The number 40 appears in the Bible over 150 times between the Old and the New Testaments.
It is often associated with periods of testing, trial, and preparation, but can also represent new life, new growth, and transformation, or even symbolize the completion of God’s purpose.
God said it would rain for 40 days and 40 nights, Goliath taunted the Israelites for 40 days.
Moses prepared for 40 years, and Israel wandered in the wilderness for 40 years.
Jesus was tempted in the desert for 40 days and 40 nights, and there were 40 days between Jesus’ resurrection and ascension.
This year, 40 has a different significance for me, it has been 40 years since my dad passed away.
I chose this verse today because I hope that my dad sees that he raised a godly daughter, and I hope that he is proud of me.
I would assume that fathers, like mothers, strive to raise their children to be good and productive members of society.
We are told in the Bible that God finds great pleasure in His children, especially those who follow His word.
I wasn’t the best or the easiest kid to raise, but I think that both my dad and my heavenly Father are happy with what I have done with my life in the last 40 years.
I miss my dad, and I hope to see him again someday.
Daily Inspiration from the Bible
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