If your life honors the name of Jesus, he will honor you. 2 Thessalonians 1:12 THE MESSAGE
I honor those who honor Me—
set your heart on My reciprocal honor.
Live gracefully—relate kindly to everyone.
Behind the scenes, all people around you fight a hard battle—be kind.
Living the Christian life is humanly impossible—be humble.
Count on My power to enable you to do what I ask—be strong.
Follow My example by living a life of love—be compassionate.
Guard against arrogance—honor Me by relying on My power.
Above all else, love.
Think calmly—respond peacefully in all situations.
Let Me know what is on your mind, what is troubling you—be tranquil.
Believe the future is as bright as My promises—be confident.
Anticipate the perfect tomorrow I have planned—be optimistic.
Climb into My grace hammock and be at ease in My care—be relaxed.
Guard against angst—honor Me by trusting My promises.
Whatever happens, look forward.
Serve faithfully—reach out to the lost with heaven’s Good News.
Share the Gospel with everyone who will listen—be concerned.
Remind unbelieving sinners there is hell to pay—be convinced.
Turn your good intentions into noble initiatives—be committed.
Invite others to join you on the journey to glory—be cordial.
Guard against apathy—honor Me by offering My pardon.
In My service, be loyal.
Endure unflinchingly—run perseveringly until the finish line.
When tempted to give up the fight, look again at the cross—be brave.
When you suffer for My sake, keep walking in My steps—be faithful.
When you feel like I have forgotten you, recall My love—be grateful.
When you wonder if it is worth the effort, struggle on—be tenacious.
Guard against apostasy—honor Me by copying My pattern.
By My grace, last.
As we talk to our God and Father about you,
we think of your faithful work, your loving deeds, and your
continual anticipation of the return of our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Thessalonians 1:3 NLT
Faith works—it dances here and now. Firm reliance on your Savior naturally results in joyful acts of service.
Realizing urgency of tasks I have assigned, you are purposefully busy.
Taking My Word seriously, you do more than ponder—you labor.
Believing Me, you obey Me—the connection proves your sincerity.
Trust becomes action, turning intentions into God-honoring initiatives.
You are My masterpiece—reflect My work in you by your life’s work.
Remember what you are here after—I will take care of your hereafter.
Attentively race to Christ’s reward—My smile will make it worthwhile.
Love obeys—it walks every rough road without giving up. I desire only the best for your life—live a life of love and you’ll find it.
Love never gives up on you—never give up on Me.
In a hateful world, revel in My love—stay near Me and find joy.
Love never loses faith in your potential—follow Me and be your best.
You are not yet all I want you to become—obey Me and grow up.
Love endures through all difficulties—when life is painful, persevere.
The Via Dolorosa was not easy—Christian living is not a cake walk.
Continue doing My will—distinguish yourself as an authentic disciple.
Actively respond to Christ’s redemption—this is the path of blessing.
Hope dreams—it looks forward to the Second Coming of the Messiah. The Advent of My Son will solve the world’s stubborn problems--
puzzles politicians, warriors, and economists have never solved.
Tomorrow is as bright as My promises—gaze through hope’s window.
Your destiny is a tearless, painless, deathless, sinless place.
The King’s reign will end sin’s nightmare—hallelujahs will echo in glory.
Anticipate Christ’s return—then My dream will finally come true.
Christ is all that matters, and he lives in all of us. Colossians 3:11NLT
Live victoriously—celebrate My greatness.
I died to defeat sin; I arose to resurrect you to a new life.
Because I rose from the dead, I can raise you above evil ways.
Victorious over death and sin, march in heaven’s triumphal procession.
Keep up your enthusiasm for My work—it is never a waste of time.
One of My resurrection people, let nothing in the world get you down.
Think vertically—anticipate My glory.
Searching for a better approach to life than dying with the most toys?
Set your heart on a place moths, rust, and thieves can never touch.
Do not be so preoccupied with things you forget your destination.
Do not wring your hands in worry—fold them in worship.
Walk steadily toward heaven’s gate—soon we will be face to face.
One of My redeemed people, count on My dream coming true.
Behave virtuously—manifest My goodness.
Making the journey from earth to heaven, watch your step.
