God of Hope

How often do we think about the potential reaction to the gifts we’re giving? Will they be useful and enjoyed?

My gifts are better than gold, even the purest gold, my wages better than sterling silver!” (Proverbs 8:18)

The “good life” is one of self-honesty, knowing ourselves, and being ourselves to the glory of God. (Linda Brumbaugh, blogger)

Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other. (Romans 12:10)

If we encounter a man of rare intellect, we should ask him what books he reads. (Ralph Waldo Emerson, 19th-century American essayist)

Christ suffered for our sins once for all time . . . He died for sinners to bring you safely home to God. (1 Peter 3:18)

Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed. (Proverbs 16:3)

When the unthinkable happens, the lighthouse is hope. (Christopher Reeve, late “Superman” actor)

Fear that does not take you to God, will take you away from God. (Author Unknown)

Maybe life isn’t about avoiding the bruises. Maybe it’s about collecting the scars to prove that we showed up for it. (Hannah Brencher, mental health advocate)

The first step to getting what you want is knowing what you want. (Arthur D. Hlavaty, writer)

This month, plan time to sit quietly and think deeply about the wonders of life.