The assurance that Christ renews our strength day by day contributes to an absolute dependence upon Him.

Every precious child is a gift from God and is a miraculous privilege to behold. A new life in Christ and a newborn baby are the most wonderful gifts that come from the heart of God.

Scripture tells us we may suffer for righteousness' sake, and in doing so, we are blessed, and privileged to suffer for His sake.

David violated four of the Ten Commandments given by God in one impulsive act of sin: thou shalt not kill, thou shalt not steal, thou shalt not commit adultery, and thou shalt not covet thy neighbor’s wife.

Job reminds us to trust God under all circumstances, especially when we do not understand what’s happening. “As for God, His way is perfect” (Psalm 18:30). Because God’s ways are “perfect,” we can trust whatever He does––and whatever He allows––to also be perfect.

The Bible identifies contentment as a virtue and a command. We are not sufficient in and of ourselves to claim anything as coming from us, but our sufficiency is from God (2 Corinthians 3:5).

It’s easy to fear man when we do not allow God to strengthen us during times of adversity and tremendous heartache.

Giving thanks is a good thing and is a foundational part of our faith and trust in Christ.

The word distress means extreme anxiety, sorrow, and pain. David, in Psalm 31:10, says, “My strength has failed me because of my iniquity.”

Judas’ kiss is described in Matthew 26:49.