Living Scripture Daily with Larry Shaffer

A Nation Under God What’s the secret to leading a nation into rapid and significant change? LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Have you ever been attacked head-on by the devil? Satan works in various ways of devious cunning and craftiness. He whispers words of enticement from behind; he attacks with false promises in front; he showers curses and ridicule from above; he casts doubt and fear from below. He may throw a bomb and blow up everything, or, he may surgically thrust a small dagger, piercing a vital organ. He’s a magician of deceit with a large bag of tricks! And sure enough, these attacks seem to occur when you are making progress in your life with Christ and ministry momentum is increasing. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

What are the chances a son raised by an evil father would turn out to be a godly man? LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Have you ever found yourself in the middle of someone else’s fight? Here’s the scene: a rich sheepherder named Nabal speaks disrespectfully about David to his messengers. Learning of this, David and his men set out to wipe out Nabal, his family, and all his servants. Filled with anger and vengeance, David is heading straight into some good old-fashioned sinful disobedience. David is wrong for sure. But Nabal—a selfish, foolish, and ignorant man—has brought this upon himself. Folks, this is going to end badly.

When two hot-headed men are on a collision course of destruction, God sends a woman! Have you ever given to someone who took without gratitude? You gave time, effort, money or resources willing and they didn’t even give a simple ‘thank you’ in return? Even worse, have you ever been kind to someone who returned your kindness with disdain? LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Some days, it seems we are tested on every front!  The tests that God sends our way are never pre-announced with date and time. They are the pop quizzes of life. So how can we respond as men of God? LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Should we be known as being humble or being confident? How about both! LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

When the teacher asks a question in a typical first-grade class, all the hands go up hoping the teacher will call on them. In the sixth-grade class, when the teacher asks a question, maybe one or two students raise their hands. What changed? LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Men, have you ever allowed a beautiful woman to break down your convictions?  When I think about matters of the heart and misplaced passions, I’m reminded of Samson.  LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Have you ever heard someone say ‘He’s a man’s man’! Tucked away at the end of I Corinthians, Paul defines a man’s man! Or should I say, Paul defines God’s man!

Have you ever chased a storm? I don’t understand storm chasers. Storms will come in our lives without chasing after them. ‘Why do you call me Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say? Everyone who comes to me and hears my words and acts on them, I will show you whom he is like: he is like a man building a house, who dug deep and laid a foundation on the rock; and when a flood occurred, the torrent burst against that house and could not shake it, because it had been well built. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Have you ever felt a check in your spirit about the character of a certain spiritual leader? Following the leadership of a trusted pastor, minister, priest or other spiritual leader, can be the most inspiring and encouraging relationship one can have in life? Conversely, following a spiritual leader who turns out to be untrustworthy and self-serving, can be a painful and distressing experience.

Are you ready to go deeper with God and meet with him daily?

Has it ever been said of you, ‘you’re quick to judge’?  We use the phrase ‘judge not lest you be judged’ broadly and loosely. But let’s take it a little further... 

How do we treat ungrateful and evil people? In our one-on-one time with Jesus, He affirms our attitude of humility toward Him before he guides us on how to act in this world. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Have you ever heard someone say, ‘You are really thriving in this environment’?   Are you thriving in the Kingdom of God?  LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

I hope that your personal relationship with Jesus is the most important part of the story of your life.  But this story in my life is not steady and consistent. It’s a two-party relationship; one of us is steady and consistent and one of us is not.   LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

What if Jesus were to spend 30 minutes with you tomorrow morning? What would He say? What if … tomorrow morning, Jesus were to appear in the flesh (His new body, of course) in your home and sit down with you during your devotions. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Have you ever wanted to be chosen? Have you ever wanted to be appointed? Have you ever wanted to be promoted? Have you ever wanted to be called out among others and be recognized and acknowledged? LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

