God Works Even Through Our Suffering – Genesis 45:7
Suffering is not pleasant. But the story of Joseph demonstrates that God can work, even through our suffering, to accomplish his purpose,
Trust
God Is the Strength of My Heart – Psalm 73:23-26
This psalm is such a wonderful expression of trust in God, the strength of our hearts. What else is there that begins to compare with God.
Why Are You Downcast, Oh My Soul – Psalms 42:5
The cry of the psalmist is heartbreaking: why are you downcast my soul. Yet even in the mist of this, he continues to place his faith in God.
Cast All of Your Anxiety on Him – 1 Peter 5:7
There are so many things that we can allow to cause us to worry. But God tells us to cast all of that anxiety on him. He does care for us.
God is my Salvation. I Will Not Be Afraid – Isaiah 12:2
God is my salvation. He is my strength and defense. No matter what this world may bring against me, I am secure in God and will trust in him.
Conspiracy Theories Abound – Isaiah 8:12
Conspiracy theories abound in the world today. But as believers, we should trust in God rather than get caught up in fear over these theories.
Sermon on the Mount: Do Not Worry – Matthew 6:25-34
There are so many things that we could worry over, and be consumed by. But Jesus tells instead to not worry, but trust in God’s provision.
Sermon on the Mount: Treasure in Heaven – Matthew 6:19-24
Jesus tells us to store up treasure in heaven, rather than worldly wealth. By serving God faithfully now, we are depositing for eternity.
Finding Strength In the Lord – 1 Samuel 30:6
How do you respond to distressing situations. When David found himself overwhelmed, he found strength in the Lord, trusting in God.
The Problem of Overconfidence – 1 Corinthians 10:12
Paul’s warning against overconfidence is important today. It is too easy for us to be dependent on self and, as a result, fall into sin.
