As a father has compassion on his children,
so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him
As a father has compassion on his children,
so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him
The heavens proclaim the glory of God.
The skies display his craftsmanship.
Day after day they continue to speak;
night after night they make him known.
But those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.
Jesus replied, “But even more blessed are all who hear the word of God and put it into practice.”
Heaven and earth will disappear, but my words will never disappear.
Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full — pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, running over, and poured into your lap. The amount you give will determine the amount you get back.
For the word of God will never fail.
God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.
And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul?