Genesis 50:19-20
19 But Joseph replied, “Don’t be afraid of me. Am I God, that I can punish you? 20 You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I could save the lives of many people.
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28 And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. (Romans 8:28) Suffering is a part of life. It’s especially a part of the Christian life. 12 In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life
Read MoreJames 1:12-15
12 God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. 13 And remember, when you are being tempted, do not say, “God is tempting me.” God is never tempted to do wrong,and he never tempts anyone else. 14 Temptation comes from
Read MoreNew Year, New Thinking
2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God. (Romans 12:2) I’m not a New Year resolution type of person. Many people are good at it, but I never have been.
Read MoreIsaiah 25:9
And it will be said in that day: “Behold, this is our God;We have waited for Him, and He will save us. This is the Lord; We have waited for Him; We will be glad and rejoice in His salvation.”
Read MoreIsaiah 43:11-13
11I, yes I, am the Lord, and there is no other Savior. 12 First I predicted your rescue, then I saved you and proclaimed it to the world. No foreign god has ever done this. You are witnesses that I am the only God, says the Lord. 13 “From eternity to eternity I am God. No one
Read MoreColossians 3:12-14
12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. 14 And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in
Read MoreLuke 2:11
For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.
Read MoreJohn 3:16
16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
Read MoreHow Merry Is Your Heart?
A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance, but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken. (Proverbs 15:13) Have you ever seen someone who you knew was struggling? You could hear it in their voice, see it in their posture, but most of all you could see it on their face. They may try
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