The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is thy faithfulness. “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, “therefore I will hope in him.” The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul that seeks him. It … More Mercy in many forms
October 24 1 Peter 5:1-7 (ESV) Shepherd the Flock of God 5:1 So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as a partaker in the glory that is going to be revealed: 2 shepherd the flock of God that is among you, exercising … More October 24 1 Peter 5:1-7
October 24 John 7:14-24 (ESV) 14 About the middle of the feast Jesus went up into the temple and began teaching. 15 The Jews therefore marveled, saying, “How is it that this man has learning, [1] when he has never studied?” 16 So Jesus answered them, “My teaching is not mine, but his who sent me. 17 If anyone’s … More October 24 John 7:14-24
October 24 John 7:25-36 (ESV) Can This Be the Christ? 25 Some of the people of Jerusalem therefore said, “Is not this the man whom they seek to kill? 26 And here he is, speaking openly, and they say nothing to him! Can it be that the authorities really know that this is the Christ? 27 But … More October 24 John 7:25-36
October 24 Lamentations 3 (ESV) 3:1 I am the man who has seen affliction under the rod of his wrath; 2 he has driven and brought me into darkness without any light; 3 surely against me he turns his hand again and again the whole day long. 4 He has made my flesh and my … More October 24 Lamentations 3
Therefore let those who suffer according to God’s will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good. (1 Peter 4:19, read verses 12-19 today) In the introduction to his sermon, “The Holy Spirit Will Help You Die,” John Piper gives two examples of martyrs and then says: I think it is very important … More “How would I ever have the strength and courage to die for Christ?”
John 7:1-13 is our reading for today. Verses 3-5: So his brothers said to him, “Leave here and go to Judea, that your disciples also may see the works you are doing. For no one works in secret if he seeks to be known openly. If you do these things, show yourself to the world.” For not even … More Not even his brothers believed in him
I am my beloved’s,and his desire is for me. Song of Solomon 7:10 (read chapter 7 today in our Bible reading plan) Here are some comments from David Guzik at Enduring Word: I am my beloved’s and his desire is toward me: The maiden is completely secure in his love. She understands his desire as not a … More I am my beloved’s …
The Lord has done what he purposed, has carried out his threat; as he ordained long ago, he has demolished without pity; he has made the enemy rejoice over you, and exalted the might of your foes. (Lamentations 2:17, in our Bible reading plan today) Ray Stedman on Lamentations 2: In other words, God is … More God is Faithful to His Purposes
October 23 1 Peter 4:12-19 (ESV) Suffering as a Christian 12 Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice insofar as you share Christ’s sufferings, that you may also rejoice and be glad when his glory is … More October 23 1 Peter 4:12-19
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