Category: Inspirational

Christ in the Vessel

“Let us pass over unto the other side” (Mark 4:35). Even when we go forth at Christ’s command, we need not expect to escape storms; for these disciples were going forth at Christ’s command, yet they encountered the fiercest storm and were in great danger of being overwhelmed, so that they cried out in their… Continue reading Christ in the Vessel

10 Bible Verses To Remind You You’re Precious To God

A friend of mine has a brilliant illustration he uses when talking to young people about their worth in God’s eyes. He gets them to imagine that a new, one-of-a-kind work of art painted by Picasso, Van Gogh or Monet has been found. He then gets them to think about how far people would travel… Continue reading 10 Bible Verses To Remind You You’re Precious To God

Home for the Holidays – How to Foster an Environment of Peace and Joy

As much as it’s the most anticipated time of the year, holidays may also present a significant amount of tension, anxiety, and stress. From decorations and gifts to hosting parties, preparing the perfect meal, and reconnecting with family members with whom you’re not on good terms, holiday season pressure can come from many different directions.… Continue reading Home for the Holidays – How to Foster an Environment of Peace and Joy

Rejoice Evermore

“And again I say, Rejoice” (Phil. 4:4). It is a good thing to rejoice in the Lord. Perhaps you have tried this, and the first time seemed to fail. Never mind, keep right on and when you cannot feel any joy, when there is no spring, and no seeming comfort and encouragement, still rejoice, and… Continue reading Rejoice Evermore

‘God is slow to anger’: Bible verses and inspirational quotes on compassion for helping to heal a broken world

Compassion has surely never been more needed in this broken, angry world of war, famine, disease, poverty and fear. The Bible shows us again and again the good news of God’s compassion for us, perhaps most vividly demonstrated in the parable of the Prodigal Son, referred to at the end, below. God’s compassion for us can… Continue reading ‘God is slow to anger’: Bible verses and inspirational quotes on compassion for helping to heal a broken world

Charles Spurgeon: Always, and For All Things

“Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”—Ephesians 5:20. THE position of our text in the Epistle is worthy of observation. It follows the precept with regard to sacred song, in which believers are bidden to speak to themselves and one another in psalms… Continue reading Charles Spurgeon: Always, and For All Things

Billy Graham: How to Be Thankful in All Things

Are you thankful no matter what? Look at the story of a man who had every right to be bitter—but wasn’t. The next footsteps in the corridor, he knew, might be those of the guards taking him away to his execution. His only bed was the hard, cold stone floor of the dank, cramped prison… Continue reading Billy Graham: How to Be Thankful in All Things

The grace to try again: Bible verses and inspirational quotes about perseverance

If courage is grace under pressure, perseverance is its cousin. Perseverance is the virtue of trying again, and then trying again, and again, until we achieve our goal.  Nothing great was ever accomplished without perseverance. Some people have marvelous natural gifts and are capable of wonderful things. But they lack staying power. When they meet… Continue reading The grace to try again: Bible verses and inspirational quotes about perseverance

The Thanksgiving Habit

O, Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His mercy endures forever! 1 Chronicles 16:34 In everything give thanks , for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus! 1 Thessalonians 5:18 The annual Thanksgiving Day in America, has grown to be a national festival. It is a day of rejoicing. It summons… Continue reading The Thanksgiving Habit