Author Archives: Steve Gledhill

Philippians 3:12-14 (NLT) Pressing toward the Goal  12 I don’t mean to say that I have already achieved these things or that I have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess that perfection for which Christ Jesus first … Continue reading →

Philippians 2:1-11 (NLT)  1 Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? 2 Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each … Continue reading →

I sincerely apologize for the absence of the Word for Today for July 21st and 22nd. I was unable to access my computer. But today I am back and offer this word from: Colossians 3:1-4 (NLT) Since you have been … Continue reading →

Philippians 4:4-9 (NLT)  4 Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! 5 Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon.  6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, … Continue reading →

Where are you in recovery? Here’s where King David was during a difficult time in his recovery: Psalm 38 A psalm of David, asking God to remember him.  1 O Lord, don’t rebuke me in your anger       or discipline me … Continue reading →

Consider how this passage applies to recovery. John 5:1-15 (NLT) Jesus Heals a Lame Man  1 Afterward Jesus returned to Jerusalem for one of the Jewish holy days. 2 Inside the city, near the Sheep Gate, was the pool of … Continue reading →

Ephesians 3:16-20 (NLT) about empowerment as the Spirit of God takes residence in the lives of those in recovery committed to a relationship with God. 16 I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through … Continue reading →

Matthew 5:19-34 (NIV) Treasures in Heaven  19“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do … Continue reading →

Consider today how the following passage applies to your recovery God’s way. Matthew 5:1-14 (New International Version) The Beatitudes  1Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2and … Continue reading →

Romans 7:18-25; 8:1-2 I know that nothing good lives in me, that is, in my sinful nature. I want to do what is right, but I can’t. I want to do what is good, but I don’t. I don’t want to … Continue reading →