Comfort Illustrations

337 illustrations evoking comfort

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The Example of Peace - Story

A story related to this content The example of Ruth shows that peace is not about religion but about faith.

Proverbs 3:5-6
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The Beatitudes: Kingdom Values in an Upside-Down World - Story

A story related to this content The Beatitudes present a radical reversal of worldly values. Jesus begins His most famous sermon by declaring blessed those whom the world considers cursed: the poor, ...

Matthew 5:3-12, Luke 6:20-26, 1 Corinthians 1:27
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The Power of Understanding - Story

A story related to this content The example of John shows that understanding is not about perfection but about love.

Matthew 28:19-20
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Lessons from Mercy - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content In periods of reflection, we see how mercy provides clarity to those who love.

John 3:16
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The Power of Patience - Story

A story related to this content In challenges of life, we see how patience provides understanding to those who love.

1 Corinthians 13:4-7
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Living Between the Already and Not Yet - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Christians live in the tension between 'already' and 'not yet.' Christ's kingdom has already been inaugurated through His first coming, death, and resurrection,...

1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Revelation 21:1-5, 2 Peter 3:10-13
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Law and Gospel: God's Two Words - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Luther's greatest insight was distinguishing between Law and Gospel—God's two essential words to humanity. The Law reveals God's perfect standard and exposes ou...

Romans 3:20, Galatians 3:24, Romans 1:16
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The Communion of Saints and the Mystical Body - Story

A story related to this content The Catholic understanding of salvation encompasses not just individual souls but the entire Mystical Body of Christ. Paul's teaching that 'we are all one body in Chri...

1 Corinthians 12:12-27, Hebrews 12:1, Revelation 7:9
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The Communion of Saints and the Mystical Body - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content The Catholic understanding of salvation encompasses not just individual souls but the entire Mystical Body of Christ. Paul's teaching that 'we are all one body ...

1 Corinthians 12:12-27, Hebrews 12:1, Revelation 7:9
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The Sovereignty of God in Salvation - Story

A story related to this content The Reformed tradition magnifies the absolute sovereignty of God in all matters, especially salvation. Before the foundation of the world, God chose those whom He woul...

Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 9:16, John 6:44
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When Peace - Biblical Analogy

A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle Like a star shining in darkness, peace requires receive to see {result}.

Romans 8:28
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The Beatitudes: Kingdom Values in an Upside-Down World - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content The Beatitudes present a radical reversal of worldly values. Jesus begins His most famous sermon by declaring blessed those whom the world considers cursed: the...

Matthew 5:3-12, Luke 6:20-26, 1 Corinthians 1:27
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The Immigrant's Homecoming - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Maria had lived in America for thirty years, building a successful business and raising her family. But every night, she dreamed of her hometown in Colombia—the...

Philippians 3:20, Hebrews 11:13-16, 1 Peter 2:11
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The Example of Goodness - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content In times of testing, we see how goodness provides peace to those who serve.

Galatians 5:22-23
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Lessons from Mercy - Story

A story related to this content In periods of reflection, we see how mercy provides clarity to those who love.

John 3:16
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When Kindness - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of the same concept In times of testing, we see how kindness provides strength to those who love.

Psalm 23:1-6
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The Good Shepherd: Psalm 23 in a Dangerous World - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content Psalm 23 wasn't written by a suburban poet who thought shepherds were romantic figures. David knew shepherding was dangerous work—protecting sheep from wolves, ...

Psalm 23, John 10:11, Ezekiel 34:11-16
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The Parable of the Cell Phone Plan - Story

A story related to this content A man struggled with expensive cell phone bills, carefully monitoring every minute and text to avoid overages. He lived in constant anxiety, always checking his usage,...

Ephesians 2:8-9, John 1:12, Romans 6:23
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The Sovereignty of God in Salvation - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content The Reformed tradition magnifies the absolute sovereignty of God in all matters, especially salvation. Before the foundation of the world, God chose those whom ...

Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 9:16, John 6:44
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The Power of Mercy - Quote

This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In times of celebration, we see how mercy provides peace to those who love. Supporting quote: "[Relevant quote that supports this principle]"

Joshua 1:9
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Lessons from Peace - Story

A story that demonstrates the same truth Just as a anchor holding steady, peace teaches us that patience leads to blessing.

Galatians 5:22-23
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A Story of Righteousness - Contemporary Example

A contemporary example of this content The example of Rachel shows that righteousness is not about perfection but about grace.

Philippians 4:13
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The Broken Bridge Builder - Story

A story related to this content An old stone bridge had served the community for decades until a devastating flood washed away its center section. Engineers said it couldn't be repaired—the damage wa...

2 Corinthians 1:3-4, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Romans 8:28
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When Mercy - Story

A story related to this content Like a foundation supporting a building, mercy requires seek to see {result}.

2 Timothy 1:7
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