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Norman Vincent Peale offers spiritual guidance and biblical verses to overcome life's challenges. The Bible, with its bl of soothing assurance and stern instruction, invites us beyond seeking solace alone; it calls for action that stirs our inner strength.
Happy is the man whom God correcteth. Therefore, do not despise His chastening. Job 5:17-18. Like a loving father, God uses difficulties to refine and strengthen us. When challenges come knocking, humbly receive them as evidence of His favor. , healing hands bind up our wounds after they've been inflicted.
Woe to those who are ashamed of the Lord in this adulterous generation; indeed, when He comes with his Father’s glory and the holy angels, he will also be ashamed of them. Mark 8:38. God expects boldness - outspoken loyalty even if it seems out-of-place. We must have courage to stand up for Christ amidst a pagan culture. Then He witnesses on our behalf during the final reckoning.
Resist Satan and he will flee from you; draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. James 4:7-8. Clean your soul of evil and humbly admit your flaws as God's mercy heals them. Stay close to God, for He's always nearby.
And let us not grow weary in well-doing; indeed, in due season we shall reap if we fnt not. Galatians 6:9. Face the world with a spirit of love even when met with ingratitude and selfishness. Persist with your meaningful activities; great blessings will surely follow.
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And this is confidence which we have before him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. I John 5:14. You can be sure of God's attention and answers to sincere prayer: yes, no or wt awhile. Each response benefits your well-being.
If My people, whom I call by My name, humble themselves, pray, seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and forgive their sin and heal their land. II Chronicles 7:14. With global catastrophe looming in our shadows of nuclear war's shadow, is our only option to hide underground like frightened animals? No! Accepting God’s promise that He’ll save us through repentant hearts brings hope. Commit your life to God for personal salvation.
Neither death nor life, angels, principalities or powers, present things or things to come, height, depth nor any creature will be able to separate you from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39. Hold this grand promise close and never forget it. Stay with Christ for His support throughout life.
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