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Additional Message:

Remember, as we journey through life, we understand that challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. At Hope Through Scripture Ministries, we want you to know that you are not alone in your struggles. Our ministry is here for you, ready to walk alongside you in faith and encouragement.

If you ever find yourself in need of support, prayer, or simply someone to talk to, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We believe in the power of community and the strength found in standing together as believers. You can leave a comment below and our brothers and sisters will be glad to assist or connect with us by sending us a direct message here on Tumblr.

Remember, in moments of doubt or loneliness, there are brothers and sisters in Christ who care about you and are ready to extend a hand of friendship and love. Let us journey together in faith, leaning on the promises of God and lifting each other up in prayer.

May you find comfort and assurance in the unchanging truth of God's Word and the fellowship of believers. We are here for you, and we look forward to connecting with you soon.

With love and blessings, Hope Through Scripture Ministries

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You Are Never Alone:

Finding Comfort in God's Presence

Hey everyone, I wanted to share something close to my heart that I hope encourages you today. Have you ever felt like you're all alone, even in a crowded room? It's a common feeling, but I want to remind you that in Christ, you are never truly alone.

The Bible is filled with promises that assure us of God's constant presence, especially in our times of solitude or struggle. Let these words sink deep into your soul:

Deuteronomy 31:6 (KJV): "Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee."

Matthew 28:20 (KJV): "Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen."

Psalm 23:4 (KJV): "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me."

Joshua 1:9 (KJV): "Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest."

Isaiah 41:10 (KJV): "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness."

Hebrews 13:5 (KJV): "Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee."

John 14:18 (KJV): "I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you."

Isn't it incredible to know that the God of the universe promises to never leave nor forsake us? When we feel alone, we can turn to Him and find solace.

Questions:

How does knowing that God is always with you change the way you face challenges?

In what ways can you experience God's presence more in your daily life?

Remember, dear friends, that God's presence is not just a concept; it's a reality that we can experience each day.

Your Personal Prayer: Father God, I thank You for Your promise to never leave me alone. Help me to feel Your presence more deeply in my life, especially during times of loneliness or uncertainty. Teach me to trust in You completely. In Jesus' name, amen.

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Scripture on Hearing God's Voice 2/2

Romans 8:16 - "The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God."

James 1:5 - "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him."

Galatians 3:5 - "Does he who supplies the Spirit to you and works miracles among you do so by works of the law, or by hearing with faith?"

Isaiah 55:3 - "Incline your ear, and come to me; hear, that your soul may live; and I will make with you an everlasting covenant, my steadfast, sure love for David."

John 14:21 - "Whoever has my commandments and keeps them, he it is who loves me. And he who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I will love him and manifest myself to him."

John 1:1 - "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God."

Habakkuk 2:1-2 - "I will take my stand at my watchpost and station myself on the tower, and look out to see what he will say to me, and what I will answer concerning my complaint. And the Lord answered me: 'Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it.'"

Psalms 29:1-11 - "Ascribe to the Lord, O heavenly beings, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength... The voice of the Lord is over the waters; the God of glory thunders, the Lord, over many waters."

Psalms 23:1-6 - "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want... Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me."

Psalms 85:8 - "Let me hear what God the Lord will speak, for he will speak peace to his people, to his saints; but let them not turn back to folly."

Proverbs 3:30-32 - "Do not contend with a man for no reason, when he has done you no harm. Do not envy a man of violence and do not choose any of his ways, for the devious person is an abomination to the Lord, but the upright are in his confidence."

Revelation 3:20 - "Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me."

1 Corinthians 14:1-5 - "Pursue love, and earnestly desire the spiritual gifts, especially that you may prophesy... The one who prophesies speaks to people for their upbuilding and encouragement and consolation."

Psalms 91:15 - "When he calls to me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him."

Hebrews 2:1-3 - "Therefore we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it. For since the message declared by angels proved to be reliable, and every transgression or disobedience received a just retribution, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation?"

Acts 22:14 - "And he said, ‘The God of our fathers appointed you to know his will, to see the Righteous One and to hear a voice from his mouth.'"

Job 36:22 - "Behold, God is exalted in his power; who is a teacher like him?"

Hebrews 1:1-3 - "Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son... He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature."

Ezekiel 37:1-28 - "The hand of the Lord was upon me, and he brought me out in the Spirit of the Lord and set me down in the middle of the valley; it was full of bones... Then he said to me, 'Prophesy over these bones, and say to them, O dry bones, hear the word of the Lord.'"

Job 35:10-11 - "But none says, 'Where is God my Maker, who gives songs in the night, who teaches us more than the beasts of the earth and makes us wiser than the birds of the heavens?'"

