Category Archives: Scriptures to Live By

Scriptures to Live by: Mercy

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Internet Definition of Mercy: Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one’s power to punish or harm.

Merriam Webster’s Definition of Mercy: Kind or forgiving treatment of someone who could be treated harshly.

The scriptures are filled with verses on mercy and some of them are as follows:

Psalm 86:5: You are forgiving (merciful) and good, O Lord, abounding in love to all who call to you.

Ephesians 2:4-5: But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions–it is by grace you have been saved.

Hebrews 4:16: Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.

I Peter 1:3: Praise be to the god and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.

Luke 6:36: Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.

Matthew 5:7: Blessed are the merciful for they shall be shown mercy.

Psalm 23:6: Surely goodness and mercy (love) shall follow me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the House of the Lord forever.

Because of God’s great mercy towards us, we are shown the forgiveness and love deserving to those who follow and serve Him.

May we always be quick to show mercy and love toward others and to forgive others because of God’s love toward us.

Blessings,
Yvonne

Scriptures to Live by: Gentleness

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Merriam Webster’s definition of gentle(ness) is: “Someone who is kind, amicable, not harsh or stern.”

Several scriptures are found in the Word of God that give us a clearer picture of the characteristic of gentleness and of the Lord’s gentle spirit.

Psalm 15:1: “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”

Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

Philippians 4:5: “Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.”

I Peter 3:15: “But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.”

Matthew 5:5: “Blessed are the meek (gentle), for they shall inherit the earth.”

In the book “A New Joy” by Colleen Townsend Evans, she states that “a meek (or gentle) person is someone who is bendable and adaptable to God and to life–someone who is willing to be flexible and to change.” May we examine our hearts as we desire to be adaptable, flexible, and willing to change our attitudes as we continue to grow in His Word and become a person with a gentle spirit.

Blessings,
Yvonne

Scriptures to Live by: Grace

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In Christian beliefs, the definition of grace means:

The free and unmerited favor of God as manifested in the salvation of sinners and the bestowal of blessings. Grace is the kindness of God that we don’t deserve. There is nothing we have done, nor can ever do to earn this favor. It is a free gift.

The Word of God is filled with verses pertaining to grace. Here are just a few for you to think about today.

Ephesians 2:8-9: “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith–and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God–not by works, so that no one can boast.”

Ephesians 4:7: “But to each one of us, grace has been given as Christ apportioned it.”

II Peter 1:2: “Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord.”

Hebrews 4:16: “Let us approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”

James 4:6: “But he give us more grace. That is why Scripture says, ‘God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.'”

Titus 2:11: “For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men.”

May the God of grace be with you and guide you through the remainder of your week.

Blessings,
Yvonne

Scriptures to Live by: Peace

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In our world today, we often talk about wanting peace for all mankind, and we often search for things that can give us peace of mind. The scriptures are filled with the answers to finding true peace through Jesus Christ.

John 14:27 says, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

Colossians 3:15 says, “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.”

Numbers 6:24-26 says, “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”

Philippians 4:6-7 says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Romans 15:13 says, “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

Romans 5:1 says, “Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

May the God of peace be with you today and always.

Blessings on you,
Yvonne

Scriptures to Live by: Joy

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When I think of joy, I am reminded of a song that I used to sing years ago in a church that I attended. It goes something like this:

The joy of the Lord is my strength. The joy of the Lord is my strength. The joy of the Lord is my strength. The joy of the Lord is my strength.

He gives me living water and I thirst no more. He gives me living water and I thirst no more. He gives me living water and I thirst no more. The joy of the Lord is my strength.

The Word of God is filled with scriptures about joy, and below are some that I have chosen to share with you. All of them are taken from the NIV translation.

James 1:2-3: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.”

Psalm 47:1: “Clap your hands all you nations, shout to God with cries of joy.”

Romans 15:13: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

Psalm 30:5: “For His anger lasts only a moment, but His favor lasts a lifetime. Weeping may remain for a night, but joy comes in the morning.”

Hebrews 12:2: “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”

Isaiah 35:10: “…and the ransomed of the Lord will return. They will enter Zion with singing, everlasting joy will crown their heads. Gladness and joy will overtake them, and sorrow and singing will flee away.”

We have so many blessings in our lives. Let us remember to be joyful even when we face trials because it is during that time that “the testing of your faith develops perseverance.”

Blessings on you,
Yvonne