When I survey life's varied scene Anne Steele, 1760 When I survey life's varied scene, Amid the darkest hours, Sweet rays of comfort shine between, And thorns are mixed with flowers. Lord teach me to adore Your hand, From whence my comforts flow; And let me in this desert land, A glimpse of Heaven know. Is health and ease my happy share? O may I bless my God; Your kindness, let my songs declare, And spread Your praise abroad. While such delightful gifts as these, Are kindly dealt to me, Let all my hours of health and ease, Be devoted Lord to Thee. When present sufferings pain my heart, Or future terrors rise, And light and hope almost depart, From these dejected eyes. Your powerful Word supports my hope, Sweet cordial of the mind! And bears my fainting spirit up, And bids me wait resigned. And O, whatever of earthly bliss, Your sovereign hand denies, Accepted at Your throne of grace, Let this petition rise: "Give me a calm, a thankful heart, From every murmur free; The blessings of Your grace impart, And let me live to Thee." "Let the sweet hope that You are mine, My path of life attend; Your presence through my journey shine, And bless its happy end."

O Lovely Source of True Delight Anne Steele, 1760 O lovely Source of true delight, Whom I unseen adore! Unveil Your beauties to my sight, That I may love You more. Your glory over creation shines; But in Your sacred Word, I read in fairer, brighter lines, My bleeding, dying Lord. 'Tis here whenever my comforts droop, And sin and sorrow rise, Your love with cheering beams of hope, My fainting heart supplies. But O too soon the pleasing scene, Is clouded over with pain; My gloomy fears rise dark between, And I again complain. Jesus my Lord, my life, my light! Oh, come with blissful ray; Break through the dark shades of night, And chase my fears away. Then shall my soul with rapture trace The wonders of Your love. But the full glories of Your face Are only known above.

Prayer is truly a privilege to the believer. Being able to communicate with God at all times is such a blessing, and we often take it for granted. There are times when we feel we can't pray for ourselves, and what a comfort it is to hear others praying for us; and to know that Jesus is praying for us to the Father!

On today's Equipping You in Grace show, Dave considers how the means of grace helps us in our evangelism, Why Christmas is a great time for evangelism, Ray Comfort provides advice on addressing fear in evangelism, and much more on this new episode. What You'll Hear on This Episode • Dealing with objections to why Christians don't engage in evangelism. • Advice from Ray Comfort on addressing fear in engaging in evangelism. • How the means of grace help us in our evangelism. • Why worldliness is crippling the Church's effectiveness in evangelism. • Why we need to count the cost of following Christ to engage in evangelism. • Why Christmas is a great time for evangelism. Subscribing to the show Website: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipping-you-in-grace/id1046765197 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2hSxiDWtUUADAlaDFijRE4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37029196-cf49-4ecf-80c2-7a7aa846ff9e/equipping-you-in-grace YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgrace Donate to our ministry: https://servantsofgrace.org/giving/ Thanks for watching to this episode of Equipping You in Grace!

The sermon emphasizes the importance of individual responsibility in spreading the gospel and actively participating in God's work, drawing parallels from the stories of Nehemiah, Philip, and Jesus. It highlights the need to move beyond mere head knowledge and cultivate a heart for reaching the lost, urging listeners to embrace opportunities for ministry and surrender to God's will, even if it means stepping outside of their comfort zones. The message underscores that true change, both personal and societal, arises from a heartfelt commitment to God's call and a willingness to actively engage in His purposes, emphasizing that God's power and control remain constant and effective.

In the book of Acts, God promised the church power, and "great power." God gave us power through the completed work on Calvary, followed by the comforter given to the saints. We are not powerless, we have the Holy Spirit!

He Knows Your Name 1. An Explanatory Truth 2. A Confirming Promise 3. An Enabling Comfort

Have you ever wondered why some Christians thrive in their faith despite severe persecution while others struggle with temptation and sin in the relative ease of the West? In this compelling episode, we uncover the inspiring story of Roy and Jillian Orpin, missionaries in Thailand whose unwavering dedication led to significant spiritual conversions among the Mio people, even as they faced heartbreaking trials, including Roy's tragic death. Their story serves as a powerful contrast to the comfort many of us experience, urging us to keep our eyes fixed firmly on Jesus Christ, as Paul encourages in Colossians 3:1-4. Navigating the battle against temptation often feels like a losing game. We challenge the ineffective "just say no" approach and delve into the transformative power of seeking Christ in His fullness. Drawing from Paul's teachings, we explore how true victory over sin isn't found in sheer willpower but in communion with God and embracing our new identity in Christ. By focusing on Christ's supremacy, character, power, presence, and love, we find strength and transformation that surpass any self-imposed legalistic efforts. Modern life is rife with idols that promise happiness but deliver emptiness. Through personal stories and literary insights, we examine how the pursuit of earthly pleasures often leads to disillusionment. Drawing on Ray Bradbury's "Dandelion Wine," we highlight the transient nature of worldly joys and stress the profound contentment found in Christ. Reflecting on the sacrifices made by missionaries and the eternal hope in Jesus, we call believers to grow in faithfulness and non-believers to discover the lasting happiness that only Jesus can prov

If you take repentance and the commandments away from the evangelistic task, what do you get? You can ask Peter in Acts 2, Paul on Mars Hill, Jesus, or John the Baptist. Kevin Swanson interviews well-known evangelist Ray Comfort on the core issues of the Gospel. Are evangelicals getting this right?