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wiirocku · 2 years

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Isaiah 41:9 (NIV) - I took you from the ends of the earth, from its farthest corners I called you. I said, ‘You are My servant’; I have chosen you and have not rejected you.

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tom4jc · 8 months

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Isaiah 41:9 You Are His Chosen Servant

You whom I have taken from the ends of the earth, and called from its farthest regions, and said to you, ‘You are My servant, I have chosen you and not cast you away:’ Isaiah 41:9 There are times in which high level leadership or authorities will choose a person to be a member of the high-level team. The person chosen can sometimes be someone from afar off and occasionally an unknown person to…

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#being His servant #Called By God #changed #Chosen By God #ends of the earth #high level leadership #Isaiah 41:9 #not cast away #transformed

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walkswithmyfather · 4 months

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Isaiah 41:9-10 (NASB). “You whom I have taken from the ends of the earth, And called from its remotest parts And said to you, `You are My servant, I have chosen you and not rejected you. Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.”

“Do Not Be Afraid” By In Touch Ministries:

“Our loving, faithful, and powerful God will never leave us, so we need not succumb to fear.”

“Throughout the Bible, God’s messengers and prophets tell His people to resist fear. Phrases like “Do not be afraid!” and “Don’t be anxious or worried!” abound. It’s enough to make us think perhaps the world is the safe and comfortable place we’re always dreaming it could be. With all these commandments not to be afraid—often backed up with the promise that God is with us—we might start to feel invincible. But a closer look tells a different story. To whom did God say these words?

To Hagar, the abused slave, alone with her young boy and about to perish in the desert. She wasn’t safe. Her life was in shambles. But God saw her.

To the Hebrew slaves, mistreated for generations, now facing the terrifying reality of spending their life in the wilderness.

To the exiles who watched their cities destroyed, only to be carried away to their conqueror’s homeland. God promised return—but not for 70 years, a full lifetime.

None of these people were safe, and most of them never would be. Yet God said, “Do not be afraid.” He says this to us today, too, amid our own grief. Though the suffering may not pass, God’s love and faithful presence will never leave our side.

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drshermaines-wisdomnuggets · 7 months

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"YES, GOD CAN STILL USE YOU!"

Ephesians 2:10, “For we are His workmanship [His own master work, a work of art], created in Christ Jesus [reborn from above – spiritually transformed, renewed, READY TO BE USED] for good words, which God prepared [for us] beforehand [taking paths which He set], so that we would walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us].” (AMP) When David first arrived at…

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officialyourdailyinspiration · 2 years

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John Gossner's Treasury

by John Gossner

Very truly I tell you, the one who believes has eternal life. I am the bread of life. Your ancestors ate the manna in the wilderness, yet they died. But here is the bread that comes down from heaven, which anyone may eat and not die. I am the living bread that came down from heaven. Whoever eats this bread will live forever. This bread is my flesh, which I will give for the life of the world. - John 6:47-51

I will open rivers in high places, and fountains in the midst of the valleys. - Isaiah 41:18

The river of God is full of water. - Psalms 65:9

There is no doubt that the Lord’s Supper is the means most rich in blessing to make us ever partakers of Him, and to sustain our intimate fellowship with Him, so that He abides in us, and we in Him (John 6:56). But who doubts that outside of the Holy Supper, the soul may have Jesus just as near, and by faith and ardent love may be just as much a partaker of Him, since He is willing, at every moment gladly to impart Himself to every hungry and longing soul? Also outside of the Sacrament He is at all times the Bread of Life which nourishes the eternal life of the soul and is indispensable in order that our spiritual life may be preserved, strengthened, and developed. A sound and healthy person must daily have something to eat; he cannot be without daily bread. He to whom Jesus is not just as indispensable as daily bread, as daily food and drink, does certainly not live in Christ, as He Himself has said (John 6:56). Without the food of the Lord, there is no life of the Lord in us. Therefore, the holy, sacramental Supper does not make the spiritual, unbroken, daily Supper superfluous, but, on the contrary, necessary and indispensable. He who has really tasted of Christ, hungers daily, thirsts for Him always. To hunger and thirst for Him, to long and yearn for Him, is the same as eating Him, sustaining and nourishing His life in us. He has instituted this spiritual communion, this daily Supper (John 6:53-56). In this passage He at least does not exclusively speak of the Sacrament. He has at any rate promised the daily communion (Revelation 3:20), ’I will come in to him and will sup with him, and he with me."

