2 Corinthians 12:10 Although we aren't told specifically what Paul's thorn was, we can relate to the suffering he endured. Because whether it be emotional, physical, or spiritual, each of us have our own thorns to bear. Thorns for which we have pleaded with God to remove. And sometimes He’ll do just that. But what… Continue reading March 18th – 2 Corinthians 12:10
Tag: Rejoice
October 15th – Zephaniah 3:17
Zephaniah 3:17 God’s Promise - “I will sing over you with loud shouts of joy!” We are often our own worst critics. Instead of seeing ourselves as marvelous works created by the hand that created all things, we focus on our flaws and imperfections. But that’s not how God sees us. Our Heavenly Father created… Continue reading October 15th – Zephaniah 3:17
July 20th – Proverbs 17:17
Proverbs 17:17 Playwright Oscar Wide once said, “The burden of this world is too great for one man to bear, and the world's sorrow too heavy for one heart to suffer.” It’s said you find out who your real friends are when you’re at your lowest. They are the ones who not only stay through… Continue reading July 20th – Proverbs 17:17
July 19th – John 15:13
John 15:13 We live in a world that glorifies a "me first" attitude. But have you ever stopped to think about how your actions and decisions affect fellow believers? Jesus tells us to love each other like He loves us. And although we may not be called to physically lay down our life for another,… Continue reading July 19th – John 15:13
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
July 10th – Ephesians 1:18
Ephesians 1:18 Gratitude is important. God wants us to be thankful everyday for the blessings that He so freely gives us. But you know what else is important? Joy. The Lord wants us to feel the joy that comes with each gift He bestows. “You shall rejoice in all the good that the Lord your… Continue reading July 10th – Ephesians 1:18
July 9th – Psalm 32:11
Psalm 32:11 We all know the story of the adulterous woman. The one caught in the act of her sin. This woman could easily be you or I. Although our sin may not be adultery, we sin just the same. And as Christians, we would do well to humbly remember all Jesus forgives us for daily.… Continue reading July 9th – Psalm 32:11
December 25th – Luke 1:68-69
Luke 1:-68-69 I once heard a preacher say, “If our greatest need was entertaining, God would have sent us an actor. If our greatest need was technology, God would have sent us a scientist. If our greatest need was more things, God would have sent us a genie. But since our greatest need is forgiveness,… Continue reading December 25th – Luke 1:68-69
November 30th – Colossians 3:15
Colossians 3:15 With the holiday season upon us, wishes of “peace on earth and goodwill to men” fill the hearts of people around the world. But for Christian’s, the peace of Christ should rule in our hearts everyday, not just at Christmas. When we receive Jesus as our Savior, wonderful things begin to happen. First,… Continue reading November 30th – Colossians 3:15
November 29th – Luke 12:7
Luke 12:7 Although it varies by both the individual and the color, a person averages around 100,00 hairs on their head at one time. That’s a lot of hairs to count, yet God knows the exact number each person has. Why? Because with His hands, He created every individual specifically according to His purpose and… Continue reading November 29th – Luke 12:7
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