Posts with the tag “hope”

"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." - Revelation 21:4    Life on this earth is filled with trials and tribulations. We face pain, suffering, and heartache on a daily basis. But as followers of Christ, we have a hope—a hope that transcends our present circumstances and points us toward a f...  Read More

"But the angel said to them, 'Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.'" - Luke 2:10-11   Christmas Day, the culmination of our Advent journey, is a time of great celebration and joy. It is a day when we come together to commemorate the birth of Jesus, our Savior. Whi...  Read More

"Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope." - Romans 5:3-4   Life is a journey filled with trials and tribulations. These challenges, while often unwelcome, play a crucial role in our spiritual growth and character development. Romans 5:3-4 reminds us of this truth: "Not only so, but we also...  Read More

"But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead." - Philippians 3:13   Regret can be a heavy burden to bear, a constant reminder of past mistakes and missed opportunities. It's a pain that can linger, haunting our thoughts and hindering our progress. But it's crucial to understand that dwelling in regret is not the path to healing and fulfillment. Instead,...  Read More

"As for God, his way is perfect: The Lord's word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him." - Psalm 18:30   In a world filled with imperfections and uncertainties, take solace in the unchanging and flawless nature of our God. His perfection is a source of comfort and hope, an anchor for our souls in times of doubt and difficulty. That’s why I love the reminder in today’s key verse from P...  Read More

Psalm 136:1 (NIV) - "Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good. His love endures forever."   In our journey of faith, we often stumble and make mistakes. Yet, amidst our failures, God's grace remains boundless. He extends forgiveness and showers us with His unwavering love. Today, let us pause to praise God for His endless grace despite our continuous mistakes. Psalm 136:1 exhorts us to give thanks ...  Read More

2 Corinthians 1:4 (NIV) - "He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us."   God's redemptive work knows no bounds. Even in our mistakes, He can bring forth beauty and empower us to minister to others. Our experiences of brokenness become the very catalyst for extending comfort, compassion, a...  Read More

Psalm 77:11 (NIV) - "I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago."   Have you ever faced a situation that seemed insurmountable? Reflect on a time when God helped you through a challenging journey. He was faithful then, and He can do it again. Look for the similarities between the past and present and be encouraged by God's unwavering faithfulness in your ...  Read More

Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) - "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."   Living a life less than what God has designed for us carries profound consequences. When we settle for mediocrity, fear, or distractions, we miss out on the abundant blessings, fulfillment, and purpose that God intends for us. As we ref...  Read More

"No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it." - 1 Corinthians 10:13   The journey to overcome sinful habits is not a one-time event but a daily battle. However, take heart, for God is faithful to provide us with the ...  Read More

"Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits." - Proverbs 18:21    Have you ever stopped to think about the power of your words? The things you say have the potential to change someone's life for better or for worse. As believers, we understand that the words we speak hold power. After all, God created the world with His words. He spoke and the universe...  Read More

“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” - Jeremiah 29:11  If you follow along with us daily, you know we spend a lot of time discussing our purpose. God created each of us for a specific purpose, and our job is to A) figure out what that purpose is and then B) put it into action. As we grow closer to God in our ...  Read More

“Faith shows the reality of what we hope for; it is the evidence of things we cannot see.” - Hebrews 11:1   Faith. It is a word as cliche as they come in church. “You have to have faith.” “Have faith in God.” “Do you have faith?” It is a word as popular as any and one we hear seemingly every Sunday. Yet for many, it is still so challenging to grasp, to believe in something you cannot see.   As we ...  Read More

“A woman suffering from bleeding for 12 years had endured much under many doctors…For she said, “If I can just touch His robes, I’ll be made well!’” (Mark 5:25, 28).In our “Perfect Timing” devotional series, we’ve been looking at Mark chapter 5 where Jesus is asked by Jairus, a synagogue leader, to heal his little girl. While Jesus is traveling with Jairus to his house to heal the girl, a woman re...  Read More

“When they persisted in questioning Him, He stood up and said to them, ‘The one without sin among you should be the first one to throw a stone at her’” (John 8:7).Christianity is often nauseating to people who don’t understand it. The world looks at Christianity and it sees nothing but rules—rules about what they can and can’t do. As a result, many people, unfortunately, see Christianity as a grou...  Read More

“Then I heard what sounded like a great multitude, like the roar of rushing waters and like loud peals of thunder, shouting: ‘Hallelujah! For our Lord God Almighty reigns. Let us rejoice and be glad and give him glory! For the wedding of the Lamb has come, and his bride has made herself ready.’” (Revelation 19:6-7)What do we need to appreciate the good? I mean, if something is good, of course we a...  Read More

“Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at His coming” (1 Peter 1:13) In our previous devotion, we discussed how the Lord works through tragedy. While we don’t want to walk through pain, the experience produces perseverance, and this perseverance paves the way to hope.            We’ve touched on the subje...  Read More

“I called on your name, Lord, from the depths of the pit. You heard my plea: “Do not close your ears to my cry for relief.” You came near when I called you, and you said, “Do not fear.’” (Lamentations 3:55-7). We know that tragedy comes to everyone. It’s an inevitable truth that we will all face tragedy in life. It might come in the form of death, sickness, depression, betrayal—there are numerous...  Read More

“Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grave in which we stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God” (Romans 5:1-2). We have peace with God. Through the sacrifice of Jesus, we have obtained peace that would have otherwise been impossible to attain had Jesus never c...  Read More