Consequently, Christ can always sup with us and we with Him. The way in which it is done, He Himself must teach us. Even David speaks of this (Psa. 23). The saints of all times, before and after the manifestation of Christ on earth, have been "eating" of Him and living by Him; they have ’’feasted of fat things full of marrow" (Isaiah 25:6), and have been refreshed by the ’’rivers" and "fountains" which He opened in high places, and in the midst of valleys, yea, in all places where souls have thirsted for the water of life The river of God, which is full of water, was well known to them. Come, come, all ye that are athirst, come each day and draw water with joy from the wells of salvation!

Thou givest all I wanted, The Food that death destroys; And Thou hast freely granted The Cup of endless joys.

Ah, Lord, I do not merit The favor Thou hast shown, And all my soul and spirit Bow down before Thy throne.

#John Gossner's Treasury #devotional #September 5 #John 6:47-51 #Isaiah 41:18 #Psalm 65:9 #2022

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dwuerch-blog · 1 year

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He is Here -- Right Now!

It’s hard to comprehend that we are a full-fledged “blood sibling” with Jesus Christ, our big Brother. Fully God. Fully Man. We are one with Him. We belong to Him. He lives in me. He lives in you! Please don’t skip through this blog quickly today. I know that many of my readers simply scan the words and move on. That’s what we have done for most of our lives. We’ve heard words, but we haven’t…

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graceandpeacejoanne · 1 year

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Isaiah 41: God's Elect

The pith of this teaching on election explains that God is sovereign, God controls and guides all events for God’s glory and for the good of God’s people. #Isaiah41 #IsraelGodsElect #JacobandEsau

God’s Promise of Care After speaking to all the nations, God now turns to one nation, God’s own people. But you, Israel, my servant, Jacob, whom I have chosen, the offspring of Abraham, my friend;you whom I took from the ends of the earth and called from its farthest corners,saying to you, “You are my servant; I have chosen you and not cast you off” Isaiah 41:8-9 (NRSV) In the…

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#election #Ephesians 1 #isaiah 41 #isaiah 41:8-9 #Jacob and Esau #open invitation #predestination

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bojackson54 · 1 year

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Coincidence Disguised as History. History Connected by Coincidence

Most casual observers might assess a seemingly random series of events and say, “Wow, That’s a Really Amazing Coincidence!” In fact, anyone looking at the birth of Jesus would have to admit there were some surprising coincidences that took place. I would submit that there is something more to it than that… You Can Look It Up… “In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should…

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#coincidence #history #Isaiah 52:13-14 #Isaiah 7:14 #Isaiah 9:7 #Jeremiah 23:5 #Jesus #John 7:41-42 #Luke 2:1-4 #Psalm 22 #Zechariah 9:9

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girlbloggercher · 3 months

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how to read the Bible

this is in order!

1. John

2. Mark

3. Matthew

4. Luke

5. Genesis

6. Exodus

7. Leviticus

8. Numbers

9. Dueteronomy

10. Romans

11. Galatians

12. Colossians

13. Proverbs

14. Ecclesiastes

15. Job

16. 1 Peter

17. 1 Corinthians

18. 2 Corinthians

19. Ephesians

20. Philippians

21. 1 Thessalonians

22. 2 Thessalonians

23. 1 Timothy

24. 2 Timothy

25. James

26. 2 Peter

27. 1 John

28. 2 John

29. 3 John

30. Jude

31. Psalms

32. Joshua

33. Judges

34. 1 Samuel

35. 2 Samuel

36. 1 Kings

37. 2 Kings

38. 1 Chronicles

39. 2 Chronicles

40. Ezra

41. Nehemiah

42. Jeremiah

43. Lamentations

44. Ezekiel

45. Joel

46. Amos

47. Obadiah

48. Nahum

49. Habakkuk

50. Zephaniah

51. Haggai

52. Zechariah

53. Malachi

54. Micah

55. Hosea

56. Luke

57. Esther

58. Jonah

59. Song of Solomon

60. Acts

61. Titus

62. Philemon

63. Hebrew

64. Isaiah

65. Daniel

66. Revelation

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thewordfortheday · 8 months

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Isaiah 41:9

I took you from the ends of the earth, from its farthest corners I called you. I said, ‘You are My servant’ I have chosen you and have not rejected you.

