“Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us.”
Romans 5:3-5
(This photo was taken in August of 2016 in Glacier National Park in Montana)
“The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
Deuteronomy 31:6
(This photo was taken in August of 2016, the statue is the largest Virgin Mary statue in North America, 90 ft tall. It is called “Our Lady of the Rockies” located in Butte, Montana)
“Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another – and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”
Hebrews 10:25
(This photo was taken in March of 2013 at the Conservatory & Botanical Garden in the Bellagio in Las Vegas)
The words of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew…
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
Matthew 11:28
(This photo was taken in August of 2012 while hiking along the North Shore near Lake Superior in Minnesota)
“If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose. Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.”
Philippians 2:1-4
(This photo was taken in July of 2016 in Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota)
No matter how you are feeling today, look to follow Jesus…
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
Isaiah 9:6
(This photo was taken in June of 2016 at a lake near Minneapolis, Minnesota)
“Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”
Proverbs 19:21
(This photo was taken in June of 2013 near Pike’s Peak in Colorado Springs, Colorado)
“I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe.”
Ephesians 1:18-19
(This photo was taken in April of 2016 by a lake in central Minnesota)
“Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with God’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.”
Romans 12:9-13
(This photo was taken in June of 2013 at Falls Park near Sioux Falls, South Dakota)
“Nehemiah said, ‘Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is sacred to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength’.”
Nehemiah 8:10
(This photo was taken in August of 2016 at Sapphire Point near Dillon, Colorado)
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