![]() Good things happen when we wait with Him for His perfect timing. We are eager to accept the instant gratification of high speed everything, but God reminds us to be patient. Waiting is difficult for most of us, especially in our Information Age of the hurry-up-and-wait mentality. “But those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31 On the contrary, He will lift us up with His strength and protect our hearts from further damage. This verse reminds us that God alone is where we must put our trust, and we will not be disappointed. At times we can feel beaten down and neglected by our human companions. Trust is another issue that many women face because of betrayal and because of our innate tendency to share our hearts freely with others. “The Lord is my strength and my shield in him my heart trusts.” Psalms 28:7 The source of my joy is from God and His strength that He gives me. When I get to that point, I recall this verse, which reminds me that I don’t have to feel joy in my heart in order to exhibit it. I struggle with this on a daily basis as a caregiver to two girls with special needs, and sometimes my frustration overwhelms me to despondency. Grief can strike us at any moment for any reason, and we often do not recognize its manifestation until we are deep in sorrow. Do not be grieved, for the joy of the Lord is your strength. Here are nineteen of my favorite quotes from Scripture, all of which have been instrumental in my personal journey toward sanctification. Naturally, the Bible is a treasure trove for such inspiration, and women can be certain that they will glean strength and hope from some of the most beloved of verses (and some lesser known quotes, as well). Women tend to master the art of multitasking, so it’s important that the encouragement we receive on a daily basis be focused and uplifting. Like many women, I am an avid fan of nonfiction, and of that, my favorite are short devotionals that revolve around inspirational Scripture verses.
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