JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Faith-Building Verses are Psalm 25:8 and 9.

Good and upright is the LORD; therefore, he instructs sinners in his ways. He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them his way.

God leads us in the way of His goodness by the counsel of His Word and the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

The Bible is where we learn how sinners can be turned into saints. That is where we learn about the riches of God’s grace.  The Bible also tells us about God’s character, God’s Kingdom, God’s will, and God’s blessings. The Bible gives us good direction for living life God’s way rather than our own.

These Faith-Building Verses inspire us to be teachable to the counsel of God’s Word in the Year of Relationship.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Eye on Integrity is based on Titus 2, verses 11 and 12.

For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age.

Grace not only frees us from the guilt of sin, but also teaches us to stay away from it. When the love of God captures our heart, we receive a new heart and a new attitude that is focused on pleasing God. His grace is both effective for saving us from our sin and transforming our heart into the likeness of Christ. This happens more and more as we walk with God daily.

Walking in the light of God’s grace is a virtue to embrace for our lives in the Year of Integrity.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com