“A critical and unloving attitude doesn’t align with who God has called us to be as believers in Jesus. Even when it’s difficult, may we extend grace and love to everyone we encounter as Christ guides us.”
~Kimya Loder
Scripture for Reflection: Colossians 3:12-17
“God of peace, when I’m anxious and fretting about many things, help me to turn to You and receive Your gift of peace.”
~Our Daily Bread
“Jesus doesn’t promise us a pain-free life. But He does promise that as we trust and rest in Him, we can experience a peace that’s deeper and more satisfying than any escape the world tries to sell us.”
~Adam R. Holz
Scripture for Reflection: John 16:25-33; Philippians 1:4-6
“We’re not promised an easy life, but God uses our trials to accomplish His will. Difficult experiences are given to us for our good, for the benefit of others, and for God’s glory.”
~Dr. Charles Stanley
Scripture for Reflection: Philippians 1:12-20
“Regardless of our circumstances, we can embrace God as our portion. He makes us whole. In Him, we have no lack.”
~Karen Huang
Scripture for Reflection: Psalm 73:23-28
“When God sets us free to serve Him, He can turn even a messy past into a message of hope and love.”
~James Banks
Scripture for Reflection: Mark 5:1-20
“James’ command to consider trials as “all joy” makes no sense unless we see them as opportunities for spiritual growth. Trials are designed by the Lord to test our faith, humility submission and values. We can either waste our difficulties by defiantly resisting God or benefit by trusting in and depending on Him.”
~Dr. Charles Stanley
Scripture for Reflection: James 1:2-12
“Forgiveness is nothing less than the way we heal the world. We heal the world by healing each and every one of our hearts. The process is simple, but it is not easy.”
~Bishop Desmond Tutu
“Heavenly Father, thank You that in every trial and disappointment You’re always close, offering comfort and strength to help me rise again.”
~Our Daily Bread
“Jesus makes peace and reconciliation possible for all who believe in Him through His death and resurrection. If Jesus is our peace, let’s not let our differences divide us. He’s made us one by His blood.”
~Con Campbell
Scripture for Reflection: Ephesians 2:11-22
Living Water by Dorothea Love 