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Thoughts By Bethany Hayes

March 26, 2022

Why We’re Told Not to Fear

There is much in the world that tempts us to fear. Fear is typical in a world like ours. But we’re told 365 times in Scripture to “Fear Not!”

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March 18, 2022

An Alternative to Counting Gifts

Don't miss out on the joy of offering the "sacrifice of praise to God continually."

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February 15, 2022

Is God Smiling at Me?

The message of the Cross is this: "God is for us." (Romans 8:31) Relax beneath the smiling face of God.

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January 9, 2022

More Valuable

We are of more value to God than many of the creatures. “How much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him” (Matthew 6:11).

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December 21, 2021

Step in and Stay

You know what it’s like to ride with someone who knows all the back roads. The “easy” roads. The “secret” way to get places. But you also know the truth. It’s not really “secret.” It’s just not commonly used.

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November 24, 2021

Forgiveness Frees

Suddenly, Jesus looked at the woman. Still speaking to Simon, He pointed to the love this forgiven sinner had been showing Him, in contrast to what Simon had failed to do. Simon gave Him no water to wash His feet.  This woman had used her tears. Simon gave Him no towel.  But she used her hair....

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August 23, 2021

We will not Fear

Prayer: Father, Thank You for being our refuge and strength. Thank You for Your abiding presence. Grant us the faith to trust You with our uncertainties. Grant us the faith that swallows fear, for Your Name's sake. Amen.

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July 28, 2021

When God Asks ‘Why’

“Trust in Him at all times, you people; Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us.” (Psalm 62:8)

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July 21, 2021

100%

Is forgiveness through Christ final? Yes. 100%! Father, Thank You for this amazing truth. May we never dishonor You by accepting our standing cheaply.

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June 16, 2021

Distracted by Stillness

“Be still, and know that I am God.”  Psalm 46:10a One morning my heart felt like a lingering storm.  Numerous needs “my own and others” were crashing in on me like an unexpected whirlwind.

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