Posts Tagged ‘Endurance’
Persistence
One day Jesus told his disciples a story to show that they should always pray and never give up. Luke 18:1 (NLT) Persistence is the opposite of “giving up.” However, persistence only has value if we pursue the right things. We admire stories of those who persisted, and persevered, in the face of overwhelming odds.…
Read MoreAre You Set?
Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Colossians 3:2 (NIV) It is one thing to get ourselves spiritually ready, but we must also stay ready. In order to accomplish that we must set or fix our minds on things above. Our focus must be true. We must not waver when things get…
Read MoreIf You Continue
“If you continue in My word, then you are truly My disciples; and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31–32 (NASB 2020) We do not live our lives in a vacuum. When Jesus tells us “Continue in My word,” it is with the understanding that there will be…
Read MoreTest Me
The Lord your God is testing you to see if you truly love him with all your heart and soul. Deuteronomy 13:3 (NLT) Does anyone enjoy being tested? In the previous article, “Test Everything,” we saw the value of examining preaching and prophecy to ensure they align with God’s word. But we start to feel…
Read MoreDon’t Look Back
I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead. Philippians 3:13 (NLT). Looking backward can be a great hindrance to moving forward. Regret over past mistakes afflicts many people. Past victories and triumphs can also impede forward progress. 20th-century philosopher George Santayana said, “Those who cannot remember…
Read MorePatient Endurance
“Patient endurance is what you need now, so that you will continue to do God’s will. Then you will receive all that he has promised.” Hebrews 10:36 (NLT) The Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary defines endurance as “the ability to withstand hardship or adversity; especially: the ability to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity.” I enjoy…
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