Proverbs 17:17 – “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.” As we grow up and face challenges in our lives, we realize that ‘friends’ are there as long as everything is going well. When we face difficulties, very few friends will remain. Other versions of this verse read “ […]
Psalm 32:7 – “You are my hiding place; You shall preserve me from trouble; You shall surround me with songs of deliverance.” A preservative is used to keep food edible and prevent it from getting spoilt. Salt and vinegar are used as preservatives to pickle vegetables and they also add a good bit of flavor. […]
Proverbs 16:1 – “The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the Lord.” Some of the best leaders in the world are good planners. They research extensively, weigh their options and make elaborate lists before taking crucial decisions. While a certain degree of planning is required in our […]
Psalm 29:11 – “The Lord will give strength unto his people; the Lord will bless his people with peace.” The whole of Psalm 29, penned by King David, ascribes glory to the Lord. It talks about heavenly beings giving God the glory due to His Name and worshiping Him in the splendor of His holiness. […]
Isaiah 40:11 – “He will feed His flock like a shepherd; He will gather the lambs with His arm, and carry them in His bosom, and gently lead those who are with young.” Sheep are gentle creatures who are easily spooked by sudden movements. In order to properly care for the sheep, the shepherd too […]
Psalm 103:13 – “As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear him.” The dictionary defines “compassion” as “the sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.” If a toddler falls on the road, everyone in the vicinity immediately winces and moves forward to […]
Malachi 4:2 – “But unto you that fear my name shall the Sun of righteousness arise with healing in his wings; and ye shall go forth, and grow up as calves of the stall.” The sun rises each morning and sets every night without much ado. But the amount of value it adds to our […]
Deuteronomy 33:27 – “The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, destroy them.” A refuge is a place we turn to when we want to feel safe or sheltered from danger and difficulty. People from war-torn regions seek […]
And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear. Isaiah 65:24 God’s love for us is so pure, trustworthy and constant. We see how God let the darling of heaven hang on the cross to bleed of our sins only because God […]
… Among those who approach me I will be proved holy; in the sight of all the people I will be honoured.’ – Leviticus 10:3 It would be hard to find a single chapter in the bible where God has not met the expectation associated with His identity or character. God has proven that His […]
