15 Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants. (Psalm 116:15) 1 A good name is better than fine perfume, and the day of death better than the day of birth. (Ecclesiastes 7:1) 27 And just as each person is destined to die once and after that comes judgment… (Hebrews 9:27) 24 “I tell…
1 When the whole nation had finished crossing the Jordan, the Lord said to Joshua, 2 “Choose twelve men from among the people, one from each tribe, 3 and tell them to take up twelve stones from the middle of the Jordan, from right where the priests are standing, and carry them over with you and put them down at the place where you stay…
3 But may the righteous be glad and rejoice before God; may they be happy and joyful. (Psalm 68:3) 22 Flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. (2 Timothy 2:22) 8 For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure,…
10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. (Luke 2:10-11) 11 You make known to me the path of life; you will fill…
15 “The time has come,” he said. “The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” (Mark 1:15) 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I…
1 Why do the nations conspire and the peoples plot in vain? 2 The kings of the earth rise up and the rulers band together against the Lord and against his anointed, saying, 3 “Let us break their chains and throw off their shackles.” 4 The One enthroned in heaven laughs; the Lord scoffs at them. 5 He rebukes them in his anger and terrifies them…
8 Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. (1 Peter 3:8) 11 Come, my children, and listen to me, and I will teach you to fear the Lord. (Psalm 34:11)
5 For I was born a sinner— yes, from the moment my mother conceived me. (Psalm 51:5) 12 Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and make me willing to obey you. (Psalm 51:12) 17 A good tree produces good fruit, and a bad tree produces bad fruit. 18 A good tree can’t produce bad fruit, and…
23 Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. 24 See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. (Psalm 139:23-24) Jesus said, “It is finished.” (John 19:30) 13 Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you…
33 “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) 20 Very truly I tell you, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy.…
