Israel's first king, Saul, looked like he was born for the role. He was tall, handsome, intelligent, and sensitive to God's leading. But he eventually lost most of his attractive qualities, the most important being obedience.
Deep, contended joy comes from a place of complete security and confidence [in God] - even in the midst of trial.
If you allow it, [suffering] can be the means by which God brings you His greatest blessings.
The devil, darkness, and death may swagger and boast, the pangs of life will sting for a while longer, but don't worry; the forces of evil are breathing their last. Not to worry...He's risen!
Elizabeth's barreness and advanced age--a double symbol of hopelessness--became the means by which God would announce to the world that nothing is impossible for Him.
To require God to prove that He is able and willing to fulfill His promises would be proof positive that one does not trust Him.
