Isaiah 61:11

 March 31, 2023

Verse of the day - Isaiah 61:11 (NRSV)

For as the earth brings forth its shoots, and as a garden causes what is sown in it to spring up, so the Lord GOD will cause righteousness and praise to spring up before all the nations.

Excerpt from first book - Spirituality A Journey For My Soul

Jesus said:

I desire all of My children to come to Me in repentance.  Complete forgiveness will be given to all who come to Me.  It is through My grace that your sins are forgiven.

When we have sinned, we need to pray to God so that He will forgive us for our sins and trespasses.  Through the sacrament of Reconciliation, God forgives us.

Isaiah 43:18

 March 30, 2023

Verse of the day - Isaiah 43:18

Do not remember the former things, or consider the things of old.

Excerpt from third book - Come To The Cross

Jesus said:

Come and receive My power.  I give it to you freely.  Be not afraid to ask for help in your time of need.  I will show you how to be merciful to others.  If you show mercy to others, I will in turn show mercy to you.

Ecclesiastes 11:6

 March 29, 2023

Verse of the day - Ecclesiastes 11:6 (NRSV)

In the morning sow your seed, and at evening do not let your hands be idle; for you do not know which will prosper, this or that, or whether both alike will be good.

Excerpt from second book - Come Back To Me

Jesus said:

Everything always works out according to My Will.  When you pray to Me in your time of need, remember that I always answer in My time.  Remember that I am never too late and never too early.

Isaiah 25:1

 March 28, 2023

Verse of the day - Isaiah 25:1

O LORD, you are my God; I will exalt you, I will praise your name; for you have done wonderful things, plans formed of old, faithful and sure.

Excerpt from first book - Spirituality A Journey For My Soul

Jesus said:

Many times My dear children will form idols for themselves and not even realize it.  Anytime you have something that you cannot live without, it becomes an idol.  If it takes your attention away from Me, it has become an idol and needs to be done away with.  Pray to the Holy Spirit so that these things may be revealed to you.

1 Chronicles 16:31

 March 27, 2023

Verse of the day - 1 Chronicles 16:31

Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice, and let them say among the nations, 'The LORD is king!'

Excerpt from third book - Come To The Cross

Jesus said:

When you come to know Me as your Lord and Savior, share Me with others.  Anytime you meet someone, share your faith.  Be the light that brightens someone else's path.  By sharing your faith with others, they may be enlightened.  In turn they will help someone else.

Let us all go forth and be the light that shines through the darkness.  We never know what another person is experiencing.  By allowing our light to shine brightly, we may just bring hope to someone else.

Sirach 33:1

 March 26, 2023

Verse of the day - Sirach 33:1 (NRSV)

No evil will befall someone who fears the Lord, but in trials such a one will be rescued again and again.

Excerpt from second book - Come Back To Me

Jesus said:

Be not afraid to come before Me in your time of need.  I am here for you always.  I will always be a Shepherd to My people.  I have come to seek and save the lost sheep and bring them back to My fold.

Proverbs 8:32

March 25, 2023

Verse of the day - Proverbs 8:32 (NRSV)

'And now, my children, listen to me: happy are those who keep my ways.

Excerpt from first book - Spirituality A Journey For My Soul

Jesus said:

When you follow Me, I will give you the words of everlasting life.  Your life will forever be changed and nothing will be the same.  When you follow Me, your light will shine brightly for all to see.  Be a light so that others can find their way back to Me.  A candle may not give off much light, but when there are several, they light up a room.  In the same way, when you share your light with others, they pass it on to someone else.  Before long, everyone's light brightens up the darkness of this world.

Jesus desires us to light the path for others to see in this dark world.  If we follow Jesus, The Light Of The World, we will be able to make a difference in the lives of others.

Psalm 76:4

 March 24, 2023

Verse of the day - Psalm 76:4 (NRSV)

Glorious are you, more majestic than the everlasting mountains.

Excerpt from third book - Come To The Cross

Jesus said:

What has been forgiven on earth, will be forgiven in Heaven.  I desire My dear children to follow My lead.  Be loving and kind.  Forgive everyone from the heart.  This takes great strength from within, but with My help anything can be forgiven.

Forgiving from the heart takes great strength from within, especially when we have been deeply hurt by someone.  Jesus gave us an example to live by when He forgave those who crucified Him.  When we ask God for help, as hard as it may be, He will give us the strength we need to forgive the person who has hurt us deeply.

