That’s a hard one. I don’t think I can pick any one specific verse.
- “Therefore, as it is written: ‘Let him who boasts boast in the Lord.’” ~ 1 Corinthians 1:31 ••• I struggle with pride, so this is always a good reminder that Christ is the only one worthy of praise, and that I’m only who I am because of Him.
- “But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” ~ Matthew 6:33 ••• How reassuring is that? If we follow Jesus, God will give us everything we need!
- “Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” ~ 1 Corinthians 15:58 ••• Something about the first two sentences just makes this verse ring with authority, and that authority stretches over to the rest of the verse. How can we refuse to obey?
- “Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Do not put out the Spirit’s fire.” ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:16-19 ••• Four simple commands can make all the difference in the world. My favorite in this passage is verse 17: “pray continually.” Love it!
- “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.” ~ Galatians 2:20 ••• I would sum this up using MercyMe’s song So Long Self. I am being renewed every day, conformed to the image of Christ.
- “He must become greater; I must become less.” ~ John 3:30 ••• This ties in with Galatians 2:20.
- I would have to say that it’s a tie for my favorite verse, between John 3:30 and John 16:33: “I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” I’m blown away by the authority and power in those words. I’m so glad to have an all-powerful, conquering Savior!
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