Posts Tagged ‘ Helper ’
Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable.
Isaiah 40:28, ESV
God created us, and He called us to a standard that is impossible to meet. Yet, He has made a way for us and helps us through the Holy Spirit. And He will help us without any weakness or need for breaks.
Who is this King of glory? The Lord of hosts, he is the King of glory! Selah
Psalm 24:10, ESV
There is one God, and He alone is worthy of all praise and glory. He has given us His Holy Spirit to guide us in truth and worship as we carry His Name into the world.
Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.
Romans 8:26, ESV
It is not always easy to admit we are weak and need help, but our God is fully aware of where we fall short and need help. He has given us His Holy Spirit who lifts us up, helps us and encourages us, and gives us hope and means for overcoming.
It’s time to talk about the elephant in the room …
Because apparently ivory and thus elephants symbolize the 14th Anniversary.
And this lovely lady has been married to me for 14 years this fine day.
She has shown great patience and wisdom over the past tetradecade, been a wonderful helper, and the best of friends and dad jokes.
What time is it when an elephant sits on your fence?
Time to get a new fence.
She has been involved in ministry, cooks so many meals, and leads kids at school and church so well.
Basically …
But you, O Lord, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head.
Psalm 3:3, ESV
There are many things in this world that can harm us, whether persecution, illness, tragedy, or worries.
Let us pray to God who can save our souls and encourage our hearts and minds.
No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.
1 Corinthians 10:13, ESV
Our sovereign God knows our weaknesses and understands our temptations, and He helps us overcome them without forcing us by His Holy Spirit.
“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”
John 16:33, ESV
This world can be overwhelming, but Jesus has sent the Holy Spirit that His peace may fill and comfort us.
So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
1 Corinthians 10:31, ESV
We tend toward selfishness, but the Holy Spirit can help us glorify God in every area of life.
His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence
2 Peter 1:3, ESV
God expects perfection. Thankfully, He has sent the Holy Spirit to fill in all of the many places we fall short as He clothes us in His Son, the only Perfect One.
Oh give thanks to the Lord; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples!
Psalm 105:1, ESV
God is our help in trouble, and He saved us from our sin and His wrath.
Let the world know how great He is and what He has done!
a simple man of God 