Today's Bible Promise and Prayer: In God I trust-Job 13:15

Thursday, April 11, 2013

In God I trust-Job 13:15

How can I trust God in hard times? This is a great question that we all struggle with in life. The children of Israel witnessed some of the greatest miracles performed by God and immediately turned their backs on Him as soon as they faced hardships. They were forgetful of the LORD's blessings and constantly complained when life got hard instead of humbling themselves and turning to Him for divine intervention. The verse for today reveals the heart of faith that God loves and honors. For doubters, God is just a "genie" who they call upon or pray to when they find themselves in trials or tribulations. For true believers like Job, God is real regardless of their physical trials, sufferings, or troubles. I encourage you to trust in God and say with conviction; "Even though God slays me, I will trust in Him." Know that God will help you through it all if you place your trust in Him again and again instead of giving up the fight.

Verse of strength in time of trial

Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him. Even so, I will defend my own ways before Him. Job 13:15 NKJV

Prayer of faith in time of trouble

I will trust and obey for there is no other way to be happy in Jesus. Merciful Father, please give me unwavering faith like Job to trust in You when bad things happen to me. Don't let me think of myself as a victim, who blames others for my problems or circumstances. I believe in Your promise that "ALL THINGS WORK TOGETHER FOR GOOD TO THEM THAT LOVE YOU.' I pray in Jesus' name. Amen

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My Life Verses (Top 5)

1975: "For God has not given us (me) a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind." - 2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV

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1985: "God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble." -Psalm 46:1 NLT

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1995: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." - Philippians 4:13 KJV 2000

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2005: "The LORD is my light and my salvation— so why should I be afraid? The LORD is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble?" - Psalm 27:1 NLT

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2010: "For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.." - Philippians 1:21 ESV

God's Names in the Bible

Graduation Poem for Christina from Dad

Today marks a memorable milestone in your life. Its the start of new beginnings and paths unknown. Let your heart be true to God and He will make your life a living stone.

I pray God open doors of blessed opportunities, That fill your heart with perfect peace, hope, love and liberty.

I pray your dreams are big as God’s leads you to His perfect plan and will, to the highest of your hopes, abilities and skills.

From your papi who loves you. 6-21-08

Graduation Scripture & Promise: My beloved child, do not forget my teaching. Let your heart keep my words. For they will add to you many days and years of life and peace. Do not let kindness and truth leave you. Tie them around your neck. Write them upon your heart. So you will find favor and good understanding in the eyes of God and man. Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not trust in your own understanding. Agree with Him in all your ways, and He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:1-6 NLV

My Departing Words

To my loving and patient wife, Michele, my beloved son David, my radiant daughter-in-law Blair, my cherished son Joshua, my compassionate daughter Anna, my steadfast son-in-law, Jeff, my empathetic daughter Christina, my go-getter son-in-law Miles, my bright and persevering granddaughter, Blake, my beautiful and tenderhearted granddaughter, Zoey, my strong and handsome grandson, Wyatt, my tender-hearted and precious granddaughter Talia, my jubilant and adorable granddaughter, Romi, and to all of my caring family and faithful friends. I will consider my life a great success if I have the joy of seeing each of you in God's eternal Kingdom. I ask you to please forgive me if I've wronged any of you and did not ask for your forgiveness. I love you and pray my life has influenced each of you in a small way to believe in Christ Jesus and to accept Him as your personal Lord and Savior. I'm grateful to my Lord and humbled to have experienced an abundant and full life that was only possible by abiding in Him. It's difficult to put into words just how grateful I am for God's salvation. When I was 18 years old and lost all hope, Jesus came to my rescue. I'm so thankful that I've been able to experience the power and presence of the Holy Spirit from the moment I accepted Christ and decided to follow Him. The Holy Spirit has been my Helper, Teacher, Comforter, Counselor, and Guide in teaching me to be like Jesus and relying on Him, until my last breath. I fought the good fight and learned that living for God, serving Jesus, and loving people has eternal rewards and zero regrets. To live for Christ is unimaginable gain and glorifying God is what matters most in life. Apart from Jesus, nothing else made much sense to me in life, and nothing else the world offered was worthy of my life's investment. To die in Christ is not the end, it's the doorway in Eternal Life through the power of His resurrection. I'll see you in a little while and pray to see you in heaven. Hector Perez.

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