Think Of Ways

Something to think about.

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Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. (NLT) -Hebrews 10:24

Do you know of someone who is down? Give your best effort to encourage them. A hot meal goes a long way to help someone who is depressed. Put yourself in their position and use gentle words to build them up. Take a moment to thoughtfully encourage your friend. Reviving their spirit enables them to be their lovable selves again.

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God Has Not

Encouragement below. 

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" For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. (NLT)" -"2 Timothy 1:7 "

"God’s Word reminds us that you have given us the power to be brave and to control their thoughts. Today, pause to ask God to give you the ability to have a sound mind. Center your mind on the Lord. God will equip you with what you need to capture every thought so fear and anxiety are not able to rule your day. \n"

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Frustration

Oh yeah! I feel this.

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Frustration is like an unheard scream in the night. Depression follows close behind. There is something about impossibility wrapped up in inertia that moves us to anger and tears.

I know what I’m talking about. I’m living there right now. I’m white-knuckled and weary. I am faced with a limitation I cannot exceed. I’m like a pyromaniac in a petrified forest. I strike the match, but there’s nothing to burn. One minute I want to charge – the next minute I want to leave.

Knowing the right answer doesn’t always make the pain go away – and the pain of frustration spreads to the joints and marrow of life. Elijah’s frustration cut so deep, he wanted to die. That helps me gain a bit of perspective. He had been to the mountaintop and called down fire and rain. He had pronounced judgment and carried out executions. He had sent a message to the very core of Ahab and Jezebel’s dynasty – and for what? The same people stayed in office and Jezebel conspired to send out a posse. “Kill me Lord!” he cried.

I guess I’m not so bad off after all. God was faithful to Elijah, and God will be faithful to me, and you. We would do well to stop looking at our troubles and start listening for His voice.

-Author Unknown 

Quote Of The Day - Free Access

Wisdom. 

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Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

“We have free access to God. We can go before Him anytime we want to. We don’t need a special invitation. The throne room is always open, God is always home, He is never napping or on the phone. We can go boldly, expecting Him to meet our need and do it willingly and joyfully.” 

-Joyce Meyer, The Confident Woman Devotional: 365 Daily Inspirations

Fear

Leaving it right here!

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As soon as the fear approaches near, attack and destroy it.- Chanakya

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The First Prayer

I can relate and I wanted to share.

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The first prayer of Habakkuk reveals his heart with a stark honesty. “How long?” 

Have you ever prayed that prayer? Have you wept as you’ve cried out to God over a lost loved one, stubbornly resistant to the Gospel?

Can you relate to the prophet with the strange name? His frustration with injustice and violence is heightened by the seeming absence of God. It’s the cry of the falsely accused; the question that haunts us when dying is painful and slow; a longing that aches in silence: “O Lord, how long?”

In times like these we need to be reminded that Jehovah never sleeps nor slumbers. He is never idle, absent, ignorant, ambivalent, or insensitive. The veil of mystery that shrouds His way is often unlifted. His purposes, though perfect, are often obscured and impervious; they are also glorious.

Nobody understood the cross when Jesus died. Yet in that dark hour, the greatest gift was given; the greatest love displayed. God answers Habakkuk (v.5): “Look among the nations and watch – Be utterly astonished! For I will work a work in your days which you would not believe, though it were told you.”

What is God doing in the midst of your suffering? You probably wouldn’t believe it if He told you.

-Author Unknown 

Quote Of The Day - Love Others

What she said.

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Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

“Love Others Today: Be a person whose convictions are based on God’s Word, and do what God calls you to do to act on them.” 

-Joyce Meyer, Love Out Loud: Devotions on Loving God, Yourself, and OthersBe Confident in Who God Made You

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Principles

Throwing this out there.

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Today's Quotation:

When principles that run against your deepest convictions begin to win the day, then battle is your calling, and peace has become sin; you must, at the price of dearest peace, lay your convictions bare before friend and enemy, with all the fire of your faith.

Abraham Kuyper

Today's Meditation:

It can be hard to always follow what we know to be true. Sometimes it means being laughed at... sometimes it means financial loss... and sometimes it brings with it an unwanted form of hardship. But being true to our principles is what offers us our peace. Without doing so, our character and integrity will falter, and our peace in life will fail us. It is in these times, that Abraham implores us to go into battle, to fight for our beliefs, and to be true to ourselves "with all the fire of our faith."

However, the line between conviction and stubbornness seems to blur all the time. We often see someone standing for what they believe in less as a sign of strong character and more as a sign of close-mindedness. So how are we best able to discern the difference between the two? The answer lies in recognizing what is truly the truth, and what is merely something that we currently believe--something that is subject to change.

An inspirational story of personal conviction is that of Rachel Joy Scott--the first victim of the Columbine High School Massacre. Reports said that one of the gunmen, after having first shot Rachel in her leg, picked her up by her hair and asked her if she still believed in God, and that she had answered, "You know I do." Her response provoked a second, fatal shot to her head at point-blank range. The thing to note is that she stood up for what she knew was true in her heart--a quality of a person with conviction, and not a sign of close-mindedness or stubbornness.

