Don't be discouraged when it looks like things are not going your way. God will help you through the tough times. Remember God's word says, "weeping may endure for a night but JOY cometh in the morning"!
"Joshua said to them 'Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Be strong and courageous.'" Joshua 10:25
"My shield is God Most High, who saves the upright in heart." Psalm 7:10
"Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life." Psalm 23:6
"Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God." Psalm 42:11
"Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong." 1 Corinthians 16:13
"We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed." 2 Corinthians 4:8,9
"Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
"...being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." Phillippians 1:6
"You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised." Hebrews 10:36
Bible Trivia Questions
1. Whose mother-in-law did Jesus heal?
2. Which bird does Jesus say we have more value than?
3. In which city was David's throne over Israel?
4. How old was Moses when he died?
5. What event did Peter, James and John witness in a mountain with Jesus?
6. Which apostle was a Pharisee?
7. The desolation of which city is described in Revelation chapter 18?
8. Which king in the Old Testament built the first temple in Jerusalem?
9. Why did Jesus say we should not "judge people"?
10. What happened to the prison keeper and his family after finding Paul and Silas released from their chains?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Isaiah 26:3
You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you.
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Bible Verses below to find the answers.)
1. Matthew 8:14-15
2. Matthew 10:31
3. 2 Samuel 5:5
4. Deuteronomy 34:7
5. Matthew 17:1
6. Acts 23:6
7. Revelations 18:2
8. 2 Chronicles 3:1
9. Matthew 7:1
10. Acts 16:33
Saturday, December 13, 2014
Saturday, December 6, 2014
GOD'S PROMISES - TRIALS
Pray for faith and strength to make it through all of life's trials and tribulations. God promises that he will never leave us nor forsake us.
"The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe." Proverbs 18:10
"Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." Romans 12:12
"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." Galatians 6:9
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trails of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish it's work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." James 1:2-4
"Blessed are those who persevere under trial, because when they have stood the test, they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him." James 1:12
Bible Trivia Questions
1. How many people were saved in the ark?
2. What disease did the Lord send upon Miriam?
3. The name of the Lord is like what place of safety?
4. With what was Jesus' side pierced?
5. Who wrote the book of Acts?
6. What did Jesus say when the Pharisees asked why he ate with publicans and sinners?
7. How did Moses command the Red Sea to divide so the Israelites could crossover?
8. Where was Jonah when he prayed to God with the voice of thanksgiving?
9. What was Noah's ark made out of?
10. Who brought Elijah bread and meat to eat during the drought?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Deuteronomy 31:6
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you."
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
1. 1 Peter 3:20
2. Numbers 12:10
3. Proverbs 18:10
4. John 19:34
5. Acts 1:1 - Luke 1:3
6. Matthew 9:11-12
7. Exodus 14:16, 21
8. Jonah 2:9
9. Genesis 6:14
10. 1 Kings 17:4
"The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe." Proverbs 18:10
"Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer." Romans 12:12
"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." Galatians 6:9
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trails of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish it's work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." James 1:2-4
"Blessed are those who persevere under trial, because when they have stood the test, they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him." James 1:12
Bible Trivia Questions
1. How many people were saved in the ark?
2. What disease did the Lord send upon Miriam?
3. The name of the Lord is like what place of safety?
4. With what was Jesus' side pierced?
5. Who wrote the book of Acts?
6. What did Jesus say when the Pharisees asked why he ate with publicans and sinners?
7. How did Moses command the Red Sea to divide so the Israelites could crossover?
8. Where was Jonah when he prayed to God with the voice of thanksgiving?
9. What was Noah's ark made out of?
10. Who brought Elijah bread and meat to eat during the drought?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Deuteronomy 31:6
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you."
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
1. 1 Peter 3:20
2. Numbers 12:10
3. Proverbs 18:10
4. John 19:34
5. Acts 1:1 - Luke 1:3
6. Matthew 9:11-12
7. Exodus 14:16, 21
8. Jonah 2:9
9. Genesis 6:14
10. 1 Kings 17:4
Saturday, November 29, 2014
GOD'S PROMISES - HURT
God promises us that he will heal all of the hurt and pain that we will endure in our lives.
