Tag: persecution

The Company of Friends

Navigating difficulties requires the support of friends. “The Father of compassion and the God of all comfort Who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.” 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 NIV. My thoughts and comments […]

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Up to Nothing But Good

“Those who were scattered went everywhere preaching the Word.” Acts 8:4 NKJV. God’s plans are bigger than where you’ve been and better than what you’ve done. My thoughts and comments today are about being “up to nothing but good.” Sometimes God has to allow unfavorable circumstances that dislodge you from […]

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Being Worthy

“God blesses those who are persecuted because they live for God.” Matthew 5:10 NKJV. The magnificence of God’s blessing will outweigh your pain. My thoughts and comments today are about “being worthy.” Unfortunately, maltreatment is not uncommon in a hurting and unkind world. Don’t be shocked when it happens. It […]

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Irrepressible Joy

“I am greatly encouraged; in all our troubles, my joy knows no [boundaries].” 2 Corinthians 7:4 NIV When you reside secure in Christ, His joy becomes resident in you. My thoughts and comments today are about “irrepressible joy.” Without some redeeming measure of joy, daily life can be drudgery. Life […]

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Adversity and Opposition

“If God is for us, who can ever be against us?” Romans 8:31 NLT “People give too much worry with too little wonder at the Almighty God.” My thoughts today are about “adversity and opposition.” Ever have times when you felt like everything was working against you? Everyone can feel […]

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