God uses ordinary people like you and me for His plan and purpose.

Each one of us is an instrument in the hand of the Master. The Lord has a plan and a purpose for you and for your life. You may feel left out or rejected. But He says to you, "I have chosen you and I have not rejected you." Today, will you trust Jesus with your life?

Prayer: Lord, thank You that You have been with me thus far. Forgive me for doubting You in moments of pain and disappointment. I recognise that You have a blessed plan for my life. I surrender everything in Your hands. Thank You Jesus. Amen.

#bible verse #daily devotional #christian quotes #bible quotes #inspiration #daily devotion #christian quote #christian life #scripture #bible #sad #depressed

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nastasya--filippovna · 6 months

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WHO IS CROWLEY AFTER THE FALL (PART2)

Here it is finally.

So what is the Leviathan.

In mythology and theology the Leviathan is a sea-serpent and is mentioned in several books of the Hebrew Bible such as the Book of Job and Book Isaiah and Book of Enoch. The Leviathan of the Book of Job is a reflection of the older Canaanite Lotan, a primeval monster defeated by the god Baal Hadad. Parallels to the role of Mesopotamian Tiamat defeated by Marduk have long been drawn in comparative mythology, as have been wider comparisons to dragon and world serpent narratives such as Indra slaying Vrtra or Thor slaying Jörmungandr.

Once again we see the pattern of Biblical creatures being “inspired” from pagan ones.

Thomas Aquinas described Leviathan as the demon of envy, first in punishing the corresponding sinners. Peter Binsfeld likewise classified Leviathan as the demon of envy, as one of the seven Princes of Hell corresponding to the seven deadly sins. Leviathan became associated with, and may originally have been referred to by, the visual motif of the Hellmouth, a monstrous animal into whose mouth the damned disappear at the Last Judgment, found in Anglo-Saxon art from about 800, and later all over Europe.

In the Book of Enoch, The Leviathan is a female giant chaos serpent that lives deep in the ocean, while her mate, Behemoth, is a male giant chaos beast (based off of a hippopotamus or water-ox) who lives in the mythical desert of Duidain, East of Eden.

Ring any bells. Chaos mongering (fomenting), ox, eastern gate of eden….

The Hebrew word that translates to Leviathan (Livyatan) appears six times in the Old Testament. One of them is in Job 41. The word is derived from the root Iwy or ‘ twist, coil’ and means ‘the sinuous one.’ So I think we can establish that this creature is at least indicated to be snake-like. Scholars trace the etymology of whale and crocodile

In the Book of Isaiah it is mentioned that the beast will rise from the water and will be defeated by God on the Last Day. However, quite interestingly nowhere in the Old Testament is the Leviathan written as evil. Only later scholars have equated it with the devil so that the battle between God and Chaos can be interpreted as the battle between God and the Devil.

Now let’s make this more interesting: The Gnostic sect venerate the biblical serpent of the Garden of Eden as a symbol of wisdom, which the malevolent Demiurge tried to hide from Adam and Eve. They identify the Leviathan as the serpent of Eden and in this belief system the Leviathan appears as an Ouroboros, separating the divine realm from humanity by enveloping or permeating the material world.

I mean I don’t even need to say anything further.

And he does show up in GO Season 2. The matchbox.

Here

When did this happen, I wonder……hmmmmmm

Oh YES!

