This was a very powerful message for me where you spoke about being tied to your purpose in the midst of suffering and obstacles. Paul was certainly a perfect example of this truth..you mentioned that we are all Paul at some point in our lives and maannn do I wish I had even an ounce of the courage and faith he possessed. I'm afflicted with the terrible trio of PTSD, anxiety and depression so I'm fearful and worried 24/7..my anxiety even acts up when I read of the wars and destruction in the BOM and am afraid to read sometimes..it's not fun to say the least and I wonder how I can accomplish anything..learning about Paul has offered a glimmer of hope that I can overcome these things too..I wish I knew how he did it though! I found a quote the other day that fit so well with this week's lesson. It says, "do not measure God's love for you by how much health, wealth and comfort he brings into your life. If that were the measure of God's love then he hated the Apostle Paul" By the way, there's a pretty OK movie that came out last year I think called Paul, Apostle of Christ. If you can get your hands on a copy or can stream it, it's a good watch. The actor who portrayed Paul did an incredible job I think!
Can't imagine going through all of that. Just remember weaknesses, which we all have, can become strengths. I believe that. The Lord can heal all things.
Psalm 23 1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever. Psalm 25 7 Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions: according to thy mercy remember thou me for thy goodness’ sake, O Lord. Psalm 27 1 The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? 14 Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord. 24 Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord. Proverbs 2 10 ¶ When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul; 11 Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee: Proverbs 3 5 ¶ Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 6 9 How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard? when wilt thou arise out of thy sleep?
Cwic Media thank you for the verses! I’ve listened to Psalms on many occasions to help me sleep and it crossed my mind recently to read more from those books! I always refer to scripture as ‘spiritual treasure’ it is a great source of comfort and strength!
I had a goal on my mission not to fear anything, anywhere, anytime. I read these verses every night before I went to bed. I wanted this ingrained in my subconscious.
Paul really was incredibly strong, thanks for helping me to appreciate him more.
Pretty amazing guy! Really did change the world, literally.
love it thanks for the video
This was a very powerful message for me where you spoke about being tied to your purpose in the midst of suffering and obstacles. Paul was certainly a perfect example of this truth..you mentioned that we are all Paul at some point in our lives and maannn do I wish I had even an ounce of the courage and faith he possessed. I'm afflicted with the terrible trio of PTSD, anxiety and depression so I'm fearful and worried 24/7..my anxiety even acts up when I read of the wars and destruction in the BOM and am afraid to read sometimes..it's not fun to say the least and I wonder how I can accomplish anything..learning about Paul has offered a glimmer of hope that I can overcome these things too..I wish I knew how he did it though!
I found a quote the other day that fit so well with this week's lesson. It says, "do not measure God's love for you by how much health, wealth and comfort he brings into your life. If that were the measure of God's love then he hated the Apostle Paul"
By the way, there's a pretty OK movie that came out last year I think called Paul, Apostle of Christ. If you can get your hands on a copy or can stream it, it's a good watch. The actor who portrayed Paul did an incredible job I think!
Can't imagine going through all of that. Just remember weaknesses, which we all have, can become strengths. I believe that. The Lord can heal all things.
Psalm 23
1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
Psalm 25
7 Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions: according to thy mercy remember thou me for thy goodness’ sake, O Lord.
Psalm 27
1 The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
14 Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord.
24 Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord.
Proverbs 2
10 ¶ When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul;
11 Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee:
Proverbs 3
5 ¶ Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
Proverbs 6
9 How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard? when wilt thou arise out of thy sleep?
Cwic Media thank you for the verses! I’ve listened to Psalms on many occasions to help me sleep and it crossed my mind recently to read more from those books! I always refer to scripture as ‘spiritual treasure’ it is a great source of comfort and strength!
I had a goal on my mission not to fear anything, anywhere, anytime. I read these verses every night before I went to bed. I wanted this ingrained in my subconscious.