My Daily Briefing

Jesus clearly understood who he was! He was the Son of God! Because of this amazing fact, he needed to be where God wanted him to be—doing what God wanted him to do! Do you understand who you are? Do you realize that if you have accepted Jesus as your Savior you, too, are a child of God? Show Notes:  Episode 214 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

When people are introduced to Jesus, they ultimately respond in one of two ways: -  Either they choose to bow down and worship him as their Messiah (as the shepherds and the Magi did), -  or they reject him (as King Herod did). Which choice have you made?   Show Notes: Episode 213 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

Obviously, God completely disregards the cultural filters we use to judge other people. Are you willing to look at others through God’s eyes? Show Notes: ⁠Episode 212 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

Mary’s whole world was about to turn upside down! When she chose to trust God, she chose a very difficult path. She had a lot to lose: definitely her reputation, probably her fiancé, possibly even her life! Yet she did not hesitate. Do you trust God enough to go on a difficult journey with Him if He asks you to? Show Notes: ⁠Episode 211 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

Sometimes God’s delays seem to make our prayers invalid or the answers we desire impossible. We need to trust Him as we wait for His blessings. Show Notes: ⁠Episode 210 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

The Gospels each portray Jesus in a different light. Look back over these summaries and ask yourself: Which aspect of Jesus’ character do I need to embrace more? Show Notes: ⁠Episode 209 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

God’s silence does not indicate His absence or indifference. He is always present and at work — even if it’s behind the scenes. He is positioning us and the circumstances surrounding us so that when the time is right, we are prepared to accomplish His mission. Show Notes: ⁠Episode 208 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

It’s easy to read the book of Malachi and think, “How could those Jewish refugees forget so quickly all the amazing things God had done for them?” But don’t we often do the very same things? Before we question God’s goodness, we need to examine what is going on in our hearts!   Show Notes: ⁠Episode 207 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

It was Nehemiah’s commitment to prayer that allowed him to overcome all the obstacles he faced. Prayer is the key that unlocks the power of God! Are you experiencing His power in your life? Show Notes: ⁠Episode 206 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

Nehemiah knew that there was no contradiction between “working hard” and “waiting for God.” We still must fill out a resumé if we want God to give us a job; or practice hard if we want to make a team. Show Notes: ⁠Episode 205 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

Is there something sinful that keeps contaminating your life? Do you have friends who continually lead you away from God? (Some of your “Christian” friends may be the worst offenders!) You may need to take radical steps to distance yourself from them. Show Notes: ⁠Episode 204 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

Is God asking you to do something selfless and brave to help someone else? You never know the significance such a decision could have or how many lives it might impact! Show Notes: ⁠Episode 203 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

God’s timing is always perfect! Do you trust God’s timing as He orchestrates the details of your life? He knows exactly what is best! Show Notes: ⁠Episode 202 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

God was working in Esther’s life long before she knew it. But fulfilling God’s purpose required extreme bravery. Esther had to be willing to put her life on the line. Show Notes: ⁠Episode 201 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

No one could have guessed that a poor, orphaned, Jewish exile would become the queen of one of the greatest empires the world has ever known. But God often chooses ordinary men and women to accomplish His extraordinary purposes. Are you ready (like Esther was) to go wherever God wants you to go – so that you can do whatever He wants you to do? Show Notes: ⁠Episode 200 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing...

Haggai verbally challenged the people to obey God’s command to rebuild the Temple. In addition to speaking the truth, he offered personal help and encouragement. When we share God’s truth with others, we must be willing to become involved in their lives as they respond. Show Notes: ⁠Episode 199 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

Do you realize that when you become discouraged, you are either ignoring God’s presence in your life, or you are underestimating His power? His plans may be different from yours, but they are bigger and better than you can imagine – and, since they are His plans, He is responsible for the results! Show Notes: ⁠Episode 198 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

The fact that so many of these prophecies have already been fulfilled so precisely gives us a solid basis to believe that the rest of God’s promises about our future will be fulfilled! We can be sure that one day God will do away with evil and set up His eternal kingdom. Do you know for sure that you will be a part of it?   Show Notes: ⁠Episode 197 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

If prayer became a crime, would you be convicted as a criminal? If people observed your prayer life, would they conclude that you believe in a living and powerful God like Daniel did? Show Notes: ⁠Episode 196 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

If God counted up the days of your life right now, would He conclude that most of them have been worthwhile? If He weighed the contents of your heart, would He find anything of value?   Show Notes: ⁠Episode 195 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

When you think through the things you have accomplished, do you recognize God’s sovereignty in your life? Or do you sometimes claim credit for yourself? God has unique (sometimes humiliating) ways of revealing Who is really in control! Show Notes: ⁠Episode 194 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

Are you willing to stand up for God – even when it seems like you have a lot to lose? Show Notes: ⁠Episode 195 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

Are you facing difficult circumstances like Ezekiel did when his wife suddenly passed away? Are you willing to accept the fact that through it all God is sovereign? Show Notes: ⁠Episode 192 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

Are you willing to accept God’s call wherever it takes you? Regardless of the circumstances, He promises to go with you! Show Notes: ⁠Episode 191 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠

Do you count on God to accomplish “impossible” things through you? He wants to amaze us if we will give Him the opportunity. Show Notes: ⁠Episode 190 Subscribe: ⁠My Daily Briefing⁠