1 Thessalonians 5:11 The need for encouragement is a need common to humanity. We all need encouragement from time to time, not because we are weaklings but because life's journey requires it. Our need for encouragement is one God has made provision for in His wisdom. Through God's word we get encouragement. When we begin to read about the love of God for us, we are encouraged through life's journey. When we begin to understand the nature of God- His goodness, His loving kindness, His mercy and benevolence we are encouraged. As we delve into the abilities of God from the pages of the scriptures, we are encouraged. The word of God shows us God is able. Ephesians 3:20 The word shows us God is dependable. Numbers 23:19 The word shows us God is near us, He is of close proximity to us and can be reached. Psalm 145:18 God is all knowing, He sees, He hears and very importantly He can take action. Psalm 139:1-4 All these facts about God are truth, as we learn them through the scrip...
Romans 8:1,2 It is obvious in more parts of the Bible than one, that God wants us free. To be free in Christ, that is. Free to worship Christ Jesus without feeling unworthy or condemned. Free to live out God's will for our lives without doubt, fear or anxiety. In Christ we are free to claim healing and wholeness. In Christ we are free to receive the love of God and love others. In Christ we are not bound, we are free. We are free to be creative. Free to be blessed. Free to receive from God and free to give to others.. We are free to use our faith. We are free to spend our faith in the spiritual realm. We are free to approach God and have a relationship with Him. In Christ we are free to be blessed and claim blessings. We are free to enjoy all God has created- food, nature, healthy relationships, and rest. We are free to rest and sleep well at the appropriate time. We are free to prosper, progress, and prevail. We are righteous and holy, blameless before God, this is f...