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Tag: joy

2021-06-22

Who is Your Hero?

What does a hero look like? Lord, be the King of my life. I need a daily hero that will rescue me from myself, conquer the areas of my life that could benefit me as a result and please you.

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2021-06-22

Jesus, the Champion

Jesus is the Champion of all champions…no one comes close! All His titles are eternal…He has always held them, and no one in heaven or on earth has ever taken them away…no one ever will.

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2021-06-17

Seeing Him Who Is Unseen

We must learn to hear the voice of Him who rarely speaks audibly and observe the actions of Him who is otherwise invisible.

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2021-06-17

Believing Before Seeing

In our world where scientific, rationalistic thinking is highly prized, it seems preposterous, even unwise, to state with assurance that one’s entire life on earth - and beyond - is based on the unseen.

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2021-06-16

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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2021-06-10

He Guides Me

Thank you, dear Father, for slowing down my frantic life and leading me to times of refreshment, rest, and nourishment.

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2021-06-07

No Room for Jesus

God wants us to make him a priority, which means making room for Jesus. We can ask the Holy Spirit to help us glorify our Savior above all.

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2021-06-06

A New Prescription

I take medicine daily, too. I might skip a day without any horrid ramifications, but if I skip two or three days, my health may be endangered. The same with my spiritual life.

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2021-06-05

Cease Striving and Know

Be quiet. Wait upon the Lord and compose your soul. Don't let your unbelieving words deplete your spirit;

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2021-06-04

Finding Joy in Difficulties?

I have always been a bit uneasy with James 1:2 where Jesus followers are encouraged

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2021-05-31

Bookend Your Day!

Even before your feet hit the floor in the morning you can begin to set your day up for success. By turning your first thoughts of the day toward the Lord.

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2021-05-29

Walk in the Light

There is only one person who qualifies to be the light of the world. That is Jesus. So how do we follow Him?

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2021-05-28

Be Anxious For Nothing

Most people have so many burdens they simply don't know what to do with more. Our Father in heaven, however, says "Cast all your anxieties on me. You can share all of them with me, because I genuinely care for you."

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2021-05-27

When You Don’t Know What to Pray

Have you ever been so burdened by a problem that you say "I just don't even know what to pray?"

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2021-05-19

Reap in Joy

...go forth with a burdened heart sharing the precious seed of the Word of God, proclaiming that most joyful news ever announced

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2021-05-16

Wise in Your Own Eyes

Let's keep this simple. First, we need to admit that with the complexities and perplexities of life, even the smartest of us is not all that brilliant.

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2021-05-16

Fear God and You Need Fear Nothing Else

“If you fear God you need fear nothing else,” the Bible says. These words were a great comfort to me during a very difficult time when fear threatened to overwhelm me.

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2021-05-14

To Behold the Face of God

Do you truly desire to see God? Christ's words are windows through which the pure in heart behold the Almighty.

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2021-05-10

Rejoice

As you face challenges, ask the Lord to be your joy and peace.

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2021-05-07

He Is Faithful To Lead Us

He will keep in perfect peace those whose eyes are fixed on Him, because you trust in Him (Isaiah 26:3).

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2021-05-06

What is Your Hope Built On?

Lyrics to the hymn “Solid Rock”: My hope is built on nothing less Than Jesus’ blood and righteousness;

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2021-05-03

Keep a Soft Heart

Do you notice how easy it is to get a hard heart? God’s value system is so often in direct contrast to the values of our world.

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2021-05-01

Confident In God’s Promises

What giants are you facing today? Meditate on the greatness or "bigness" of God. How do your problems compare?

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2021-04-28

Receiving God’s Love

One of the most poignant scenes of scripture is when Jesus kneels to wash the feet of his disciples. While it may be tempting to rush past this event, to hear the words of institution or go with Christ to Gethsemane, we would do well to sit and observe the Lord’s humble action. 

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