“Then the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told them.” Luke 2:20. The shepherds heard an angel announce the birth of the Savior, followed by a “multitude of the heavenly host praising God”. After they found Mary, Joseph, and the Baby in Bethlehem, the […]
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13. Few Bible verses have helped God’s people more than this verse. But just reciting a verse doesn’t ensure victory. The context of Philippians 4:13 shows that although Paul was a prisoner, he rejoiced and kept a positive outlook. He received the support of believers and he […]
“Will you not revive us again, that your people may rejoice in You?” Psalm 85:6. If a believer wants the fire of zeal and enthusiasm kindled in his life, as well as in the lives of fellow Christians, he must study the Scriptures so that his own personal needs will be revealed. This in turn […]
“Nothing is better for them than to rejoice, and to do good in their lives.” Ecclesiastes 3:12 In longing for some future good we forget that every day, regardless of our circumstances is a gift from God to be used for His glory. In every season, there is a reason to rejoice and an opportunity to […]
“God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8. Whenever we love a person we want to know every detail of his or her life. But some of us want to be loved without allowing ourselves to be known. We’re afraid that we won’t […]