Tag: 1 Peter 4:12-13

Adversity

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1 NKJV. What doesn’t destroy you makes you stronger. Today, my thoughts and comments are about “adversity.” Adversity is inevitable and unavoidable. Adversity comes in varied forms and sizes – from mild annoyances to major problems. The […]

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Joy and Rejoicing

“I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people.” Luke 2:10 NKJV. Joy releases rejoicing, and rejoicing increases joy. My thoughts and comments today are about “joy and rejoicing.” For many years, our congregational welcome of the Christmas season has been with exuberant joy, expressing […]

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Obstacles, Obstructions, and Opposition

“Amid all these things we . . gain a surpassing victory through [Christ].”  Romans 8:37 AMP. An overcomer is your identity in Christ, not your ability apart from Him. My thoughts and comments today are about “obstacles, obstructions, and opposition.” Life can be challenging. Obstacles, obstructions, and opposition impose themselves […]

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After Effects

“The smell of smoke was not on them.” Daniel 3:27 NKJV “Rejoice in trouble rather than resent it; you’ll make people curious and  the devil frustrated.” My thoughts today are about “after effects.” Relationships, actions, circumstances, and experiences are not over when they’re over. There are always lingering after effects […]

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