Confession of Sin

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“If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us.  If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”

1 John 1:8-9

(This photo was taken in August of 2016 in Mount Rainier National Park in Washington)

The Message of The Apostles

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The words of Peter speaking about Jesus as recorded in the Book of Acts…

“He commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that he is the one whom God appointed as judge of the living and the dead.  All the prophets testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name.”

Acts 10:42-43

(This photo was taken in August of 2016 in Glacier National Park in Montana)

Have A Little Faith

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The words of Jesus as recorded in the Gospel according to Matthew…

“He replied, “Because you have so little faith.  I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there’ and it will move.  Nothing will be impossible for you.”

Matthew 17:20

(This photo was taken in June of 2016 in a neighborhood near Minneapolis, Minnesota)

Peace

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The words of Jesus as recorded in the Gospel according to John…

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.  I do not give as the world gives.  Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

John 14:27

(This photo was taken in August of 2016 in Glacier National Park in Montana)

His Sacrifice

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“But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed.”

Isaiah 53:5

(This photo was taken in August of 2016 at Sapphire Point near Dillon, Colorado)

Strength From God

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“Do you not know?  Have you not heard?  The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth.  He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom.

He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.”

Isaiah 40:28-29

(This photo was taken in August of 2016 near Arches National Park in Utah)