But the people have not returned to him who struck them, nor have they sought the Lord Almighty. Isaiah 9:11 When difficulties hit a person, they usually try to run a different direction away from what caused the problems. Rather than learn from the difficulties, they will try to avoid the situation altogether. Most people... Continue Reading →
Jonah 2:1-2 God Hears You Where You Are
From inside the fish Jonah prayed to the LORD his God. He said: "In my distress I called to the LORD, and he answered me. From deep in the realm of the dead I called for help." Jonah 2:1-2 Jonah had tried to run from the call of God by jumping on ship and going... Continue Reading →
Jonah 1:4 God Knows Where You Are
Then the LORD sent a great wind on the sea and such a violent storm arose that the ship threatened to break up. Jonah 1:4 God had told Jonah, a prophet, to go to the city of Nineveh and preach against it. Nineveh was known as a rough and tough city that did not believe... Continue Reading →
Deuteronomy 30:4 You Will Be Brought Back
Even if you have been banished to the most distant land under the heavens, from there the LORD your God will gather you back. Deuteronomy 30:4 Moses had told the people that if they follow God with all of their heart, they will prosper and be made the head of all nations. He also said... Continue Reading →