Tag: What the Bible says about perseverance

Bible Verse of the Day – 4-15-22

Galatians 6:9 (NKJV) 9 And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.

Perseverance is a big deal in our walk with God.

It’s not uncommon for each of us to encounter situations from time to time where we just want to throw our hands up in the air and run away from the things that we’re facing.

This is normal for our flesh to react this way.

Even mature, seasoned believers can run into this sometimes.

There is no secret formula that will prevent us from encountering tough situations or circumstances.

We can, however, learn how to handle those situations better from a Biblical perspective.

This requires that we change the way we look at things, shifting from seeing things through the lens of our own desires to what God desires for us.

Hebrews 12:3 (NKJV) 3 For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls.

Jesus forsook His fleshly desires to do what pleased His Father. It’s what He thrived on. And it must become what we thrive on if we also hope to please our Father in heaven.

It won’t always be easy. In fact, it will sometimes be downright hard. But we can rest in knowing that we don’t do this on our own. We do it by the power given to us by the Holy Spirit, who leads and guides us.

And what is the reward for this?

In due season we shall reap if we don’t lose heart.

Amen.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
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Hampstead, NC 28443

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-18-19

Romans 5:3 (NKJV) 3 And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance…

How many of us are tired today, feeling like we cannot do one more thing? Or are we just about ready to throw in the towel and say, “I’m done”?

At times we can all relate to this. But, the most important thing is to remember that, if we don’t give in to our emotions, our tiredness and whatever else is causing us to feel the way we do, we will push through this and come out standing!

It’s those times of affliction, trials, suffering, hardship, tragedy and trauma that produce perseverance, if we don’t give up.

Are we going to let our feelings affect this moment that needs us to get up and press on?

It’s time for us to get serious and know that we are not alone. That we are strong with God’s Spirit in us. That we can and will press on and persevere, even when we feel down.

Don’t let this take us out. It’s not over for us.

God knows what we are dealing with…don’t let the fear of it cripple us.

Deuteronomy 3:22 (NKJV) 22 You must not fear them, for the Lord your God Himself fights for you.’

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 8-25-18

Galatians 6:9 (NKJV) 9 And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.

Life and its challenges can be tiring. It can wear us down and cause us to want to give up sometimes.

We may go through seasons where we feel like we can’t seem to catch up or get ahead, no matter what we do. It happens to all of us from time to time. It’s part of life here on earth. It’s normal.

But, feeling like we want to give up shouldn’t cause us to actually want to give up. That feeling we get is simply our emotions pulling on us. We shouldn’t live based on our emotions, though. Emotions are fleshly. We should live by the Spirit!

Romans 8:13 (NKJV) 13 For if you live according to the flesh you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live.

As we learn to live and walk by the Spirit, we will spend less time being ruled by our emotions. We will also spend less time feeling run down, defeated and hopeless.

Instead, we will accomplish so much more. And God’s word promises us a harvest if we don’t give up!

So, push those fleshly emotions down and let the Spirit lead you, drawing your strength from God. Amen.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-22-18

Romans 5:3-4 (NKJV) 3 And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; 4 and perseverance, character; and character, hope.

Perseverance is a very powerful, but often overlooked word that each and every follower of Christ needs to learn and put into practice.

But what is perseverance? We hear the word, but we might not truly understand its meaning and depth in the context of being a child of God.

Perseverance: 1 – steadfastness in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.

2 – To persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counterinfluences, opposition, or discouragement.

Other common words that are associated with perseverance would be dedication, determination, persistence, grit, steadfastness, tenacity.

But here’s the important thing to remember. Our perseverance isn’t based solely on our own ability to endure, but in our faith in God and the strength that He gives us.

Philippians 4:13 (NKJV) 13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

As we walk through life and draw closer and closer to God, He gives us what we need in order to learn to persevere. And this is how He teaches us to press in and push forward in order to obtain our victory.

1 Corinthians 9:24 (NKJV) 24 Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it.

So, it’s important that we understand that perseverance isn’t even a factor unless we are in need of it. And if we are in need of it, it’s because we are facing a hard situation.

It’s in these situations where we get to see who we really are and where our faith lies.

It can be pretty scary sometimes, because we may not always like who we see when we are face to face with ourselves.

But don’t fret. Don’t be fearful. And don’t run away. There is not a single one of us that is beyond fixing. There is not a single one of us who God can’t take, make new and then train up to walk boldly with Him.

And as He teaches us perseverance, there is nothing that God can’t walk us through and bring us victory in. Amen

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Bible verse of The Day – 1-24-18

Revelation 2:3 (NKJV) 3 and you have persevered and have patience, and have labored for My name’s sake and have not become weary.

Hang in there today. Push through. Put one foot in front of the other and don’t look back. It’s a new day, with a new start, and God is for us! Amen.

We are not laboring in vain when we put God first.

When we obey God’s word, rather than doing what we want, we are setting ourselves aside and our hearts are humbled before Him as we carry on with His plan.

We have given up those things that we once considered to be ours, and placed them in the hands of our King, and we press on to serve our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!

1 Corinthians 15:58 (NKJV) 58 Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.

All your hard work, your sacrifices, and efforts are seen. God knows our hearts. Keep moving forward.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 12-23-14

Revelation 2:3 (NKJV) 3 and you have persevered and have patience, and have labored for My name’s sake and have not become weary.

We want to encourage you today to keep going.

Keep moving forward by doing the right thing, no matter how much pressure or intimidation there is. Stay strong and persevere.

You are a blessing to all those around you, even if they don’t realize it and at times make wise remarks against you.

Let the joy of the Lord be upon you and God’s light shine through you.

Let the Holy Spirit guide your words and your actions, in spite of how you may be treated or how people may look at you.

Mark 16:15 (NKJV) 15 And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.

Do not grow weary. Keep pressing in with love and compassion. Keep praying for the weak, for the suffering, and keep reaching out, speaking God’s truth. God is faithful to turn things around in His timing.

You’re doing a great job!!​

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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