Category Archives: Encouragement

Patient endurance permits us to cling to our faith in the Lord and our faith in His timing when we are being tossed about by the surf of circumstances. Even when a seeming undertow grasps us, somehow, in the tumbling, … Continue reading →

1 Tim. 6:11 But flee from these things, you man of God, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance and gentleness.

Father, you know every decision we need to make and all the challenges we face. Forgive us for trying to figure life out on our own. Give us strength, wisdom and direction to walk in the path you have given … Continue reading →

Rom. 5:3 (NKJ) And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings perseverance

It is said that the compensation for the effort, courage, tenacity, and endurance displayed during the journey was not happiness. Nor glory. What God offered as a reward was only rest. – Ingrid Betancourt

Father, thank you for the strength, wisdom, joy, and peace you give. When life gets full of stress, may we be quick to remember you are in control of all things and turn to you in prayer.  Amen.

Luke 8:15 But the seed in the good soil, these are the ones who have heard the word in an honest and good hear, and hold it fast, and bear fruit with perseverance.

We have to pray with our eyes on God, not on the difficulties. – Oswald Chambers

Father, whenever we do not understand what’s happening in our life, may we close our eyes, take a deep breath and say, “God I know it is your plan. Just please help me through it.”  Amen.