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2020-05-01

The Unchanging Lord

Question: How does God’s unchanging nature give you comfort in difficult times of instability?

2020-04-30

God’s Power on Display

God says to each of us, “I the Lord have spoken, and I will do it.” Lord, show me how big you are. Help me see you for who you really are. Amen.

2020-04-28

Changed by the Spirit

The first step in our journey of exploring the Holy Spirit in our lives is to allow our minds to be transformed and our hope set fully on the grace that redeemed us from an empty way of life.

2020-04-27

Don’t Leave Me

Do you feel a bit lost right now? It’s okay. If Jesus is with you, you are never alone. Call out to the Holy Spirit to comfort you and guide you. He’ll grasp your hand. You can count on it.

2020-04-27

God Surrounds Us

Be careful. Hard hearts never heal. Spongy ones do! Open every pore of your soul to God’s presence. Here’s how. Lay claim to the nearness of God.

2020-04-26

In the Face of Adversity

Paul’s strength did not come from self-confidence but from confidence in God’s power. He stood in Jesus’ righteousness.

2020-04-25

God Listens to Us

“The Lord sees the good people and listens to their prayers” 1 Peter 3:12

2020-04-23

Heart Proofs

Open the eyes of my heart, Lord, so I may know you and hear what you have to say to me. I desire to do what you have called me to do in your strength so that your will would be accomplished in my life. Amen.

2020-04-21

The Doormat

Jesus offers more than a temporary cleansing of our body. His promises to clean us on the inside.

2020-04-21

Satisfaction for the Thirsty Soul

Think about a time you experienced unbearable thirst. You probably would have traded anything for a drink. When you finally got your wish, there was nothing that could have tasted better than that cold, refreshing glass of water.

2020-04-20

Fear’s Antidote

From a very young age, I’ve always battled fear and anxiety. No doubt there are many reasons for this, but perhaps foremost is because my parents divorced when I was young.

2020-04-18

Barely Thriving

Thank you Lord for not abandoning us, but mercifully nurturing us as we learn to grow in Your spirit. Amen.

2020-04-17

Imperfect Perfection

Perfect Jesus, I know I'm not perfect but that I will be when I'm with you in heaven. Thank you for this promise to hold on to.

2020-04-17

A Cry for Help

O God, please hear my cry for relief, as well as the relief of those I love, from agony, burdens, and suffering. Please answer in amazing and miraculous ways so that we may not only be relieved, but so that you may be glorified as well. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

2020-04-14

The Unchanging Creator is For us

Among all the changes in this season, find comfort in this steadfast promise from Christ. “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid” (John 14:27). Turn to Him today.

2020-04-14

Wisdom for Deep Waters

Father God, I ask you to give me wisdom through the Holy Spirit and help me to apply it to my daily life. Help me float in your grace and not drown in the deep waters washing over my life. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

2020-04-07

Wisdom and Revelation

Heavenly Father, Thank you that Your Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Truth. Quiet my heart to hear Your Spirit.

2020-04-07

The Size of Our God

“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” Psalm 56:3 when you have God, you have everything. And when you give others the knowledge of Him, they can have Him too. And when lives around you are transformed, all the stuff you were busy with doesn't seem as important any more.

2020-04-06

Is Anyone Listening?

Father God, I find it hard to listen because of my pride, self-reliance, busyness, and doubt. You truly are the expert on life, and you know me. You know everything about my life. I confess my foolishness when I attempt to fix things on my own. Your wisdom is far superior to my best ideas. I’m listening. Guide me! Amen.

2020-04-03

What to Do In Difficult Times

When you are in a struggle, when dark clouds hover, when disappointment or betrayal meet you unexpectedly, what is the best way to respond? Here are three things to always remember.

2020-04-02

He Is Our Refuge and Strength

But with all the talk of shortages, there is one thing of which we will never run short… We will never run short of God’s love. He is with us. He loves us. He is strengthening us. And he is watching over us.

2020-03-29

The Moments That Sustain Us

When life falls apart, what do you do? All of us face hard circumstances—and some of these are very painful situations that last a long time. Unless we have a purposeful focus, joy can fade and hope may seem unattainable.

2020-03-29

Prayer Changes You

How many times have you asked God to change someone or something around you? Maybe it’s your husband’s bad habits. Or a parent’s abuse. How about a co-worker’s verbal attacks? Perhaps a teacher’s hard heart? Or a global crisis?

2020-03-28

It’s Us He Wants

David knew what is still true today. God doesn’t want our money or the ritual of our religion. He wants us.

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