Name: A Donkey’s Wise Words by Revive Our Hearts with Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth
Duration: 26 min 58 s
Description: One of the most unusual prophets in the Bible not only had an audible conversation with a donkey—the donkey also saved his life!

One of the most unusual prophets in the Bible not only had an audible conversation with a donkey—the donkey also saved his life!

A Donkey’s Wise Words

Walking with a suffering friend can be intimidating. Jani Ortlund encourages you: your presence is what’s most important. Supporting a suffering loved one involves clinging to God’s promises, cultivating an empathetic heart, and relying on the Holy Spirit.

Supporting Your Suffering Friend, with Jani Ortlund

If fear is flooding your heart, remember: it doesn’t have to overtake you. Judy Dunagan has learned that God’s promises are a safe dwelling place. She invites you to embrace His peace and protection. Rest in Psalm 91, and find refuge from fear’s raging flood.

Dwell in His Peace and Protection

What’s your first impulse when fears arise? Is it panic? Frustration? Doubt? Judy Dunagan has learned that prayer is a better response. Learn to embrace prayer and praise as antidotes to fear.

Surrender Fear on Your Knees

What discourages you the most? The Bible tells us about a time David was tempted to be discouraged. His home was destroyed by an enemy army and his own men were accusing him. But David knew how to be encouraged in the Lord.

Encourage Yourself in the Lord

Curious what defying discouragement looks like? David, Paul, and American missionary Ann Judson could have been overwhelmed by challenging circumstances, but instead they encouraged themselves in the Lord. If you’re discouraged today, you can do the same.

Examples of Courage

When David’s circumstances were chaotic and confusing, he had a choice to make. You and I have the same decision. Will we inquire of the Lord and delight in His direction, or will we go our own way?

Inquire of the Lord

You can defy discouragement by clinging to your future hope. The Bible reminds you that your present circumstances are momentary and your reward in heaven is eternal. Dive into God’s Word with Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth, and soak up strength to persevere.

Defy Discouragement by Remembering Eternity

Endurance begins with believing God is up to something good. Sometimes our discouraging circumstances feel pointless. But everything God does is filled with meaning. Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth reminds you of God’s promises and purposes in your discouragement.

God’s Promises and Purposes in Your Discouragement

There’s a strong connection between fear and discouragement throughout Scripture. At least ten times, we read “Do not be afraid, do not be discouraged.” Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth unpacks what this connection means for you in your own seasons of discouragement.

Don’t Be Discouraged, Don’t Be Afraid

Is it possible to face discomfort, fear, even the possibility of death, and yet flourish? Dr. Karen Ellis says, yes, and for proof, all you have to do is look at when the Church of Jesus Christ is the healthiest.

A Donkey’s Wise Words

Revive Our Hearts with Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth

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