(Shared by Sis. Carolyn)
Letting The Scriptures Speak
The word of God is given to us for guidance and direction, enlightening
and inspiring our souls. God's word
gives us encouragement, strength,
peace, healing, and so much more. If
we are faithful and truly believe the word of God (the scriptures), we will stay connected with the Lord. Reading the word of God, allows us
to feel the presence of His closeness
and goodness. Praying before the
word of God is read, will allow God
to provide us with a revelation.
Our own Sister Carolyn has been
given such a gift from God when it comes to the scriptures, she will provide us with the
words of God, from the word of God, to enlighten
our walk with Jesus.
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Zephaniah 3:14-20
14) "Sing, O daughter of Zion; shout aloud, O Israel! Be glad and rejoice with all
your heart, O daughter of Jerusalem!
15) For the LORD will remove his hand of judgment and will disperse the armies of
your enemy. And the LORD himself, the King of Israel, will live among you! At last
your troubles will be over, and you will fear disaster no more.
16) On that day the announcement to Jerusalem will be, "Cheer up, Zion! Don't be afraid!
17) For the LORD your God has arrived to live among you. He is a mighty savior.
He will rejoice over you with great gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will exult over you by singing a happy song."
18) I will gather you who mourn for the appointed festivals; you will be disgraced no more.
19) And I will deal severely with all who have oppressed you. I will save the weak
and helpless ones; I will bring together those who were chased away. I will give
glory and renown to my former exiles, who have been mocked and shamed.
20) On that day I will gather you together and bring you home again. I will give you
a good name, a name of distinction among all the nations of the earth. They will
praise you as I restore your fortunes before their very eyes. I, the LORD, have
spoken!"
