Stand still ∙∙ Stand still and see the salvation of the LORD. – Exodus 14:13 Exodus 14:10-31 10 As Pharaoh approached, the people of Israel looked up and panicked when they saw the Egyptians overtaking them. They cried out to the LORD. 13 But Moses told the people, “Don’t be afraid. Just stand still andContinue reading “Stand still ∙∙”
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The worst kind of lazy ∙∙
The worst kind of lazy ∙∙ We hope with all our hearts that each one of you will display the same zeal to make your hope come true and that you will continue doing so until the end so that you may not become lazily lethargic but may copy those who, through faith and patience,Continue reading “The worst kind of lazy ∙∙”
Avoid blaming
Avoid blaming Through all this, Job did not sin, nor did he blame God. – Job 1:22 Matthew 7:1-5 1 Do not judge others, and you will not be judged. 2 For you will be treated as you treat others. The standard you use in judging is the standard by which you will be judged.Continue reading “Avoid blaming”
If He Has to Reach Way Down ∙
If He Has to Reach Way Down ∙ Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the LORD holds them by the hand. Psalms 37:24 Psalms 37:1-28 1 A Psalm of David. Don’t worry about the wicked or envy those who do wrong. 2 For like grass, they soon fade away. Like spring flowers, theyContinue reading “If He Has to Reach Way Down ∙”
Adversity – a catalyst for greatness
Adversity – a catalyst for greatness Every child of God defeats this evil world, and we achieve this victory through our faith. 1 John 5:4 1 John 2:12-17 12 I am writing to you, who are God’s children, because your sins have been forgiven through Jesus. 13 I am writing to you who are matureContinue reading “Adversity – a catalyst for greatness”
Pay it forward ∙∙
Pay it forward ∙∙ I urge you . . . in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice. – Romans 12:1 Romans 12:1-3 1 And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let themContinue reading “Pay it forward ∙∙”
Failed shepherds∙∙
Failed shepherds ∙∙ Once you were like sheep who wandered away. But now you have turned to your Shepherd, the Guardian of your souls. – 1 Peter 2:25 Ezekiel 34:11-16 11 For this is what the Sovereign LORD says: I myself will search and find my sheep. 12 I will be like a shepherd lookingContinue reading “Failed shepherds∙∙”
Throwing in the towel ∙∙
Throwing in the towel ∙∙ So let’s do what is good. At just the right time, we will reap a harvest of blessings if we don’t give up. – Galatians 6:9 Galatians 6:1-10 1 Dear brothers and sisters, if another believer is overcome by some sin, you who are godly should gently and humbly helpContinue reading “Throwing in the towel ∙∙”
Embracing Adversity and Accepting Trials
Embracing Adversity and Accepting Trials Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. – James 1:2 James 1:9-12 9 Believers who are poor have something to boast about, for God has honored them. 10 And those who are rich should boast that God has humbled them. TheyContinue reading “Embracing Adversity and Accepting Trials”
From silence and darkness to understanding
From silence and darkness to understanding Your instructions are a doorway through which light shines. They give insight to the untrained. – Psalms 119:130 Psalms 19:7-13 7 The instructions of the LORD are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. 8 The commandments of the LORD areContinue reading “From silence and darkness to understanding”
