John 1:9 After Christmas ends and the lights come down, many of us feel an unexpected letdown. The decorations are packed away, the music grows quiet, and the world feels less bright. What once felt magical now feels ordinary again. Some of us carry unanswered prayers into the new year. While others carry a loneliness… Continue reading December 30th – John 1:9
Tag: Disappointment
December 26th – Hebrews 13:18
Hebrews 13:18 The day after Christmas often carries a quiet letdown, as the lights dim and the celebrations fade. The tree comes down, the anticipation is gone, and normal life begins to creep back in. But Hebrews 13:18 reminds us that faith is meant to be lived out with sincerity, not just felt in special… Continue reading December 26th – Hebrews 13:18
May 31st – Luke 23:21
Luke 23:21 Have you ever been disappointed by Jesus? You're probably saying to yourself right now, "What!? Of course not!" But if we're being honest, wouldn't the answer be yes? Because the truth is, Jesus doesn't always meet our expectations. He doesn’t promise a life free from suffering, nor to give us what we want.… Continue reading May 31st – Luke 23:21
April 13th – Numbers 23:19
Numbers 23:19 We’ve all heard it said that people will let you down, but God never will. We are fallen beings living in a fallen world. That means at some point in our lives, we will be hurt, betrayed, and disappointed by other people. And we too will do our share of hurting others. But… Continue reading April 13th – Numbers 23:19
September 20th – Habakkuk 3:17
Habakkuk 3:17 A pastor once famously said, “Disappointments are inevitable. Discouragement is a choice.” There is never a more true test of our faith than when God lets suffering into our lives. During times of trials do we still trust God and cling to Him even tighter? Or do we curse God and turn away… Continue reading September 20th – Habakkuk 3:17
February 19th – Romans 5:5
Romans 5:5 We will all face hardships in our lives. And one of things that gets us through the bad times is hope. But where we place our hope can mean the difference between enduring the storm with peace and joy, or disappointment and shame. The fallen world in which we live, offers a hope… Continue reading February 19th – Romans 5:5
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