2 Timothy 1:8-12

Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God, who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began, and which now has been manifested through the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel, for which I was appointed a preacher and apostle and teacher, which is why I suffer as I do. But I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that Day what has been entrusted to me.

Easy words to read and hard words to live. When trouble assails and the woes mount, when strength flees and the bones turn to roiled water, does my conviction waver and flag? Guide me, Lord, to maintain that conviction that You are able to guard until that Day and that what was entrusted to me continues to be valid and must be lived.

Today's readings in the Psalms:

Morning: Psalm 35

Mid-day: 119:57-64

Evening: Psalm 110

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