The Higher Goal of God’s Deliverance

1 Samuel 1:10 “She was very upset as she prayed to the LORD, and she was weeping uncontrollably.” 1 Samuel 2:1-3, 9 1 Hannah prayed, “My heart rejoices in the Lord; my horn is exalted high because of the Lord.  I loudly denounce my enemies, for I am happy...

The Goal of Selflessness

Genesis 44:33-34 “So now, please let your servant remain as my lord’s slave instead of the boy. As for the boy, let him go back with his brothers.  For how can I go back to my father if the boy is not with me? I couldn’t bear to see my father’s...

Not in Vain

  Isaiah 49:1b The Lord summoned me from birth; he commissioned me when my mother brought me into the world. Isaiah 49:4 But I thought, “I have worked in vain; I have expended my energy for absolutely nothing.” But the Lord will vindicate me; my God will reward me....

Thoughtful Thursday: Exalted Expectations

Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Proverbs 23:18 Surely there is a future, and your hope will not be cut off. Proverbs 10:28 The hope of the righteous brings joy,...

Worshipful Wednesday: The Source of Lasting Happiness

Psalm 34:5 “Those who look to Him for help are happy; their faces are not ashamed.”  Proverbs 16:20 “He that handles a matter wisely shall find good: and whoever trusts in the LORD, happy is he.”  Philippians 4:4 “Rejoice in the Lord...

The Surprising Favor of God

Genesis 39:21 “But the LORD was with Joseph and showed him kindness. He granted him favor in the sight of the prison warden.” Genesis 40:8 “They told him, “We both had dreams, but there is no one to interpret them.” Joseph responded,...

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