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Encouraging, comforting, and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)

Trust

The Lord Is My Refuge

The Lord Is My Refuge – Psalm 91:9-12

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Suffering is a part of life in this world. But if we make the Lord our refuge, trusting in him, then he will keep us from real harm.

The Potter and the Clay

The Potter and the Clay – Isaiah 29:16

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There is much that goes on that I do not understand. But I trust that God is the master potter who is shaping the clay into his masterpiece.

remember what God has done

Remember What God Has Done – Psalm 77:10-15

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Do you ever feel like God is distant? When you do, it helps to remember what God has done for you. And when you do, you will be encouraged.

My Soul Finds Rest in God

My Soul Finds Rest in God – Psalm 62:1-2

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There are many uncertainties in life and it is easy to stress over them. But put your trust in God and your soul will find rest in him.

like grasshoppers in our own eyes

Like Grasshoppers in Our Own Eyes – Numbers 13:33

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We may feel like grasshoppers in our own eyes when facing our giants. But our God is bigger. And we can face them unafraid.

The Lord is my shepherd

The Lord Is My Shepherd – Psalm 23:1-4

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This psalm that is the favorite of many, declares that the Lord is our shepherd. He provides for our needs and protects us from all harm.

a stronghold in times of trouble

A Stronghold in Times of Trouble – Psalm 9:9-10

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Life can often be challenging. But God is our stronghold in times of trouble. We can count on him to see us through whatever comes our way.

do not be anxious about anything

Do Not Be Anxious About Anything – Philippians 4:6-7

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There are many challenging things happening today. But Paul tells us not to be anxious about anything. Let God's peace rule in our hearts.

trust in the Lord

Trust in the Lord – Exodus 14:31

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Do you trust in the Lord? It is easy to do when there are no problems in life. But do you also trust him when faced with challenges?

God works through our suffering

God Works Even Through Our Suffering – Genesis 45:7

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Suffering is not pleasant. But the story of Joseph demonstrates that God can work, even through our suffering, to accomplish his purpose,

God is the strength of my heart

God Is the Strength of My Heart – Psalm 73:23-26

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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

Why Are You Downcast, Oh My Soul – Psalms 42:5

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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.