An Uncommonly Powerful Name
Lisa Harper
“Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah” (Acts 2:36, NIV).
"We hear that some among you are idle and disruptive. They are not busy; they are busybodies." 2 Thessalonians 3:11 (NIV)
"The words of a gossip are like choice morsels; they go down to the inmost parts." Proverbs 18:8 (NIV)
"I am the way." John 14:6a (NIV)
"In my distress I called to the LORD; I cried to my God for help." Psalm 18:6a (NIV, 1984)
"Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." Ephesians 4:2 (NIV 1984)
"The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God's children." Romans 8:16 (NIV)
"Here's what I want: Give me a God-listening heart so I can lead your people well, discerning the difference between good and evil. For who on their own is capable of leading your glorious people?" 1 Kings 3:9 (MSG)
"Nevertheless, we must run aground on some island." Acts 27:26 (NIV)
"The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise." Psalm 51:17 (NIV, 1984)
"Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong." 1 Corinthians 16:13 (NLT)
“Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah” (Acts 2:36, NIV).
“For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, for it is made holy by the word of God and prayer” (1 Timothy 4:4-5, ESV).
“But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God ...” (John 1:12, ESV).
Jesus, as I feel my emotions, I’m going to choose not to rush through this pain. Because You lived on earth as a human, I know You understand how sadness can make Your heart feel like it’s...