As we continue studying Matthew as he joined Jesus, we see that Matthew’s heart was transformed by Jesus. Jesus called him to follow and Matthew began to follow him, immediately. Matthew got up from the tax booth, quit his job, and gave himself to following Jesus.  LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Luke 5:27-32: "After this, Jesus went out and saw a tax collector by the name of Levi sitting at his tax booth. “Follow me,” Jesus said to him,  and Levi got up, left everything and followed him." LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Ever looked in the mirror and thought, maybe today something will happen that will change my life forever?  LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

With an understanding that God works all things after the counsel of His own will, why does He heal some and not all? Today, we'll consider two biblical stories when God healed and God didn’t heal.  LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Have you ever wondered why Jesus doesn’t heal everyone? As we walk with Jesus through the narrative of Luke, we have to acknowledge that He doesn’t heal everyone. He could have; we all know that.

Does it make a difference if you teach a 6-year-old the Bible? Today's story answers that question. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

For some people, their call from God was unexpected, out of the blue. They were, in a sense, minding their own business and going along the normal course of their day. This is what seems to happen to Simon Peter, James and John in Luke 5. Join me in studying the Word and Jesus fishing for men. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

God is good. Together we affirm this statement. We agree with it. We speak it to others. We stand upon it as an affirmation of our faith. Acts of lovingkindness are the expressions of His goodness directed toward us always and continually. He knows what we need far better than we do.  God is good. Until He isn’t.   LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

What are some of the ways that we focus on the powers of this world over the power of God?  As we will see in the life of King Hezekiah, we should bring all our concerns before the Lord, acknowledge His power over all things, and pray for righteousness to prevail. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Luke 4 says, When day came, Jesus left and went to a secluded place...   Can you imagine how burned out Jesus must’ve been this morning? The previous afternoon and into the evening, all the people of the surrounding areas were pushing and shoving to see Him; talk to Him; be healed by Him. Let's study how Jesus responds to weariness, so we can learn to be more like Him. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Deuteronomy 29:29 - The secret things belong to the Lord our God...   Have you ever read this verse or heard it quoted? Most of you have. It can bring comfort to those of faith who are having a hard time making sense of it all. And it’s good to be reminded that by faith, we should trust that He has a plan.  LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

While Jesus is in Capernaum, He publicly casts out a demon in the synagogue, privately heals Peter’s mother-in-law, and publicly cast out demons and healed everyone in the village who was sick. Matthew tells us that these events in Capernaum were done to fulfill what Isaiah the prophet wrote. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

We're continuing the study of the book of Luke, and Jesus’ acts of healing. The day that started with the public casting out of a demon and the private healing of Peter’s mother-in-law set the stage for a healing service. That afternoon, all the people of the village gathered outside of Peter’s home after the word spread about the healing of Peter’s mother-in-law. They brought any and all of their loved ones who were sick or oppressed to Jesus.   LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

In today’s passage, we’re studying the story of Jesus healing Peter’s mother-in-law. There were hundreds of thousands of other moments in Jesus’ life that could've been included in the Bible, but God chose this one. Why? LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Today we're continuing the study of Psalm 46:10 "Be still and know that I am God." Last time, we considered the horror of natural disasters and the havoc they wreak on the lives of people. But in our study today, we are reminded of God’s power and His will. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Psalm 46:10 reads, "Be still and know that I am God." This verse is straightforward, which is good. But is there more that we can discover from considering the verses that surround it? What is the context of this familiar verse?  LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Today's devotional is an excerpt from What I've Learned From Amazing Women of the Bible. In today's passage, we read "then Hannah prayed" — and what a prayer it is! By reflecting on her prayer, we can see that God uses humble servants, male and female, who devote their hearts to prayer with praise and thanksgiving.   LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Today's devotional is an excerpt from What I've Learned From Amazing Women of the Bible. Hannah takes Samuel back to the priest, Eli, and dedicates him to the Lord for a lifetime of service. Today we study her faithful service to God, and her obedience to keep her promises.    LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Today's devotional is an excerpt from What I've Learned From Amazing Women of the Bible. Before God’s Word takes us through the lives of Saul and David, the opening chapter of 1 Samuel introduces us to a most amazing woman. Her name is Hannah, and she is a faithful servant of God who keeps her promises. I really love the story of Hannah. When it comes to character, integrity, grit, and passion, Hannah blows away the other important people we meet in 1 Samuel. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

