Elkojessejames's Highlights
Elkojessejames
highlighted 1 Timothy 1:15 NLT
This is a trustworthy saying, and everyone should accept it: “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners”—and I am the worst of them all.
Oct 16
Elkojessejames
highlighted 1 Timothy 1:14 NLT
Oh, how generous and gracious our Lord was! He filled me with the faith and love that come from Christ Jesus.
Oct 16
Elkojessejames
highlighted 1 Timothy 1:11 NLT
that comes from the glorious Good News entrusted to me by our blessed God.
Oct 16
Elkojessejames
highlighted 1 Timothy 1:10 NLT
The law is for people who are sexually immoral, or who practice homosexuality, or are slave traders, liars, promise breakers, or who do anything else that contradicts the wholesome teaching
Oct 16
Elkojessejames
highlighted 1 Timothy 1:9 NLT
For the law was not intended for people who do what is right. It is for people who are lawless and rebellious, who are ungodly and sinful, who consider nothing sacred and defile what is holy, who kill their father or mother or commit other murders.
Oct 16
Elkojessejames
highlighted 1 Timothy 1:5 NLT
The purpose of my instruction is that all believers would be filled with love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and genuine faith.
Oct 16
Elkojessejames
highlighted 1 Timothy 1:4 NLT
Don’t let them waste their time in endless discussion of myths and spiritual pedigrees. These things only lead to meaningless speculations, which don’t help people live a life of faith in God.
Oct 16
Elkojessejames
highlighted Jeremiah 29:11 NLT
For I know the plans I have for you,” says the LORD. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.
Oct 16
Elkojessejames
highlighted Jeremiah 29:6 NLT
Marry and have children. Then find spouses for them so that you may have many grandchildren. Multiply! Do not dwindle away!
Oct 16
Elkojessejames
highlighted Proverbs 24:10 NLT
If you fail under pressure, your strength is too small.
Sep 29
Elkojessejames
highlighted Proverbs 24:9 NLT
The schemes of a fool are sinful; everyone detests a mocker.
Sep 29
Elkojessejames
highlighted Psalms 71:20 NLT
You have allowed me to suffer much hardship, but you will restore me to life again and lift me up from the depths of the earth.
Sep 29
Elkojessejames
highlighted Psalms 71:18 NLT
Now that I am old and gray, do not abandon me, O God. Let me proclaim your power to this new generation, your mighty miracles to all who come after me.
Sep 29
Elkojessejames
highlighted Psalms 71:13 NLT
Bring disgrace and destruction on my accusers. Humiliate and shame those who want to harm me.
Sep 29
Elkojessejames
highlighted Psalms 71:6 NLT
Yes, you have been with me from birth; from my mother’s womb you have cared for me. No wonder I am always praising you!
Sep 29
Elkojessejames
highlighted Psalms 71:4 NLT
My God, rescue me from the power of the wicked, from the clutches of cruel oppressors.
Sep 29
Elkojessejames
highlighted Psalms 71:1 NLT
O LORD, I have come to you for protection; don’t let me be disgraced.
Sep 29
Elkojessejames
highlighted Psalms 71:2 NLT
Save me and rescue me, for you do what is right. Turn your ear to listen to me, and set me free.
Sep 29
Elkojessejames
highlighted Philippians 1:24 NLT
But for your sakes, it is better that I continue to live.
Sep 29
Elkojessejames
highlighted Philippians 1:23 NLT
I’m torn between two desires: I long to go and be with Christ, which would be far better for me.
Sep 29