Can the dead haunt houses? It’s in the Bible, Job 7:9-10, NKJV. “As the cloud disappears and vanishes away, so he who goes down to the grave does not come up. He shall never return to his house, nor shall his place know him anymore.” If people die with unfinished business to care for, do they become ghosts and haunt the places and people they knew in life? It’s in the Bible, Psalm 146:4, ESV. “When his breath departs, he returns to the earth; on that very day his plans perish.” Can the dead talk with the living? “For the living know that they will die; but the dead know nothing, and they have no more reward, for the memory of them is forgotten. Also their love, their hatred, and their envy have now perished; nevermore will they have a share in anything done under the sun” (Ecclesiastes 9:5-6, NKJV.) What does the Bible say about communicating with “familiar spirits”, or ghosts? It’s in the Bible, Isaiah 8:19, NASB. “And when they say to you, ‘Consult the mediums and the spiritists who whisper and mutter.’ Should not a people consult their God? Should they consult the dead on behalf of the living?” In verse 20 of the King James Version the Bible goes on to say, “To the law and to the testimony, if they speak not according to this word, it is because there is no light in them.” What does the Bible say about those who communicate with familiar spirits? It’s in the Bible, Leviticus 19:31, NKJV. “Give no regard to mediums and familiar spirits; do not seek after them, to be defiled by them: I am the LORD your God.”
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Jeremiah 16:17 I see everything that they do. They can’t hide anything from me. Their wickedness can’t be hidden; I can see it. Job 10:14 If I sin, you watch me and will not free me from my guilt. Jeremiah 2:22 Even if you wash with detergent and use a lot of soap, I would still see the stains from your wickedness,” declares the Almighty LORD. Hosea 7:2 They don’t realize that I remember all the evil things they’ve done. Now their sins surround them. Their sins are in my presence. Psalm 69:5 O God, you know my stupidity, and the things of which I am guilty are not hidden from you. Galatians 6:7 “Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.” → A sobering reminder that our choices have consequences.
BEFORE YOU COMMIT YOUR FAVORITE SINS AGAIN THINK ABOUT THIS WORD THAT GOD SENT US TODAY. HE IS WATCHING YOU.
THE WORD OF GOD DON’T HAVE TO BE LENGTHY TO BE POWERFUL
Romans 12:21 Don’t let evil conquer you, but conquer evil with good. 1 Thessalonians 5:22 Keep away from every kind of evil. Romans 12:9 Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.
ALLOW THIS WORD FROM GOD TO BE A GUIDE UNTO YOUR LIFE. THINK ABOUT IT.
Here are some powerful Bible verses that offer encouragement, especially when you’re seeking strength, hope, or reassurance: Strength in God – Isaiah 41:10 – “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God…” – Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” – 2 Corinthians 12:9 – “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Comfort in Trials – Psalm 34:18 – “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – 2 Corinthians 1:3–4 – “…the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles…” – John 16:33 – “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” Hope and Assurance – Romans 15:13 – “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him…” – Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you… plans to give you hope and a future.” – Psalm 121:1–2 – “I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord…” Encouragement from Others – 1 Thessalonians 5:11 – “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up…” – Hebrews 10:24–25 – “…encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” – Romans 15:5 – “May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other…”
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God as Our Refuge – Psalm 91:2 – “I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’” – Proverbs 18:10 – “The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” – Psalm 46:1 – “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” Security in God’s Love – Romans 8:38–39 – “Nothing… will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” – Jeremiah 31:3 – “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.” Protection Through Trials – Isaiah 43:2 – “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you… the flames will not set you ablaze.” – Psalm 121:7–8 – “The Lord will keep you from all harm… both now and forevermore.” Strength in Weakness – 2 Corinthians 12:9 – “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” – Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” Assurance of Salvation – John 10:28 – “I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand.” – Ephesians 2:8–9 – “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith… it is the gift of God.”
OUR SECURITY IS IN GOD. WE CAN DEPEND ON GOD. DID YOU FIND THIS QUICK REFRESHER TO BE HELPFUL?