Mark 9:1-50 - "And he said to them, 'Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God after it has come with power.'"

Revelation 1:3 - "Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near."

Hebrews 3:7-8 - "Therefore, as the Holy Spirit says, 'Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion, on the day of testing in the wilderness.'"

John 14:15 - "If you love me, you will keep my commandments."

Matthew 4:1 - "Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil."

Psalms 46:10 - "Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!"

1 Samuel 9:1-27 - (The story of Saul being anointed as king and listening to God's guidance through Samuel.)

1 Samuel 3:1-10 - "Now the boy Samuel was ministering to the Lord in the presence of Eli. And the word of the Lord was rare in those days; there was no frequent vision... And the Lord came and stood, calling as at other times, 'Samuel! Samuel!' And Samuel said, 'Speak, for your servant hears.'"

James 1:22 - "But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves."

John 3:16 - "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."

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"Blessed are all those who take Pleasure in My Sabbaths, Who also delight in doing what is right And good on My Holy Days…

They shall be renewed In the presence of The Lord."

~ Says The Lord

Source: https://www.thevolumesoftruth.com/The_Blessed:_More_Declarations_of_Blessedness_From_The_Lord,_Our_God_and_Savior

Video:

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The Joy of a father

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Have you felt God’s presence lately?

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I have seen the sun rise upon the mountains of Israel, I have seen the light of the moon illuminate the valleys of Judah, I have even seen the stars fall from the heavens! Yet never have I seen a wonder such as this, never have I beheld such a wondrous thing!…

I have seen a brilliant light, a perfect likeness! Behold, I have stepped into the fire! Yet instead of burning, I received understanding; and in place of my wounds, I received healing in this flame! What a wondrous and beautiful place! Such overwhelming, pure love in the light of His glory, consuming me where I stand, strengthening me as I fall down, my tears flowing as my life departs from me! Yet I do not die. Rather the presence of The Lord of Hosts rises up in me! Is this Heaven? Yes! It is The Kingdom! For before me is the likeness of a Man, bright and shining! He is beckoning me! I see the holes in His hands and in His feet, as I am pulled toward His open arms!

I am losing myself, Yet I feel as though I am being born; I was dead, and now I am alive again!…

The man I was passing away, As His life rushes in!…

And what more can I say? What more shall I ask of Him?…

Only this…

MORE!

📖 Source: https://www.thevolumesoftruth.com/Words_To_Live_By:_Part_One

▶ Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tc_atcEUOw&list=PLE8FlkxQPQkMinJ_T3GF3VuXpPKyIQyYK&index=33

*Also see ANSWERS ONLY GOD CAN GIVE:

Visions: https://answersonlygodcangive.com/Visions

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Apart from God, we cannot live in abundance. It's only when we are connected to the source of life and every good thing that we can truly be blessed. #DagHewardMills #Blessing #GodsPresence https://www.instagram.com/p/CihRnbFsoAP/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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### Finding Fulfillment in God's Love

In today’s fast-paced world, many of us grapple with feelings of emptiness, seeking solace in various temporary fixes—drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, or even fleeting romantic encounters. These may provide momentary relief, but they often lead to deeper despair and a yearning for something more lasting. However, true fulfillment can be found in the unwavering love and presence of God. Here’s how…

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John 4:24 NIV

God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.”

God is looking for true worshippers who will worship Him both in Spirit and in Truth. We must worship Him with our hold heart not a half heart but all our ways and acknowledge Him in All thy ways and He will make your path straight. Proverbs 3:5-6

As we go in worship today let’s remember all the things God has done for us this pass week and all the things He has in store for us this upcoming week. Have a blessed day.

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Finding Peace in God's Presence

Hello, beloved community! Today, on #TransformationTuesday, let's reflect on the peace we find in God's presence.

Biblical Scripture: Philippians 4:7 - "And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

Amid life's chaos, God's presence brings peace that surpasses all understanding. Let's take time to be still and draw near to Him.

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Overcoming Fear with Faith:

Embracing God's Courage and Strength"

Introduction: In this article we'll discover the empowering journey of overcoming fear and embracing God's courage and strength, as revealed to us in the scriptures. Join us in exploring how faith can conquer fear and lead to a life of boldness and confidence in God's promises.

Scripture Passage: 2 Timothy 1:7 (KJV) Cross References: Joshua 1:9, Psalm 27:1, Isaiah 41:10, 1 John 4:18

Commentary: 2 Timothy 1:7 declares, "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." This verse emphasizes that fear does not come from God. Instead, He equips us with power, love, and self-discipline to face life's challenges.

Joshua 1:9 commands us, "Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest." This passage reassures us of God's constant presence and encouragement to be courageous.

