A Quick Word
Grieving the loss of a loved one?
You will be comforted
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” – Jesus Christ, Matthew 5:4
Jesus weeps with those who weep
“Jesus wept [as he went towards his friends Lazarus’ grave although he knew he was going to raise Lazarus from the dead]. The people who were standing nearby said, ‘See how much he loved him!’” – John 11:35
Feeling hopeless during bereavement?
Grieve. But Don’t Lose Hope
“And now, dear brothers and sisters, we want you to know what will happen to the believers who have died so you will not grieve like people who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and was raised to life again, we also believe that when Jesus returns, God will bring back with him the believers who have died.” – 1 Thess 4:13-14
Death is but a doorway
“I am the resurrection and the life. Anyone who believes in me will live, even after dying. Everyone who lives in me and believes in me will never ever die.” – Jesus Christ, John 11:25
Feeling Hopeless and Harassed?
King David’s Prayer
Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so sad? I will put my hope in God! I will praise him again—my Savior and my God! Now I am deeply discouraged, but I will remember you …
Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so sad? I will put my hope in God! I will praise him again—my Savior and my God! – Psalm 42:5-11
Feeling Insecure?
Prayers For Protection
“Be merciful to me, O God, for men are hounding me; all day they press their attack. … When I am afraid, I put my trust in You. … What can man do to me?” – Psalm 56:1-4
“From the end of the earth I call to You when my heart is faint; Lead me to the rock that is higher than I. “For You have been a refuge for me, a tower of strength against the enemy. Let me dwell in Your tent forever; Let me take refuge in the shelter of Your wings.” – Psalm 61:1-4
Feeling Lonely?
God’s Promises To His People
“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
Jesus’ Promise To His Apostles
And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” – Matthew 28:20
Feeling Ashamed or Guilty?
A Prayer for Forgiveness
“Be gracious to me, O God, according to Your loving kindness; according to the greatness of Your compassion blot out my transgressions. Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity And cleanse me from my sin. For I know my transgressions, and my sin is ever before me. …” – Psalm 51:1-3
Afraid of persecution?
Jesus’ Command: Be Fearless
“But don’t be afraid of those who threaten you. For the time is coming when everything that is covered will be revealed, and all that is secret will be made known to all. What I tell you now in the darkness, shout abroad when daybreak comes. What I whisper in your ear, shout from the housetops for all to hear!
“Don’t be afraid of those who want to kill your body; they cannot touch your soul. Fear only God, who can destroy both soul and body in hell. What is the price of two sparrows—one copper coin? But not a single sparrow can fall to the ground without your Father knowing it. And the very hairs on your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are more valuable to God than a whole flock of sparrows. – Matthew 10:26-31
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The Cost of Discipleship
Reading Time: 9 minutes The call to discipleship is not restricted to the twelve disciples. It is for all who hear Jesus’ call and turn to follow him as their Lord and Saviour. How much are you willing to take up the cross and follow Christ?