Posts with the tag “strive”

"Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth." - Psalm 46:10   In a culture that celebrates busyness and productivity, the idea of resting while God works might seem counterintuitive. Yet, in each of our lives, there's wisdom in surrendering control and allowing God to take the lead. The Psalmist encourages us in Psalm 46:10, saying, "Be sti...  Read More

"When you make a vow to God, do not delay to fulfill it. He has no pleasure in fools; fulfill your vow." - Ecclesiastes 5:4   Our words are powerful. They carry weight and influence, shaping our relationships and reflecting the integrity of our character. It is crucial that we honor the promises we make and strive to do what we say we will do. Ecclesiastes 5:4 reminds us of the importance of keepi...  Read More

“I don’t mean to say that I have already achieved these things or that I have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess the perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed me. No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly...  Read More