Father, you are such a romantic. You began the Bible with a wedding, and you end it with the wedding feast of the Lamb. Right there in the middle, you begin Jesus’ earthly ministry with a wedding celebration. You talk of your covenant with your people, your commitment to believers, and your being husband to … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul gave us the best example for practicing ‘one-another-ness,’ by writing, “Our hope for you is unshaken, for we know that as you share in our sufferings, you will also share in our comfort.” (2 Corinthians 1:7 ESV) Hope in the Lord. #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
To a world that seems to be a wonderland on the surface, but perishes for lack of Jesus, I pray for you. I ask the Lord to reveal himself to you in a way that you come to understand and accept his salvation and Lordship. I pray that he draws you closer and closer to … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul showed us that he valued spending time with others, “For I do not want to see you now just in passing. I hope to spend some time with you, if the Lord permits.” (1 Corinthians 16:7 ESV) Hope in the Lord #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Yahweh Nissi, you are God, the one True God and the banner over me. Today is the last day of winter, with snow predicted to fall here, but you are the God of the seasons, and spring comes. Hope abounds in your promises. Renew us with your everlasting love, Father. Give us new hearts of … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul explained the extent of our hope into eternity with, “If in Christ we have hope in this life only, we are of all people most to be pitied.” (1 Corinthians 15:19 ESV) Hope in the Lord. #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Almighty God, I love how you crafted your Word so that the Old Testament gives visions and images pointing toward Jesus and the new covenant. These words you spoke to Isaiah are so relevant to me today, as I look forward to celebrating Resurrection Sunday and all of its impactful meaning. Your glory truly rose … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “now faith, hope and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” (1 Corinthians 13:13 ESV) Hope in the Lord. #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Loving Father, our faith is more precious than gold. The poking, prodding and refining you do in our lives brings us to be so much more than we ever thought possible. The faith we carry for Jesus lights our way and lightens our hearts. May others see this unspeakable and inexpressible joy you bring. May … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.” (1 Corinthians 13:7 ESV) Hope in the Lord #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
