In John 15:16 Jesus says, “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you.” Ephesians 1:4 says, “He chose us in him before the creation of the world… Continue reading Why did God choose me?
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Bible Verses to Help You Overcome Fear of Failure
Faith dares us to hope, take risks and move beyond our comfort zone. But that is easier said than done. What is holding you back from dreaming big and taking action? Sometimes, the fear of failure could overtake us. A past experience or the pressure of expectations could weigh heavily on your spirit. But take… Continue reading Bible Verses to Help You Overcome Fear of Failure
What Kind of Prayer Pleases God?
“This is the one to whom I will look: he who is humble and contrite in spirit and trembles at my word.” (Isaiah 66:2) The first mark of the upright heart is that it trembles at the word of the Lord. Isaiah 66 deals with the problem of some who worship in a way that… Continue reading What Kind of Prayer Pleases God?
The Foundation of Jesus Christ
1 Cor. 3: 10-13 God’s kingdom is always moving forward. There is no staying the same according to the captain of 49ers. If we feel that we are in the same place, it means that we are regressing. When we feel comfortable and do not want to move forward, God will push us to do… Continue reading The Foundation of Jesus Christ
Prayer to Speak Wisely
Lord, thy knowest better than I know myself that I am growing older and will someday be old. Keep me from the fatal habit of thinking I must say something on every subject and, on every occasion. Release me from craving to straighten outeverybody’s affairs. Make me thoughtful but not moody,helpful but not bossy, With… Continue reading Prayer to Speak Wisely
What Does the Bible Say about Burdens?
Have you felt difficult because of the burdens you carried? Is the heavy burden pressing down on your shoulder? In the bible, the burdens are compared to sins or signify worries. We can’t solve our burdens of sin. We must come to Jesus Christ, who carried the sin of the world. When we can not… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Burdens?
Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love
After a long walk in faith and serving the Lord, disciple John gave this encouraging and important message about love, because through love we can know God. Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love 1 John 4:8 God is in heaven while we are on earth. We can know God… Continue reading Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love
He gave thanks and broke the bread
Mark 6: 30-34 That Jesus fed 5,000 men with five loaves of bread and two small fish was a popular miracle that astounded all disciples. Prior to this event, Jesus had sent away his disciples to various villages and towns to preach the good news and they had done so well, bringing back to Him… Continue reading He gave thanks and broke the bread
Encouraging Bible Verses for Those Who Lost a Loved One
When we lose a loved one, the pain in our heart cannot be comforted easily. When you try to comfort those who lost their loved one, it’s difficult to find any word for them. I believe God who knows us best will comfort our hearts in the midst of the pain of loss. I pray… Continue reading Encouraging Bible Verses for Those Who Lost a Loved One
Jesus Makes Everything Turn Out OK
My ongoing journey to seek and know God Continues onward each and every day. I keep on the path, overcoming all traps, Remaining faithful, come what may. Satan tries to set up roadblocks; Unexpected detours to lead me astray. But with my eyes focused on the prize, I strive to continue on the right way.… Continue reading Jesus Makes Everything Turn Out OK