“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 When I was a toddler I couldn’t talk, literally. I really...
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” ...
It was You who formed my inward parts, You knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are Your works; that I know very...
Strengthening in the disciples and encouraging them to remain true to faith. “We must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of God,” they said. Luke 14:22 As a small group leader with 7th graders, one of our questions/themes was “Why does God let bad things...
“Now you are sad. But I will see you again and you will be happy. And no one will take away your joy.” ...
Jesus said, “Jerusalem, Jerusalem…how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings . . .” Matthew 23:37 Every once in a while, the Bible alludes to female imagery of God. This verse from Matthew in the New...
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”. Philippians 4:13 Throughout my life in school, sports, and other activities I have always wanted to be the best, and if I did not feel like I was smarter or better, I would think that I wasn't good enough and that I failed...
“And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life…Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own...
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 In our busy and hectic world, it is often all too easy to get caught up in the day-to-day grind, and forget to look to...
After all, "The LORD is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid?" Psalm 27:1 My mom writes Proverbs 3:5-6 on every card I’ve ever received from her...