So we don’t look at the troubles

we can see now;

rather, 

we fix our gaze on things

that cannot be seen.

For the things we see now

will soon be gone, 

but the things we cannot see

will last forever.

2 Corinthians 4:18

For God so loved the world

that he gave his one and only Son,

that whoever believes in him

shall not perish

but have eternal life.

John 3:16

For a child is born to us,

a son is given to us.

The government will rest on his shoulders.

And he will be called:

Wonderful Counselor,

Mighty God,

Everlasting Father,

Prince of Peace.

Isaiah 9:6

(Gayla Mize Azalea Gardens)

Blessed be the name of the LORD

now and forever.

Everywhere—from east to west—

praise the name of the LORD.

For the LORD is high above the nations;

his glory is higher than the heavens.

Psalm 113:3-4

Praise the LORD!

I will thank the LORD with all my heart

as I meet with his godly people.

How amazing are the deeds of the LORD!

All who delight in him should ponder them.

Psalm 111:1-2

The LORD said to my Lord,

“Sit in the place of honor at my right hand

until I humble your enemies,

making them a footstool under your feet.”

Psalm 110:1

“LORD, help!“

they cried in their trouble,

and he saved them from their distress.

He calmed the storm to a whisper

and stilled the waves.

What a blessing was that stillness

as he brought them safely into harbor!

Psalm 107:28-30

(Galveston, TX)

Give thanks to the LORD,

for he is good!

His faithful love endures forever.

Has the LORD redeemed you?

Then speak out!

Psalm 107:1-2

You will keep in perfect peace

all who trust in you,

all whose thoughts are fixed on you!

Trust in the LORD always,

for the LORD God is the

eternal Rock.

Isaiah 26:3-4

Give thanks to the LORD and proclaim his greatness.

Let the whole world know what he has done.

Sing to him;

yes,

sing his praises.

Tell everyone about his wonderful deeds.

Exult in his holy name;

rejoice,

 you who worship the LORD.

Psalm 105:1-3

(Galveston, TX)