Psalm 27:1 proclaims, "The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?" This verse highlights God's role as our protector and source of strength, eliminating the need for fear.

Isaiah 41:10 comforts us with, "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness." This passage assures us of God's support and strength in every situation.

1 John 4:18 teaches, "There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love." This verse explains that God's perfect love drives out fear, offering us peace and confidence.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, we come before you, acknowledging our fears and seeking your strength and courage. Fill us with your power, love, and sound mind, as we trust in your promises. Help us to embrace your perfect love that casts out all fear. May we walk boldly in faith, knowing you are always with us. Amen.

Questions:

What fears are currently holding you back, and how can you surrender them to God?

How does understanding God's presence and support help you face your fears?

In what ways can you cultivate a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind in your daily life?

How can you encourage others to overcome their fears through faith in God?

Exercise: "Faith and Courage Reflection Journal"

Objective: To help you overcome fear by reflecting on God's promises, cultivating courage, and documenting your faith journey.

Instructions:

Choose a Journal: Select a notebook or journal dedicated to your journey of overcoming fear and embracing faith.

Scripture Meditation: Begin each journal entry with a meditation on a Scripture passage related to courage and overcoming fear, such as 2 Timothy 1:7, Joshua 1:9, or Psalm 27:1.

Identify Your Fears: Reflect on specific fears that are impacting your life. Write them down honestly, acknowledging their presence and effect on your daily life.

Scripture Reflection: For each fear, find a corresponding Bible verse that addresses and counters it. Meditate on these verses and write down how they apply to your situation.

Prayer for Strength: Spend time in prayer, asking God to fill you with His strength and courage. Write a prayer for each fear, surrendering it to God and asking for His help to overcome it.

Affirmations of Faith: Write down affirmations based on God's promises. For example, "I am strong and courageous because God is with me," or "God's perfect love casts out my fear."

Record Your Progress: Document instances where you faced your fears with faith and courage. Note the outcome and how God's presence and promises helped you overcome.

Encouragement Notes: Write down words of encouragement and faith that you can revisit during moments of fear. Include testimonies of God's faithfulness from your own life or others' stories.

Regular Review: Periodically review your journal entries to see your progress and growth in faith. Celebrate victories over fear and acknowledge God's work in your life.

Benefits:

Encourages a positive mindset and builds confidence in God's promises.

Helps you actively confront and overcome fears with faith.

Strengthens your relationship with God through prayer and reflection.

Provides a tangible record of your journey and growth in courage and faith.

Note: This exercise can be customized to include discussions with a mentor or participation in a support group focused on overcoming fear through faith. Adjust the frequency and format of your journaling to suit your lifestyle and preferences.

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Scripture on Hearing Gods Voice 1/2

John 10:27 - "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me."

Romans 10:17 - "So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ."

Jeremiah 33:3 - "Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known."

John 8:47 - "Whoever is of God hears the words of God. The reason why you do not hear them is that you are not of God."

Isaiah 30:21 - "And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it,’ when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left."

John 16:13 - "When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come."

Hebrews 4:12 - "For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart."

Luke 11:28 - "But he said, 'Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and keep it!'"

John 14:16-17 - "And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you."

John 6:63 - "It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh is no help at all. The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life."

James 1:19-27 - "Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger... But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves."

2 Timothy 3:16-17 - "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work."

Psalms 32:8-9 - "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you. Be not like a horse or a mule, without understanding, which must be curbed with bit and bridle, or it will not stay near you."

John 14:26 - "But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you."

Hebrews 2:1 - "Therefore we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it."

1 Kings 19:11-13 - "And behold, the Lord passed by, and a great and strong wind tore the mountains and broke in pieces the rocks before the Lord, but the Lord was not in the wind. And after the wind an earthquake, but the Lord was not in the earthquake. And after the earthquake a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire. And after the fire the sound of a low whisper."

Romans 8:14 - "For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God."

John 5:30 - "I can do nothing on my own. As I hear, I judge, and my judgment is just, because I seek not my own will but the will of him who sent me."

Isaiah 30:19-22 - "For a people shall dwell in Zion, in Jerusalem; you shall weep no more. He will surely be gracious to you at the sound of your cry. As soon as he hears it, he answers you... And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it,’ when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left."

Romans 12:1-2 - "I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect."

Psalms 5:3 - "O Lord, in the morning you hear my voice; in the morning I prepare a sacrifice for you and watch."

John 10:16 - "And I have other sheep that are not of this fold. I must bring them also, and they will listen to my voice. So there will be one flock, one shepherd."

Galatians 5:16 - "But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh."

John 7:17 - "If anyone’s will is to do God’s will, he will know whether the teaching is from God or whether I am speaking on my own authority."

