Unshakable strength – enduring hope ∙∙

Unshakable strength – enduring hope ∙∙ Fire tests the purity of silver and gold, but the LORD tests the heart. – Proverbs 17:3 Romans 5:3-5  3 We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance.  4 And endurance develops strength of character, and characterContinue reading “Unshakable strength – enduring hope ∙∙”

What is your AQ? ∙∙

What is your AQ? ∙∙ Even though Jesus was God’s Son, he learned obedience from the things he suffered. – Hebrews 5:8 2 Peter 1:5-8  5 In view of all this, make every effort to respond to God’s promises. Supplement your faith with a generous provision of moral excellence, and moral excellence with knowledge,  6Continue reading “What is your AQ? ∙∙”

Why are you afraid? ∙∙

Why are you afraid? ∙∙ Why are you afraid? Do you still have no faith? – Mark 4:40 Romans 5:3-5  3 We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance.  4 And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope ofContinue reading “Why are you afraid? ∙∙”

The burning crucible of the desert

The burning crucible of the desert Fire tests the purity of silver and gold, but the LORD tests the heart. – Proverbs 17:3 Exodus 3:1 Now Moses kept the flock of Jethro his father in law, the priest of Midian: and he led the flock to the backside of the desert, and came to theContinue reading “The burning crucible of the desert”