Candace Smith
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Candace Smith
highlighted Job 36:9-10 NLT
He gets their attention and commands that they turn from evil. he shows them the reason. He shows them their sins of pride.
Jul 6
Candace Smith
highlighted 2 Chronicles 19:9 NLT
These were his instructions to them: “You must always act in the fear of the LORD, with faithfulness and an undivided heart.
Jun 1
Candace Smith
highlighted 2 Chronicles 19:6-7 NLT
and he said to them, “Always think carefully before pronouncing judgment. Remember that you do not judge to please people but to please the LORD. He will be with you when you render the verdict in each case. Fear the LORD and judge with integrity, for the LORD our God does not tolerate perverted justice, partiality, or the taking of bribes.”
Jun 1
Candace Smith
highlighted Luke 21:34-36 NLT
“Watch out! Don’t let your hearts be dulled by carousing and drunkenness, and by the worries of this life. Don’t let that day catch you unaware, like a trap. For that day will come upon everyone living on the earth. Keep alert at all times. And pray that you might be strong enough to escape these coming horrors and stand before the Son of Man.”
Apr 29
Candace Smith
highlighted Luke 17:7-10 NLT
In the same way, when you obey me you should say, ‘We are unworthy servants who have simply done our duty.’” “When a servant comes in from plowing or taking care of sheep, does his master say, ‘Come in and eat with me’? No, he says, ‘Prepare my meal, put on your apron, and serve me while I eat. Then you can eat later.’ And does the master thank the servant for doing what he was told to do? Of course not.
Apr 20
Candace Smith
highlighted Luke 16:15 NLT
Then he said to them, “You like to appear righteous in public, but God knows your hearts. What this world honors is detestable in the sight of God.
Apr 19
Candace Smith
highlighted Luke 16:9-12 NLT
“If you are faithful in little things, you will be faithful in large ones. But if you are dishonest in little things, you won’t be honest with greater responsibilities. And if you are untrustworthy about worldly wealth, who will trust you with the true riches of heaven? And if you are not faithful with other people’s things, why should you be trusted with things of your own? Here’s the lesson: Use your worldly resources to benefit others and make friends. Then, when your earthly possessions are gone, they will welcome you to an eternal home.
Apr 19
Candace Smith
highlighted Luke 13:24-25 NLT
“Work hard to enter the narrow door to God’s Kingdom, for many will try to enter but will fail. When the master of the house has locked the door, it will be too late. You will stand outside knocking and pleading, ‘Lord, open the door for us!’ But he will reply, ‘I don’t know you or where you come from.’
Apr 14
Candace Smith
highlighted Luke 12:48 NLT
But someone who does not know, and then does something wrong, will be punished only lightly. When someone has been given much, much will be required in return; and when someone has been entrusted with much, even more will be required.
Apr 12
Candace Smith
highlighted Luke 12:47 NLT
“And a servant who knows what the master wants, but isn’t prepared and doesn’t carry out those instructions, will be severely punished.
Apr 12
Candace Smith
highlighted Luke 12:42-44 NLT
And the Lord replied, “A faithful, sensible servant is one to whom the master can give the responsibility of managing his other household servants and feeding them. If the master returns and finds that the servant has done a good job, there will be a reward. I tell you the truth, the master will put that servant in charge of all he owns.
Apr 12
Candace Smith
highlighted Luke 12:39-40 NLT
“Understand this: If a homeowner knew exactly when a burglar was coming, he would not permit his house to be broken into. You also must be ready all the time, for the Son of Man will come when least expected.”
Apr 12
Candace Smith
highlighted Luke 12:35 NLT
“Be dressed for service and keep your lamps burning,
Apr 12
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highlighted Luke 12:34 NLT
Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.
Apr 12
Candace Smith
highlighted 1 Samuel 25:29 NLT
“Even when you are chased by those who seek to kill you, your life is safe in the care of the LORD your God, secure in his treasure pouch! But the lives of your enemies will disappear like stones shot from a sling!
Apr 12
Candace Smith
highlighted Luke 10:10-11 NLT
But if a town refuses to welcome you, go out into its streets and say, ‘We wipe even the dust of your town from our feet to show that we have abandoned you to your fate. And know this—the Kingdom of God is near!’
Apr 7
Candace Smith
highlighted 1 Samuel 12:24 NLT
But be sure to fear the LORD and faithfully serve him. Think of all the wonderful things he has done for you.
Apr 6
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highlighted 1 Samuel 12:20-21 NLT
“Don’t be afraid,” Samuel reassured them. “You have certainly done wrong, but make sure now that you worship the LORD with all your heart, and don’t turn your back on him. Don’t go back to worshiping worthless idols that cannot help or rescue you—they are totally useless!
Apr 6
Candace Smith
highlighted 1 Samuel 12:14-15 NLT
“Now if you fear and worship the LORD and listen to his voice, and if you do not rebel against the LORD’s commands, then both you and your king will show that you recognize the LORD as your God. But if you rebel against the LORD’s commands and refuse to listen to him, then his hand will be as heavy upon you as it was upon your ancestors.
Apr 6
Candace Smith
highlighted Luke 9:23-25 NLT
Then he said to the crowd, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross daily, and follow me. If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake, you will save it. And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but are yourself lost or destroyed?
Apr 5