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VerseD: Nahum 1:7

The Lord is good, a stronghold in a day of distress; he cares for those who take refuge in him.

Nahum 1:7, CSB

Nothing we can do can save us from sin, but God gives His righteousness to those who put their faith in the work of Christ through the cross. His goodness is made evident through the cross and His grace, and we can trust Him at all times.

VerseD: Matthew 5:16

In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.

Matthew 5:16, CSB

It is not what we do that gets us into heaven but Christ’s righteousness in us. That righteousness should overflow into doing good things and leading others to Christ.

VerseD: Isaiah 60:1

Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord shines over you.

Isaiah 60:1, CSB

Our lives are changed by the righteousness of God, and nothing we do will make us righteous apart from Christ’s work. Let us put our faith in Him and be made righteous and shining in holiness.

VerseD: Matthew 16:25

Then Jesus said to his disciples,“If anyone wants to follow after me, let him deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.”

Matthew 16:24, CSB

God moves in His own time and purpose, and He calls us tondeny our own will over our lives and humbly and patiently follow His will.

VerseD: Romans 5:8

But God proves his own love for us  in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

Romans 5:8, CSB

God moves in His own time and purpose, including coming 2,000 years ago to live as a sinless man to die to take away our sins, because He loves His Creation and wants to be with His redeemed people.

VerseD: John 3:17

For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.

John 3:17, CSB

God moves in His own time and purpose, and He sent Jesus at just the right time to bring salvation to those who will believe in His saving work on the cross. He will return at the right time, too, so let us seek His glory and the salvation of others while there is still time.

VerseD: Galatians 6:9

Let us not get tired of doing good,  for we will reap at the proper time if we don’t give up.

Galatians 6:9, CSB

God moves in His own time, so may we remember His patience as we struggle through this life, living as Christ did and loving others with the Word of God and acts of kindness while we await Christ’s return.

VerseD: Matthew 4:4

He answered, “It is written: Man must not live on bread alone but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.”

Matthew 4:4, CSB

God moves in His own time and His own ways, but He has told us how to overcome temptations, evil, and our desires: His Word. Trust that He will do what He has said. Trust in His Word.

VerseD: Colossians 3:2

Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.

Colossians 3:2, CSB

God moves on His time in His way, so let us focus on His will and timing. This will save us anxiety and fear, helping us to live holy and joyful lives.

VerseD: Joshua 1:8

This book of instruction must not depart from your mouth;  you are to meditate on it day and night so that you may carefully observe everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in whatever you do.

Joshua 1:8, CSB

We walk in the footsteps of Christ, and He demonstrated how powerful the Word of God is in our lives against evil forces, personal feelings, and relationships. Know the Bible to know Him more.