Isaiah 12:2

 March 23, 2023

Verse of the day - Isaiah 12:2 (NRSV)

Surely God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid, for the Lord God is my strength and my might; he has become my salvation.

Excerpt from second book - Come Back To Me

Jesus said:

If you submit yourselves before Me, you will be set free.  Release everything over to Me and find the freedom you have been looking for.

John 13:34

 March 22, 2023

Verse of the day - John 13:34 (NRSV)

I give you a new commandment, that you love one another.  Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another.

Excerpt from first book - Spirituality A Journey For My Soul

Jesus said:

When you know Me as your Lord and Savior, you will hear My voice and follow Me.  It should bee everyone's goal to bring back the lost sheep of this world to Me.  Allow them to feel My love in everything that you do.

Matthew 10:29

 March 21, 2023

Verse of the day - Matthew 10:29 (NRSV)

Are not two sparrows sold for a penny?  Yet not one of them will fall to the ground unperceived by your Father.

Excerpt from third book - Come To The Cross

Jesus said:

I am present today as I was in the days of John.  Come into My presence and receive My great love and mercy.   Be open to what I have to offer you.  Many are the blessings I bestow on My followers.

Daniel 3:89

 March 20, 2023

Verse of the day - Daniel 3:89 (NRSV)

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his mercy endure for ever.

Excerpt from second book - Come Back To Me

Jesus said:

When you put your trust and hope in Me, everything is possible.  Do not be afraid to do as I ask.  I will be with you every step of the way.

Sirach 5:10

 March 19, 2023

Verse of the day - Sirach 5:10 (NRSV)

Stand firm for what you know, and let your speech be consistent.

Excerpt from first book - Spirituality A Journey For My Soul

Jesus said:

There is much rejoicing in Heaven when someone on earth repents of the their sins.  Many times people don't repent of the their sins because they are afraid.  Have no fear My little ones.  I am here for you always.

Jeremiah 1:5

 March 18, 2023

Verse of the day - Jeremiah 1:5 (NRSV)

'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.'

Excerpt from third book - Come To The Cross

Jesus said:

Those who have been resurrected from the dead, after having believed in Me while living on earth, will gain eternal life.

Psalm 16:1

 March 17, 2023

Verse of the day - Psalm 16:1 (NRSV)

Protect me, O God, for in you I take refuge.

Excerpt from second book - Come Back To Me

Jesus said:

If you submit yourselves before Me, you will be set free.  Release everything over to Me and find the freedom you have been looking for.

Jeremiah 7:23

 March 16, 2023

Verse of the day - Jeremiah 7:23 (NRSV)

But this command I gave them, 'Obey my voice, and I will be your God, and you shall be my people; and walk only in the way that I command you, so that it may be well with you.'

Excerpt from first book - Spirituality A Journey For My Soul

Jesus said:

I am here for you always.  Do not be afraid to come before Me.  I am waiting for you.  Come and relax in My loving presence.  You will leave feeling refreshed and renewed.  Allow Me to bring you peace.

Psalm 145:3

 March 15, 2023

Verse of the day - Psalm 145:3

Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; his greatness is unsearchable.

Excerpt from third book - Come To The Cross

Jesus said:

Be not afraid to share your love of Me with others.  Sometimes My dear children feel as though they are unlovable.  By sharing your love of Me with them, many times, their eyes will be opened to the love of God.  I love everyone equally and I ask My dear children to do the same.

Psalm 91:14

 March 14, 2023

Verse of the day - Psalm 91:14 (NRSV)

Those who love me, I will deliver; I will protect those who know my name.

Excerpt from second book - Come Back To Me

Jesus said:

It does indeed bring Me great joy when I hear My dear children giving Me worship and praise.  It is a true honor.  I desire My dear children to take time each day to come before the Throne of Grace to do Me homage.  By worship and praise many blessings are bestowed.

Jeremiah 16:10

 March 13, 2023

Verse of the day - Jeremiah 16:10 (NRSV)

I the LORD test the mind and search the heart, to give all according to their ways, according to the fruit of their doings.

Excerpt from first book - Spirituality A Journey For My Soul

Jesus said:

My dear children, My wish for you is that all would come to Me in complete dependence.  I am here for you always, and I will protect you by the blood of the Lamb.  I will always take care of My flock.

Sirach 3:20

 March 12, 2023

Verse of the day - Sirach 3:20 (NRSV)

For great is the might of the Lord; but by the humble he is glorified.

