Psalm 27:14 (NLT) — 14 Wait patiently for the Lord. 

Be brave and courageous. 

Yes, wait patiently for the Lord.

Psalm 37:7 (NRSV) — 7a Be still before the Lord, and wait patiently for him; do not fret ... ...

Psalm 37:7 (NLT) — 7 Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act. 

Don’t worry ... ...

Romans 12:12 (NRSV) — 12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer.

Romans 12:12 (NLT) — 12 Rejoice in our confident hope. 

Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying.

Joshua 1:9 (NRSV) — 9 I hereby command you: Be strong and courageous; 

do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

Joshua 1:9 (The Message) — 9 Haven’t I commanded you? Strength! Courage! 

Don’t be timid; don’t get discouraged. 

God, your God, is with you every step you take.”

This message two days in succession? Yes!

There is something here we need to hear and heed more astutely.

Search for what it is God's Word is urging you to note.

May you be richly blessed in this time of reflection.

Amen.