1-minute devotion for Thursday, 12/18/25
“Therefore be patient, brothers and sisters, until the coming of the Lord. The farmer waits for the precious produce of the soil, being patient about it, until it gets the early and late rains. You too be patient; strengthen your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is near.
” James 5:7-8 NASB
James urges his readers to “stand firm” (lit., “strengthen your hearts”). This expression has the idea of providing solid support, of establishing a person, and thus of enabling one to stand unmoved by trouble. The reason given for standing firm is again that “the Lord’s coming is near.” The day when things will be set right is imminent. This confident expectation will make the faint heart strong. (Expositor’s Bible Commentary)
In His Love, Cindy
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Thank you for sharing this encouraging message today Cindy. It truly confirms what the Lord has been saying to me today. God bless you today sister 🙏
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When I observe all the hate in the world, the antisemitism, the deception, the changes world-wide toward evil – it can be depressing. “Be patient” is an encouraging word from God’s Word! God bless you today, my friend and my brother! 🙏
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James was so knowing, “… being patient about it”!
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Amen! God bless you this morning, dear Mary! 🤗
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Stand firm, especially in the midst of “crazy”
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Amen, Cindy! Let’s stand firm! God bless you, dear friend.♥️🙏♥️
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Amen! Let us stand firm with the full armor of God! God bless you, today, Karla!
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