Thoughts By Men

2021-02-02

Is Peace Possible in Hard Times?

Jesus promised peace for those who trust in Him, and He delivers on His promises. Our part is to take one day at a time and believe that He will carry us through. Our

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2021-02-01

Our One and Only Guide

“A man’s steps are directed by the LORD. How then can anyone understand his own way?”  Proverbs 20:24

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2021-01-31

When I Call to You

I believe three things are important: 1) honesty in our prayer life with God, 2) confidence that God hears and cares even when our prayers sizzle with pain and frustration, and 3) genuine praise for God included in our prayers even when things seem bleak.

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2021-01-30

My Hope is in Him

“But now, Lord, what do I look for? My hope is in You.” Psalm 39:7

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2021-01-29

Know Where to Look

Because David knew where to look (Jesus) he was able to say, “I will fear no evil.”

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2021-01-28

So He May Forgive Us

You and I have a way by which we can be absolutely certain of God's forgiveness.

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2021-01-27

God’s Provision in Storms

Jesus is sovereign over all storms. He’s the one who forms them, determines their intensity, guides us through them, and brings them to an end in His perfect time.

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2021-01-26

Reveal Your Wisdom

Prayer Holy Father, give me wisdom in the way I use my speech. May it be a blessing to others and a source of praise to you. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen

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2021-01-25

Give Your Fears to Your Father

God did not take the cross away from Jesus, but he did take away the fear. 

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2021-01-24

Let All Take Refuge

Take Refuge: But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Psalm 5:11

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2021-01-23

The Source of Peace

Serenity is a direct result of a relationship with Jesus Christ. No outside situation can tamper with that connection—we partake of Jesus’ abundant life through His Holy Spirit.

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2021-01-21

A Far Greater Gift

“I am with you always, to the very end of the age” (Matthew 28:20). We need that reminder. We all need that reminder, for all of us need hope

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2021-01-20

God’s Deep Love for You

“For God so loved the world that he gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16

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2021-01-19

Sometimes the Lord Sends an Adversary

When we recognize that all of God’s Providence is filtered through love, we know how to accept and face the adversary which He sends. 

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2021-01-18

God’s Time

If there is anything we don't like to do, it's wait. Maybe that is why God is so interested in us learning to do it!

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2021-01-17

God Works Things Out for Our Good

“And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28

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2021-01-14

Jesus, Friend of Sinner

Jesus looks past his obvious sin and, instead, sees a man who desperately needed to hear the gospel and one who would respond with tremendous remorse when confronted with the truth of his lifestyle.

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2021-01-12

Imperfect Me

When we find ourselves short-tempered with those around us, Jesus wants us to look back at all the times he has been patient with us.

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2021-01-07

Speaking Without Words

We can speak—With the eyes of understanding; With the ears of alertness; With the smile of delight; With the tone of kindness; With the spirit of compassion; ...

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2021-01-05

God Works for the Good

You and I are enabled to calmly meet each trial as it comes. Christians can, in the spirit of true surrender, pray, "Send me what you will, my God, so long as it comes from You."

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2021-01-03

Living, Listening, Loving and Laughing

My resolutions for this year are quite simple: Live, Listen, Love, Laugh. I want to ‘live’ more for the Lord, I want to ‘listen’ more to the Lord, I want to ‘love’ more in the Lord and to ‘laugh’ in the freedom of the Lord.

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2020-12-28

The Secret of Being Content

Paul focused on eternal life, the love of God, and the forgiveness of sins. What he had in Christ was far greater than what he didn’t have in life!

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2020-12-27

Being in God’s Thoughts

In all our wanderings the watchful glance of the Eternal Watcher is always fixed on us, and we never roam beyond the Shepherd’s eye.

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2020-12-26

God, the One and Only

Jesus is God's greatest message. He not only proclaims and declares God's love, mercy, and grace, he has made it known. Only Jesus can display God to us fully, for he is one with the Father.

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