DID YOU KNOW The Scriptures often surprise us by where they place the weight of God’s redemptive work. We expect explanations, qualifications, or moral résumés. Instead, we are frequently met with divine initiative that precedes human achievement. The stories drawn from Genesis, Ecclesiastes, and the Gospels remind us that God’s purposes are not driven byContinue reading “Lavished Promises and Trusting Hearts”
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Choosing the Nearness of God
DID YOU KNOW “God is with the righteous generation.” Psalm 14:5 (NASB) Did you know that righteousness in Scripture describes relationship more than reputation? When Scripture speaks of “the righteous,” it is not referring to people who have achieved moral perfection or religious superiority. Rather, it speaks of those who seek God, desire God, andContinue reading “Choosing the Nearness of God”
Anchored in Hope
The post emphasizes that God’s mercy provides a living hope through Jesus Christ’s resurrection, unlike temporary hopes in worldly pursuits. It highlights that righteousness comes from faith, not works, and God’s unbreakable promises serve as anchors in life’s storms. Jesus invites the hopeless to surrender burdens, offering hope for all aspects of life.