“The Lord is good to everyone who trusts in him, So it is best for us to wait in patience—to wait for him to save us—And it is best to learn this patience in our youth.” —Lamentations 3:25–27 The poet Langston Hughes famously asked in his poem “Harlem,” “What happens to a dream deferred?” One…
“The Lord is slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness, forgiving iniquity and transgression.” —Numbers 14:18 “She must have the patience of Job.” It’s a common phrase derived from James 5:10–11 that refers to the seemingly endless perseverance of Job, who waited faithfully for God to turn his suffering into blessing. While Job’s…
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another…as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. —Colossians 3:12–14 Is there anyone you tend to avoid because he or she…
“Trust the Lord with all your heart, and don’t depend on your own understanding. Remember the Lord in all you do, and He will give you success.” ~ Proverbs 3:5–6 If you think God can’t move in your life because of the mistakes you’ve made or the situation you’re currently in, I’ve got great news for you: …
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” ~ Lamentations 3:22-23 Some people get so hung up over their past mistakes that they can’t live in the present. But God doesn’t want us living this way; He has already…
“Not to us, Lord, not to us, but to your name be given glory on account of your gracious love and faithfulness.” ~ Psalm 115:1 Our salvation does not depend on our worthiness. Our salvation depends on Christ’s worthiness. The blessings God gives us are not about how good we are. The blessings God gives…
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always…
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” ~ Isaiah 41:10 ESV God is With You! Always! God is with you always! He never leaves us, and He never expects us…
“The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life.” ~ Job 33:4 Have you ever felt like no one understands you? Or maybe you’ve felt like your life is going nowhere? Perhaps, like me, you’ve had a time of feeling utterly hopeless? Have you ever felt like you…
“Lazy people always want things but never get them. Those who work hard get plenty.” ~ Proverbs 13:4 It’s easy to feel like your effort at work goes unnoticed. It can be very discouraging feeling as though your actions have no purpose. Thankfully, with God, everything we do has a higher purpose! God can use…