"I lift up my eyes to the mountains -- where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." Psalm 121:1
"When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone's way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them." Proverbs 16:7
"... I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and God's provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance." Philippians 1:18, 19
"Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus." Philippians 3:13b, 14
"...everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted." 2 Timothy 3:12
Bible Trivia Questions
1. What profession did Zebedee, father of James and John, have?
2. Which two sisters married Jacob?
3. Into which land did God send Abraham to sacrifice his special son, Isaac?
4. In Revelation, what was the wife of the Lamb arrayed in?
5. Which Israelite woman had two Moabite daughters-in-law?
6. When Peter was asked if Jesus paid temple taxes, what animal concealed a coin with which to pay the taxes?
7. In Nebuchadnezzar's dream what did the different metals of the statue represent?
8. What did God initially give man to eat?
9. Which city did David pray for the peace of?
10. What did the crew of the ship Jonah was on do once the storm had ceased?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Psalm 29:11
The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace.
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
1. Matthew 4:21
2. Genesis 29:28
3. Genesis 22:2
4. Revelations 19:8
5. Ruth 1:4
6. Matthew 17:27
7. Daniel 2:37-44
8. Genesis 2:9,16
9. Psalms 122:6
10. Jonah 1:16
"I lift up my eyes to the mountains -- where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." Psalm 121:1
"When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone's way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them." Proverbs 16:7
"... I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and God's provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance." Philippians 1:18, 19
"Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus." Philippians 3:13b, 14
"...everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted." 2 Timothy 3:12
Bible Trivia Questions
1. What profession did Zebedee, father of James and John, have?
2. Which two sisters married Jacob?
3. Into which land did God send Abraham to sacrifice his special son, Isaac?
4. In Revelation, what was the wife of the Lamb arrayed in?
5. Which Israelite woman had two Moabite daughters-in-law?
6. When Peter was asked if Jesus paid temple taxes, what animal concealed a coin with which to pay the taxes?
7. In Nebuchadnezzar's dream what did the different metals of the statue represent?
8. What did God initially give man to eat?
9. Which city did David pray for the peace of?
10. What did the crew of the ship Jonah was on do once the storm had ceased?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Psalm 29:11
The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace.
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
1. Matthew 4:21
2. Genesis 29:28
3. Genesis 22:2
4. Revelations 19:8
5. Ruth 1:4
6. Matthew 17:27
7. Daniel 2:37-44
8. Genesis 2:9,16
9. Psalms 122:6
10. Jonah 1:16
Saturday, November 22, 2014
GOD'S PROMISES - DOUBTFUL
When your heart is troubled and you are unsure what to do and you are praying and asking God to help guide you out of your situation, sometimes you can become doubtful when it seems as though you are not receiving the answer you are looking for. Keep praying and looking to God, he will help you when you least expect it.
"Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him. 'You of little faith,' he said, 'why did you doubt?' " Matthew 14:31
"He said to her, 'Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.' " Mark 5:34
"Have faith in God, ... Truly I tell you, if you say to this mountain, 'Go, throw yourself into the sea,' and do not doubt in your heart but believe that what you say will happen, it will be done for you." Mark 11:22, 23
"Then Jesus told him, 'Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.' " John 20:29
Bible Trivia Questions
1. What did Elisha do for the Shunammite's son?
2. Which book of the Bible precedes Philemon?
3. What were the names of Elimelech's two sons?
4. Until when did Jesus remain in Egypt with his parents, when he was a baby?
5. In the parable of the sower, what does the seed represent?
6. What was the first plague the Lord sent upon Egypt?
7. What did the disciples do when people brought their young children to Jesus?
8. Who does Jesus say are the two most important people to love?
9. What happened to Jesus on the 8th day of this life?
10. Who looked after the coats of men who stoned Stephen?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses below to find the answers.)
1. 2 Kings 4:32-37
2. Titus 3:15 - Philemon 1:1
3. Ruth 1:2
4. Matthew 2:15
5. Luke 8:11
6. Exodus 7:21
7. Matthew 19:13
8. Luke 10:27
9. Luke 2:21
10. Acts 7:58
"Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him. 'You of little faith,' he said, 'why did you doubt?' " Matthew 14:31
"He said to her, 'Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.' " Mark 5:34
"Have faith in God, ... Truly I tell you, if you say to this mountain, 'Go, throw yourself into the sea,' and do not doubt in your heart but believe that what you say will happen, it will be done for you." Mark 11:22, 23
"Then Jesus told him, 'Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.' " John 20:29
Bible Trivia Questions
1. What did Elisha do for the Shunammite's son?
2. Which book of the Bible precedes Philemon?
3. What were the names of Elimelech's two sons?
4. Until when did Jesus remain in Egypt with his parents, when he was a baby?
5. In the parable of the sower, what does the seed represent?
6. What was the first plague the Lord sent upon Egypt?
7. What did the disciples do when people brought their young children to Jesus?
8. Who does Jesus say are the two most important people to love?
9. What happened to Jesus on the 8th day of this life?
10. Who looked after the coats of men who stoned Stephen?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses below to find the answers.)