Crowley wearing Aziraphale’s face

Here’s the rest of the passage from Job

1 Canst thou draw out leviathan with an hook? or his tongue with a cord which thou lettest down?

2 Canst thou put an hook into his nose? or bore his jaw through with a thorn?

3 Will he make many supplications unto thee? will he speak soft words unto thee?

4 Will he make a covenant with thee? wilt thou take him for a servant for ever?

5 Wilt thou play with him as with a bird? or wilt thou bind him for thy maidens?

6 Shall the companions make a banquet of him? shall they part him among the merchants?

7 Canst thou fill his skin with barbed irons? or his head with fish spears?

8 Lay thine hand upon him, remember the battle, do no more.

9 Behold, the hope of him is in vain: shall not one be cast down even at the sight of him?

10 None is so fierce that dare stir him up: who then is able to stand before me?

11 Who hath prevented me, that I should repay him? whatsoever is under the whole heaven is mine.

12 I will not conceal his parts, nor his power, nor his comely proportion.

13 Who can discover the face of his garment? (penetrate his coat of armor) or who can come to him with his double bridle?

14 Who can open the doors of his face? his teeth are terrible round about.

15 His scales are his pride, shut up together as with a close seal.

16 One is so near to another, that no air can come between them.

17 They are joined one to another, they stick together, that they cannot be sundered.

18 By his neesings a light doth shine, and his eyes are like the eyelids of the morning.

19 Out of his mouth go burning lamps, and sparks of fire leap out.

20 Out of his nostrils goeth smoke, as out of a seething pot or caldron.

21 His breath kindleth coals, and a flame goeth out of his mouth.

22 In his neck remaineth strength, and sorrow is turned into joy before him.

23 The flakes of his flesh are joined together: they are firm in themselves; they cannot be moved.

24 His heart is as firm as a stone; yea, as hard as a piece of the nether millstone.

25 When he raiseth up himself, the mighty are afraid: by reason of breakings they purify themselves.

26 The sword of him that layeth at him cannot hold: the spear, the dart, nor the habergeon.

27 He esteemeth iron as straw, and brass as rotten wood.

28 The arrow cannot make him flee: slingstones are turned with him into stubble.

29 Darts are counted as stubble: he laugheth at the shaking of a spear.

30 Sharp stones are under him: he spreadeth sharp pointed things upon the mire.

31 He maketh the deep to boil like a pot: he maketh the sea like a pot of ointment.

32 He maketh a path to shine after him; one would think the deep to be hoary.

33 Upon earth there is not his like, who is made without fear.

34 He beholdeth all high things: he is a king over all the children of pride.

The Leviathan is a magnificent creature. And the very fact that God goes to so much trouble to describe the magnanimity of this creature is to show what God has created and hence Her magnanimity must be even greater in comparison for the Creator is always superior to the Creation. And if God can so easily abuse and humiliate this beautiful monster, then God must be worshipped and feared.

Though to the unsuspecting eye these passages may ring no familiar bells, a closer look makes you realize how Crowley-coded they are. And to think that in a story where Neil has never witten or shown anything that wasn’t woven in finely with the characters, I alwsy wondered why he chose the Book of Job for the minisode when he could have included any other one.

But it reminded me that Crowleys character is truly unrelenting. He’s a nether millstone. He won’t give up that easily. He absolutely won’t submit to anyone, and he’s shown time and time again that his vociferous litanies about running away disappear as soon as someone or something he cares about is in danger (i.e. Aziraphale). And the second coming will also threaten his creation (the universe). His refusal to submit to authority, the refusal to be subjugated is the reason he fell in the first place. And quite interestingly he doesn’t own Hell either. He resists that too. For him it’s not Heaven or Hell that matters but the resistance to Power.

I also think it’s also fitting that the Leviathan is perceived to be a monster that must be slain or enslaved but in reality is another of God’s creations just like the sun and the stars and the rivers and the mountains.

And it makes me think of how Crowley has always been labeled as evil because he fell. I think of how, at heart, he is truly gentle and kind, he’s a starmaker. But his fall, his appearance, his desire to be autonomous and his grey moral campus make him feared and a target. And that has made him the embodiment of chaos. His refusal to submit himself to the uniformity of both worlds, to the rules and guidelines that create this illusion of order sets him apart from them. He embraces the chaos that grayness offers, that being ‘human’ brings. And hence the final battle will be between God and chaos with God justifies as being the battle between good and evil because, well, he’s a demon.

The Leviathan being historically associated with the sin of envy is again I think written into the plot very carefully. He is envious of humanity’s ability to question God, to have choices to not be doomed to heaven or hell for all eternity. He is envious of what Maggie and Nina have. He’s envious of what Beelz and Gabe have.

