and still die. You can be sincerely lost and still miss the destination. Proverbs 14v12 (NKJV) says, “There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.”

(3) “It’s better not to offend anyone. Just say nothing.” But if your neighbor’s house is on fire, silence isn’t love, it’s neglect. If your brother is walking off a cliff, telling him “You do you” is not compassion, it’s cruelty. Jesus said in Mark 14v27, “All of you will be made to stumble because of Me this night.” If truth offended then, it will offend now.

But the Word of God doesn’t adjust for comfort… It stands, convicts, and it saves. So check everything by the Book. Measure every voice, including your own, against His. And if it doesn’t match the truth, it’s false.

[thatgentlewife]

5 Ways I Build Up My Husband Daily

Being his helpmeet is my honor, not my burden.

1. I Speak Life Over Him

Not just to him—but about him. I brag on him when he’s not around. I speak blessings over his work, his heart, his leadership. My words are either building a fortress around him… or tearing it down brick by brick. I choose to build.

“Death and life are in the power of the tongue…” – Proverbs 18:21

2. I Cook With Love

Even when I’m tired. Even when it’s simple. He works with his hands all day—I serve with mine in the kitchen. Feeding him is a form of care, honor, and deep gratitude.

3. I Pray for Him

Not just “God, bless him,” but really pray. I ask the Lord to guard his mind, give him strength, grow his faith, and protect him from temptation. He may not always see the battles I fight in the Spirit, but I fight them anyway.

4. I Show Him Respect

I watch my tone. I let him lead. I listen, even when I don’t agree right away. I resist the urge to nag. I remind him that I trust him—and more than that, I trust the God who gave him to me.

“…and let the wife see that she respects her husband.” – Ephesians 5:33

5. I Touch Him

I hold his hand. I run my fingers through his hair. I kiss him. I initiate. I prioritize regular intimacy. God made physical affection a powerful way to connect, and I don’t withhold that—it’s part of being one flesh.

My husband is not perfect. But neither am I.

Still, each day I ask the Lord to help me be a crown on his head—not a weight on his shoulders.

“An excellent wife is the crown of her husband…” – Proverbs 12:4

<3 thatgentlewife

[touchofgoddotworld]

His Word Becoming Your Words (268) - October 19 2024

Choose your Podcast App to Play this episode This program focuses on how we can unknowingly be held captive to deception and lies of the devil based on our lack of studying and walking in the Truth of the Word of God. Especially in times such as these, it is so important that we are able to know that a believer can speak to a situation to force it to line up with how it should be based on the…