1. 2 Kings 4:32-37
2. Titus 3:15 - Philemon 1:1
3. Ruth 1:2
4. Matthew 2:15
5. Luke 8:11
6. Exodus 7:21
7. Matthew 19:13
8. Luke 10:27
9. Luke 2:21
10. Acts 7:58
Saturday, November 15, 2014
GOD'S PROMISES - HARDSHIPS
We will encounter various hardships throughout our lives. When times are rough call on God, he hears and answers all of our prayers.
"Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?" Romans 8:35
"If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing." 1 Corinthians 13:3
"But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all the duties of your ministry." 2 Timothy 4:5
"Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as his children. For what children are not disciplined by their father?" Hebrews 12:7
Bible Trivia Questions
1. What type of tree did Zacchaeus climb to see Jesus?
2. When Jesus forgave the sins of the sick man let down through the roof to him, to what did the Pharisees object?
3. What was the name of Abraham's nephew?
4. Israel split into two kingdoms after the reign of King Solomon, with Israel in the north, but what was the name of the southern kingdom?
5. What did James' and John's mother ask of Jesus?
6. What did the dove bring back to Noah?
7. How many books are there in the New Testament?
8. Who was appointed to replace Judas Iscariot as a disciple?
9. What did Abraham's son carry for his sacrifice?
10. In which book of the Bible would we find Haman, the son of Hammedatha?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Psalm 34:8
Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in him.
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses below to find the answers.)
1. Luke 19:4
2. Mark 2:7
3. Genesis 12:5
4. 1 King 11:31-36; 12:20-21
5. Matthew 20:21
6. Genesis 8:11
7. Matthew 1:1 - Revelations 22:21
8. Acts 1:26
9. Genesis 22:6
10. Esther 3:1
"Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?" Romans 8:35
"If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing." 1 Corinthians 13:3
"But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all the duties of your ministry." 2 Timothy 4:5
"Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as his children. For what children are not disciplined by their father?" Hebrews 12:7
Bible Trivia Questions
1. What type of tree did Zacchaeus climb to see Jesus?
2. When Jesus forgave the sins of the sick man let down through the roof to him, to what did the Pharisees object?
3. What was the name of Abraham's nephew?
4. Israel split into two kingdoms after the reign of King Solomon, with Israel in the north, but what was the name of the southern kingdom?
5. What did James' and John's mother ask of Jesus?
6. What did the dove bring back to Noah?
7. How many books are there in the New Testament?
8. Who was appointed to replace Judas Iscariot as a disciple?
9. What did Abraham's son carry for his sacrifice?
10. In which book of the Bible would we find Haman, the son of Hammedatha?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Psalm 34:8
Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in him.
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses below to find the answers.)
1. Luke 19:4
2. Mark 2:7
3. Genesis 12:5
4. 1 King 11:31-36; 12:20-21
5. Matthew 20:21
6. Genesis 8:11
7. Matthew 1:1 - Revelations 22:21
8. Acts 1:26
9. Genesis 22:6
10. Esther 3:1
Saturday, November 8, 2014
GOD'S PROMISES - LOVE
Ask God to help you love others as he loves us.
"Many are the woes of the wicked, but the Lord's unfailing love surrounds those who trust in him." Psalm 32:10
"For the Lord is good and his love endures forever." Psalm 100:5
"Whoever has my commands and keeps them is the one who loves me. Anyone who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love them and show myself to them." John 14:21
"God's love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us." Romans 5:5
"See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!" 1 John 3:1
Bible Trivia Questions
1. When the Pharisees asked Jesus whether it was lawful to pay taxes to Ceasar, what object did he use to answer their question?
2. When Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch arrive at some water, what does the eunuch say?
3. Who said to Mary, "Blessed are you women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!"?
4. Seven fat and seven thin of what type of animal appeared to Pharaoh in a dream?
5. How old was Sarah when her son Isaac was born?
6. About what age was Jesus when he was baptized?
7. Which book comes after the book of Job?
8. How many horsemen are there in Revelation chapter 6?
9. What was the first temptation of Christ?
10. After the first king of Israel failed God, what was the name of the second man who was anointed king?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Romans 8:28
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses listed below to find the answers.)
