“A voice says, “Cry out.” And I said, “What shall I cry?” “All people are like grass, and all their faithfulness is like the flowers of the field (Isaiah 40:6).”

“The grass withers and the flower fades, but the word of The Lord stands forever (Isaiah 40:8).”

“Heaven & earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away.” ~Jesus

“They will perish, but you remain; they will all wear out like a garment, like a robe you will roll them up, like a garment they will be changed. But you are the same, and your years will have no end (Psalm 102:26-27).”

“The word of the Lord remains forever. And this word is the good news [gospel] that was preached to you (I Peter 1:25).”

“The gospel is this: We are more sinful and flawed in ourselves than we ever dared believe, yet at the very same time we are more loved and accepted in Jesus Christ than we ever dared hope.” ~Timothy Keller, The Meaning of Marriage

Thank you, Lord, for the reminder today that while the things of this world may disappoint or fails us, Your Word stands forever! Thank you for loving and accepting me as I am, a sinner. Forgive me for the times I place my hope and trust in anything less than You. In Jesus name, Amen!

Reflect with me:

• Have you ever counted on something lasting forever that didn’t?
• How did that person/place/thing fail you?
• How did you react?
• Find a quiet time to pray:
  • Thank the Lord for His Faithfulness and His Word which provides comfort and hope
  • Confess the ways you have placed your hope and trust in something less

   

   

  *photo credit: Rhonda Rossi (edited with permission)

“Anything you cannot relinquish when it has outlived its usefulness, possesses you. And in this materialistic age, a great many of us are possessed by our possessions.” – Mildred Lisette Norman

“Do not put your trust in princes, in human beings, who cannot save. When their spirit departs, they return to the ground; on that very day their plans come to nothing. Blessed are those whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the Lord their God. He is the Maker of heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them—he remains faithful forever (Psalm 146:3-7).”

“This is what the LORD says: “Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who draws strength from mere flesh and whose heart turns away from the LORD (Jeremiah 17:5).”

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight (Proverbs 3:5-6).”

“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy,and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven,where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal (Matthew 6:19-20).”

Lord, There are days when I feel helpless and out of control. Forgive me for the times I place my trust in the things of this world instead of you. Forgive me for seeking material things which only promise temporary, limited solutions. Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me (Psalm 25:5). Help me to put my hope and trust only in you. In Jesus name, Amen!

 

“When you feel like you are drowning in life’s trials and tribulations, FEAR NOT! Your lifeguard walks on water!”

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand (Isaiah 41:10).”

“You came near when I called on you; you said, ‘Do not fear!’ (Lamentations 3:57)”

“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own (Matthew 6:34).”

Lord, when we are afraid, help us to put our trust in you (Psalm 56:3)! You are faithful and good.  Remind us to release our daily burdens and cast our anxieties on you (1 Peter 5:7). In Jesus name, Amen!