adversity

Proverbs 24:1-2 ESV Be not envious of evil men, nor desire to be with them, for their hearts devise violence, and their lips talk of trouble. We, who are believers in Jesus Christ, have been given the heart and mind of Christ, because Christ dwells within us by his Spirit. And, the...

HOW TO UNDERSTAND ADVERSITY Bible Reading: Hebrews 12:1-15. Aim: To understand God’s purposes for adversity. Key 1: Our first response to adversity should not be to try to remove it, but to allow adversity to reveal our true weakness. Introduction: Adversity can be our greatest motivation...

Thursday, October 20, 2016, 5:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “When I Am Afraid.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 62 (Select vv. ESV). On the Attack (vv. 3-4) How long will all of you attack a man to batter him, like a leaning wall, a tottering fence...