The early church faced intense persecution, prompting the author of Hebrews to emphasize the importance of maintaining faith and confidence amidst fear and uncertainty.

Achieving Olympic-level success requires not just talent but daily repetition and commitment, much like the daily practice needed to immerse ourselves in God’s word.

The prophet Hanani's rebuke to Asa highlights the importance of maintaining unwavering faith in God, as his eyes are always searching for those who rely wholeheartedly on him.

The essence of Job’s words is this: whatever you are facing today is not the end. Whatever the obstacles, whatever the health crisis, whatever the financial mess, however damaged the relationship, however high the mountain to climb, whatever we face currently, is not the end of our story.

The contrast between worldly success and spiritual sufficiency highlights a recurring tension: while culture often demands excess and perfection, embracing God's sufficiency can lead to deeper contentment and alignment with spiritual values over material achievements.

Jesus paid it all for all time, and nothing and no one can stand in the way of God’s perfect plan for us and for all of his creation.

So, we won’t argue with you. You’re right, and that makes you strong. So . . . how are you going to use that strength?

When the exiles finally heard hope that they one day could return home, maybe the news only overwhelmed them. Isaiah’s message to them can encourage us, too.