Archive for the ‘ Gospel ’ Category

VerseD: 2 Corinthians 12:9

But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

‭2 Corinthians 12:9, ESV‬

Seeking God gives us wisdom about ourselves and our world, especially in knowing that we are weak on our own but that He chooses to move through us to change this world for His glory!

VerseD: Colossians 4:2

Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving.

Colossians 4:2, ESV‬

When we seek God, we gain wisdom for understanding ourselves and our world. The best way to start is through prayer, thanking Him for all He does and asking for His help in all situations.

VerseD: Amos 5:24

But let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream.

Amos 5:24, ESV‬

Seeking God helps us understand ourselves and our world better, and He empowers us to enact His justice and goodness in this world.

VerseD: Zephaniah 3:17

The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.

Zephaniah 3:17, ESV‬

We know our world and ourselves better when we seek God, and even in the midst of a wicked and dangerous world, we can see God moving with us, giving peace, joy, and wisdom

VerseD: Philippians 4:7

And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:7, NASB1995‬

Prayer changes us to think about God and His ways, and as we understand more of these, we find the peace of faith and His faithfulness.

VerseD: Mark 9:23

And Jesus said to him, “‘If You can?’ All things are possible to him who believes.”

Mark 9:23, NASB1995‬

Prayer changes us to have more faith in what God can do. May we have the faith and seek more faith to believe God’s promises and power.

VerseD: Colossians 3:2

Set your mind on the things above, not on the things that are on earth.

Colossians 3:2, NASB1995‬

Prayer helps us focus our thoughts and will on God and His Kingdom, but it also changes our hearts to seek the lost in this world.

VerseD: Acts 4:12

‭”And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.”

Acts 4:12, ESV‬

We are changed when we are drawn to Christ, and it is in Him alone that we find eternal life and freedom.

VerseD: 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Rejoice always

‭1 Thessalonians 5:16, NIV‬

Being made in God’s image means we have reason to love life, especially as believers in Christ. Let us rejoice in our Lord and His salvation.

VerseD: Luke 6:36

Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.

Luke 6:36, NIV‬

We were made in the image of God, so may we treat others with the same mercy He has shown us, being patient and withholding judgment. May we love others like our Lord.