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Find the Peace of God

Philippians 4:6-7 and Wading birds at Sunrise, Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Sanibel Island, Florida.Wading birds silhouetted by the on reflecting on water at Sunrise, Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, Sanibel Island, Florida and Philippians 4:6-7 bible silhouetted and the peace of God

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7

Peace of God

When he penned these words, the Apostle Paul had a very good earthly reason to be anxious. He sat as a prisoner of Rome awaiting trial before Caesar. In today’s world we have much to be anxious about, but like Paul, we too can find peace in God. I pray you find His peace in our turbulent world. 

When we look upon the creation of God let us find peace in knowing our loving Creator is in control. Let’s all pray and leave our troubles in His hands. 

Read all Philippians 4.

Nothing Hidden

Hebrews 4:13 and a Tree Frog on a Coneflower, Bellevue, Nebraska.A green tree frog on a purple coneflower, Sarpy County, Nebraska and Hebrews 4:13

“Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account.” Hebrews 4:13

Nothing Hidden from God

One July morning I ventured into our garden to cut my wife some flowers. With her new bouquet in hand I walked back towards the house when WOW! I noticed this tree frog on one of the cone flowers.

Carefully I stepped back to the garden and placed the frog on another flower. After it settled on its new perch I brought the cut flowers inside, got my camera and returned to photographed the frog.

While I cut the flowers the frog remained hidden from my site, but the Bible says nothing in creation or in our lives remains hidden from God. Hebrews 4:12 says through His Word that God, “judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” He knows all. When we read the Scripture we learn to follow His ways.

Read all of Hebrews 4.

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Dim Reflections No More

1 Corinthians 13:12 and a Mountain Reflection, Glacier National Park, Montana. A small portion of mountain Reflected on shoreline in Glacier National Park, Montana. Bible verse of the day 1 Corinthians 13:12 dim reflection

“Now we see but a dim reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.” 1 Corinthians 13:12

Dim Reflections

This photo gives us only an incomplete view of a mountain. It shows us just a small reflection of its glory. And in this world we only see dim reflections of the glories and wonders of God.

All that God desires to give to us cannot be seen in this life. Any wonderful thing we see or experience here fails to compare to what God has in store for those who believe.

When we arrive in heaven our incomplete view of the majesties and glories of God will disappear. From that day on we will forevermore experience the fullness and wonders of God. Amen!

Read all of 1 Corinthians 13.

God Refreshes and Restores Us

Isaiah 12:2, 3 a Stream, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee.Stream covered with fall leaves, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee and Isaiah 12:2, 3 refreshes and restores

“’Behold, God is my salvation, I will trust and not be afraid; For the LORD GOD is my strength and song, and He has become my salvation.’ Therefore you will joyously draw water from the springs of salvation.” Isaiah 12:2, 3

Refreshes and Restores

Is there anything more refreshing than a freshwater spring or a mountain stream? So often the Scripture uses such imagery as metaphor for what God gives to us. He makes us clean and refreshes our souls. There is nothing more pure than our God and the sanctification He gives to us. In His sanctification and refreshment we find salvation through Christ alone.

Oh Lord, cleanse, refresh and restore us. Amen

Read all of Isaiah 12.

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Growing Together in Christ

Romans 12:4-5 and Ripe Blueberries with Unripe Blueberries, Bellevue, Nebraska.Ripe and green unripe blueberries on a branch, Bellevue, Nebraska. Bible verse Romans 12:4-5 Growing together in Christ

“For just as we have many members in one body and all the members do not have the same function, so we, who are many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another.” Romans 12:4-5

Maturing and Growing Together in Christ

Within the body of Christ (the Church) there exist many different believers growing in their faith. Not only does each believer receive different gifts from God, but each believer is at a different level of spiritual maturity.

Just as an unripe blueberry needs to grow and mature, so do new believers. Those stronger in their faith provide wisdom and encouragement to those newer in their faith and in their walk with God. Together, both new Christians and those more mature in their faith, are to walk side by side as we grow in love and faith in Christ.

And just like some of these blueberries have already been harvested, many believers have gone on to be with the Lord. The Christians who remain are called up by God to take their place.

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Read all of Romans 12.