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The big picture
When we want our GPS to guide us to a location, first it shows us an image of the whole trip. In a similar fashion we will take a look at an overview of where we are going. Continue reading The big picture
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The Revelation of Jesus Christ
When we hear that a movie or a book is about ‘the apocalypse,’ we tend to think about the end of the world. Even though that is what the book is about, what ‘apocalypse’ really means is ‘An unveiling’. Continue reading The Revelation of Jesus Christ
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Meditate on These Things
Healing from anxiety requires healthy thinking. In truth, your challenge is not your challenge; your challenge is the way you think about your challenge. Continue reading Meditate on These Things
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The Peace of God Will Guard Your Heart
The peace of God transcends all logic, scheming, and efforts to explain it. Continue reading The Peace of God Will Guard Your Heart
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Present Your Requests to God
As a child of the King, you can turn to him at any moment. He never places you on hold or tells you to call again later. Continue reading Present Your Requests to God
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Let Your Gentleness Be Evident to All
Gentleness envisions an attitude that is fitting to the occasion, levelheaded and tempered. The gentle reaction is one of steadiness, evenhandedness, and fairness. Continue reading Let Your Gentleness Be Evident to All
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Rejoice in the Lord Always
The next time you fear the future, rejoice in the Lord’s sovereignty. Continue reading Rejoice in the Lord Always
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Prayers of Worship
Take a closer look into how God looks at you, and you will find what He’s created you to really be – His worshiper, His kid. Continue reading Prayers of Worship
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Prayers of Requests
A request made by prayer is not just a question we present before God, but a choice we make to believe that God will do what He says He will do – by faith. Continue reading Prayers of Requests
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Humility and Wisdom
How do we live as Jesus? Not just putting on the Sunday morning face, but living with Him face-to-face? Continue reading Humility and Wisdom
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Songs and Praise
Have you ever thought about how songs can take on a new meaning? We step into our services of worship, we hear the band playing the recognizable tunes and we take our familiar places. Continue reading Songs and Praise
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Meditation and Thankfulness
Worship is a response to God. Prayer, like song, becomes the vehicle. We give God thanks because of who He is and what He has done, and is continuing to do. Continue reading Meditation and Thankfulness
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You Are Not a Victim
With a survivor’s perspective, you have everything you need to overcome discouragement. But you will have to fight it. Continue reading You Are Not a Victim
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A Theology to Understand
Discouragement is one of the enemy’s greatest tools. It can erode our confidence and causes us to lose heart, like nothing will ever change. Continue reading A Theology to Understand
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A Resource to Ask For
When we’re at rock bottom, in a desperate situation, with nowhere else to turn, God promises the amazing resource of supernatural wisdom. Continue reading A Resource to Ask For
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An Attitude to Embrace
The Bible calls us to live with hope. But we aren’t called to live with false expectations that everything will always go well. Continue reading An Attitude to Embrace
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A Reason For Joy
We know we’re called to be overcomers in Christ. But for some, the biggest question isn’t about how to overcome. It’s about how to even survive. Continue reading A Reason For Joy
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Finding Our People
God purposefully set you in your place and in your time to love people in such a way that they will feel their way toward Him and find Him. Continue reading Finding Our People
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How Can I Belong?
The art of making and keeping friends was never really spelled out for most of us. Continue reading How Can I Belong?
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We Are at War
If deep, loving, intimate connection is God’s goal, then the enemy might hate nothing more than for you and me to enjoy deep, loving, intimate connection! Continue reading We Are at War
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The Center of Our Affections
We weren’t just built for community; we were built because of it. Continue reading The Center of Our Affections
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Created for Relationship
God built us for deep connection to be part of our day-in, day-out lives, not just once in a while in the presence of a paid therapist. Continue reading Created for Relationship
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Beautiful Dirt
Sometimes when we look around the landscape of our lives, we see something dirty. Ugly. But God uses those moments to grow something good. Something awesome and true. Continue reading Beautiful Dirt
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Risk and Reward
We say God loves us and is involved in our lives. We say we depend on Him for everything. But do we ever put it to the test? Continue reading Risk and Reward
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A Generous Father
We’re God’s children. And like any good father, our heavenly Father wants the best for us. He wants to shower us with love and blessings that fit in His greater purpose. Continue reading A Generous Father
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Money and Miracles
When we try to do things on our own, we get substandard results, but God has bigger plans in store than we can even imagine! We just need to keep our focus on Him, not our bank balance. Continue reading Money and Miracles
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More Valuable than Gold or Silver
Having favor from God is worth more than gold and silver. Having that favor—having a real relationship with Him—is priceless, because God is always batting a thousand. Continue reading More Valuable than Gold or Silver
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Seven Ways to Make the Devil Flee
God has promised us that He will cause our enemies who rise against us to be defeated before our faces. Continue reading Seven Ways to Make the Devil Flee
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The Bait of Bitterness
Bitterness is deadly. Over time, bitterness will defile our spirits and dull our ability to sense the presence of God or hear His voice. Continue reading The Bait of Bitterness
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Fear’s False Feelings
Fear is your nemesis. It is a master weapon in the enemy’s hand that defies God’s promises in your life. Continue reading Fear’s False Feelings
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The Spirit of Jezebel
The spirit of Jezebel seeks to seduce and often works through teaching and prophecy. Continue reading The Spirit of Jezebel
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The Battle Against Evil
Satan is strategic. His army is highly organized, and he is sending specific spirits against believers to derail them from their kingdom purpose. Continue reading The Battle Against Evil
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What’s baptism and why does it matter?