Run from sexual sin—look for an exit when temptation corners you.
Learn to be content—avoid greed by gratitude.
Get rid of road rage—be considerate of fellow travelers.
Avoid slander, lies, and dirty language—tell the truth lovingly.
Change your wardrobe—throw away filthy rags of your old nature.
Rely on My Presence in your heart, and be changed from inside out.
Make Me your Center of Gravity, and your actions will be transformed.
Make a conscious effort to be like Me—one day you will see My smile.
One of My righteous people, strive to be holy and faultless in My eyes.
Serve valiantly—depend on My grace.
Rejoice at the privilege of serving Me—whistle while you work.
Remember I am your Boss—do quality work in My Name.
You are accountable to Me—do not worry about what others think.
One of My representative people, always do your best to honor Me.
I can do everything with the help of Christ who gives me the strength I need. Philippians 4:13NLT
Be cheerful in a sad world—mute negative melancholy with unfailing music.
Celebrate My pardon—your name is indelibly registered as a citizen of heaven.
Celebrate My Presence—at My side, there is joy too wonderful for words.
Celebrate My peace—the world system cannot supply it; neither can it steal it.
Celebrate My promise, one thing that is for sure—I will never forsake you.
Be calm in a chaotic world—replace negative worry with unquestioning worship.
The cross is a plus sign in a negative world, changing everything for the better.
Do less “what-if” supposing, more “leaning-on-everlasting-arms” reposing.
I am in control—in charge behind chaos scenes, orchestrating the grand finale.
Climb into My hammock—feel soothing wind of grace, and relax in My arms.
Be careful in a careless world—overcome negative ideas with unvarying truth.
Want to be a person of integrity? Then reflect on timeless truth.
Want to live honorably? Then meditate on honorable thoughts.
Do not fall for Satan’s tiring old line that it does not matter what you think!
Be content in a greedy world—cancel negative whining by uncommon contentment.
Tranquility results from being, not having—contented people are truly rich.
I am El Shaddai, the Enough God—depend on My infinite resources.
Learn to be satisfied in all situations by treasuring your relationship to Me.
Be capable in a grueling world—conquer negative despair by unflagging optimism.
You’re weak, but I am strong—in relationship with Me, you can cope with life.
The power of positive praying is the source of competence.
Quiet confidence in Me is the key to strength and the secret of perseverance.
Be confident in an uncertain world—destroy negative anxiety with undying hope.
Let Me have all your cares, then you can enjoy a carefree existence.
In My strength, you are ready for anything the world throws at you.
Trust Me, then you will receive blessings you never imagined possible.
Celebrate the Dynamic Mystery residing within your heart—live positively.
The Lord came and called as before, “Samuel! Samuel!” Samuel replied, “Speak, your servant is listening.”
1 Samuel 3:10NLT
You have never heard Me speak audibly, but you have heard My gentle whispers echoing in your conscience, creation and Scripture. Written and natural revelation prompt you to worship, praise and serve Me.
The universe sings My praises and displays My breathtaking craftsmanship. A language without syllables is written large across the skies, speeding across the intergalactic network at the speed of thought. Sun, moon, and stars silently hint at My invariable faithfulness.
I open My heart to your heart. My Holy Spirit lives within you, so you are under My control. Life is best when I am in charge. My Spirit leads you and marks you Mine. I inspire your innermost being in the quest for truth. Redoubling your efforts does nothing to strengthen moral muscle. Do-it-yourself spells defeat—life on My terms spells victory.
I guide you by My Book from Heaven. Its track record of accurate prophetic fulfillment should encourage you to believe it. I am the Living God. I have spoken in the Scriptures. I mean every word I say. I will do everything I have promised.
My law is perfect, putting a spring in your step. My life map is accurate, making you wise. My commandments are right, bringing enjoyment to relationships. My instructions are billboard clear, keeping you traveling on the right highway.
I speak to you clearly through My Son. In Him, Love is plain as day. Everything about Him exactly represents My nature. His powerful words hold everything in the universe together, including you. He is near to My heart—draw near to Him, and you will be too.
Stand in awe that I speak from My heavenly throne to your earthly situation. You cannot fathom the mysteries of how I communicate with your heart, but you can understand Me.
