Today's Favorite Verse: 1 Corinthians 16:9

Today's Favorite Verse: 1 Corinthians 16:9

"For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries."

Door = Colossians 4:3

"Withal praying also for us, that God would open unto us a door of utterance, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also in bonds:"

Effectual = GR energetic, efficient

I pondered on how when the mysteries of Christ are spoken, or the prophets speak, that adversaries will gather. Satan was doing all that he could to destroy this primitive Church of Christ. Satan is doing all he can to destroy it today. As I pondered over this chapter I see that Paul has the same counsel that President Nelson gives us today. He wants them to accepting, conduct in peace, be watchful, stand fast in faith, be strong, have charity, help and to labor.

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Today's Favorite Verse: Luke 21:26, 32

Today's Favorite Verse: Luke 21:26, 32

"Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken.

Verily I say unto you, This generation shall not pass away, till all be fulfilled."

With the signs of the second coming appearing I have no doubt it will be with this generation. I was just noticing there is another worldwide devotional for young adults tomorrow. It is for ages 18-30, single or married. We never had such things when I was in that age group. I am so glad they are helping to strengthen the youth and young adults of the church. They need to be strong for what is ahead of us, and upon us. I had a discussion with someone this week about what we are seeing happening in the world and how we don't feel any fear, only peace, knowing God is in control. Twenty or thirty years ago that would not have been my reaction. I've had time to prepare my heart and to become fully converted to the gospel of Jesus Christ. I work daily at keeping my faith strong. This is why I don't feel fear. This is why our youth and young adults need to be prepared, because they have to become spiritual stronger faster than I had a chance. This is a remarkable generation, I have every faith that they will do it.

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Today's Favorite Verse: Daniel 11:32

Today's Favorite Verse: Daniel 11:32

"And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he corrupt by flatteries: but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits."

This made me think of how we have been counseled to be spiritual strong to survive these days. .

"I am optimistic about the future. It will be filled with opportunities for each of us to progress, contribute, and take the gospel to every corner of the earth. But I am also not naive about the days ahead. We live in a world that is complex and increasingly contentious. The constant availability of social media and a 24-hour news cycle bombard us with relentless messages. If we are to have any hope of sifting through the myriad of voices and the philosophies of men that attack truth, we must learn to receive revelation.

Our Savior and Redeemer, Jesus Christ, will perform some of His mightiest works between now and when He comes again. We will see miraculous indications that God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ, preside over this Church in majesty and glory. But in coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost.

My beloved brothers and sisters, I plead with you to increase your spiritual capacity to receive revelation."

(Russell M. Nelson "Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives", Apr 2018 General Conference)

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Today's Favorite Verse: 2 Chronicles 32:7

Today's Favorite Verse: 2 Chronicles 32:7

"Be strong and courageous, be not afraid nor dismayed for the king of Assyria, nor for all the multitude that is with him: for there be more with us than with him:"

This chapter for some reason reminded me of Ukraine and it being under siege by Russia, but I know I do not understand the full depth of how it applies. I found this talk given by Russell M. Nelson, before he was the prophet, that referenced this verse.

"Foster your faith. Fuse your focus with an eye single to the glory of God. “Be strong and courageous” and you will be given power and protection from on high. “For I will go before your face,” the Lord declared. “I will be on your right hand and on your left, and my Spirit shall be in your hearts, and mine angels round about you, to bear you up” The great latter-day work of which we are a part shall be accomplished. Prophecies of the ages shall be fulfilled. “For with God all things are possible”  I testify in the name of Jesus Christ, amen."

(Russell M. Nelson, "With God Nothing Shall Be Impossible", April 1988 General Conference)

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