There is a theme that runs through this brief section of Paul’s writings and these five words explain it all: always; without ceasing; in everything. But as Christians, does always really mean always? And what does “always” look like? LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

The Savior has come to God’s people! And in His ministry, His words and his deeds, we learn more about Him. Our study today is the story of Jesus in the synagogue in Capernaum, and we witness the trembling fear of the demons in the presence of Jesus. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Last time, we saw the power of Jesus’ word. He spoke with authority and the people were amazed. His words got their attention but not the devotion of their hearts.  So, in addition to the power of His words, we are about to see the power of His work and deeds.  LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

The response to Jesus’ words was wonder and amazement. So, it seems it would be appropriate for me to challenge you to reflect on the wonders of Jesus and be more amazed at the gracious words of Jesus. But then it dawned on me that these people were amazed but not saved. Should they really be an example to us? LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

My soul was convicted this morning that I’m not completely surrendered to God. Knowing what I know about God and walking with Him for many decades, it’s distressing to realize that I’m holding back. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

As we say in the last devotional, things went bad in Nazareth. People of His birth place suddenly wanted to throw Him off a cliff. But why were the people so mad? And what can we learn from their reactions? LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

While in Nazareth, Jesus is bringing some good news for the oppressed Jewish nation. He is proclaiming the favorable time of the Lord is coming! And upon hearing his words, the Jews are excited and filled with anticipation. But their excitement at the fulfillment of these promises is about to be completely flipped. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

We've returned to our study of Luke, and  today we're studying Jesus and his time ministering in Nazareth. He goes from being praised by all to being on the edge of cliff. Have you ever felt like that? Join me in today's study to see Jesus's response. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

In our final devotional studying the wonder of God's blessings in Psalm 87, we recognize that in Him, we thirst no more. The living water within us has brought us blessings of life and joy. But it's not just for us! The Psalm describes the water as flowing from us and giving life to others.  LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

As we continue our study of Psalm 87, we can study the context of the passage. The Old Testament is filled with prophecies and references that portray the favorable time of God toward the Jewish nation in the future. He will gather them into the land of promise and will restore the temple and bless their land. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

God speaks to us in a metaphor as He says “All my springs of joy are in you” in Psalm 87:7. The metaphor for us, His blessed ones, is that the fountain of blessings within us flows forth and blesses others. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

God speaks to us in a metaphor as He says “All my springs of joy are in you” in Psalm 87:7.  But what does that metaphor mean? The metaphor for us, His blessed ones, is that the fountain of blessings within us flows forth and blesses others. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

As we continue to study Psalm 34, we see that in God’s calling to praise him, He promises rich rewards. What a kind Father He is! Let’s look at the wonderful promises. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Psalm 34:1 says, “I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.” It’s a reminder that I need further spiritual maturity in order to live and breathe in the Spirit with a stream of consciousness that is soaked in the awareness of the presence of God. Join me on that journey today. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Asaph, who penned Psalm 77, is in the pits. He is low; really low.  Have you ever been there? I know that I have. Today as we read and reflect on this Psalm, we can see how it helps us cope with the overwhelming pain of depression. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Whether we're struggling with sadness that comes from holiday stress, or we feel overwhelmed, drained , and depressed, there is hope! As we study Psalm 77, we learn about Asaph's struggles, and find a cure for depression. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Who expects to get honey from a rock? As we continue to study Psalm 81, we see that when we are following God, His blessings and favor come over us in the most beautiful and unexpected ways, just like honey from a rock. LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/livingscripturedaily/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/larryshaffer.tx/ LIVING SCRIPTURE DAILY BLOG: https://larryshaffer.com/blog/

Psalm 81 reveals God’s love for us and his longing to bless us. He doesn’t merely promise us food, but the sweetness of honey. It also shows us that God wants us to listen and obey Him! He gives us a life sweet like honey, when we seek the Lord and follow his ways.

