No More Tears: Finding Comfort in Revelation 21:4

No More Tears: Finding Comfort in Revelation 21:4

Revelation 21:4 says, “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”

What a beautiful and encouraging promise that God has given to us! This is our future. Rejoice!

 

As we live in this broken world, we often face heartaches and pain. We experience the loss of loved ones, sickness, and broken relationships. It is easy to get caught up in the despair and sorrow of these experiences. However, God has promised that there will come a day when all of this pain and suffering will be gone.

 

Paul also reminds us of this promise in 2 Corinthians 4:17, “For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.” This present pain that we feel is nothing compared to the eternal glory that awaits us in heaven.

 

When we are facing difficult circumstances, it is easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. We can become so focused on our present troubles that we forget the promises that God has given us. However, we can take heart and find hope in the fact that God has promised to wipe away our tears and take away all of our pain.

 

Let us hold on to this hope and let it sustain us through the tough times. May we look forward to the day when we will be with God, and He will wipe away our tears, and there will be no more death, sorrow, or pain. Let us keep our eyes fixed on the prize and trust that God is faithful to His promises.

 

Commit it All to the Lord – “Let God Handle It”

Commit it All to the Lord – “Let God Handle It”

Psalms 37:5 promises that when we commit our way to the Lord and trust in Him, He will bring it to pass. Though it may not happen instantly, Christians are called to trust in God’s sovereignty, knowing that He knows what is best for us. This promise is echoed in 1 Peter 5:6-7, where Peter encourages us to humble ourselves before God, casting all our cares upon Him, for He cares for us.

 

The reality is that God truly cares about us. He has a plan for our lives, as revealed in Jeremiah 29:11 and Psalm 139:16-17. He knows the number of hairs on our heads and watches over us as a loving Father, as Jesus reminds us in Matthew 10:29-31. And in Romans 8:28-29, we learn that all things work together for good for those who love God and are called according to His purpose.

 

So whatever you may be going through, big or small, cast and commit it all upon the Lord. Take everything to God with a humble heart, and trust in His sovereignty. Be patient, and He will bring whatever it is to pass, for God is faithful.

“Let God Handle It”

Bible Verses to Study – You are Uppermost in the Mind of God All the Time

 

That is, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not imputing their trespasses to them, and has committed to us the word of reconciliation.’ II Corinthians 5:19

“For I know the thoughts I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah 29:11.

“Your eyes saw my substance, being yet unformed. And in Your book they all were written, the days fashioned for me, when as yet there were none of them. How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God! How great is the sum of them!” Psalm 139:16-17.

“Are not two sparrows sold for a copper coin? And not one of them falls to the ground apart from your Father’s will. But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.” Matthew 10:29-31

“And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brethren.” Romans 8:28-29.

 

 

 

What does “Rightly Dividing the Word of God Mean”?

What does “Rightly Dividing the Word of God Mean”?

The Greek word “ὀρθοτομέω” (orthotomeō) is used in 2 Timothy 2:15 and is translated as “rightly dividing” in the King James Version of the Bible. The word literally means “to cut straight,” and it was originally used in a literal sense to refer to cutting straight paths or roads. In the context of 2 Timothy 2:15, however, the word is used metaphorically to refer to correctly interpreting and applying the word of God.

 

When applied to someone reading the Bible, the concept of “rightly dividing” emphasizes the importance of correctly interpreting and applying the Scriptures. This involves carefully studying the context of each passage, taking into account the historical and cultural context, the literary genre, and the intended audience. It also involves comparing different parts of the Bible to ensure that our interpretation is consistent with the rest of Scripture.

 

The Bible is a Progressive Revelation

To understand the Bible, we must come to grips with the fact that God is sovereign. We must allow God to be Who He is and believe by faith that He means what He says. When traditions and man-made theology mix law and grace, Israel and the Body of Christ, the gospel of the kingdom and the gospel of grace, Peter and Paul, you end up with confusion and division. The Bible is a progressive revelation; it wasn’t all dealt out at once to Adam and Eve, Abraham, Moses, or the apostle Peter. God is the same and will never change, but the instructions He gave to mankind for salvation throughout Biblical history changed significantly.

