How the Old Testament Deepens Faith A beloved hymn has given us words to cling to in the hardest seasons of life: Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth,Thine own dear presence to cheer and to guide,Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow,Blessings all mine, with ten thousand...

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.(Psalms 46:1) Many of us know how it feels to be discouraged. We have experienced that feeling of disappointment, disheartenment, loss of hope, and lack of confidence. At times discouragement is so severe that we feel like we’re drowning....