August 2026

Self-Control for an Eternal Prize

[75 words] “Everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things…we for an imperishable crown” (1 Corinthians 9:25). Athletes willingly discipline themselves for trophies that eventually fade. Christians pursue something far greater—an eternal reward. Spiritual growth requires self-control, perseverance, and daily commitment. Every temptation resisted and every act of obedience strengthens our walk…

The Source of Truth

[74 words] Jesus declared, “My doctrine is not Mine, but His who sent Me” (John 7:16). Jesus did not preach human opinions or popular ideas. He faithfully delivered the Father’s message. His followers should do the same today. Rather than asking what people prefer, we should ask, “What does God say?” The authority of Scripture…

Greater Is He

[83 words] “You are of God, little children… because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world” (1 John 4:4, NKJV). Christians face temptation, false teaching, and discouragement, but we are not left defenseless. God strengthens those who faithfully walk with Him through His revealed truth. The devil is…

Seeing the Father

[83 words] Philip asked Jesus, “Lord, show us the Father.” Jesus replied, “He who has seen Me has seen the Father” (John 14:8-9, NKJV). Christ perfectly revealed the Father’s character, compassion, holiness, and truth. If we want to know what God is like, we need only look at Jesus. His words, miracles, sacrifice, and love…
Grandfather and grandson reading an illustrated book together on a garden bench

Come What May

[130 words] “Grandfather,” a curious boy asked, as along a path they strode,“What lies down the ever winding of life’s uncertain road?” “We do not know,” said the wise old sage, “It could be sunny or grim.”“But I know who knows, and I knowthat I will always walk with Him.” “Who is it?” the boy…
Woman kneeling in prayer while holding rosary beads beside a candlelit table

A Quiet Place to Pray

[99 words] When burdens press upon my soul,And storms arise beyond control,I find a quiet place to kneel,Where my anxious heart seeks to heal. No grand display, no lofty speech,God is never out of reach.He hears my whispered, trembling pleaAs surely as the strongest decree. In prayer I leave my fears behind,In meditation peace I…
Wooden cross silhouetted against sunrise over misty rolling countryside

More Than Enough

[126 words] I often ask for greater things,For open doors and answered dreams.Yet all along my Father givesFar more than first my spirit sees. A peaceful heart when fears arise.A faithful friend with gentle eyes.A page of Scripture, fresh and true,A morning filled with mercy new. The cross reminds me every dayHow great His love,…
Muddy country path winding through trees and fields at sunset

Stronger Than the Storm

[110 words] There are days when skies grow dark with care,When burdens seem too great to bear.The road is rough, the climb is steep,And silent tears replace our sleep. Yet faith is never built in ease;It grows beneath life’s fiercest breeze.The oak stands firm because it stayedThrough every storm that winter made. Our Lord has…
Winding path through a wildflower meadow toward a countryside cottage

The Father’s Canvas

[119 words] Morning arrives without a trumpet’s call,Yet every sunrise preaches to us all.The robin sings before the world awakes,The dew still glistens on the quiet lakes.The mountains stand as monuments of grace,Each star a signature in boundless space. The God who fashioned every leaf and flowerStill watches over us from hour to hour.If He…

Bible Quiz: Matthew 28:16-20

[81 words] “Then the __ disciples went away into __, to the mountain which Jesus had appointed for them.” “When they saw Him, they __ Him; but some __.” “All __ has been given to Me in heaven and on __.” “Go therefore and make __ of all the nations, baptizing them in the name…

Bible Quiz: Matthew 28:11-15

[86 words] “Now while they were going, behold, some of the __ came into the city and reported to the chief priests all the things that had __.” “When they had assembled with the elders and consulted together, they gave a large sum of __ to the __.” “Say, ‘His disciples came at __ and…

Bible Quiz: Matthew 28:1-10

[74 words] “Now after the Sabbath, as the first day of the week began to __, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the __.” “For an __ of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and __ back the stone from the door.” “He is not __; for He is __, as…

Bible Quiz: Matthew 27:62-66

[67 words] “On the next day, which followed the Day of __, the chief priests and Pharisees gathered together to __.” “Sir, we remember, while He was still alive, how that __ said, ‘After __ days I will rise.’” “Therefore command that the tomb be made __ until the __ day.” True or False: Pilate…

Bible Quiz: Matthew 27:57-61

[68 words] “Now when __ had come, there came a rich man from Arimathea, named __, who himself had also become a disciple of Jesus.” Joseph went to __ and asked for the __ of Jesus. Pilate commanded the __ to be given to him. True or False: Joseph laid Jesus’ body in a new…

Quotes & Sayings (August 2026)

Editor’s Note: Inclusion of quotes does not constitute an endorsement of everything the quote author teaches or believes.  “This is true faith, a living confidence in the goodness of God.” — Martin Luther  “The goodness of God is infinitely more wonderful than we will ever be able to comprehend.” — A.W. Tozer  “To be grateful…

On the Lighter Side (August 2026)

Wife: “Doctor, my husband talks in his sleep.” Doctor: “Try giving him the opportunity to talk during the day!” — If anyone has lost a roll of $100 bills that was secured by a wide blue rubber band, I have found your rubber band.  — Did you hear about the broken guitar for sale?  It…