“I mean if Gabriel and Beelzebub can go off together…..”

And then him rejecting Azirapahle’s offer— he has spent his life (a long, long life) rejecting power and authority. In his relationship with Aziraphale he found his sanctuary, a relation clean of power dynamics. Up till now they were both equal. But this new offer jeopardizes that.

And I love how his ego and pride come to play here. He would never accept being “second in command to anyone”. And his envy of how God’s mercy is free for some but wholly denied to him.

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hopethroughscriptureministries · 24 days

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Additional Message:

Remember, as we journey through life, we understand that challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. At Hope Through Scripture Ministries, we want you to know that you are not alone in your struggles. Our ministry is here for you, ready to walk alongside you in faith and encouragement.

If you ever find yourself in need of support, prayer, or simply someone to talk to, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We believe in the power of community and the strength found in standing together as believers. You can leave a comment below and our brothers and sisters will be glad to assist or connect with us by sending us a direct message here on Tumblr.

Remember, in moments of doubt or loneliness, there are brothers and sisters in Christ who care about you and are ready to extend a hand of friendship and love. Let us journey together in faith, leaning on the promises of God and lifting each other up in prayer.

May you find comfort and assurance in the unchanging truth of God's Word and the fellowship of believers. We are here for you, and we look forward to connecting with you soon.

With love and blessings, Hope Through Scripture Ministries

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You Are Never Alone:

Finding Comfort in God's Presence

Hey everyone, I wanted to share something close to my heart that I hope encourages you today. Have you ever felt like you're all alone, even in a crowded room? It's a common feeling, but I want to remind you that in Christ, you are never truly alone.

The Bible is filled with promises that assure us of God's constant presence, especially in our times of solitude or struggle. Let these words sink deep into your soul:

Deuteronomy 31:6 (KJV): "Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee."

Matthew 28:20 (KJV): "Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen."

Psalm 23:4 (KJV): "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me."

Joshua 1:9 (KJV): "Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest."

Isaiah 41:10 (KJV): "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness."

Hebrews 13:5 (KJV): "Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee."

John 14:18 (KJV): "I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you."

Isn't it incredible to know that the God of the universe promises to never leave nor forsake us? When we feel alone, we can turn to Him and find solace.

Questions:

How does knowing that God is always with you change the way you face challenges?

In what ways can you experience God's presence more in your daily life?

Remember, dear friends, that God's presence is not just a concept; it's a reality that we can experience each day.

Your Personal Prayer: Father God, I thank You for Your promise to never leave me alone. Help me to feel Your presence more deeply in my life, especially during times of loneliness or uncertainty. Teach me to trust in You completely. In Jesus' name, amen.

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walkswithmyfather · 1 year

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“But the LORD abides forever; He has established His throne for judgment. And He will judge the world in righteousness; He will execute judgment for the peoples with equity. The LORD also will be a stronghold for the oppressed, A stronghold in times of trouble; And those who know Your name will put their trust in You, For You, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You.” —Psalm 9:7-10

“Your faithfulness continues throughout all generations; You established the earth, and it stands.” —Psalm 119:90

“‘For I know the plans that I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope.’” —Jeremiah 29:11

“And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” —Romans 8:28

“For we do not have a high priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but One who has been tempted in all things as we are, yet without sin.” —Hebrews 4:15

“Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” —Isaiah 41:10

“God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble.” —Psalm 46:1

“God Inspires Our Trust” By In Touch Ministries:

“Our Father in heaven always keeps His promises and never leaves us alone.”

“As far as children can tell, their mom and dad know everything and can do anything. And kids typically don’t question that assumption without reason (for example, if they see a parent mishandle a situation or someone else influences their level of trust). Parents demonstrate reliability by consistently providing shelter, food, and safety—and also by lovingly teaching, comforting, and guiding their sons and daughters. Then the children can sleep in peace, knowing their needs will be met.

Likewise, we know that we can trust our heavenly Father because He has shown Himself trustworthy from the beginning of time. Psalm 119:90 says, “[God’s] faithfulness continues throughout generations.” He has never broken a promise, and His plans for us have always been for our good (Jeremiah 29:11; Romans 8:28). What’s more, God understands our weaknesses and never asks us to do anything that He won’t help us accomplish (Hebrews 4:15; Isaiah 41:10). We can trust that even in the worst situations, He will be with us (Psalm 46:1).

