What would you tell someone waiting for God's renewal in their life?
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, soul, and mind. For his time is not like unto ours. Even when it feels like he’s not there, he is. Trust in His promise, for the Lord cannot lie.
I think it is both. If we do not fear God's judgement, then we will live our lives on our own terms and we will nor follow God's Will for our lives. It is a reason for hope when you know that no matter what you do, there is hope that God loves you.
Should be a sign of hope, but I could see how many may fear, because many may think that all the actions they have done on the outside shall make them fear the day of judgment but God tells us it’s not just what you do but what is in your heart!
Depends if you are in Christ or not. In Christ it is our hope to reunited with for eternity. If you are not and stand before him in your own righteousnrss it will be a terrible day
What would you tell someone doubting their role in God's plan?
Never doubt that God can use you as an instrument for his glory. It’s important however that you remember it is for His glory. Jesus said that my grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness
What would you tell someone scared of the Day of the Lord?
If you trust in Him and believe Jesus died for your sins and rose again, then you have nothing to be scared of, because He gave his Iife for you so that you may have everlasting joy in heaven.
When has your hope in Christ anchored you through a storm?
It seems that I always find a way. Financially, things always work out. I don’t stress on money too much anymore because I know I’ll always be taken care of! And I’m so greatful for that :)
Does patience in God's timing show faith or doubt?
Patience in Gods timing 1 BILLION percent shows faith! As human beings we want what we want, and we want it RIGHT NOW! Knowing that God has heard your prayers and he knows your heart and believing with your entire being that he’ll give it to you in HIS perfect timing- I don’t know how you could call that anything BUT faith
all things are lawful, not all things are beneficial. that said, if we do so because we love worldly things I’d encourage us to pray for new desires. if we get rich we should immediately think “how does God want me to use this for his kingdom?”.
No, because we don’t need to rely on money. in Philippians it talks about don’t do anything in your own selfish desire and playing the lottery is basically you trying to get more money for yourself. plus somewhere else in the bible Jesus told a rich tax collector (I think) that his money doesn’t determine if he goes to heaven. you can’t be following all the commandments but still be selfish. the only way I could see this acceptable is if you are doing it for unselfish reasons like donating it to a charity or helping your church out
“Wealth from get-rich-quick schemes quickly disappears; wealth from hard work grows over time.”
proverbs 13:11 (NLT)
you should earn the money you have, although the lord never says anything about gambling specifically.
It depends on where you stand with the Lord. Have you repented and given your life to Him? Have you obeyed Him, been baptized into Christ’s death, burial and resurrection? If so, what great hope you have that you are saved by His grace. If not, fear Him!
Yes, because Jesus tells us that no matter how many times someone sins against you you must forgive 7 x 77. To forgive is to be like Christ. There are many sins throughout my life that I am so grateful that there is no limit to God’s forgiveness. We should forgive as Christ forgives us, not that we deserve it but because it is a command from God.
Yes, because God requires that we forgive others so that He can forgive us. Is our hope for salvation dependent on others saying they are sorry? Most certainly not! Forgiveness never should depend on the other person.
Pray for me.
My cousins kids Milania and Ariella. They have been taken from their mom due to sister rivalry. They are writing suicide notes. Need to pray.
gambling is addicting and loses your time in your focus on God’s word also gambling can be very frustrating and lead to other things money,. We are to use it for tithing and offerings we are to give to the Lord what is his nothing here on earth is ours