“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— 9 not by works, so that no one can boast.”
Ephesians 2:8-9 NIV
Love and grace come from God
Not because we have earned it
Rather because He wants us to have it
“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”
Hebrews 4:16 NIV
(This photo was taken at Sapphire Point near Dillon, Colorado)
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— 9 not by works, so that no one can boast.”
Ephesians 2:8-9 NIV
“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
It is because of God’s grace that the battle has already been won
We are forgiven
We are healed
We can’t earn it and we don’t deserve it
We are saved by God’s Grace
Nothing can separate us from Him
Praise God for His Amazing Grace
“But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”
2 Corinthians 12:9 NIV
(This photo was taken in Rocky Mountian National Park in Colorado)
“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)
“God is our refuge and strength,
an ever-present help in trouble.”
Psalm 46:1 NIV
Father God, please show us how to approach You with confidence. We know You care for us and that You love us…unfortuantely, there are times when we doubt our worthiness. Replace our negative self-talk with bold assurance that we belong to You and that You will guide us and protect us. Help us to pray…“Here I am Lord – please help me.” In Jesus name, Amen.
“I lift up my eyes to the mountains—
where does my help come from?
2 My help comes from the Lord,
the Maker of heaven and earth.”
Psalm 121:1-2 NIV
(This photo was taken in Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado)
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. 17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.”
John 3:16-17 NIV
“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
(This photo was taken at a lake near Plymouth, Minnesota)
“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.“
James 4:7-8 NIV
Father God, I want to seek You with all my heart. Each day, help me draw closer to You. Guide me through each decision, and inspire me with new dreams. I trust You Lord and I want to honor You in all that I do. In Jesus name, Amen.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;
6 in all your ways submit to him,
and he will make your paths straight.[a]“
Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV
(This photo was taken at a lake in northwestern Wisconsin)
“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. 9 Grieve, mourn and wail. Change your laughter to mourning and your joy to gloom. 10 Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.”
James 4:7-10 NIV
Spend time reading God’s Word, take time to get to know Him. Believe in God…put your trust in Him. Turn away from self-centered living and begin to strive for God-centered living. He loves you…He is with you…He is for you. Come near to the Lord.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;
6 in all your ways submit to him,
and he will make your paths straight.[a]“
Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV
(This photo was taken in September of 2020 at a lake in northwestern Wisconsin)
“I know that my redeemer[c] lives,
and that in the end he will stand on the earth.”[d]
Job 19:25 NIV
What has happened in the past is done and can’t be changed…we can learn from it…we can change and impact what happens today. Don’t let what has happened in the past be chains that you drag around everywhere you go.
Jesus Christ has paid the price for our sins and He is our Redeemer…bring your past, your shame and your guilt to the Lord and He will set you free. Amen.
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. 17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.“
John 3:16-17 NIV
(This photo was taken in October of 2018 at a park near Winterset, Iowa)
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. 17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.”
John 3:16-17 NIV
There is One greater than anything we encounter in life. He knows you, He loves you and He is with you.
He is Immanuel…Light of the World…King of Kings…Lord of Lords…The Good Shepard…Bread of Life…Living Water…Prince of Peace…Wonderful Counselor…Lamb of God…The Truth…The Way…The Savior of the World. Amen.
“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
(This photo was taken in June of 2016 at a lake near Plymouth, Minnesota)
“There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6 one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.”
Ephesians 4:4-6 NIV
“…I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”
John 10:10 NIV
The most important thing we need, is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior more than anything else in this life. From that relationship all aspects of our lives will be impacted…that personal relationship with Jesus is the one thing everyone needs. Amen.
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
Romans 12:12 NIV
(This photo was taken in October of 2018 at a park near Winterset, Iowa)
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