Kooper Davis Foundation

01/31/2026

Kooper Davis Foundation — Daily Thought
Hebrews 10:24

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds,”

This verse reminds us that faith was never meant to be lived in isolation. Growth happens best in
community—when we are attentive to one another and intentional about encouragement.

To “spur one another on” suggests thoughtful action. It means noticing when someone is tired,
discouraged, or drifting, and choosing to speak life, offer support, or walk alongside them. Love and good deeds often begin with presence.
Encouragement does not always come as praise. Sometimes it comes as accountability, reminding
one another of who we are called to be when it would be easier to give up or grow distant.

This verse challenges us to be active participants in each other’s lives—not waiting for others to
make the first move, but taking responsibility to build one another up with intention and grace.

Today, consider who God has placed around you. Ask how you might encourage love, kindness, and
good deeds in their life. When we lift one another, the whole community grows stronger.
— Kooper Davis Foundation | One More Step

01/27/2026

Kooper Davis Foundation — Daily Thought
Psalm 8:3–4

When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them?

When David looked at the night sky, he wasn’t crushed by how small he felt—he was humbled by
how seen he was. Against the vastness of creation, it would make sense to feel insignificant.

Yet this verse reveals a deeper truth: the same God who set the stars in place is attentive to our lives.

God’s care is not distant or accidental. He is mindful of our fears, our questions, and the weight we carry.

To be cared for by God means we are not lost in the enormity of life. Our struggles and
decisions matter to Him, even when we cannot see the full picture.

This verse invites us to pause and gain perspective. When life feels overwhelming, remember that the Creator of the heavens is not overwhelmed by your circumstances. He sees you fully and knows your needs.

Today, let this truth steady your heart: you may feel small at times, but you are never insignificant.
The God who formed the universe is mindful of you and cares for you—right where you are.

— Kooper Davis Foundation | One More Step

01/21/2026

Kooper Davis Foundation — Daily Thought

1 Thessalonians 5:15
“Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always strive to do what is good for each
other and for everyone else.”
This verse speaks directly into moments when emotions are high and fairness feels personal. Our
instinct is often to protect ourselves by responding in kind—but Scripture calls us to a higher way.
Not repaying wrong for wrong does not mean ignoring injustice or denying pain. It means refusing to
let hurt shape our character or dictate our response. God invites us to act from strength, not
retaliation.
Paul’s instruction goes further: always strive to do good. This is an active choice, especially when
circumstances are tense or disappointing. Doing good keeps our hearts free and our consciences
clear, even when outcomes are uncertain.
Choosing what is good for others—and for everyone else—reflects trust that God sees, judges rightly,
and works beyond what we can control. It allows us to move forward without carrying resentment or
bitterness.
Today, let this verse guide your response. Where you feel wronged, choose restraint. Where you feel
tempted to react, choose wisdom. God honors a heart that seeks peace and goodness, even in
difficult seasons.
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01/14/2026

Kooper Davis Foundation — Daily Thought
Matthew 24:44

“You also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him.”
Jesus speaks these words not to create fear, but to call His followers to awareness. Readiness is not
about predicting events or living in anxiety about the future. It is about how we live today.
To be ready means living with a steady heart—faithful in everyday decisions, honest in our actions,
generous in our love, and attentive to God’s presence now. Jesus reminds us that the future is not
ours to control, but today is ours to live well.
This verse warns against postponing faithfulness. It challenges the habit of saying “later” to
obedience, trust, forgiveness, or alignment with God’s will. Readiness is choosing to live aligned now,
not waiting for certainty or perfect conditions.
When life feels uncertain, this verse grounds us. We don’t prepare by panicking or trying to figure
everything out. We prepare by staying rooted, responsible, and faithful in the present moment.
Today, let readiness look like steadiness. Live awake, not afraid. Whatever comes, choose to be
found faithful—one intentional step at a time.

— Kooper Davis Foundation | One More Step

01/11/2026

Kooper Davis Foundation — Daily Thought

God Does Not Break His Children
Life breaks us in ways we never choose. Loss, grief, and suffering enter our lives without permission,
leaving wounds that shape how we see the world.
God is not the author of that breaking. Scripture reveals a Father who draws near to the brokenhearted,
who binds wounds, and who remains present when pain feels unbearable.
Suffering is not a requirement for usefulness, and pain is not proof of calling. God does not crush His
children to prepare them. He walks with them, restores them, and redeems what the world has damaged.
What was broken was never wasted—not because God caused it, but because He is faithful to meet us in
it. In His hands, even the deepest wounds can become places of compassion, strength, and hope for
others.
If you are broken today, it does not mean God failed you or needed to teach you a lesson. It means you
were loved in the middle of the storm—and you are still being held as you take one more step forward.
— Kooper Davis Foundation | One More Step

01/06/2026

Daily Thought.

Isaiah 60:1
“Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.”
These words were spoken to a people who had known darkness, loss, and long waiting. God does not
speak to them as defeated, but as chosen and seen.
“Arise” is not a command to ignore pain or rush healing. It is an invitation to stand again—to lift your eyes
after a season of being bent under weight.
“Shine” does not mean you generate the light yourself. The light comes from God. Our role is not to
manufacture strength, but to reflect what He places upon us.
The promise is not that darkness never existed, but that it no longer defines the future. God’s glory rises
over His people even after long nights.
Today, if you feel weary or uncertain, remember this: your light has come. Not because everything is
resolved, but because God is present. And where He is, darkness does not win.
— Kooper Davis Foundation | One More Step

08/11/2025

Congratulations, Benton Lee the 2025 Kooper Davis Foundation Scholarship recipient.

Benton will be attending ENMU in the fall.

08/11/2025

Congratulations, Cameron Hernandez class of 2024 Kooper Davis Foundation Scholarship  recipient. 

07/27/2025

Good luck to Matt and Kyle Davis, they are roping at the Lea County Fair and Rodeo. Good luck guy’s. 🖤

04/01/2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with Portales. ❤️

Tuesday, the Hobbs Schools Community will be wearing red to show support of our SENM neighbor Portales as they’ve had significant losses recently in their school community. Our continued prayers and support are with you all.🙏❤️

05/23/2024

Congratulations to Gabriel Palomino of Hobbs High School, winner of a Together We Rise Scholarship, presented in memory of Hobbs HS student-athlete Kooper Davis. Kooper Davis was a standout football player and student for Hobbs HS before his tragic passing in December of 2020. His name lives on through this scholarship, which is funded by those who have given to his memorial. Congratulations again to Gabriel Palomino on his selection as this year’s recipient.

03/20/2024

We are happy to announce that the application for the Kooper Davis Foundation scholarship is now open. For more information visit www.kooperdavisfoundation.com”

The Kooper Davis Foundation is a Christian-based foundation founded in memory of Kooper Davis. Kooper Davis was a Christian who was very involved in his church. He was also a promising young athlete playing multiple sports as well as being involved in many other extracurricular activities such as th...