The members of the council were amazed when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, for they could see that they were ordinary men . . . [but] they also recognized them as men who had been with Jesus (Acts 4:13).
GOD OF HOPE
God of Hope
Stop & Think: August 12, 2025
Blessed are those who are generous (Proverbs 22:9).
Since you excel in so many ways . . . I want you to excel also in this gracious act of giving (2 Corinthians 8:7).
Stop & Think: August 11, 2025
God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him (Philippians 2:13).
Stop & Think: August 10, 2025
[Our] trust should be in God, who richly gives us all we need for our enjoyment (1 Timothy 6:17).
Stop & Think: August 9, 2025
The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship. Day after day they continue to speak; night after night they make him known (Psalm 19:1-2).
Stop & Think: August 8, 2025
So after you have suffered a little while, he will restore, support, and strengthen you, and he will place you on a firm foundation (1 Peter 5:10).
Stop & Think: August 7, 2025
So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up (Galatians 6:9).
Stop & Think: August 6, 2025
Make every effort to respond to God’s promises. Supplement your faith with a generous provision of moral excellence, and moral excellence with knowledge (2 Peter 1:5).
Stop & Think: August 5, 2025
Those who fear the Lord . . . share freely and give generously to those in need. Their good deeds will be remembered forever. They will have influence and honor (Psalm 112:1, 9).
Stop & Think: August 4, 2025
In the end, people appreciate honest criticism far more than flattery (Proverbs 28:23).
Stop & Think: August 3, 2025
I have learned how to be content with whatever I have (Philippians 4:11).
Stop & Think: August 2, 2025
Let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father (Matthew 5:16).