There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out lies and a person who stirs up conflict in the community.—Proverbs 6:16, 19 (NIV)
He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired…but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.—ISAIAH 40:29–31 NIV
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”—John 14:6 (NIV)
Come and see the works of God; He is awesome in His doing toward the sons of men.—PSALM 66:5 NKJV
Why, Lord, do you stand far off? Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble?—Psalm 10:1 (NIV)
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.—Colossians 3:23 (NIV)
“The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.”—ZEPHANIAH 3:17 ESV
The author of Guideposts’ popular 60 Days of Prayer highlights the benefits of spending time with God through devotions and prayer.
“Remember, Lord, how I have walked before you faithfully and with wholehearted devotion and have done what is good in your eyes.” And Hezekiah wept bitterly.—2 Kings 20:3 (NIV)
“Be strong and courageous….Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you.”—1 CHRONICLES 28:20 NIV
“The engulfing waters threatened me, the deep surrounded me… but you brought my life up from the pit, O Lord my God. When my life was ebbing away, I remembered you.”—JONAH 2:5–7 NIV
If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.—James 1:5 (NIV)
