Rejoice in the Lord

Scripture from HSCB – Holman Christian Standard Bible

Philippians 4:4-9 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!

5 Let your graciousness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. 6 Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses every thought, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

8 Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable—if there is any moral excellence and if there is any praise—dwell on these things. 9 Do what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you.

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By Grace ~ DLM

Jesus is first in my life, and because of Him, my life in this world is bearable. I want every day to bring Him glory, and I watch and pray for His return. I love sharing the Kingdom of God with anyone who will listen (Matthew 28:19–20), because time is short and Jesus will call His people home before the coming Tribulation (1 Thessalonians 4:16–17; 1 Corinthians 15:51–52; Revelation 3:10). I cherish God’s creation—people, animals, birds, trees (I’m a tree hugger!), flowers (roses are my favorite), snow, rain, wind, and sunshine (Genesis 1:31; Psalm 19:1). Scripture reminds us that the earth will one day be renewed (2 Peter 3:10–13; Revelation 21:1), so I strive to care for it until He calls us to meet Him in the air (1 Thessalonians 4:17). I’m grateful to live in a country with freedom of speech and faith, and I seek God’s wisdom in everything I share.