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Tag: refuge

2020-06-27

You are the Beloved

Hear and receive God’s Word in John 17:23 (NLT). “I in them and you in

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2020-06-26

The Flip Side of Worry

The next time you feel worry creeping into your mind, chase it away by: 1) Remembering God’s promises. 2) Turning our worries into meditation on His word and prayer.

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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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2020-06-17

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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2020-06-11

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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2020-06-03

Truth Be Told

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

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2020-05-30

5 Verses for When You Need Strength

When we rely only on our own strength and what we have to give, we quickly become worn out and discouraged. But when we turn to God for His strength and replenishment, we are able to keep moving forward.

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2020-05-30

Absolute Dependence

As you depend on Him He supplies your needs by sending down the Holy Spirit. Jesus wants you to be dependent as you serve Him.  Day by day, hour by hour, in everything you do, simply abide before Him. 

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2020-05-25

Dealing with Fear

In a world that has many uncertainties the words from Psalm 147 can bring comfort. God is big enough to comfort His child in the midst of all possible fears!

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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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2020-05-23

God Can Speak into the Chaos of Your Life

God spoke the world into existence, and He spoke you into your mother’s womb. Even now, He can speak into the chaos of your life to bring it shape and form (Psalm 51:10 MSG).

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2020-05-22

He Knows Pain

One of my close friends suffers from chronic headaches. She lives with pain. It is something I am, thankfully, rather unfamiliar with. Her suffering, however, has introduced me to the huge realm of those who suffer from severe pain.

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2020-05-06

Calming the Waters

We all go through storms in our lives. Some are fierce and we feel like we are about to sink. We look for places to run and hide and avoid the storms, but they follow us everywhere we go. We can’t escape.

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2020-05-05

Three Things to Believe Today

You cannot know what Jesus has said without knowing the Scriptures. His words are there for you to hear, to believe, to receive, and to obey. His words are true words, good words, living words, whole words, righteous words.

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2020-05-02

Knots in the Sail

The book of Acts shows that, when believers are filled with the Spirit, they’re anything but stationary. They speak God’s Word boldly. They endure persecution. They care for and do good to others. Being filled with the Spirit goes beyond brimming with joy, peace, self-control, and the like. He produces action.

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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.

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2020-04-26

Sanctified Trials

Real growth in grace is the result of sanctified trials. God often takes away our comforts and our privileges in order to make us better Christians. He trains His children, not in dwellings of ease and luxury, but by using them in hard service.

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2020-04-16

The Other Side of Confession

It is so easy to see our own flaws and shortcomings. But when God sees us He doesn’t only see what we’ve done, He sees who we are. There are two sides to confession. Agree with God about what you have done and repent, but don’t miss the other side. Agree with God about who you are: loved and wanted and precious and worth dying for.

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2020-04-09

Covered with His Love

"Who is the greatest person who ever lived? Who has done more good for mankind than anyone else?" JESUS of Nazareth

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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2020-03-27

Which Path Should We Take?

Lord, you are completely trustworthy and dependable. Help me to faithfully trust you.

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