To all who received him, to those who believe in his name, he gave the right to become children of God — children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband’s… 

[Jesus said] “You are the light of the world. Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:14-16 Thoughts on Today’s Verse…… 

I will never forget your precepts, for by them you have preserved my life. — Psalm 119:93 Thoughts on Today’s Verse… Much like the rules parents have for young children — don’t drink what’s under… 

I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. — Philippians 3:14 Thoughts on Today’s Verse… The way to walk a tightrope is to… 

Since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out…