Luke 23:34 “Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.’ And they divided up his clothes by casting lots.” When we are wronged, betrayed, and hurt, we want swift and immediate justice. Yet in the words of Abraham Lincoln, “I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than… Continue reading June 21st – Luke 23:34
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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
March 8th – Psalm 27:14
Psalm 27:14 We've all heard it said that patience is a virtue. It’s also listed by Paul in Galatians 5:22-23 as among the fruit of the Spirit. But when it comes to times of hurting and despair, the last thing we want to do is practice patience. Instead what we want is immediate relief. That’s… Continue reading March 8th – Psalm 27:14
January 7th – Psalm 41:12
Psalm 41:12 There is a quote that warns, “not everyone you fight is your enemy. And not everyone who helps you is your friend.” Throughout our lives we will experience hurt, betrayal, and disappointment at the hands of others. And in those moments we have a choice to make. Will that pain make us better… Continue reading January 7th – Psalm 41:12
January 3rd – Psalm 21:13
Psalm 21:13 When someone hurts us, it’s in our nature to want to retaliate. To make them feel, not only the same, but worse pain than they caused us. But instead of encouraging revenge or getting even, God demands something unfair, undoable, and unjust. Not only does He want us to leave the punishing to… Continue reading January 3rd – Psalm 21:13
Zechariah 7:10
Zechariah 7:10 When Jesus tells us to turn the other cheek, (Matt. 5:39) He knows what He’s asking is hard. Because when we’ve been hurt, betrayed, and disillusioned, our first response is to retaliate. But if Jesus had that attitude, humanity would never have been saved. The Lord had command of over twelve legions of… Continue reading Zechariah 7:10
July 21st – 1 Thessalonians 3:12
1 Thessalonians 3:12 As passionate as the apostle Paul was about Jesus, he was equally passionate about those he led to the Lord. Like a father who loves and cares for his children, Paul was there to teach, strengthen, and inspire young believers as they grew in their faith. Knowing firsthand the trials and persecution… Continue reading July 21st – 1 Thessalonians 3:12
July 18th – Philippians 4:4
Philippians 4:4 When we’re hurting, being told to rejoice seems not only impossible, but particularly cruel. After all, how could God expect us to find joy in pain? But did you know that of all the books in the Bible, among the most joyful are the "prison epistles”? These are the letters written by Paul… Continue reading July 18th – Philippians 4:4
June 4th – Psalm 55:22
Psalm 55:22 There’s nothing more painful than being betrayed by someone you hold dear. King David knew this well. Betrayed by one of his dearest friends, his heart was broken and his soul weary. David faced threats from all sides, enemies constantly wanting his destruction, and not knowing who would turn on him next. Too… Continue reading June 4th – Psalm 55:22
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