But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us (2 Corinthians 4:7). The Gospel. The greatest of gifts. The very truth of God’s love and sacrifice on … Continue reading
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Unless the Lord builds the house, its builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchmen stand guard in vain. In vain you rise early and stay up late, for he grants sleep to those he … Continue reading
…those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint (Isaiah 40:31). I have, on occasion, taken verses a … Continue reading
Though he slay me, yet will I hope in him (Job 13:15). Job was the poster boy for rough times. He was beaten up, knocked down, stepped on. He had more reason than any of us to think that God … Continue reading
…God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of Glory. (Colossians 1:27). I don’t understand how. I can’t fathom why. I just know what. And the … Continue reading
We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure (Hebrews 6:19). Go with the flow. Drift with the tide. Float wherever the breeze may take you. Uh, no thanks. Ships that drift are not happy ships. … Continue reading
…forever (Psalm 23:6). For all the tomorrows that will ever be Until the end of time and then past that So far in the future that all moments up to now will seem like a blip That’s forever. No, that’s … Continue reading
…and I will dwell in the house of the Lord… (Psalm 23:6). Don’t let this part go by too fast. I’ve read or heard this Psalm so many times that the end often goes by like movie credits. I see … Continue reading
Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life…(Psalm 23:6) I need to know that God is good. I need to know that God is merciful. I need to know that those qualities will always be … Continue reading
…my cup overflows(Psalm 23:5). Not just what I need. More Eversomuch more Overflowing abbondanza So, we’re clearly not talking about my bank account here. Instead, perhaps, we’re talking about greater things. Things like my heart My soul My spirit If … Continue reading