In Christ

Some food for thought.

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"For God was in Christ, reconciling the world to himself, no longer counting people's sins against them. And he gave us this wonderful message of reconciliation. (NLT)" -2 Corinthians 5:19

"God is a stranger to sin and it's something He cannot be around. Jesus lived and died to bring us back to God by taking responsibility for our sin. Our sins are no longer counted against us and we can be in relationship with God! This is a beautiful message of grace, mercy, and forgiveness. When we understand the importance of this message, it's natural to encourage others to embrace the harmony they can have with God. Have you found your personal way of sharing this message with others?"

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White Flowers

Wisdom. 

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Be Confident in Who God Made You

Joyce Meyer – 

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Adapted from Starting Your Day Right

My frame was not hidden from You when I was being formed in secret [and] intricately and curiously wrought [as if embroidered with various colors] in the depths of the earth [a region of darkness and mystery].

 Psalm 139:15 (AMPC)

Have you ever asked God, “Why did You make me this way?” Sometimes the things that we think are our worst faults, God will use to His greatest glory: But who are you, a mere man, to criticize and contradict and answer back to God? Will what is formed say to him that formed it, Why have you made me thus? (Romans 9:20 AMPC).

Jesus died so that we might enjoy our life in abundance and to the fullest until it overflows. You are not going to enjoy your life if you don’t enjoy yourself. Be satisfied with yourself and celebrate the unique way God made you.

Prayer of the Day: Lord, help me accept and appreciate how You created me. Teach me to trust Your purpose for my life and to celebrate who I am in You, amen.

No Shortcuts

I found so much interesting things to think about in this little devotional and wanted to share.

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Today's Quotation:

No shortcut to wisdom. No tollways to be wise.

Toba Beta

Today's Meditation:

Wisdom does not necessarily come with age, nor does it come from having a whole world of information at our fingertips; wisdom cannot be bought, nor can it be willed upon another. Wisdom can only be gained through our own discovery--through trial, error, and our eventual understanding.

Neither is wisdom complex, rather it is breathtaking in its simplicity. It is not having the answers for everything--for it is often wiser to allow others to find their own answers and merely be a fellow traveller and guide. To be wise, we cannot take any shortcuts--we have to travel the paths before us, as these are the paths where wisdom will be found. We cannot just know things--we have to understand them and the principles behind them. Furthermore, once we reach a deeper understanding of the things we are able to, we must then share that understanding with others, or else the wisdom gained will be for naught.

Do not seek "shortcuts to wisdom." Instead, seek wisdom in the experiences you face each day of your life. And do not feel you are wise because you know more than someone else--quantity is not equivalent to quality. Instead, seek a greater understanding of the things you do know, and then share them with others in your life.

Today's Challenge: Take a moment to gain some deeper understanding of a recent experience in your life.

Questions to consider:

In what ways are you truly wise?

How can you grow to be even wiser?

In which ways are you most effective in sharing your wisdom?

For further thought:

When you are able to know the right thing, you are intelligent. But when you choose that right thing to do, you are wise. This means people can get money, education, marriage, and good health and not get wisdom. Wisdom is the number one gift for a Godly success.

Israelmore Ayivor

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Trusting Jesus

Love this!

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Trusting Jesus Over Our Own Efforts

Scripture:

Proverbs 3:5-6

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.

Example:

When a problem at home or work feels out of control, instead of trying to fix it all yourself, pray and hand it over to God, trusting in Proverbs 3:5-6. Let God direct your path rather than relying solely on your own understanding.

Reflection:

Trusting God requires surrender—letting go of our need to control outcomes. When we lean on our own efforts, we often feel exhausted and frustrated. But when we trust in God's wisdom, He leads us in the right direction.

Where in your life do you need to stop relying on yourself and start trusting Jesus?

-Author Unknown 

Laying Down Distractions

Another good one!

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Laying Down Distractions

Scripture:

Hebrews 12:1

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.

Example:

If you find yourself constantly checking your phone or distracted by social media, choose to put it aside for a while. Use that time to read a verse or quietly reflect on God’s love. Like Mary, choose to be fully present with Jesus.

Reflection:

Distractions can keep us from focusing on what truly matters in our relationship with God.

What are the distractions in your life that hinder your time with Jesus?

Today, ask Him to help you let go of those distractions so that you can fully experience His presence.

What practical steps can you take to limit distractions and prioritize Jesus?

-Author Unknown 

Fear Is Not

Amen

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Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

“Fear is not God’s will for you.” 

-Joyce Meyer, Love Out Loud: 365 Devotions for Loving God, Loving Yourself and Loving Others

God Will Teach You

Loved this! Needed to hear this.

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