God's Words Will Never Pass Away

Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away. — Matthew 24:35

Heaven will one day pass away.

Earth will one day pass away.

But the Word of God will never pass away.

God's Word is forever.

This summer we're going through the book of Proverbs for our sermon series at church.

These Words of wisdom will last forever.

They are like water for the thirsty and bread for the hungry.

Help us to follow Your Word, oh Lord.

Heaven and Earth Will Pass Away

Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away. — Matthew 24:35

Heaven will pass away one day.

Earth will pass away too.

And the things of the world will not last.

But God's Word will last forever.

His Words will never pass away.

I'm so grateful for God's Words and how He manages to make them apply to my life each time I read them.

Whoever Does the Will of God Lives

The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever. — 1 John 2:17 

The world and its desires will pass away.

But those who do God's will are His children.

They have been saved by the blood of Jesus.

And He died so that we can live forever.

These Plumeria appeared to be just dead sticks and wilted leaves when we got it from my friend.

Kirk tended and watered them and they now have a second life.

Gorgeous.

Whoever Does the Will of God Lives Forever

The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever. — 1 John 2:17 

During this special season of year, it's hard to remember that the world will pass away.

All of our earthly desires are just temporary.

The lights and sparkle will fade away.

But Christ reigns over all.

God lives forever.

Whoever does God's will also lives forever.

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!

Merry Christmas!

Fourth of July

Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away. — Matthew 24:25 

For the celebration of our country's birthday, Abby made this delicious vanilla cake.

Kirk smoked pork tenderloin — it was delicious and juicy.

Later at night we walked down to the harbor for fireworks. 

The fireworks were beautiful.

On our walk back, we ran into Rebecca and her son Jeremiah.

A wonderful day and a reminder of God's care for us.

Heaven and earth will pass away one day.

God's Words will never pass away.

God Has Called Me By Name

This is what the Lord says—he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.  — Isaiah 43:1-2

Yesterday I was reading Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest, and I was struck by his insight.

"If we keep true to God, God will take us through an ordeal that will bring us out into a better knowledge of Himself."

He continued, "If you will remain true to God, God will lead you straight through every barrier into the inner chamber of the knowledge of Himself.

But there is always this point of giving up our convictions and traditional beliefs."

It is really tough at times to give up my own beliefs and convictions and to rely completely on God.

I am blessed that God is patient with me. He has called me by name. I am His!