“Even youths grow tired and weary,
and young men stumble and fall;
but those who hope in the Lord
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.”
Isaiah 40:30-31 NIV
While I’m Waiting by John Waller
“I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits,
and in his word I put my hope.”
Psalm 130:5 NIV
(This photo was taken in Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado)
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead…”
1 Peter 1:3 NIV
Father God, You are faithful and Your mercy endures forever. You are the source of hope and the giver of peace to all who call on You! You know what each of us is facing and working to overcome every day. So, we call out to You, our source of hope, thank You for Your forgiveness and lead us to living a life that honors You and shows love to others. In Jesus name, Amen.
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
Romans 15:13 NIV
(This photo was taken at a lake in central Minnesota)
“The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory for ever and ever. Amen.”
2 Timothy 4:18 NIV
Believe in the power of God…He is our Creator…He is our Savior…He will guide us with the Holy Spirit. God can and will rescue you. Don’t give up hope…don’t keep doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result. Believe in God’s saving grace, believe in God’s love for you. Trust in the Lord and He will rescue you.
“Because he loves me,” says the Lord, “I will rescue him;
I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name.
15 He will call on me, and I will answer him;
I will be with him in trouble,
I will deliver him and honor him.
16 With long life I will satisfy him
and show him my salvation.”
Psalm 91:14-16
(This photo was taken along Beartooth Pass near the Montana and Wyoming border)
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed,
for his compassions never fail.
23 They are new every morning;
great is your faithfulness.
24 I say to myself, “The Lord is my portion;
therefore I will wait for him.”
Lamentations 3:22-24 NIV
God is greater than any circumstances or situation you are facing
God is faithful, He will never leave you or abandon you
Trust God’s faithfulness
“Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments.”
Deuteronomy 7:9 NIV
(This photo was taken in Bighorn National Forest in Wyoming)
“The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.”
John 1:14 NIV
“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
Mark 10:45 NIV
Father God, we are so grateful for the good news of Jesus and our eternal relationship with You. Help us each day to share Your Word with those around us so they can experience Your love. Guide us to live a life that honors You and inspires others to know You and love You. In Jesus name, Amen.
5 But he was pierced for our transgressions,
he was crushed for our iniquities;
the punishment that brought us peace was on him,
and by his wounds we are healed.“
Isaiah 53:5 NIV
(This photo was taken on a walk near Plymouth, Minnesota)
“The Lord replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”
Exodus 33:14 NIV
How do you respond when God calls to you?
God promises His presence…He is with you and He is for you.
What happens next is up to you…
“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.“
Revelation 3:20 NIV
(This photo was taken near Pike’s Peak in Colorado)
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. 35 By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”
John 13:34-35 NIV
Forever (Live) by Michael W Smith
“Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. 10 Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. 13 Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.”
Romans 12:9-13 NIV
(This photo was taken at Bear Lake in Yellowstone National Park)
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.”
2 Timothy 1:7 NLT
“Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you; he will neither fail you nor abandon you.”
Deuteronomy 31:8 NLT
Stop believing the lies of the evil one
Trust in God
Stay in the fight and He will guide you to be an Overcomer
God promised He will and God keeps His promises
“All this I have spoken while still with you. 26 But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. 27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
John 14:25-27 NIV
(This photo was taken in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming)
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”
James 1:17 NIV
“I the Lord do not change. So you, the descendants of Jacob, are not destroyed.”
Malachi 3:6 NIV
Father God, thank You for promising to bring us peace. In every situation, help us to keep our minds on You and Your promises. Because we know You do not change, we don’t have to be anxious about anything. Help us stay focused on Your consistent character. In Jesus name, Amen.
“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.”
Hebrews 13:8 NIV
(This photo was taken at a lake near Plymouth, Minnesota)
“Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.”
Hebrews 2:18 NIV
“May your unfailing love be my comfort,
according to your promise to your servant.”
Psalm 119:76 NIV
Good and gracious God, we need You – we always have. You are our source of strength, and You tell us to give You all our concerns. Replace any feelings of anxiety, fear, and uncertainity with Your peace and hope. Show anyone who is hurting that You are near, and You comfort those who call on You. Draw near to us as we draw near to You. In Jesus name, Amen.
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.”
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 NIV
(This photo was taken in Glacier National Park in Montana)
Take Your Faith With You 