Stiving to get closer to Jesus every day and sharing what I learn.
For the eyes of the Lord are on the upright, and His ears are open to their prayers: but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.
1 Peter 3:12 (Bible in Basic English)
We who are chosen by God always have His ear!
I want your loyalty, not your sacrifices. I want you to know Me, not to give Me burnt offerings.
– Hosea 6:6 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
God would rather spend quality time with you then to receive what you consider to be a sacrifice in honor of Him.
This is love: not that we have loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the payment for our sins.
1 John 4:10 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
The most perfect example of love we know is that God gave the thing most precious to Him to save those who didn’t even deserve it.
Clap your hands, all you people. Shout to God with a loud, joyful song. We must fear the LORD, the Most High. He is the great king of the whole earth.
– Psalm 47:2 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
Knowing that our God is the true King of this world should put a smile on your face!
However, the Lord stood by me and gave me strength so that I could finish spreading the Good News for all the nations to hear. I was snatched out of a lion’s mouth.
– 2 Timothy 4:17 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
If you make fulfilling the call of God in your life your main priority then nothing can stop you from accomplishing it.
My son, do not forget my teachings, and keep my commands in mind, because they will bring you long life, good years, and peace.
– Proverbs 3:1-2 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
If you want your life to be better then fill your soul with the Word of God
He gives strength to those who grow tired and increases the strength of those who are weak.
– Isaiah 40:29 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
When you feel like you can’t go on anymore look to God to give you the endurance you need.
A wicked person flees when no one is chasing him, but righteous people are as bold as lions.
– Proverbs 28:1 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
When you know that God is on your side, nothing can make you afraid!
I waited patiently for the LORD. He turned to me and heard my cry for help.
– Psalm 40:1 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
Tell God what you need and in His time He will help you if you wait on Him.
My defense is of God, which saves the upright in heart.
– Psalm 7:10 (American King James Version)
If your heart is right with God, He will surely rise up to defend you.