Acts 16:6-10 - "And they went through the region of Phrygia and Galatia, having been forbidden by the Holy Spirit to speak the word in Asia... And when Paul had seen the vision, immediately we sought to go on into Macedonia, concluding that God had called us to preach the gospel to them."

1 John 1:7 - "But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin."

2 Timothy 3:16 - "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness."

Proverbs 20:27 - "The spirit of man is the lamp of the Lord, searching all his innermost parts."

Hebrews 1:1-5 - "Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world."

Galatians 6:6 - "Let the one who is taught the word share all good things with the one who teaches."

The next 30 is in the blog that follows this.

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*Video - WORDS TO LIVE BY: Part Two 12-21 | "Gone From This Place", "Created Anew" and more (with voice over) -> -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTXccemxslo&list=PLE8FlkxQPQkPHgZ2CISXAJx3vpxyJ9MCr&index=3 <- <- "Rest"

Many things shall be put to rest in The Lord’s Day, even death and the grave; Destruction shall have no place, And evil shall be far removed…

For as it is written: They shall not hurt nor destroy in all My Holy Mountain, for the earth shall be Full of the knowledge of The Lord As the waters cover the sea6…

Therefore, beloved ones, pray always That you are counted worthy to Enter My rest, that you may abide In the presence of The Lord, forever…

Says The Lord.

Source: https://www.thevolumesoftruth.com/Words_To_Live_By:_Part_Two

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#DailyDevotion Be Strong In Courage, Hopefully Waiting On The LORD

#DailyDevotion Be Strong In Courage, Hopefully Waiting On The LORD Psalm 21 20You hide them in the shelter of Your presence, from the schemes of men; You keep them safe in a shelter from quarrelsome tongues. 21The LORD be praised for being wonderfully kind to me in a besieged city. 22I said when panic-stricken, "I'm cut off so that you can't see me,” but You heard me plead and call to You for help. David's praise here is a praise of faith. He has turned to the LORD for help and he believes he will receive it. It is interesting that he says, “You hide them in the shelter of Your presence.” This of course refers to the previous verse. “Them,” are those that fear and trust the LORD. What is interesting though is being hidden in the shelter of “Your presence.” Presence here is literally “face” but is figuratively “presence.” If you are in someone's face, you are present to them. Being present to someone doesn't usually have the connotation of being hidden but seen! But God's face, His presence, covers us, hides us, from the schemes of men. Shelter should bring forth the Exodus presence of the LORD who was present with the pillar of cloud by day and fire by night. That cloud covered the Israelites in the wilderness to protect them from the sun during the day. It also may bring the image of the LORD as a mother hen who covers her chicks with her wings to protect them. The LORD is protecting those who trust Him from the schemes of men and from quarrelsome tongues. We can hear Jesus praying this as He is before the Sanhedrin, Pilate and the crowds at the cross. Jesus is trusting the Father to shelter Him in His presence. David again praises the LORD who was wonderfully kind to him in a besieged city. Sometimes we feel besieged on every side. The devil stirs up men and women against us from every direction. It is times like this we need to put our trust in the LORD and call out to Him. Trusting in the LORD, He will cover us in the shelter of His presence, with His face. We may cry out with David, "I'm cut off so that you can't see me,” in a sudden panic. Remember as St. Peter, when he saw the wind and the waves begin to sink and he cried out, “Save me!” While it may seem like doubt at times, it is directed to the One who can save you, the LORD Jesus Christ. Better to cry out to the LORD in a panic than not to call out on Him at all. 23Love the LORD, all you whom He loves. The LORD preserves the faithful but pays back in full those who act proudly. 24Be strong and full of courage, all you who look hopefully to the LORD. We are called to love the LORD as we have received His love. We know He loves us because He sent His only-begotten Son to be our atoning sacrifice for our sin, not only for our sin, but the sin of the whole world. The LORD Jesus Christ does preserve the faithful. He keeps in the shadow of His hand. No one can take us from His hand. We see what happened to the proud in the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD. Those living there at the time did not put their trust in the resurrected Messiah who is sitting at the right hand of God. Those who trusted Him left the city when they saw Jesus' words coming to pass. All those who proudly do not put their trust in Christ Jesus ultimately will be paid back in full for their sins. If you don't accept Jesus' payment by His blood you will have to pay the price yourselves. So be strong and full of courage as disaster, enemies, trials and tribulations come upon you. Look hopefully to the LORD. He will not disappoint you. You will not be ashamed on the day of His coming. Instead you will be magnified before all those who did not look to Jesus in hope and faith. Heavenly Father, continually keep us in the shelter of Your presence, so we may continually sing Your praises and Your Son, Jesus Christ, now and on the day of His revelation. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen. Read the full article

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