The Dirty Dozen and the Filthy Thirteen David writes, I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears. – Psalms 34:4 He altered his behavior in their presence. Since he was in their power, he pretended to be insane, making marks on the doors of the gate and lettingContinue reading “The Dirty Dozen and the Filthy Thirteen”
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A Spirit of Contentment ∙∙
A Spirit of Contentment ∙∙ So we can confidently say, “The LORD is my helper, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me?” – Hebrews 13:6 Deuteronomy 31:3-6 The LORD your God himself will go over before you. So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do notContinue reading “A Spirit of Contentment ∙∙”
Fear or Faith ∙∙
Fear or Faith ∙∙ There is no fear in love, but perfect love expels all fear. – 1 John 4:18. Mark 14:27 All of you will desert me. For the Scriptures say, God will strike the Shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered. John 20:19 So when it was evening on that day, the firstContinue reading “Fear or Faith ∙∙”
How Much Do We Love God?
How Much Do We Love God? We love him because he first loved us. – 1 John 4:19 1 John 4:16-19: We know how much God loves us, and we have put our trust in his love. God is love, and all who live in love live in God, and God lives in them. AndContinue reading “How Much Do We Love God?”
Jesus the Merciful ∙∙
Jesus the Merciful ∙∙ He needed to be made in every respect like us so that he could be our merciful and faithful High Priest before God. Then he could offer a sacrifice that would take away the sins of the people. – Hebrews 2:17 Hebrews 4:14-16 14 We have a great High Priest whoContinue reading “Jesus the Merciful ∙∙”