Freedom from condemnation. Romans 8:1Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, Freedom to make better choices. Romans 8:12Therefore, brothers and sisters, we have an obligation—but it is not to the flesh, to live according to it. Freedom to count sufferings as positive. Romans 8:18I consider that our present sufferings are …
The promise of Immanuel Matthew 1:22-23 All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”). God with us in our insecurities Luke 1:29-33 Mary was greatly troubled at his words and …
The prediction of Immanuel Isaiah 7:10-14 Again the Lord spoke to Ahaz,“Ask the Lord your God for a sign, whether in the deepest depths or in the highest heights.” But Ahaz said, “I will not ask; I will not put the Lord to the test.” Then Isaiah said, “Hear now, you house of David! Is it not enough to try the patience of humans? …
The prediction of Immanuel Isaiah 7:13-17Then Isaiah said, “Hear now, you house of David! Is it not enough to try the patience of humans? Will you try the patience of my God also? Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel. He will be eating curds and honey when he knows …
Origin of fear. Genesis 3:1-10Now the serpent was more cunning than any beast of the field which the Lord God had made. And he said to the woman, “Has God indeed said, ‘You shall not eat of every tree of the garden’?” And the woman said to the serpent, “We may eat the fruit of …
1. Thanksgiving when you feel you’re lacking faith. Psalm 22:1-2 My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from saving me, so far from my cries of anguish? My God, I cry out by day, but you do not answer, by night, but I find no rest. Psalm 22:3-5 Yet you …
1. Give thanks for His greatness. Psalm 145:3-6 Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom. One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts. They speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty—and I will meditate on your wonderful works. They tell of the power of your awesome works—and I …
1. Seek higher ground. Psalm 121:1-4 I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.He will not let your foot slip—he who watches over you will not slumber; indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. Isaiah 6:1-3 …
I. The Promise Matthew 10:16-22“Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore be wise as serpents and harmless[a] as doves. 17 But beware of men, for they will deliver you up to councils and scourge you in their synagogues. 18 You will be brought before governors and kings for My …
1. Enjoy life here and now. 1 Timothy 6:17 Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Ecclesiastes 2:25-28 …for without him, who can eat or …