John 16:33 On this side of heaven, a trouble-free life was never promised. In fact, Jesus told us plainly that hardship, sorrow, and trials would be part of our journey. Especially if we choose to follow Him. There will be moments when life feels heavy, unfair, and overwhelming. And there will be seasons when peace… Continue reading January 19th – John 16:33
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June 20th – John 16:33
John 16:33 Many people mistakenly assume that becoming a Christian means a life free from struggle, expecting only easy, peaceful living. But Jesus clearly states that in this world we, as His followers, will face trouble. Our Lord never promises a life free of difficulties. Instead, He prepares us for the reality of trials and… Continue reading June 20th – John 16:33
May 15th – 2 Corinthians 4:18
2 Corinthians 4:18 As Christians, we are called to have eyes that focus on the eternal promises of God. With faith as our lens, seeing the unseen and trusting in His unchanging truth. As we await the return of Jesus, let us fix our eyes on the eternal glory that awaits us. For though the… Continue reading May 15th – 2 Corinthians 4:18
May 30th – Philippians 4:7
Philippians 4:7 “When Christ died He left a will in which He gave His soul to His Father, His body to Joseph of Arimathea, His clothes to the soldiers, and His mother to John. But to His disciples, who had left all to follow Him, He left not silver or gold, but something far better, … Continue reading May 30th – Philippians 4:7
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
March 17th – James 1:2
James 1:2 An Indian guru once said, “The stones of a river start out rough, but with the current continually bumping and polishing them, they end up being beautiful.” A perfect description of the Christian life. Each of us are as river stones. Rough and jagged around the edges, tossed and turned in the raging… Continue reading March 17th – James 1:2
October 19th – Psalm 91:4
Psalm 91:4 God’s Promises - “I will cover you with My feathers and protect you with My wings.” We all need a refuge. But sadly, in times of trouble, some seek comfort through alcohol, drugs, food, relationships, or money. But these worldly sanctuaries are nothing more than paper houses that crumble at the first sign… Continue reading October 19th – Psalm 91:4
September Psalm 3:3
Psalm 3:3 In 1927 a submarine of the Navy was accidentally rammed by a Coast Guard destroyer, and quickly sunk. Heroic efforts were made to rescue six known trapped survivors. They exchanged a series of signals with the rescue force, by tapping on the hull. As the trapped men used the last of available oxygen in… Continue reading September Psalm 3:3
June 29th – Deuteronomy 4:29
Deuteronomy 4:29 It used to be that I only searched for God when it was convenient for me. And funnily enough, it was usually when I needed something. When times were good, my interests settled on things other than my relationship with the Lord. But to seek God literally means to seek His face, or… Continue reading June 29th – Deuteronomy 4:29
March 2nd – Isaiah 40:31
Isaiah 40:31 Each day is filled with its own challenges. And it doesn’t take much for those challenges to overwhelm us. But for those who wait on the Lord, help is at hand. Because when we turn to Him in our times of need, God is there. He is there to strengthen, renew, and carry… Continue reading March 2nd – Isaiah 40:31
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