Listen for your Master’s voice—love My life-changing lessons.
Listen for your Master’s voice—learn My eternal truth.
Listen for your Master’s voice—live My servant way.
You have ears to hear. Are you listening? Can you hear Me now?
Hilkiah the high priest found the Book of Law of the LORD as it had been given through Moses.
When the king heard what was written in the law, he tore his clothes in despair.
“Go to the Temple; speak to the Lordfor me and the remnant of Israel and Judah.
Ask him about the words written in this scroll.
We have not been doing what this scroll says we must do.” 2 Chronicles 34:14, 19, 21 NLT
My Textbook for Living had been lost during reigns of evil kings. Found and read to Josiah, he realized drastic changes were required to bring the nation he
governed back into line with My commands.
The Book from Heaven is My gift to earth, telling you of My care. My never-ending love story is recorded in the pages of Scripture.
The Book of Holiness is My instruction manual on how to live. My inspired Word teaches you eternal truths, makes you sense what is wrong in your life, gets you back on track, and helps you avoid derailment.
The Book of Books tells of My greatness and exalts My lordship. It records My creation of the universe out of nothing, My holding it all together with invisible hands, and My supervising galaxies—and you.
The Book of Life reminds you of My encouraging grace—illuminating your lonely darkness with My Heartwarming Presence. Nothing can extinguish Holy Radiant Light.
Every time you reopen Scripture, you rediscover the Book that makes all the difference in your life. No other book transforms your attitudes and actions like the Holy Bible. No other book so convicts you of sin and makes you want to respond with true remorse and repentance.
The world’s greatest literature cannot compare to the treasures of My law. No poetry matches the Psalms. No novel is more charming than the saga of My love. No story is more captivating than Scripture.
The world’s profoundest wisdom cannot hold a candle to the truth of My Word. The most thoughtful philosophies cannot touch the human heart like Christ’s parables. All the best books ever written, placed side by side, could not rival the divine library of Scripture.
Do not leave My Word on a bookshelf to collect dust—that is no better than hiding a scroll in the Temple. An unread Bible is as useless as a lost one. The best Bible study? Read it over, think it through, pray it in, and live it out. An obedient life is the best translation your world will ever read.
You should look forward to that day and hurry it along— the day when God will set the heavens on fire and the elements will melt away in the flames. We are looking forward to the new heavens and new earth he has promised, a world where everyone is right with God. So, dear friends, while you are waiting for these things to happen, make every effort to live a pure and blameless life.
And be at peace with God. 2 Peter 3:12-14NLT
Scoffing skeptics are destined for an awful hell.
Captivated by sinful desires, they conveniently deny ultimate reality.
Assuming everything will stay the same, they ignore inevitable change.
Living only for the moment, they forget death and judgment.
All the cynics have to anticipate is hell.
Joking at My Word, they will not have the last laugh.
Believers in My Son can look forward to heaven on earth.
Finally they will inhabit a tearless, painless, sinless, deathless place.
Forever they will celebrate My Presence.
In light of the apocalypse of burning fire, pray in humility.
The saved are destined for an awesome home.
Responding to My window of opportunity, they receive My grace.
Realizing the urgency of repentance, they turn from sin to Me.
Rejoicing in My reign in their heart, they confidently anticipate glory.
All the arrogant can look forward to is punishment.
Strutting in pride, they will suffer in perdition.
The meek can look forward to paradise.
Reverent before Me, they find the holy land beneath their knees.
Honoring Me, in My good time I will honor them.
In view of the advent of a bright future, purify your heart.
The sanctified are destined for absolute holiness.
Believing My vow of a new earth landscaped in holiness, they shape up.
Conscientiously obeying My orders, they are sculpted into My image.
Yielding to My Holy Spirit’s work, they reflect My glory more and more.
All the complacent can count on is embarrassing regret.
Napping in apathy, they will blush when My appearing wakes them up.
The devoted can look forward to reigning with Me and sharing My glory.
Making a conscious effort, they will receive My eternal reward.
Giving Me their best, they will bask in the favor of My smile.
In response to the atonement of blessed forgiveness, prepare for heaven.
Day 340, Gentle Whispers from Eternity 