 

For example: For the first 2000 years, God dealt with all mankind directly and everyone spoke one language (Genesis 11:1). Then He made a change and chose just one man out of millions to start a new race of people for Himself (Deuteronomy 32:8-9). God deals with Jews with only (9 exceptions) for 2000 years. Dividing mankind by Jew and Gentile with the Gentile world without hope and no access to God (Ephesians 2:11,12). Then the sovereign God makes another change by choosing another man, Paul, (Acts 9:15; Acts 20:24; Galatians 1:11,12) with a new message of salvation for Jews and Gentiles apart from the Mosaic law and temple worship.

 

Takeaway

By “rightly dividing” the word of truth, we are able to avoid errors in interpretation and application, and we are able to more fully understand God’s message to us through His word. This leads to a deeper and more meaningful relationship with God and a stronger foundation for our faith.

 

Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth – Removes Confusion

Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth – Removes Confusion

The body of Christ which is His church needs revival and the only way to have revival is with God’s people studying His word!

 

In 2 Timothy 2:15, the Apostle Paul urges us to “study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” The Greek term used here for “rightly dividing” means to “cut straight” or “accurately handle.” This is a critical aspect of our study of the Bible, as not all Scripture is directed to us, and we must identify what is written to us and what is for us.

 

As Gentiles, we are not the primary audience for much of the Old Testament, as it was written by and for the Jewish people (only seven Gentiles are saved in the Old Testament). Therefore, it is essential to identify the context in which a verse was written and determine how to apply it to our lives today.

 

All of Scripture is for us, and we must study the Old and New Testaments, but not all of Scripture is directed to us for our salvation and our doctrine.

For example, look at what the apostle Peter writes at the end of his amazing ministry. These are the last words that the great apostle would write, and he admonishes his readers to go to the apostle Paul’s letters for things regarding salvation and doctrine. He doesn’t tell his readers to go back to the Sermon on the Mount, the four gospels, or the Old Testament (which, of course, are all just as important as any other part of the Bible and should be studied because they are the building blocks of what we have today, the gospel of the grace of God).

 

Look at what Peter writes in 2 Peter 3:15–16:

‘And account that the longsuffering of our Lord is salvation; even as our beloved brother Paul also according to the wisdom given unto him hath written unto you; as also in all his epistles, speaking in them of these things (what things? Salvation); in which are some things hard to be understood, which they that are unlearned and unstable wrest, as they do also the other scriptures, unto their own destruction.’

 

Additionally, we must be careful to distinguish between law and grace, Israel and the Body of Christ, the gospel of the kingdom, and the gospel of grace, Peter and Paul, because there is a vast difference between them all. The same God, but how God dealt with mankind from Adam to the apostle Paul changed significantly. And once you can make the distinctions, the Bible just opens up like a fountain, the Bible becomes enjoyable and you will never want to put it down.

 

Rightly dividing the word of God enables us to avoid confusion and misinterpretation of Scripture. It allows us to understand and apply God’s message to us accurately, leading to spiritual growth and maturity. By studying the Bible in its proper context and rightly dividing the word of truth, we can gain a more profound and accurate understanding of God’s plan and purpose for our lives.

 

So let us take heed to Paul’s exhortation and make the effort to accurately handle the word of truth. May we study diligently, seek guidance from the Holy Spirit, and continually grow in our knowledge and understanding of God’s word.

 

 

Your Source of Strength for the Difficult Day Ahead – God’s Word

Your Source of Strength for the Difficult Day Ahead – God’s Word

Finding Strength and Comfort in God’s Word

 

In Psalm 119:114, the psalmist declares, “You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word.” This verse admonishes us that in the midst of difficult times, God’s Word is our source of strength, comfort, and protection. When we feel overwhelmed, alone, or afraid, we can turn to the Bible for guidance and hope. In other words, open your bible and read, and study it. The source of all our strength, comfort, and power is God’s written word.

 

The apostle Paul also writes about the power of God’s Word. In Romans 15:4, he wrote, “For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through the patience and comfort of the Scriptures might have hope.” Just like the psalmist, Paul saw the Scriptures as the believer’s only means of hope and comfort in challenging circumstances.

 

No matter what challenges we face in life, we can take comfort in the fact that God’s Word is always available to us. By reading and meditating on Scripture, we can find the strength and encouragement we need to face the day ahead.

 

So if you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious, take some time to read the Bible and meditate on Psalm 119:114 and Romans 15:4. Remember that God is your hiding place and shield and that you can place your hope in His Word. Allow the Scriptures to bring you the comfort and strength you need to face the day with confidence and peace.

 

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