Enjoying God’s Beauty

“The whole earth is filled with awe at your wonders;

where morning dawns, where evening fades,

you call forth songs of joy.”

Psalm 65:8

• By Bill Gaultiere

A primary way God nourishes our souls with his loving presence is through the beauty of nature. The face of the Lord shines on his in the sun. The moon and stars remind us that God’s light and love shine to us even in the dark. The Lord is speaking to us and warming us from the heavens, the Psalmist says (Psalm 19:1-6). The joy of the Lord comes to us in splashing waves and playful animals! (Psalm 29:3, 6)

Throughout the Bible we read testimony of the Lord communicating to us in the skies, ocean waves, breeze rustling through the trees, fields and flowers, and birds that sing cheerfully. Jesus reassures us that our Father in the heavens always near cares for the little sparrows and he cares for us (Matthew 6:26 and 10:29).

Nature reveals to us God’s beauty, glory, power, wisdom, presence, creativity, and, most of all, his loving care. This is why we’re drawn to spend time in the beauty of nature and to enjoy animals. To take a walk on a beautiful day, play with your dog in the grass, or hold your cat are reliable ways for many people to connect with God’s loving presence.

God’s beauty is everywhere, enjoy!!!

 

God’s Love

 “Give thanks to the God of heaven.

His love endures forever.”

Psalm 136:26

“Repeated throughout Psalm 136 is the phrase, “His love endures forever.”  God’s love includes aspects of love, kindness, mercy, and faithfulness.  We never have to worry that God will run out of love because it flows from a well that will never run dry.”

~ Life Application Study Bible

• God’s love is steadfast and unchanging
• God’s love comforts us
• God’s love is revealed to us through Jesus Christ
• God’s love is poured into us through the Holy Spirit
• God’s love compels us to love one another

Peace With Everyone

 “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, 

live at peace with everyone.”

Romans 12:18

“Verses in Romans 12 summarizes the core of Christian living.  If we love someone the way Christ loves us, we will be willing to forgive.  If we have experienced God’s grace, we will want to pass it on to others.  And remember, grace is undeserved favor.  By giving an enemy a drink of water, we are not excusing his misdeeds.  We’re recognizing him, forgiving him, and loving him in spite of his sins -  just as Christ did for us.”

~ Life Application Study Bible

God Can Be Trusted

 “For the word of the Lord is right and true;

he is faithful in all he does.”

Psalm 33:4

“All God’s words are right and true - they can be trusted.  The Bible is reliable because, unlike people, God does not lie, forget, change his words, or leave his promises unfulfilled.  We can trust the Bible because it contains the words of a holy, trustworthy, and unchangeable God.”

~ Life Application Study Bible

God Protects Us

 “The Lord will keep you from all harm - he will watch

over your life; the Lord will watch over

your coming and going both now and forevermore.”

Psalm 121:7

“Psalm 121 expresses assurance and hope in God’s protection day and night.  He not only made the hills but heaven and earth as well.  We should never trust a lesser power than God himself.  But not only is he powerful, he also watches over us.  Nothing diverts or deters him.  We are safe.  We never outgrow our need for God’s untiring watch over our lives.”

~ Life Application Study Bible

Take Heart

“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

 

There isn’t a human being alive on this planet who isn’t acquainted with troubles. Times of difficulty arrive unexpectedly, often remain indefinitely, and the sorrowful memories they produce take deep root in the mind. It is no wonder, then, why Jesus’s promise in John 16:33also takes deep root in the minds and hearts of so many Christians: “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” 

~ crosswalk.com

Experiencing God’s Faithfulness

Deuteronomy 7:9

Know therefore that the LORD your God himself is God, the faithful God, who keeps covenant and loving kindness to a thousand generations with those who love him and keep his commandments. 

Our God is faithful, indeed!

In the Scriptures, we read over 275 times that God is faithful and His Word is true. The Bible contains thousands of promises. According to Hebrews 6:18, God cannot lie. He keeps every promise He made. When you are feeling overwhelmed or uncertain, reading the Bible and claiming God’s promises can be an enormous comfort.

But don’t just read about God’s faithfulness. Experience it!

Experience His grace, His loving kindness, His faithfulness each day so you can have a better life — the life He wants you to have.

God will not let you down. He I will never fail us or leave us without support. That is why you can say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” (Hebrew 13:5-6).

God says, “Trust Me, and everything will work out. I am in complete control. I will not let any of your problems overtake you. I will cause you to be the winner” (see Philippians 1:6 and John 16:33).

~ dailybible.com - article by Pastor Ken

 

Happy New Year

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace,

patience, kindness, goodness, 

faithfulness, gentleness, and self control.”

Galatians 5:22-23

The world needs the fruit of the Holy Spirit 

for a Happier New Year!!!