Scripture on Greatness

[Jesus said,]”So those who are last now will be first then, and those who are first will be last.” (Matthew 20:16, NLT)

“Then he [Jesus] said to them, ‘Anyone who welcomes a little child like this son my behalf welcome Me, and anyone who welcomes Me welcomes my Father who sent me. Whoever is the least among you is the greatest.” (Luke 9:48, NLT)

Scripture on Rejection

“Jesus replied, ‘I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to Me will never be hungry again. Whoever believes in Me will never be thirsty. But you haven’t believed in Me even though you have seen Me. However, those the Father has given Me will to come to Me, and I will never reject them.””(John 6:35-37, NLT)

“Give all your worries and cares to God, for He cares about you.” (1 Peter 5:7, NLT)

Scripture on Greatness

[Jess said], “So those who are last now will be first then, and those who are first will be last.” (Matthew 20:16, NLT)

“Then he [Jesus] said to them, “Anyone who welcomes a little child like this on my behalf welcomes me, and anyone who welcomes me welcomes my Father who sent me. Whoever who welcomes me welcomes my Father who sent me. Whoever is the least among you is the greatest.” (Luke 9:48, NLT)

Scripture on Vulnerability

“Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous person as great power and produces wonderful results.” (James 5:16, NLT)

“If we claim we have no sin, we are only fooling ourselves and not living the truth. But if we confess our sins to Him, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.” (1 John 1:8-9, NLT)

Scripture on Spirital Renewal

“Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a loyal spirit within me.” (Palm 51:10, NLT)

“Throw off your old sinful nature and you former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. Put on your new nature, created to be like God – truly righteous and holy.” (Ephesians 4:22-24, NLT)

Excerpts from Joshua Chapter 24

“So fear the Lord and serve Him wholeheartedly. Put away forever the idols you ancestors worshipped when they lived beyond the Euphrates River and in Egypt. Serve the Lord alone. But if you refuse to serve the Lord, then choose today whom you will serve. Would you prefer the gods you ancestors served beyond the Euphrates? Or will it be the gods of the Amorites in whose land you now live? But as for me and my family, we will serve the Lord.” (Joshua 24: 14-15, NLT)

Scripture on Values

“No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what He requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” (Micah 6:8, NLT)

“[Jesus said], “Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you. This is the essence of all that is taught in the law and the prophets.” (Matthew 7:12, NLT)

Scripture on Sickness

“A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength.” (Proverbs 17:22, NLT)

“Are any of you sick? You should call for the elders of the church to come and pray over you, anointing you with oil in the name of the Lord. Such a prayer offered in faith will heal the sick, and the Lord will make you well.” (James 5:14-15, NLT)

Scriptures in Times of Need

The following article was given to me years ago by a dear friend.

“There is nothing like the written word of God.” 2 Timothy 3:16

You say, “It’s impossible”  
He says, “With Me all things are possible.” (Luke 18:27)

You say, “I’m exhausted.”                 
 He says, “Wait on Me. I’ll renew your strength.” (Isa.40:31)

You say, “I can’t go on.”                     |
He says, “My grace is sufficient for you.” (2 Cor. 12:9)

You say, “I don’t know what to do.”  
He says, “I’ll direct you. (Proverbs 3:5)

You say, “I can’t do it.”                       
He says, “You can do all things through Me.” (Phil 4:13)

You say, “It’s not worth it.”                
He says, “It will be – just keep going.” (Galatians 6:9)

You say, “I can’t forgive myself.”        
He says, “You can – because I have.” (Ephesians 4:32)

You say, “I can’t make ends meet.”    
He says, “I’ll supply all your needs.” (Philippians 4:19)

You say, “I can’t handle this.”             
He says, “Give it to Me, I’ll carry it for you.” (Psalm 52:22)

You say, “I don’t have enough faith.”
He says, I’ll give you faith.” (Romans 12:3)

You say, “I’m not smart enough.:”      
He says, “I’ll give you wisdom.” (1 Corinthians 1:30)

You say, “I’m all alone.”                      
He says, “I will never leave you or forsake you.” (Heb 13:5)

You say, “I’m afraid.”                          
He says, “I didn’t give you a spirit of fear, but of… power.
(2 Timothy 1:7)