Psalm 32:3 “When I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long.” Admitting when we're wrong is never easy. Pride and hurt often get in the way when it comes to confessing the truth to ourselves and God. But when we don't, sin festers in our hearts leaving us filled with… Continue reading June 6th – Psalm 32:3
Tag: Discouragement
May 4th – Job 42:10
Job 42:10 The phrase, don’t judge a book by its cover doesn’t just apply to people, but also situations. When Job’s friends saw his misfortune they were sure he deserved it. They assumed, incorrectly, that Job was suffering because he had sinned against God. How many times as Christians do we do the same? How… Continue reading May 4th – Job 42:10
January 24th – Matthew 5:11
Matthew 5:11 Have you ever felt disheartened when someone shuts you down while you’re sharing the Gospel? Felt discouraged when the works you do for God don’t produce the fruit you want? Have you ever been rejected by others who don’t share your Christian faith? If so, you’re not alone. The Bible is filled with… Continue reading January 24th – Matthew 5:11
September 26th – Matthew 5:11-12
Matthew 5:11-12 Have you ever felt disheartened when someone shuts you down while you’re sharing the Gospel? Or been discouraged when the works you do for God don’t produce the fruit you want? If so, you’re not alone. The Bible is filled with stories of the disheartening, discouraging, rejection of God’s prophets and messengers. And… Continue reading September 26th – Matthew 5:11-12
September 23rd – Psalm 61:2
Psalm 61:2 Many times my heart has felt faint, consumed by discouragement and fear. And it’s during those times when praying and drawing nearer to God is a necessity. Because the Lord is our "higher Rock", our unshakable foundation that will never fail. No matter what is going on in this fallen world, God goes… Continue reading September 23rd – Psalm 61:2
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
Psalm 42:11 The sons of Korah were Levities from the family of Kohath. Korah, the grandson of Kohath, led a rebellion against Moses during the Exodus. In response, God judged Korah and the 250 men with him, killing all except the sons of Korah. So you’d think the sons of Korah in their despair would… Continue reading
August 1st – Psalm 42:5
Psalm 42:5 Between politics, religion, and vaccinations, division is running rampant within our country. No wonder so many are feeling discouraged and hopeless. Friends are turning against friends. Family members aren’t speaking to each other. And violence against those with disagreeing opinions is on the rise. The psalmist in Psalm 42 knew that feeling well.… Continue reading August 1st – Psalm 42:5
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