Promises for the Battle
Patience
God’s Awareness #6—Weighty Vision
Yahweh reigns powerfully forever; his eyes keep watch on the nations. The rebellious should not exalt themselves. Psalm 66:7 We are not the first to wonder if the bad guys “get away with it.” The prophet Habakkuk cried out, “How long must we wait for your salvation?!” One psalmist despaired that the wicked continued to … Continue reading
Sustenance #6—Well-considered Words
The wise heart will consider what it might say, and to its speech will add instruction. Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. Proverbs 16:23–24 No kidding—we don’t have to say the first thing that comes to mind! No one would be offended if we thought before we … Continue reading
Godliness #5—Reconciled Godliness
I want to hear! What will the deity I AM speak when he speaks? He will speak peace to his people—his godly ones—so they do not turn back to folly. Surely his salvation is near to those who fear him, that glory may dwell in our land. Psalm 85:8–9 In the midst of stressful lives, … Continue reading
Civility #5—Imitation Civility
When Christ suffered for you, he left you an example to follow: … When he was maligned, he did not respond with a curse; when he suffered, he did not threaten to retaliate. Rather, he placed his future in the hands of God because he judges justly. 1 Peter 2:21–23 How did he do it? … Continue reading
I Was Just Thinking … About Patiently Following the Plan
Shortly before the day that we now call Palm Sunday, Jesus walked into the village of Bethany and raised his friend, Lazarus, from the dead. This event did not go unnoticed. Word spread. This sign, as John’s gospel labels Jesus’ miracles, was the capstone of a series of signs that began when he turned water … Continue reading
Courage #5— Patient Courage
Do not fret because of evildoers, nor be envious toward wrongdoers. For they will wither quickly like the grass, and fade like the green herb. Trust in the Eternal, and do good; dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness. Delight yourself in the Eternal and he will give you the desires of your heart. Psalm … Continue reading
I Was Just Thinking … About Patient Faith
The biblical writers frequently remind us of the necessity to believe God. Hebrews 11:6 says, for example, “Without faith it is impossible to please him. For whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.” but this same book of Hebrews also stresses our great … Continue reading
Speech #7—Persuasively Sweet
The heart of the wise teaches his mouth, and adds persuasiveness to his lips. Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. Proverbs 16:22–23 Godly wisdom is the ability to see and to seek what will bring us the greatest happiness for the longest time in fellowship with God. … Continue reading
Prayer #6—Just Answers
At all times you ought to pray and not act out of frustration. … God will bring about justice for his elect, who cry to him day and night. He will not delay long over them. He will bring about justice for them quickly. Luke 18:1 & 7–8 Few things are more irritating than delayed … Continue reading
Forgiven #6—Forgiving Patience
The Lord is not negligent concerning his promise, as some count negligence, but is patient toward you all, not intending for any of you to perish but for all of you to come to full repentance. 2 Peter 3:9 All doctors know that some of the promises they make regarding our health take longer to … Continue reading
Promises for the Battle 