Baptism matters because it’s something that Jesus exemplified, and commanded His disciples to do. Continue reading What’s baptism and why does it matter?
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What is Sin?
The world encourages us to “follow our hearts,” but our feelings can easily trick us into doing things that don’t align with God’s will. Continue reading What is Sin?
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Who is the Holy Spirit?
No matter your situation or background, when you belong to Christ, His Holy Spirit is with you at all times, empowering and strengthening you, and praying on your behalf. Continue reading Who is the Holy Spirit?
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Who is God?
All of Scripture is an intricate mosaic that reveals a God who is deeply involved in creation and who cares intimately for humanity. Continue reading Who is God?
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What does it mean to be a Christian?
Cultures will change and values will shift, but God’s Word will always reveal the foundations of our beliefs. Continue reading What does it mean to be a Christian?
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Resourceful Leadership
Resourcefulness is the ability to find creative ways to solve problems. When faced with challenges, look outside the box for solutions. Continue reading Resourceful Leadership
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Servant Leadership
The effectiveness of a servant leader is not measured by rank or position, rather it’s measured by the legacy the leader leaves behind. Continue reading Servant Leadership
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Gut Instinct
Intuition and discernment often work hand in hand, but they are not the same. Intuition can cause fear or worry, and discernment can help you reel in those emotions and not let them incapacitate you. Continue reading Gut Instinct
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Handling Adversity
Persistence naturally requires being resilient, as you can’t persist if you never get back up. When adversity rears its head, it is wise to follow some predetermined guidelines as to how you will cope. Continue reading Handling Adversity
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Good communication
If you can’t communicate, you can’t build anything—a marriage, an organization, or a team. Good leadership and good communication go hand in hand. Continue reading Good communication
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Serve Others
Proverbs tells us God works differently. God says, if you refresh others, I will personally guarantee your own refreshment. Continue reading Serve Others
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Uprooting Bitterness
Bitterness will keep you from the destiny God has for you to walk in. Offended people never make it to their destiny. Continue reading Uprooting Bitterness
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Overcoming Fear
Depression and fear do not have to be a life sentence. You can climb out of the dip of fear and walk in God’s freedom. Continue reading Overcoming Fear
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The Simplicity of Prayer
Why are we so intimidated by prayer? It’s performance anxiety. God is not impressed when we are trying to impress. Continue reading The Simplicity of Prayer
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Don’t Quit in The Dip
When you’re in the dip, you can see where you want to be, but no matter how hard you try, it seems you can’t get there. You begin to lose hope and doubt you’ll ever reach it. Continue reading Don’t Quit in The Dip
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Competition
Competing with other believers is as fruitless as a dog chasing his tail. They have their race and you have yours. Continue reading Competition
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Stronger In The Waiting
Pain and difficulty are part of life. But you and I can choose to believe they are preparing us for the future. Continue reading Stronger In The Waiting
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How To Get Stuff Done
It’s not that man can’t do anything without Christ, but without Him, we can’t do anything of significance that is beyond our own power. Continue reading How To Get Stuff Done
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The Lost Art Of Friendship
If there is one discipline I could magically bestow on you, it would be the ability to choose and develop the right friendships. Continue reading The Lost Art Of Friendship
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Fighter, Finisher, Faithful
It’s hard to fight, finish, and keep the faith. That’s why so few people do it. Continue reading Fighter, Finisher, Faithful
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Refresh Your Time
In this age of expanding choices and amplified noise, we need direction to make the highest value choices for our time, attention, and energy. Continue reading Refresh Your Time
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Refresh Your Provision
His provisions show up when I need them and not before. When I try to secure today what I think I’ll need tomorrow, it doesn’t work. Continue reading Refresh Your Provision
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Refresh Your Fire
Fires begin to expose the impurities in our life, reduce our “hardness,” and give us strength and flexibility for the purpose that God has for our life. Continue reading Refresh Your Fire
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Refresh Your Vision
It’s time to climb out of the rut that we’re in, and this starts with refreshing our vision and refocusing it on God. Continue reading Refresh Your Vision
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Opportunity for a Fresh Start
