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 ∙∙”
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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”