Psalm 149:4 tells us that the Lord takes pleasure in His people; He will beautify the afflicted ones with salvation. He loves us! Let's study the Word together to fully understand what His love is like, and what it means for our daily lives.

I’m sharing a story of transformation: my testimony. Even though I have always considered my testimony as boring, I know the power and importance each and every person’s testimony can have.

By studying Jesus’ time on earth, we’ve learned more about our own purpose. When we follow his example, we surrender our ministry and service to God and ask the Spirit of God to produce results. Today we’re studying the power of the Spirit in Jesus’ ministry and in our own!

What is your purpose on Earth? To better understand our purpose, we first need to look to our perfect example - Jesus. By studying the word and learning why He came to Earth, we can understand our greater purpose as well.

What is your purpose on Earth? The words used in the Bible are not fillers. They carry meaning. That’s why I call this adventure we are on a journey of discovery. Today we are continuing this journey, discovering God’s meaning in the Bible and and learning how it can apply to and transform our lives.

The devil seeks to capitalize on our vulnerabilities as fleshly human beings. He adds temptations on top of our natural vulnerabilities to sin. But we can have humble confidence; We have the power and Sovereign protection of God!

In Part 3, we see how Jesus is the perfect example for us. From his baptism, we see what happens to us when we are saved. We are washed clean of our sins; the Holy Spirit comes down and dwells within us and the Father is pleased. These events happened to me at the point of my salvation as a young boy and they happened to you as well if you have received Jesus by faith. And when he is tempted, we see that he is not alone, and we aren't either. The Father is with Him, the Spirit leads Him when the devil tempts Him.

In Part 2, we study the temptations Jesus experienced in the wilderness, as well as the main areas and the process of temptation. And although temptations follow us everywhere because we live in a body of flesh, we have the amazing example Jesus gave us to win and be victorious against temptations.

In Luke 4, Jesus follows the guidance of the Holy Spirit to go into the wilderness to fast and pray. Instead of 40 days of ‘quiet time’ with God, Jesus deals with two fierce forces that he will battle for the balance of his time on earth, which are the same two forces that we deal with as well.

“And a voice came from heaven: 'You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.'" Today as we study the story of Jesus’ baptism, we’ll also rediscover ALL that God has given to us. Join me in the Word and know that we are God's beloved children, with whom he is well pleased! As seen on Living Scripture Daily by Larry Shaffer.

God’s Word is as simple and enjoyable as dipping your toe into a child’s wading pool. God’s word is also as deep and comprehensive as the depths of the ocean...and everything in between. Join me today in exploring the depth God's Word.  As seen on Living Scripture Daily by Larry Shaffer.

In Luke Chapter 3, it says "the word of God came to John." What does it mean that the word of God came to him? And how can we understand the word of God today?  As seen on Living Scripture Daily by Larry Shaffer.

Jesus grew in favor with God and with man. Today, we're discussing the concept of gaining favor with God and man, so, like Christ, we can increase in wisdom and stature, in favor with God and man. As seen on Living Scripture Daily by Larry Shaffer.

Luke tells us that as he grew, Jesus was also increasing in wisdom. How is it that God the Son, Jesus increased in wisdom? As we study Jesus’ increasing wisdom, we should also consider if we are increasing in wisdom as followers of Jesus. As seen on Living Scripture Daily by Larry Shaffer.

Chapter 2 of Luke tells us that Jesus continued to grow and become strong, increasing in wisdom; and the grace of God was upon Him. At age 12, he stayed in Jerusalem, and his parents found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the teachers, both listening to them and asking them questions. So, what is the significance of his time in the temple?  As seen on Living Scripture Daily by Larry Shaffer.