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Tag: encourage

2020-08-08

Are You Choosing Chaos?

Why do we allow ourselves to live in confusion and even chaos when we can be equipped by the Holy Spirit of God. Do we miss the wisdom and revelation we can have from God because we drown out that quiet voice of the Spirit by our busy lives?

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2020-07-27

Gathered Together

Most of us have probably spent that last couple of months during this pandemic sitting in front of our computers, tablets, or phones streaming a live sermon instead of attending church in person. Some might be tired of this way of church. Others might enjoy it.

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2020-07-27

Care-Givers

Will you join me in thanking God for the "care-givers" in our churches who continually find ways to reach out to their flock and will not let the Word be silenced? Lord, I am grateful for our amazing shepherds who have found such unique ways of caring for and feeding your flock.

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2020-07-16

Keep Forgiving

Freedom of Forgiveness | by Katherine Kehler The church is full of sinners. Some sins are well known and others are hidden, but God knows the hearts of each one of us, Have You Forgiven Yourself | by Katherine Kehler God Forgave our Sins, Past, Present and Future | by Katherine Kehler

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2020-07-15

Heart Directions

When think back to the cross. The words, the agony, and yet above all, the love. “Father forgive them for they don’t know what they are doing” (Luke 23:24).

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2020-07-11

Transform me by Your Spirit

The role of the Holy Spirit is to transform us to become more like Jesus, to be filled with the fresh dynamic of His power, willing to undergo the changes He may ask.

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2020-07-08

He Walks with Me

I am so thankful for this relationship I have with the Lord. For years He has cultivated a close walk with me that transcends everything else in this world.

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2020-07-06

Intimate Christ

Live a life of love just as Christ loved us.” Ephesians 5:2 Long to be more loving? Begin by accepting your place as a dearly loved child. “You are God’s children whom He loves, so try to be like Him. Live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself for us.” (Ephesians 5:1-2)

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2020-07-01

As Yourself

Lord Jesus, you know I am not good at loving my neighbor even in the best of times. Thank you for showing me that I can do so powerfully by lifting each one up to your Throne of Grace. May I be faithful in doing this each day. Now, and after this pandemic subsides. Thank you. Amen.

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2020-06-27

Let God Change the Way You Think

Romans 12:2 says, “Let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think.”  You are God’s child, His creation.  You’ll get through this — you’re a part of His family.

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2020-06-26

Ambient Stress

The words caught my attention. Ambient Stress. Stress that swirls around with no place to go for conclusion. Uncertainty with no certainty in sight.

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2020-06-24

Prayer as Service

What went through your mind when you first realized the pandemic was a legitimate concern? Was it fear? Anxiety? Courage? Strength? Perhaps you even wanted to help out.

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2020-06-24

God, We’re Desperate for You

“Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.” Psalms 4:1 (NASB) Lord, we’re desperate for you.  We’re bunched up in confusion, moving by impulse and fear,

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2020-06-22

Let’s Start a New Epidemic

If we were all to put ourselves in the shoes of those working extra shifts, missing their loved one’s last moments, or dealing with domestic abuse because of stay at home orders, what would be the response?

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2020-06-17

Don’t Go It Alone

Even if we cannot attend church, we can still call each other, text each other, email each other, or Skype or Facetime with each other. Frequently check on your friends, families, and the elderly. 

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2020-06-17

Confidence in the Lord

Clearly the confidence the Psalmist expressed was confidence in God. He did not say, "I have grace enough to perfect that which concerneth me. My faith is so steady that it will not stagger." No, his dependence was on the Lord alone.

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2020-06-11

Rest in God’s Love

Is there a place of certainty where we can find rest? “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.”  2 Corinthians 12:9 (NLT)

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2020-06-08

Grasp His Love for You

“I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through

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2020-06-05

The Least of These

Jesus tells us to care for the marginalized rather than the rich, beautiful, and influential.

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2020-06-05

Light of the World

Prayer, O Holy God, please strengthen me so that with undaunted courage and with the compassion of Jesus I might display your light to the lost world around me. In the name of Jesus, the Light of the world, I pray. Amen

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2020-06-03

Truth Be Told

Self-destruction is a dangerous course to plot. Yet, out of brokenness, I did exactly that.

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2020-06-01

God is Able

Prayer: Father God, You alone know how shaky I feel on the inside. I ask You today to strengthen my faith. Help me to focus on You, my God who is able.

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2020-05-31

Emulating Jesus

Has the recent health crisis changed your perception of what is important on this side of eternity? We now live in a world where social distancing and potential self-isolation define our new normal.

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2020-05-25

Hanging on By a Thread

"So be content with who you are, and don’t put on airs. God’s strong hand is on you; he’ll promote you at the right time. Live carefree before God;

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