Author Archives: Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Hope For Today #222 – Faith Refuses to Live Rebelliously!

  Faith Refuses to Live Rebelliously! “The vision concerning Judah and Jerusalem that Isaiah son of Amoz saw during the reigns of Kings Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah of Judah. Listen, heavens, and pay attention, earth, for the Lord has … Continue reading

Posted in Hope For Today, Transformed | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Hope For Today #221 – Faith Enjoys All God’s Goodness!

Faith Enjoys All God’s Goodness! “I know that there is nothing better for them than to rejoice and enjoy the good life. It is also the gift of God whenever anyone eats, drinks, and enjoys all his efforts.” (Ecclesiastes 3:12–13, … Continue reading

Posted in Hope For Today, Transformed | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Hope For Today #220 – Faith Publicly Praises One’s Spouse!

Faith Publicly Praises One’s Spouse! “Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also praises her: “Many women have done noble deeds, but you surpass them all!” Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who … Continue reading

Posted in Hope For Today, Transformed | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Hope For Today #219 – Faith Looks to One’s Harvest!

Faith Looks to One’s Own Harvest! “There is profit in all hard work, but endless talk leads only to poverty.” (Proverbs 14:23, CSB) Who doesn’t like something for FREE! During the Pandemic it seemed like most everyone had their hand out. … Continue reading

Posted in Hope For Today, Transformed | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Hope For Today #218 – Faith Avoids The Worthless!

  Faith Avoids The Worthless! “A worthless person, a wicked man goes around speaking dishonestly, winking his eyes, signaling with his feet, and gesturing with his fingers. He always plots evil with perversity in his heart; he stirs up trouble. … Continue reading

Posted in Hope For Today | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Hope For Today #217 – Faith Explodes In Happiness!

  Faith Explodes In Happiness! “How happy is everyone who fears the Lord, who walks in his ways! You will surely eat what your hands have worked for. You will be happy, and it will go well for you.” (Psalm … Continue reading

Posted in Hope For Today | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Hope For Today #215 – Faith Is Shielded By God’s Favor!

Faith Is Shielded By God’s Favor! “For you, Lord, bless the righteous one; you surround him with favor like a shield.” (Psalm 5:12, CSB) In the midst of the storm we either shine like lighthouses or we cower in fear! King … Continue reading

Posted in Hope For Today, Transformed | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Hope For Today #214 – Faith Lives In Peace And Safety!

Faith Lives In Peace and Safety! “I will both lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, Lord, make me live in safety.” (Psalm 4:8, CSB) People can be so mean to us, can’t they? And remember, almost always we … Continue reading

Posted in Hope For Today, Transformed | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Hope For Today #213 – Faith Prays For One’s Offenders!

Faith Prays For One’s Offenders! “After Job had prayed for his friends, the Lord restored his fortunes and doubled his previous possessions. All his brothers, sisters, and former acquaintances came to him and dined with him in his house. They … Continue reading

Posted in Hope For Today, Transformed | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Hope For Today #212 – Faith Asks For God’s Gifts!

Faith Asks For God’s Gifts! “Wisdom and strength belong to God; counsel and understanding are his.” (Job 12:13, CSB) When life is falling apart, how do you pray? In the midst of our cousin Job’s despair, Job gives us the hint … Continue reading

Posted in Hope For Today, Transformed | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment