Scripture Sunday #3

Today's Verse

But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you.

— Psalm 5:11 (NIV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

The last several years have not been easy for believers. Persecution around the world is at an all time high. In the United States, mass murderers specifically targeted those who believed in God. Though executed for their faith, their witness to the LORD has been as inspiring. We have many choices when faced with such reality. Shock probably should not be among them. This is an old horror, going back to the earliest days of the Christian community. It actually originated long before the days of Jesus, when our Jewish heroes were persecuted for two simple reasons: they believed in the One true God and they were Jewish. I believe it's time that we start praying this ancient prayer from today's Scripture in Psalm 5 again. When we pray it, let's remember that no matter what others may do to us, they cannot separate us from God and the deliverance he holds for us in his future.

My Prayer...

Almighty God, please bless our world with a season of peace. Bless us with a respite from the horrors Satan has afflicted on your children through the hatred of men. Give us the courage, in peace or in persecution, to be open about our faith, generous with our forgiveness, and steadfast in our hope. Finally, Father, please bless those whose loved ones were martyred because of their faith in you. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

Scripture Sunday #1

Why hello everyone, how was your weekend?! As you can see it's been a couple of days AND on top of that my coding kind of started messing up so I decided to change the layout and go with something simple but pretty at the same time. It reminds me of Christmas which is why I choose this layout! It's almost that time hehehee :P What you guys sending me for Christmas????? Nah, let me stop! Anywho, as the title says.. I'm doing this thing called Scripture Sunday where I share with you a Scripture from the Bible. You guys can comment on the scripture with your own insight on it and if you want to join in on this fun feel free to do so :) Enjoy today's scripture. Be Blessed everyone and Happy Sunday!!

Scripture Sunday #1
Romans 8:18
For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.