#EvolutionofaHolyBadAss
“Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”Romans 12:9-10 NIV Love must be sincere.Everyday.All the days.Because we are created by a Loving God. Image may be subject to copyright
“I know what it is to have little, and I know what it is to have plenty. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being well-fed and of going hungry, of having plenty and of being in need. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”Philippians 4:12-13 NRSVUE I …
“And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that by always having enough of everything, you may share abundantly in every good work.”2 Corinthians 9:8 NRSVUE God is able to provide.(God is able to provide. God is able to provide.)Remember that line from the Wizard of Oz, ”there’s no place …
“And not only that, but we also boast in our afflictions, knowing that affliction produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope,”Romans 5:3-4 NRSVUE Suffering builds perseverance, or so we’re told. No one wants to suffer, and yet when we must endure it, we are never alone. The lesson? Pray, and look to …
“When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.”Psalms 94:19 NRSVUE We are the beloved. There has never been a time when I lacked for consolation. I trust God because the steadfast love never fails.I am encouraged, and restored. It is in those times that I am certain that everything matters …
“My brothers and sisters, whenever you face various trials, consider it all joy, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance.”James 1:2-3 NRSVUE Count it all joy.A surprise international adventure.An unanticipated career pivot.An entirely unexpected inspiration and new creativity.The gift of time.Count it all joy, because God who wrote the past and …
“Have nothing to do with profane and foolish tales. Train yourself in godliness, for, while physical training is of some value, godliness is valuable in every way, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.”1 Timothy 4:7-8 NRSVUE Being Godly can be defined as the ability to discern God's way, to …
“In everything do to others as you would have them do to you, for this is the Law and the Prophets.”Matthew 7:12 NRSVUE Known as the Golden Rule, this guidance is framed positively , as opposed to the “you shouldn’ts.” How much better do we respond to instruction than to admonishment? Let us encourage one …
Morning Devotional “You, Lord, are my shepherd. I will never be in need. You let me rest in fields of green grass. You lead me to streams of peaceful water, and you refresh my life. You are true to your name, and you lead me along the right paths. I may walk through valleys as …
“But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.”James 1:22 KJV I take great pride in finding images to share along with my morning encouragement. Sometimes, it’s easyThere are so many thoughts, interpretations, and perspectives on The Word. This one is easy.Do what it says.Love God.Love one another.Seek justice.Walk …
Chelle A Wilson 
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