Strength and Inspiration from Scripture

Grandma lived with me for about two months give or take, after her stroke in 2012. We made a lot of good memories. Mostly I just enjoyed her company. I tried to read with her just about every day from a Max Lucado book. Sometimes Grandma would get discouraged in her recovery process. It was completely reasonable. Who wouldn't? On one particular evening, she became very down, my husband and I prayed with her. We tried to encourage her as she had always been an encourager. I figured this time it was my turn. A verse that came to mind that night was, Romans 8:28.

"And we know that in all things, God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."

We talked about that verse and how God was going to bring something good out of this difficult time. He already was. We were so lucky to have that time together. My kids got to know her a little better. They have some pretty funny memories from that time. The next day when Grandma and I sat down to read from our Max Lucado book, that was the verse for the message of that chapter.

I told you yesterday I would share verses from her index card spiral with you.Here are a few verses that Grandma and I chose for it. The purpose of the spiral was to help encourage her and strengthen her, when she felt down. Yes, we also included Romans 8:28.

The Lord said..."Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; Do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go."  Joshua 1:1,9

"They cried out to the LORD in their troubles, and He save them out of their distress."  Psalm 107:9

"You are my hiding place; You shall preserve me from trouble; You shall surround me with Songs of deliverance."  Psalm 32:7

"I know whom I have believed, and am convinced, He is able to guard what I have entrusted to him for that day."  2Timothy 1:12

"You are the apple of His eye." Zechariah 2:8

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight."  Proverbs 3:5-6

"But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like Eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint."  Isaiah 40:31