The Excellency to Which You Can Attain

 

"And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work." 2 Corinthians 9:8.

"He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time." 2 Timothy 1:9.

"Out of his fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given." John 1:16.

"For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. 12 It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age." Titus 2:11-12.

 Bible Universe: Explore!

Peace to Every Soul

"Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you all." 2 Thessalonians 3:16. 

 "You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you." Isaiah 26:3.

 Bible Universe: Explore!

His Promises Will be Fulfilled

 

"When you go through deep waters, I will be with you." Isaiah 43:2.

"Commit your way to the Lord. Trust in Him, and He will act." Psalm 37:5.

"Be bold. Be brave. Be courageous." Joshua 1:9.

"Don't be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand." Isaiah 41:10.

"I will not cause pain without allowing something new to be born, says the Lord." Isaiah 66:9.

"My soul finds rest in God alone, my salvation comes from Him, He alone is my rock and my salvation." Psalm 62:1-2.

The truths of the Word of God meet man's great practical necessity—the conversion of the soul through faith. These grand principles are not to be thought too pure and holy to be brought into the daily life. They are truths which reach to heaven and compass eternity, yet their vital influence is to be woven into human experience. They are to permeate all the great things and all the little things of life.   

     How far we come from representing the character of Christ! But we must lay hold of His merits by living faith, and claim Him as our Saviour. He died on Calvary to save us. Each should make it a personal work between God and his own soul, as though there were no one in the world but himself. When we exercise personal faith, our hearts will not be as cold as an iron wedge; we shall be able to realize what is meant by the psalmist when he says, 'Blessed is he . . . whose sin is covered.' Psalm 32:1. 

     God invites us to prove for ourselves the reality of His Word, the truth of His promises. He bids us 'taste and see that the Lord is good.' Psalm 34:8. . . . He declares, 'Ask, and ye shall receive.' John 16:24. His promises will be fulfilled. They have never failed; they never can fail. 

     Our Saviour wants you to keep in close relation to Himself, that He may make you happy. When Christ lets His blessing rest upon us, we should offer thanksgiving and praise to His dear name. But, you say, if I could only know that He is my Saviour! Well, what kind of evidence do you want? Do you want a special feeling or emotion to prove that Christ is yours? Is this more reliable than pure faith in God's promises? Would it not be better to take the blessed promises of God and apply them to yourself, bearing your whole weight upon them? This is faith." The Faith I Live By, page 123.

 Bible Universe: Explore!

The Seed is in Your Hand

 

"For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart." Hebrews 4:12 .

 

"But he answered, “It is written, “‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God." Matthew 4:4.

"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." Psalm 119:105. 

 

"Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away." Matthew 24:35.

 

"All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness". 2 Timothy 3:16.

"But he said, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and keep it!" Luke 11:28. 

"Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth." John 17:17.

 Bible Universe: Explore!

Grace Abounded

"But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me." 2 Corinthians 12:9.

"For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast." Ephesians 2:8-9.

"For sin will have no dominion over you, since you are not under law but under grace." Romans 6:14.

"But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works; otherwise grace would no longer be grace." Romans 11:6.

"But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble." James 4:6.

"For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God." Ephesians 2:8.

 Bible Universe: Explore!