Excerpt from third book - Come To The Cross

Jesus said:

I came to proclaim the Good News of Salvation.  I desire My dear children to come to Me in body, mind, and spirit.  Come, let us be joined together as one.

1 John 3:1

 March 11, 2023

Verse of the day - 1 John 3:1 (NRSV)

See what love the father has given 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.

Excerpt from second book - Come Back To Me

Jesus said:

I desire My dear children to listen for My voice so they will know what My will is for them in this life.  Some will come to know Me, and some will not.  Always be willing to do anything I call you to do.

Psalm 5:8

 March 10, 2023

Verse of the day - Psalm 5:8 (NRSV)

Lead me, O LORD, in your righteousness because of my enemies; make your way straight before me.

Excerpt from first book - Spirituality A Journey For My Soul

Jesus said:

When you are born of the flesh, you follow what other people do, but when you are born of the Spirit, you follow Me.

John 8:12

March 9, 2023

Verse of the day - John 8:12 (NRSV)

Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, 'I am the light of the world.  Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.

Excerpt from third book - Come To The Cross

Jesus said:

No matter where you go, I am with you always.  I know your thoughts from afar.  Before you speak a word, I know what is on your mind.  Come into My Presence and speak to me.

Jeremiah 29:13

 March 8, 2023

Verse of the day - Jeremiah 29:13 (NRSV)

When you search for me, you will find me; if you seek me will all your heart.

Excerpt from second book - Come Back To Me

Jesus said:

My Mercy is much greater than anyone could ever understand.  Reach out to Me in your time of need and I will give you strength.

Sirach 6:14

 March 7, 2023

Verse of the day - Sirach 6:14 (NRSV)

Faithful friends are a sturdy shelter: whoever finds one has found a treasure.

Excerpt from first book - Spirituality A Journey For My Soul

Jesus said:

Come back to Me with all your heart.  Be not afraid of the past or of the future.  Part of experiencing new life in Me is learning how to release all of your anger and fears to Me.  Live only in the present day.  This is what I desire.

Psalm 32:11

 March 6, 2023

Verse of the day - Psalm 32:11 (NRSV)

Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, O righteous, and shout for joy, all you upright in heart.

Excerpt from third book - Come To The Cross

Jesus said:

In the beginning, before the creation of the earth, I existed.  I brought My bright light into the dark world.  At My Word, on the first day, I spoke light into existence.  I created the earth and everything on the earth in six days.

Psalm 23:4

 March 5, 2023

Verse of the day - Psalm 23:4 (NRSV)

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil; for you are with me: your rod and your staff - they comfort me.

Excerpt from second book - Come Back To Me

Jesus said:

Come to Me in your time of trouble.  I will set you free.  You will be free from all anxiety and fear.

John 14:6

 March 4, 2023

Verse of the day - John 14:6 (NRSV)

Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, and the truth, and the life.  No one comes to the Father except through me.

Excerpt from first book - Spirituality A Journey For My Soul

Jesus said:

Through My Armor, no harm can come to you.  You will still face challenges in life but be not afraid.  You are protected through My Shield.

Matthew 7:7-8

 March 3, 2023

Verse of the day - Matthew 7:7-8 (NRSV)

'Ask, and it will be given to you; search, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened for you.  For everyone who asks receives, and everyone who searches finds, and for everyone who knocks, the door will be opened.

Excerpt from third book: Come To The Cross

Jesus said:

Come before the cross and be still in My Presence.  Alone time with Me is the best part of your day.  This is when you will be drawn closer to Me.

1 John 4:16

 March 2, 2023

Verse of the day - 1 John 4:16 (NRSV)

So we have known and believe the love that God has for us.  God is love, and those who abide in love abide in God, and God abides in them.

Excerpt from second book - Come Back To Me

Jesus said:

Allow Me to take you by the hand and show you the way.  If you feel like you are being pushed to the edge, do not fear.  I will not let you fall.  If you stumble along the way, I will catch you.  Many tasks that I desire My dear children to accomplish do not get completed because of fear.  Do not let fear stand in the way.  Step out in faith and do as I ask.

Hebrews 13:6

March 1, 2023

 Verse of the day - Hebrews 13:6 (NRSV)

So we can say with confidence, The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid.  What can anyone do to me?

Excerpt from first book - Spirituality A Journey For My Soul

Jesus said:

My Baptism was a necessity.  Through My Baptism, many people came to realize that I was truly the Son of God.