Not only this, but we also rejoice in sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance, character, and character, hope. Romans 5:3-4 Into the Text Nobody signs up for suffering. If given the choice, most of us would skip straight to the other side of it. I know I would.
God wanted to make known to them the glorious riches of this mystery among the Gentiles, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. Colossians 1:27 Into the Text We now come to the heart of Paul’s teaching in this letter. He speaks of the mystery that is “Christ
Then the angel of the LORD said to her, “Return to your mistress and submit to her authority. I will greatly multiply your descendants,” the angel of the LORD added, “so that they will be too numerous to count.” Genesis 16:9-10 Into the Text Sarah was barren, so she used
For in hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope, because who hopes for what he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we eagerly wait for it with endurance. Romans 8:24–25 Into the Text Paul’s words in Romans 8 remind us
Do not be anxious about anything. Instead, in every situation, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, tell your requests to God. And the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6–7 Into the Text It is hard to comprehend
You were taught with reference to your former way of life to lay aside the old man who is being corrupted in accordance with deceitful desires, to be renewed in the spirit of your mind, and to put on the new man who has been created in God’s image—in righteousness
Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will guard you. Wisdom is supreme—so acquire wisdom. Proverbs 4:6–7 Into the Text Treasuring God’s wisdom over the world’s wisdom is another way we choose to live lives set apart. God’s wisdom is like a precious
“because he has looked upon the humble state of his servant. For from now on all generations will call me blessed, because he who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name;” Luke 1:48-49 Into the Text Mary meditated on God’s incredible might and
“He was wounded because of our rebellious deeds, crushed because of our sins; he endured punishment that made us well; because of his wounds we have been healed.” Isaiah 53:5 “Because Christ also suffered once for sins, the just for the unjust, to bring you to God, by being put
“You are to tell your son on that day, ‘It is because of what the LORD did for me when I came out of Egypt.’ It will be a sign for you on your hand and a memorial on your forehead, so that the law of the LORD may be