Sometimes God gives us opportunities to restart. Don’t be afraid to take advantage of it. Continue reading Opportunity for a Fresh Start
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Ignited, Day 5
Prayer is more than just a task to cross off your list. It’s more than just a requirement. It’s the way to an intimate relationship with Him. Continue reading Ignited, Day 5
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Ignited, Day 4
The idea of “power in numbers” has a certain reality to it. When we spend time with other believers, we feel more confident in our faith and more aware of God’s presence in our lives. Continue reading Ignited, Day 4
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Ignited, Day 3
True repentance is not something we value. The amount of sin you decide to allow into your life directly relates to how passionately you love God and follow Him. Continue reading Ignited, Day 3
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Ignited, Day 2
You can’t hit a target if you don’t know where you’re aiming. Make a plan for what your quiet time with God will look like every day. Continue reading Ignited, Day 2
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Ignited, Day 1
It really is possible to maintain a flame for God. The first step is to take a fresh look at the Gospel. Continue reading Ignited, Day 1
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Mystery of Christmas, Day 5
Christianity is ultimately meaningless apart from the almighty, miraculous intervention of God in time. Continue reading Mystery of Christmas, Day 5
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Mystery of Christmas, Day 4
May His Spirit move you to consider with awe the centuries-long complexity of the preparation for that moment when your King lay in a manger. Continue reading Mystery of Christmas, Day 4
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Mystery of Christmas, Day 3
In our day and age, it is trendy to seek the truth but taboo to say we have found it. Continue reading Mystery of Christmas, Day 3
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Mystery of Christmas, Day 2
It takes a supernatural invasion of God into individuals’ lives to bring them to living faith, just as God sovereignly worked a miracle in Mary’s womb to bring us the Redeemer. Continue reading Mystery of Christmas, Day 2
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Mystery of Christmas, Day 1
God’s love can only be fully explained in the purpose of Christ’s coming: to take away our sins. Continue reading Mystery of Christmas, Day 1
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Disturb Us, Lord; Day 5
Intercession is a privilege that belongs exclusively to man. No angel can intercede on our behalf nor can the angels intervene in earthy affairs according to their own will. Continue reading Disturb Us, Lord; Day 5
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Disturb Us, Lord; Day 4
Like water, complacent people follow the easiest course — downhill. They draw false strength from looking back Continue reading Disturb Us, Lord; Day 4
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Disturb Us, Lord; Day 3
There is an increased urgency in my spirit and a growing awareness that God desires to raise up a mighty army of intercessors on the earth. Continue reading Disturb Us, Lord; Day 3
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Disturb Us, Lord; Day 2
We must not take God’s mercy and faithfulness for granted in the good times and confuse presumption for faith. Continue reading Disturb Us, Lord; Day 2
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Disturb Us, Lord; Day 1
Complacency is among the most dangerous enemies of the believer because it is so easy to fall into and very difficult to detect in our own lives before we are rudely awakened. Continue reading Disturb Us, Lord; Day 1
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Better Decisions; Day 5
What does love require of me? This clarifying, but terrifying question should stand guard over our consciences. It’s so simple. But it’s so inescapably demanding. Continue reading Better Decisions; Day 5
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Better Decisions; Day 4
Quit playing games! Quit pretending. Quit rationalizing! Face up to what you know you ought to do! Ask the question and embrace the answer! Continue reading Better Decisions; Day 4
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Better Decisions; Day 3
Sometimes an option we’re considering creates a little tension inside of us. That internal hesitation, that red flag, is often God’s way of turning us in another direction. Continue reading Better Decisions; Day 3
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Better Decisions; Day 2
Every decision you make becomes part of the story of your life. The decisions that led to your greatest regrets could have been avoided if you had paused to ask yourself, “What story do I want to tell?” Continue reading Better Decisions; Day 2
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Better Decisions; Day 1
Our hearts are deceitful. They can be dangerous. We don’t merely lie to ourselves; we deceive ourselves. But there is a way to keep our deceitful hearts in check. Continue reading Better Decisions; Day 1
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Staying Committed; Day 5
When you think you can’t do it anymore, you can because you’re not holding yourself up; He is holding you up. Continue reading Staying Committed; Day 5
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Staying Committed; Day 4
Even if taking a leap of faith also feels a little terrifying, there is still the anticipation of what’s to come that compels you forward with a little extra pep in your step. Continue reading Staying Committed; Day 4
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Staying Committed; Day 3
