Hidden life ∙∙

Hidden life ∙∙ When the fullness of the time came, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the Law – Galatians 4:4 Isaiah 35:3-10  3 With this news, strengthen those who have tired hands, and encourage those who have weak knees.  4 Say to those with fearful hearts, “Be strong, andContinue reading “Hidden life ∙∙”

When the going gets tough ∙∙

When the going gets tough ∙∙ So be on your guard, not asleep like the others. Stay alert and be clearheaded. – 1 Thessalonians 5:6 Luke 22:39-40, 45-46  39 Then, accompanied by the disciples, Jesus left the upstairs room and went as usual to the Mount of Olives.  40 There he told them, “Pray thatContinue reading “When the going gets tough ∙∙”

Trust Fall ∙

Trust Fall ∙ Sin will be rampant everywhere, and the love of many will grow cold.  – Matthew 24:12 Ecclesiastes 8:11 When a crime is not punished quickly, people feel it is safe to do wrong. 2 Timothy 3:12-14  12 Indeed, and everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will beContinue reading “Trust Fall ∙”

The paradox of pain ∙∙

The paradox of pain ∙∙ For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever! – 2 Corinthians 4:17 2 Corinthians 4:17-18  17 For momentary, light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond allContinue reading “The paradox of pain ∙∙”

Serve good ∙

Serve good ∙ Brothers and sisters, we urge you to warn those who are lazy. Encourage those who are timid. Take tender care of those who are weak. Be patient with everyone. – 1 Thessalonians 5:14 1 Thessalonians 5:14-18  14 We urge you, brethren, admonish the idle, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patientContinue reading “Serve good ∙”