Verse of the Day 12/14
20 Now may the God of peace who brought up our Lord Jesus from the dead, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, 21 make you complete in every good work to do His will, working in you what is well pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.
You hear a lot of calls for world peace in the world today, but if is not in prayer in the Name above all names, I don't think it accomplishes much. In today's verses the writer of the book/letter if offering a prayer on behalf of his readers and to us. He knows that in this world there will be trouble and that the only way to true peace in our hearts and lives is through our Lord Jesus Christ, who rose from the dead to give us the hope and promise of eternal life.
God it the rain maker, miracle worker, promise keeper, and light in the darkness giving us what we need to complete the good works that He has given us to do.
I read the words to "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day" this morning written by Henry Longfellow in a time of turmoil. The words of the 4th stanza struck a chord with me. Through it all, through all time God has remained, He is not dead, nor does He sleep. He is there for us when we seek Him and He draws us in close to bring peace to our hearts with the hope of peace on earth in His day and time.
1 I heard the bells on Christmas day
Their old familiar carols play,
And wild and sweet the words repeat
Of peace of earth, good will to men.
2 I thought how, as the day had come,
The belfries of all Christendom
Had rolled along th'unbroken song
Of peace on earth, good will to men.
3 And in despair I bowed my head:
"There is no peace on earth," I said,
"For hate is strong, and mocks the song
Of peace on earth, good will to men."
4 Then pealed the bells more loud and deep:
"God is not dead, nor doth He sleep;
The wrong shall fail, the right prevail,
With peace on earth, good will to men."
May you do what is well and pleasing in His sight today in the power working in you.
Ephesians 1:7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God's grace. NIV
Benediction, Final Exhortation, Farewell
20 Now may the God of peace who brought up our Lord Jesus from the dead, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, 21 make you complete in every good work to do His will, working in you what is well pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.
22 And I appeal to you, brethren, bear with the word of exhortation, for I have written to you in few words. 23 Know that our brother Timothy has been set free, with whom I shall see you if he comes shortly.
24 Greet all those who rule over you, and all the saints. Those from Italy greet you.
25 Grace be with you all. Amen.
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