Romans 8:38–39 For I am persuaded that not even death or life, angels or rulers, things present or things to come, hostile powers, height or depth, or any other created thing will have the power to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord! Paul was a passionate follower of Christ who encouraged and taught believers. He was a discipler and kept strong ties to many early churches in order to help foster them in the truth. His writings grew out of this missionary/pastoral work. He desired to share the truth with those that were being pulled away. In this chapter, Paul is focused on the new life that a believer has in Christ Jesus and the relation of the Holy Spirit to this new life. The tense that Paul uses indicates that it is a past action that has an ongoing impact. He was persuaded by God, and still has full assurance that what God told him is true. Paul is telling the church that once a person receives salvation from Christ there is nothing that can take that away from them. They do not need to fear, or hide their salvation, because there is nothing that can ever threaten it. Have you ever thought you finally did the one thing that was bad enough that God will not forgive you? There is no such thing. There is nothing you can do; there is nothing someone else can do; there is nothing that the world, or the devil, or anything else in all of creation can do to separate you from the love that God has given you. John 6:47 I can guarantee this truth: Every believer has eternal life.
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1 John 1:9 God is faithful and reliable. If we confess our sins, he forgives them and cleanses us from everything we’ve done wrong. Psalm 119:90 Your faithfulness endures throughout every generation. You set the earth in place, and it continues to stand. Hebrews 10:23 We must continue to hold firmly to our declaration of faith. The one who made the promise is faithful. 1 Corinthians 1:9 “God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of His Son.”
OUR GOD IS FAITHFUL, IF GOD SAID IT WE CAN BELEIVE IT.
Deuteronomy 7:9–12 Keep in mind that the LORD your God is ⸤the only⸥ God. He is a faithful God, who keeps his promise and is merciful to thousands of generations of those who love him and obey his commands. But he sends destruction to pay back everyone who hates him. He never takes long to pay back anyone who hates him. So obey the commands, laws, and rules I’m giving you today. If you listen to these rules and faithfully obey them, the LORD your God will keep his promise to you and be merciful to you, as he swore to your ancestors.
CHECK YOURSELF, HOW ARE YOU LIVING? DO YOU LOVE GOD?
– Romans 6:23 – “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.” Sin leads to separation from God, but redemption is always offered through grace. – Galatians 6:7 – “You will always harvest what you plant.” This principle of sowing and reaping underscores divine justice. – Hebrews 12:6 – “For the Lord disciplines those he loves, and he punishes each one he accepts as his child.” God’s discipline is a sign of His love, much like a parent guiding a child. – Proverbs 3:11–12 – “Do not reject the Lord’s discipline… for the Lord corrects those he loves.” Correction is meant to shape character, not crush it. – Jeremiah 17:10 – “I give all people their due rewards, according to what their actions deserve.” God sees both actions and motives, ensuring fairness. – 1 Corinthians 10:11 – Past punishments serve as lessons for future generations. Scripture uses historical judgments to caution believers. – 2 Peter 2:6 – Sodom and Gomorrah were condemned as a warning to the ungodly. – Psalm 103:10 – “He does not punish us for all our sins.” Even when punishment is deserved, God often tempers it with mercy. – Isaiah 30:18 – God waits patiently for repentance, showing compassion before judgment.
ALLOW THESE VERSES TO BE A GUIDE UNTO YOUR LIFE. I HOPE YOU ENJOYED THIS QUICK REFRESHER.
The first principle of problem solving is to get the facts. Proverbs 18:13, TLB. “What a shame—yes, how stupid!—to decide before knowing the facts!” The second principle of solving problems is to be open to new ideas. Proverbs 18:15, TLB. “The intelligent man is always open to new ideas. In fact, he looks for them.” The third principle of problem solving is to hear both sides of the story. Proverbs 18:17, TLB. “Any story sounds true until someone tells the other side and sets the record straight.” How does God want us to respond to problems? Realize that problems are inevitable and grow as a result of them. James 1:2-4, NIV. “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”
Strength in God
Comfort in Trials
Hope and Assurance
Encouragement from Others
