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We all like to be treated like someone special. I guess it’s a natural human trait.
Father God, today I ask You to forgive me for the places in my heart where I have allowed Your peace to be pushed aside by my own self issues.
Even Though. Take His hand, even though it means letting go of what you are holding on to. Follow His path, even though you see a valley ahead.
You shouldn't struggle on your own because, like a sheep, most likely it will be beyond your capability to get right again no matter how hard you try. Press the call button and seek…
When touched by the finger of God, a tender heart yields to the pressure and assumes the form He desires, much like a lump of clay that allows the potter to determine the shape…
Thought: Write down an area of your life where you wish you had more boldness. Pray for fresh empowerment by the Holy Spirit so you may walk in confidence.
“If you love me, you will keep my commandments” (John 14:15).
God chooses to know us and be actively involved in the trials and triumphs of each day with us. How will today, or tomorrow, be different because you are aware of his presence and…
Temptations start small. Yielding to them may seem inconsequential, but once we give in, that sin gains strength in our life and our ability to resist grows weaker. It may seem as if there’s…
“. . . whoever believes in Him shall not perish . . .” (John 3:16) Request grace with your dying breath, and God hears your prayer. Whoever means “whenever.”
Being under His wings means being close to His heart—you are not only sheltered, you are loved; you are not only secure, you are cared for; you are not only covered, you are reassured.
“Gather the pieces that are left over. Let nothing be wasted” (John 6:12).With Christ as my mold, the pieces of my life have been transformed into something new.
It may be that you are unsaved. What is the reason? Do you think Jesus’ singular path of salvation is unclear?
It is easy to get caught up in who's right instead of what's right. God will give us opportunities to choose what's right versus who's right, as He continues to mold us to be…
Here are six practical ways to bear someone else's burden. There are hurting people everywhere, but at times, we just don't know what to say or do to ease their pain.
When life falls apart, what do you do? All of us face face hard circumstances—and some of these are very painful situations that last a long time. Unless we have a purposeful focus, joy…
Spirituality is a popular subject these days. True spirituality moves you toward knowledge of Jesus as the Influencer of your heart.
What about you? Are you trusting in your own ability to please God? Is your hope for heaven based on your goodness outweighing your badness? Do you believe God will let you into heaven…
He stooped. Low enough to sleep in a manger, work in a carpentry shop, sleep in a fishing boat. And then he stood. Up from the slab of death.
If you carry wounds within your soul that keep love at bay in your life, talk to a mentor who will pray with you. Jesus can bring healing, hope and a fresh display of…
How do you view God? Is he someone looking for a way to condemn you? Is he an out-of-touch old man?
Jesus said "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these" Luke 18:16
Two hikers, bone weary from trudging toward the peak of a majestic mountain, pause when one says, “I think we’re on the wrong path; we’ve stopped making progress. Maybe it’s time to turn back.”