It’s important to remember not only to run your own race but that God is the One who brings promotion and success. Don’t look around you for confirmation, approval, or success. Continue reading Staying Committed; Day 3
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Staying Committed; Day 2
We all must be intentional to move with purpose, develop a strong discipline, and submit to the way of Jesus to go the distance and receive our heavenly treasures – even if it means slowing down. Continue reading Staying Committed; Day 2
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Staying Committed; Day 1
It’s easy to think that the things we do don’t matter all that much, that our consistency doesn’t make a difference, or that it’s okay to give up and sit down. The truth is that you’re here on purpose. Continue reading Staying Committed; Day 1
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God of Wonders; Day 5
Is your heart stirred, but you still believe not even Jesus can forgive your sins? Don’t despair and don’t let guilt keep you from gazing into His loving eyes. Continue reading God of Wonders; Day 5
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God of Wonders; Day 4
With no distractions except an occasional lost sheep to save, David’s senses could focus on the wonder around him day and night. Continue reading God of Wonders; Day 4
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God of Wonders; Day 3
You do not need a burning bush to have a conversation with God. Jesus said He was never alone because the Father was always with Him. And He is with you right now. Continue reading God of Wonders; Day 3
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God of Wonders; Day 2
Abraham devalued Sarah to save himself whil in Egypt. But it would be hard for Sarah not to have thought less of herself anyway, living with the label of barren. Continue reading God of Wonders; Day 2
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God of Wonders; Day 1
Polluted air may envelop us nowadays, but the breath inside that makes us a living soul is pure and holy. Our first breath is a gift of life from God Himself. Continue reading God of Wonders; Day 1
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Gaining Godly Wisdom; Just Ask
Wisdom ultimately comes from knowing Jesus Christ and following His ways. When He alone is our foundation, we can walk in freedom, victory, and hope. Continue reading Gaining Godly Wisdom; Just Ask
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Gaining Godly Wisdom; Foundation
Every single one of us has built our lives on a foundation. The question is, what type? Continue reading Gaining Godly Wisdom; Foundation
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Gaining Godly Wisdom; Proverbs
The book of Proverbs has many writers, but the principal author was most likely King Solomon. There are dozens of verses that mention wisdom in this book. Continue reading Gaining Godly Wisdom; Proverbs
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Gaining Godly Wisdom; The Wisest
King Solomon has quite a reputation—some of it good, and some of it not so good. But, despite the imperfections of this king, he did something so memorable that it earned him the title of the wisest man. Continue reading Gaining Godly Wisdom; The Wisest
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Gaining Godly Wisdom
If you look up the definition for wisdom, you’ll find this: knowledge of what is true or right coupled with just judgment as to action. Continue reading Gaining Godly Wisdom
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#657 – Pray Through Uncertainty; Day 5
God can take the uncertain situations, the problems that have no solutions, the disbelief, the anxiety, even the cynicism, and He can turn every situation for our good and His glory. Continue reading #657 – Pray Through Uncertainty; Day 5
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#656 – Pray Through Uncertainty; Day 4
In the face of your uncertain situation, when you feel the ground underneath you shift, turn to God in prayer as Jacob did. Continue reading #656 – Pray Through Uncertainty; Day 4
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#655 – Pray Through Uncertainty; Day 3
Ester had startling faith. A faith that says I will not let the uncertainty of what may happen, stop me from doing the thing God has called me to do. Continue reading #655 – Pray Through Uncertainty; Day 3
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#654 – Pray Through Uncertainty; Day 2
Today, as you face dead-end circumstances, know that God has not forgotten you. Maybe you don’t have the blueprint—but God does. He will fulfill His plan for your life. Continue reading #654 – Pray Through Uncertainty; Day 2
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#653 – Pray Through Uncertainty; Day 1
We don’t know the next chapter, or even the next page, in our lives. But we do know the Author who is crafting incredible storylines that our minds cannot grasp. Continue reading #653 – Pray Through Uncertainty; Day 1
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#648 – Joys of Heaven; Day 5
The abundant life experienced by Adam and Eve before their fall will be known for all eternity by all of God’s people. Continue reading #648 – Joys of Heaven; Day 5
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#647 – Joys of Heaven; Day 4
As in Eden of old, men and women will walk with God in the cool of the day. Here we find the highest blessing man can know—intimate fellowship between creature and Creator. Continue reading #647 – Joys of Heaven; Day 4
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#646 – Joys of Heaven; Day 3
The Bible makes clear that a separation occurs at death. The body dies, is placed in the grave, and decays. However, the spirit of the person continues to exist. Continue reading #646 – Joys of Heaven; Day 3
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