What does trusting God look like in your life this week? Where can you relinquish control to Him?”

[All Bible verses are in the NASB1995 Translation.]

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cheerfullycatholic · 13 days

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More Of My God and All I Ask of You Obsession

Imagine for a moment...

God

No more talk of darkness, (1 John 1:5)

Forget these wide-eyed fears

I'm here, nothing can harm you

my words will warm and calm you (Isaiah 41:10)

Let me be your freedom, (2 Corinthians 3:17)

let daylight dry your tears. (Revelation 21:4)

I'm here with you, beside you, (Joshua 1:9)

to guard you (2 Thessalonians 3:3) and to guide you... (Isaiah 58:11)

Us

Say you love me every waking moment,

turn my head with talk of summertime...

Say you need me with you now and always...

Promise me that all you say is true

that's all I ask of you

God

Let me be your shelter (Psalm 91:4)

let me be your light (John 8:12)

You're safe, No one will find you

your fears are far behind you... (Psalm 27:1)

Us

All I want is freedom,

a world with no more night

and you, always beside me, to hold me and to hide me...

God

Then say you'll share with me

one love, one lifetime (1 John 4:16)

let me lead you from your solitude

Say you need me with you here, beside you...

anywhere you go, let me go too (Psalm 145:18)

Christine, that's all I ask of you...

Us

Say you'll share with me one love, one lifetime...

say the word and I will follow you...

Both

Share each day with me,

each night, each morning...

Us

Say you love me...

God

You know I do... (John 3:16)

Both

Love me - that's all I ask of you

Anywhere you go let me go too

Love me - that's all I ask of you...

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May add or change things later. If you have any Bible verses that you think fit, please share them!

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officialyourdailyinspiration · 5 days

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Return, O Israel, to the LORD your God

1 Return, O Israel, / To Jehovah your God, / For you have fallen by your iniquity.

2 Take words with you, / And return to Jehovah; / Say to Him, / Forgive all iniquity, / And take us graciously; / Thus we will render our lips as bulls.

3 Assyria will not save us; / We will not ride upon horses. / Neither will we say again to the work of our hands, Our God! / Because in You the orphan finds compassion.

4 I will heal their apostasy; / I will love them freely; / For My anger has turned away from him.

5 I will be like the dew to Israel; / He will bud like the lily / And will send forth his roots like the trees of Lebanon.

6 His shoots will go forth; / And his splendor will be like that of the olive tree, / And his fragrance, like that of the trees of Lebanon.

7 Those who sit under his shade will return; / They will revive like grain / And will bud like the vine; / His renown will be like the wine of Lebanon.

8 Ephraim says, What have I yet to do with idols? / I respond and look on him. / I am like a green fir tree; / From Me your fruit is found.

9 Who is wise? / Then let him understand these things. / Who is intelligent? Then let him know them. / For the ways of Jehovah are right, / And the righteous will walk in them, / But the transgressors will stumble in them. — Hosea 14 | Recovery Version (REC) The Recovery Version of the Holy Bible © 2009 Living Stream Ministry. All rights reserved. Cross References: Job 29:19; Job 34:32; Psalm 10:14; Psalm 33:17; Psalm 50:14; Psalm 92:12; Song of Solomon 4:11; Isaiah 12:1; Isaiah 19:22; Isaiah 41:19; Isaiah 55:1; Ezekiel 17:23; Ezekiel 33:11; Hosea 2:21-22; Matthew 6:28; Acts 13:10; Hebrews 13:15; Revelation 15:3

#Lord #God #an exhortation to repentance #Israel #God's blessing #return #promise #Hosea 14 #Book of Hosea #Old Testament #REC #Recovery Version Bible #Living Stream Ministries

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yieldfruit · 2 years

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Sometimes you’re just struggling inside and need to remind yourself of God’s promises. Specifically:

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

God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” Hebrews 14:5

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I have fled to you for refuge. Psalm 143:9

The weight of reprieve, peace, care is in Him, not ourselves. Run to your place of refuge. Run to him. Hide yourself there.

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