The Unearned Blessing of Salvation
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.—Ephesians 2:8–9 (NIV)
Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.—Psalm 119:11 (KJV)
Memorizing significant passages of the Bible is a wonderful way to strengthen your spiritual life and to grow in faith. When life’s challenges arise, Scripture is a powerful source of help. If you carry His word with you—in your mind and heart—you’ll always be prepared.
Lord, help me to make a daily commitment to plant Your word deep in my heart.
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.—Ephesians 2:8–9 (NIV)
Never again will they hunger; never again will they thirst. The sun will not beat down on them, nor any scorching heat.—Revelation 7:16 (NIV)
But the Lord has become my fortress, and my God the rock in whom I take refuge.—Psalm 94:22 (NIV)