3 and provide for those who grieve in Zion— to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord...
The Friendly
12 Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken. (Ecclesiastes 4:12 CSB) We were not put on this planet to be alone. We were meant to come together, make friends and help one another. However, in our hectic lives we...
The Unfriendly
18 An unfriendly person pursues selfish ends and against all sound judgment starts quarrels. (Proverbs 18:1 CSB) We have encountered those who just seem to hate the world and everyone in it. Those who stir up trouble and just, in general, are contrary. There is little time for such. The...
The Multitude
15 When the servant of the man of God got up early and went out, he discovered an army with horses and chariots surrounding the city. So he asked Elisha, “Oh, my master, what are we to do?” 16 Elisha said, “Don’t be afraid, for those who are with us...
Not Shaken
7 I will praise the Lord, who counsels me; even at night my heart instructs me. 8 I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. (Psalm 16:7-8 CSB) Godly counsel and instruction can come form a number of sources....