God's Words of Wisdom from the bible for Wednesday 13 July 2011

"Greetings in the Name of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on 13 July 2011"

Today's Bible Verse: John 16:33 "These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace.  In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world."

In this verse Our Lord simply states a fact of life...Life on our fallen planet often includes trials, traumas, and turmoil.  Some days, weeks, or even years, toil and trouble seem to double down on us.  Fraying relationships, Unraveling finances, Workplace worries.  Double toil and double trouble seem to be our lot in life.  If Jesus confirms that we will have tribulations, what hope can we have?

The hope that we need comes from the Lord's second promise, the promise that comes from the end of this same verse: "....be of good cheer, I have overcome the world."

From our Lord's cross and empty tomb flows ample proof that those who cling to Christ in faith simply cannot lose!  Victory belongs to us, in life and in death alike.  Trusting that Jesus has overcome and He shares His victory with us, makes every promise of our Savior that much more comforting, even His promises of trouble and trials.

Jesus who is our best Friend, knows how tough life's problems can get.  He understands and empathizes with us, and yet still His love and power go much further, they make victorious, come what may.

Today's Hymn: "Shall We Gather At The River" (verse 1)

Shall we gather at the river, where angels feet have trod
With its crystal tide forever, flowing by the throne of God
Yes, we'll gather at the river, the beautiful, the beautiful river
Gather with the saints at the river, that flows by the throne of God.

Heavenly Father, Lord Jesus, Holy Spirit,   Lord you are indeed my Savior and my Best Friend, and you have overcome the world.  Teach me Holy Spirit to "take heart" right now as I face the trails and troubles before me, so that in doing so, I might bring Great Glory and Honor to your Name which is above every name.                           
                                                                                                                Amen

Today's Biblical Truth: "When we place our trust in Jesus, He can give us peace in the midst of pressure"

Click on the link at www.cindidavis.blogspot.com for Today's Scripture Reading from Psalm 90 which is Titled: "A Prayer of Moses".

Have a God Filled and Spirit Led Day.  Go in Peace and Serve the Lord with Gladness.  Love God More Today and always remember that when you have a spiritual dilemma in your life and you tell out, "I CAN'T",  God Whispers to you, "BUT I CAN".

Jesus Reigns,
Cindi