Today is a beautiful day, because “I thank my God always when I remember you in my prayers, because I hear of your love and of the faith that you have toward the Lord Jesus and for all the saints, and I pray that the sharing of your faith may become effective for the full … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “And let our people learn to devote themselves to good works, so as to help cases of urgent need, and not be unfruitful. All who are with me send greetings to you. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all.” (Titus 14-15 ESV) Faith … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul instructed Titus on how to teach the followers in Crete to live according to sound doctrine, “But as for you, teach what accords with sound doctrine. Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness.” (Titus 2:1-3 ESV) Faith #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul preached faith in God’s covenant promise, “Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ, for the sake of the faith of God’s elect and their knowledge of the truth, which accords with godliness, in hope of eternal life, which God, who never lies, promised before … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul fought for the gospel, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy 4:7 ESV) Faith #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul contrasts purveyors of deceit and darkness with true faith, “But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul instructs, “So flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.” (2 Timothy 2:22 ESV) Faith #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul called out the opposition, “They are upsetting the faith of some. But God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: ‘The Lord knows those who are his,’ and, ‘Let everyone who names the name of the Lord depart from iniquity.’” (2 Timothy 2:18b-19 ESV) Faith #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Today is a beautiful day, because “But I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that day what has been entrusted to me. Follow the pattern of the sound words that you have heard from me, in the faith and love … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because mothers and grandmothers influence their children and grandchildren, “I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well.” (2 Timothy 1:5 ESV) Faith #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday