April 28 - The Wonder of Delight » Reasons for Hope* Jesus

Please help us share God's truths and hope in Christ.

Hope for Today: A Daily Devotion from Reasons for Hope*Jesus

| Hope for Today Archive | Sign Up for Our Resources |

“Delight yourself also in the LORD, and He shall give you the desires of your heart.” Psalm 37:4

If you desire to delight yourself only in the Lord and are more solicitous for the increase of faith, love, and holiness than temporal happiness, and would even part with some earthly good, provided it would enlarge your spiritual welfare, this comes not from nature — but is an infallible mark of grace and regeneration; and the Lord shall give you also the desires of your heart, and even more than you desire.

Nothing can be more foolish than to harbor one or more secret lusts in our hearts, after we have been once awakened. We must certainly suffer for it; our conscience will check us; we cannot enjoy it with half the pleasure as before; our course is hindered, and our peace disturbed. How much more prudent and profitable, then, would it be, to forsake all and follow Christ, who only can satisfy the desires of our heart! Consider this, O my soul; act the wiser part; let your eye be single and cleave to Him alone; while others, seeking to serve two masters, God and mammon, are woefully disappointed at last, avoid this folly and be wholly for Christ. Thus you will be able to taste the crystal streams of His heavenly love. Only the true-hearted are really happy.

How vain are all things here below!
How false, and yet how fair!
Each pleasure has its poison too,
And every sweet a snare!

Devotion by Karl Heinrich von Bogatzky (1690—1774)

Jesus is the Reason this Ministry Exists

We continue to reach people worldwide with the truths of God's Word and the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. Your generosity is both a blessing and encouragement. Our mission is to glorify God by equipping, encouraging, and empowering YOU to understand the Bible and grow in faith. If our online resources have blessed you, please support Reasons for Hope* Jesus. Our ministry outreach has grown significantly and . . .

*** We Need Your Help ***

Please support Reasons for Hope* Jesus with a donation of $5, $10, $20, or more. A donation of any amount is needed and greatly appreciated.

CLICK TO DONATE
to Reasons for Hope*Jesus(a 501c3 Ministry)
Use a Credit Card or PayPal for safe, secure giving.

*******

A Hidden Message in Psalm 23?

Hidden in the six verses of Psalm 23 are 11 names for Jesus. When you subscribe to our newsletter, we’ll send you The Names of God in Psalm 23 PDF that reveals all 11 names and Scripture verses of comfort and hope (link will be sent in your confirmation email).

Subscribe & receive the Hidden Names of God in Psalm 23

Visit our YouTube Channel

A Room with a View of Eternity—The Last Will & Testament of Jesus Christ Take a seat at the Master's table. Learn about the riches He gives to all who are His. This book will bless and encourage you, give you hope, and help you live in the joy of your salvation and the riches of Christ that are yours.