Tag: Romans 8:18

Suffering

“What we suffer now is nothing compared to the glory He will give us later.” Romans 8:18 NLT. Job’s story was written to show God’s faith in Job, not Job’s faith in God. My thoughts and comments today are about “suffering.” First let me say, I do not presume to […]

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Altars of Consecration

“Abraham built an altar to the Lord, who had appeared to him.” Genesis 12:7 NKJV. The promises you seek are only found in the consecration God expects. My thoughts and comments today are about “altars of consecration.” The story of Abraham’s journey is told in “milestones of obedience and altars […]

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The Problem and Purpose of Pain

“Our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory revealed in us.” Romans 8:18 NIV. God redeems your pain to accomplish His purposes, which are eternal. My comments and considerations today are about, “the problem and purpose of pain.” We can all agree; pain is a problem. Pain is […]

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Opportunity for Joy

“Whenever trouble comes your way, let it be an opportunity for joy.”  James 1:2 NLT The life, or faith, that never meets resistance never develops strength. My thoughts and comments today are about an “opportunity for joy.” As long as there is life, there will be times that try your […]

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Marathon Runners

“Let us run . . the race God has set before us.” Hebrews 12:1 NLT “The life of faith demands the effort and endurance of a marathon, not the enthusiasm of a sprint.” My thoughts and comments today are about “marathon runners.” Amy, our daughter-in-law, mother of four and avid […]

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