Tag Archives: trust

April 22, 2015


Psalm 116:10 I believed; therefore I said, “I am greatly afflicted.” This is an anonymous Psalm, but that in no way detracts from the depth and beauty of the faith displayed or the power of the truth expressed. For this … Continue reading →

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April 15, 2015


Psalm 56:3-4 When I am afraid, I will trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I will not be afraid. What can mortal man do to me? Everyone has times of fear, because fear … Continue reading →

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December 15, 2014


Isaiah 7:2 Now the house of David was told, “Aram has allied itself with Ephraim”; so the hearts of Ahaz and his people were shaken, as the trees of the forest are shaken by the wind. I don’t know that … Continue reading →

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September 7, 2014


Matthew 6:33 “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” This verse is one of the most familiar in the whole Bible. I have reason to quote it at … Continue reading →

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February 7, 2013


Isaiah 53:11 After the suffering of his soul, he will see the light of life and be satisfied; by his knowledge my righteous servant will justify many, and he will bear their iniquities. This is a deeply meaningful verse, echoed … Continue reading →

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December 17, 2012


Luke 1:45 “Blessed is she who has believed that what the Lord has said to her will be accomplished!” This verse has always grabbed me, because it is so true. In Japanese it is even stronger than in English, because … Continue reading →

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December 16, 2012


Luke 1:37-38 “For nothing is impossible with God.” “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May it be to me as you have said.” Then the angel left her. What the angel said to Mary was not unique to this … Continue reading →

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December 5, 2012


Isaiah 7:9 ” ‘If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all.’ ” I am often critical of the NIV translation for various reasons, but at this spot I like it very much. (The … Continue reading →

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August 1, 2012


2 Timothy 2:1-2 You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified … Continue reading →

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July 23, 2012


1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Paul really packed a lot of powerful instructions into the closing remarks of his letters. Every sentence, … Continue reading →

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