1. Matthew 22:19
2. Acts 8:36
3. Luke 1:41-42
4. Genesis 41:1-4
5. Genesis 17:17; 21:5
6. Luke 3:23
7. Job 42:17 - Psalms 1:1
8. Revelations 6:2-8
9. Matthew 4:3
10. 1 Samuel 16:1, 13
"Many are the woes of the wicked, but the Lord's unfailing love surrounds those who trust in him." Psalm 32:10
"For the Lord is good and his love endures forever." Psalm 100:5
"Whoever has my commands and keeps them is the one who loves me. Anyone who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love them and show myself to them." John 14:21
"God's love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us." Romans 5:5
"See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!" 1 John 3:1
Bible Trivia Questions
1. When the Pharisees asked Jesus whether it was lawful to pay taxes to Ceasar, what object did he use to answer their question?
2. When Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch arrive at some water, what does the eunuch say?
3. Who said to Mary, "Blessed are you women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!"?
4. Seven fat and seven thin of what type of animal appeared to Pharaoh in a dream?
5. How old was Sarah when her son Isaac was born?
6. About what age was Jesus when he was baptized?
7. Which book comes after the book of Job?
8. How many horsemen are there in Revelation chapter 6?
9. What was the first temptation of Christ?
10. After the first king of Israel failed God, what was the name of the second man who was anointed king?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
Romans 8:28
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses listed below to find the answers.)
1. Matthew 22:19
2. Acts 8:36
3. Luke 1:41-42
4. Genesis 41:1-4
5. Genesis 17:17; 21:5
6. Luke 3:23
7. Job 42:17 - Psalms 1:1
8. Revelations 6:2-8
9. Matthew 4:3
10. 1 Samuel 16:1, 13
Saturday, November 1, 2014
GOD'S PROMISES - ENDURANCE
Pray and ask God for the strength to endure any problems that you may encounter in your life.
"They are like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither - whatever they do prospers." Psalm 1:3
"The blameless spend their days under the Lord's care, and their inheritance will endure forever." Psalm 37:18
"A thousand years in your sight are like a day that has just gone by, or like a watch in the night." Psalm 90:4
"For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations." Psalm 100:5
"However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me - the task of testifying to the good news of God's grace. Acts 20:24
"Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." 1 Corinthians 9:24, 25
".....being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and giving joyful thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his people in the kingdom of light. For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves." Colossians 1:11-13
Bible Trivia Questions
1. For how many pieces of silver did Judas betray Christ?
2. Who did Abram marry?
3. What did Jesus say he would leave with the disciples?
4. What did Paul ask Philemon to have ready for him?
5. In Egypt, what did Joseph accuse his brothers of at their first meeting?
6. Where did Jesus first see Nathaniel?
7. Which disciple was a tax collector?
8. Which city was the letter to Philemon written from?
9. What horrific act did the women do to their children during the Babylonian siege of Jerusalem?
10. What does the name Abraham mean?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
John 16:33
I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses below to find the answers.)
1. Matthew 26:15
2. Genesis 11:29
3. John 14:27
4. Philemon 1:22
5. Genesis 42:9
6. John 1:48
7. Luke 5:27
8. Philemon 1:23
9. Lamentations 4:10
10. Genesis 17:5
"They are like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither - whatever they do prospers." Psalm 1:3
"The blameless spend their days under the Lord's care, and their inheritance will endure forever." Psalm 37:18
"A thousand years in your sight are like a day that has just gone by, or like a watch in the night." Psalm 90:4
"For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations." Psalm 100:5
"However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me - the task of testifying to the good news of God's grace. Acts 20:24
"Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." 1 Corinthians 9:24, 25
".....being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and giving joyful thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his people in the kingdom of light. For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves." Colossians 1:11-13
Bible Trivia Questions
1. For how many pieces of silver did Judas betray Christ?
2. Who did Abram marry?
3. What did Jesus say he would leave with the disciples?
4. What did Paul ask Philemon to have ready for him?
5. In Egypt, what did Joseph accuse his brothers of at their first meeting?
6. Where did Jesus first see Nathaniel?
7. Which disciple was a tax collector?
8. Which city was the letter to Philemon written from?
9. What horrific act did the women do to their children during the Babylonian siege of Jerusalem?
10. What does the name Abraham mean?
Inspirational Bible Verse of the Week
John 16:33
I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.
Bible Trivia Questions Answers
(Look in the Verses below to find the answers.)
1. Matthew 26:15
2. Genesis 11:29
3. John 14:27
4. Philemon 1:22
5. Genesis 42:9
6. John 1:48
7. Luke 5:27
8. Philemon 1:23
9. Lamentations 4:10
10. Genesis 17:5
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