“Be my rock of refuge, a fortress of defense to save me.” Psalm 31:2. When we face opposition and persecution because we are doing what’s right, remember God is our “rock of refuge, a fortress of defense”. He is our reliable source of strength and protection. When we trust the power of God, we will experience the […]
“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.” II Corinthians 5:17. Some people look at the cruelty and inhumanity in our world and conclude that there cannot be a loving God. A better perspective, however, might be to think about how bad the world would be if God really didn’t exist. The evil and cruelty […]
“When I am weak, then I am strong.” II Corinthians 12:10. The apostle Paul asked the Lord to take away an infirmity, but instead he was told, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness” (II Corinthians 12:9). Paul discovered the power of Christ and was able to say, “When […]
“The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” James 5:16 Prayer is the key to releasing the vast resources of God’s character and blessing in your life. Without prayer we cannot begin to tap into the reservoir of all that God is waiting to bestow on us. When we long for a satisfying taste […]
“He is excellent in power.” Job 37:23. Compared to God we humans are feeble. We’re unable to help ourselves spiritually, heal our hearts, or fix the injustice we often endure. Fortunately, God cares about weaklings like us. What’s more, God “gives power to the weak and to those who have no might He increases strength: […]