Even before we were born, God planned in advance our destiny and the good works we would do to fulfill it!

Then Elisha prayed, “O Lord, open his eyes and let him see!” The Lord opened the young man’s eyes, and when he looked up, he saw that the hillside around Elisha was filled with horses and chariots of fire.

And who knows but that you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this and for this very occasion?

He has planted eternity in the human heart, but even so, people cannot see the whole scope of God’s work from beginning to end.

And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.

You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I could save the lives of many people. 

A hurricane wind ripped through the mountains and shattered the rocks before God, but God wasn’t to be found in the wind; after the wind an earthquake, but God wasn’t in the earthquake; and after the earthquake fire, but God wasn’t in the fire; and after the fire a gentle and quiet whisper.

Careless words stab like a sword, but the words of wise people bring healing.

I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.

As evening came, Jesus said to his disciples, “Let’s cross to the other side of the lake.”

Jesus responded, “Why are you afraid? You have so little faith!” Then he got up and rebuked the wind and waves, and suddenly there was a great calm.

God wanted his people throughout the world to know the glorious riches of this mystery—which is Christ living in you, giving you the hope of glory.

“And from the days of John the Baptist until the present time, the kingdom of heaven has endured violent assault, and violent men seize it by force [as a precious prize—a share in the heavenly kingdom is sought with most ardent zeal and intense exertion].” 

Be prepared. You’re up against far more than you can handle on your own. Take all the help you can get, every weapon God has issued, so that when it’s all over but the shouting you’ll still be on your feet.

Fight the good fight for the true faith. Hold tightly to the eternal life to which God has called you, which you have declared so well before many witnesses.

“Let’s go across to the outpost of those pagans,” Jonathan said to his armor bearer. “Perhaps the Lord will help us, for nothing can hinder the Lord. He can win a battle whether he has many warriors or only a few!” 

According to the grace of God which was given to me, as a wise master builder I have laid the foundation, and another builds on it.

Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it.

The name of the Lord is a strong tower. A righteous person runs to it and is safe.

Take full advantage of every day as you spend your life for his purposes.

Cause me to know the way in which I should walk, for I lift up my soul to You.