Our convictions are strongest when we have doubt, yet overcome that doubt. I would even go further and say that they are strongest when we have fear, yet overcome the fear--for being afraid of the results of standing up for what you believe in, and doing so in spite of those results, is an absolute sign of fortitude, integrity, and strength of will.

What am I willing to stand up for? On the day I die, I have a feeling that I will be more concerned about the things that I stood up for than about the things that held little interest in.

Today's Challenge: Reclaim some internal peace today by standing up for your principles.

Questions to consider:

What are some of your personal truths that have changed over time?

In what ways can being a man of principle affect the peace in your life?

If you had a major ethical dilemma at work, could you leave your job even if it meant significant financial loss?

For further thought:

The relationship between commitment and doubt is by no means an antagonistic one. Commitment is healthiest when it is not without doubt, but in spite of doubt.

Rollo May

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Don't Be Selfish

Some food for thought.

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"Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. (NLT)" -Philippians 2:3

"Evaluate your motives. Where do you need to pivot from serving yourself to serving others? What lies have you entertained that have inflated your own status? God cares about our hearts, so take time to align your motives with God’s standard of humility."

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But The Lord

Putting this out there.

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"But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details! (NLT)" -\nLuke 10:41\n

"We only need one thing, it’s a relationship with our Savior. It’s the only thing that gets us off this rock alive and well! While it’s easy to get preoccupied with our to-do lists, distracted by entertainment, or consumed by our own thoughts we have to remind ourselves that what trumps all of these things is knowing Jesus. Make time to be in his presence and word. He is the one thing that matters most. \n"

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God's Power

Some food for thought. 

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Daily Affirmation Devotional

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God’s Power

Today : God’s Power

TODAY’S VERSE

“I relied only on the power of the Holy Spirit. I did this so you would trust not in human wisdom but in the power of God.” I Corinthians 2:4-5 (NLT)

TODAY’S THOUGHT

We like to move toward balance. Homeostasis, a relatively stable state of equilibrium, seems to work in many systems. But sometimes that is not the best move. Balance is good if you want to have normalcy. But many times, if you want to reach worthwhile goals, you have to unbalance a few things. Does the professional athlete balance his or her practice time to other activities? No, they are consumed with their sport and devote many hours to that single pursuit. Sooner or later, if you are going to excel at something, you must become a little unbalanced. Paul was trying to share Jesus with people groups that never heard of Christ before. He was starting churches from scratch and he learned that the spiritual life must not be balanced with worldly wisdom. You need to have a radical dependence on God for mighty things, if you are going to see His Kingdom come. Sure you need to ask for wisdom, but you should also ask for spiritual discernment. You need to move in faith and hope in the spiritual realm, not logic and theory in the earthly. Today, what are you depending on God’s power for? What are you trusting the Holy Spirit to accomplish in and through you? Paul trusted in the power of God, today, do the same.  

TODAY’S PRAYER

Father, I must confess that many times conventional wisdom tells me to move in one direction, when I know I should trust You for greater things. Lord, I want my life to make a difference. I want to see Your kingdom come as a result of Your Holy Spirit’s guidance in my life. Lead me, use me, I pray.

AMEN

TODAY’S MEDITATION & VISUALIZATION

I am trusting God for great things

Picture yourself called of God to be His disciple. See yourself on a mission to do His will. You sense that He wants you to trust Him. Feel faith build in your heart as you affirm, “I am trusting God for great things.”

A Sower

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Name of God Devotional

Name of God Devotional

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Bible Name of God : A SOWER

A SOWER

Matt 13:3 And he spake many things unto them in parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow; — Matt 13:37 He answered and said unto them, He that soweth the good seed is the Son of man;

The Seed is the Word of God. God’s Son sowed the Good Seed. He soweth the Word of Truth in the hearts of men. When we sow the Gospel we sow Good Seed. When we give out the Living-Word of God we are sowing Good Seed. Nothing is comparable to the Living-Word itself. It has potential power. It is a Living Seed and never fails. We are to imitate our Lord, the Sower, and see that the pure Seed of the Living-Word is scattered, Alive, wherever we go. “Sow beside all waters.” (Isa 32:20)

Lord, make me a Seed-sower this day, and hear my prayer for all the sowers in the world. Amen.

No Limit

Thought provoking. 

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God's Calling devotional

God's Calling devotional

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No Limit

No Limit

Unlimited supply, that is My Law. Oh! the unlimited Supply, and oh! the poor, blocked channels! Will you feel this, that there is no limit to My Power?

But man asks, and blasphemes in asking, such poor mean things. Do you not see how you wrong Me? I desire to give you a gift, and if you are content with the poor, and the mean, and the sordid, then you are insulting Me, the Giver.

“Ask what ye will and it shall be done unto you.” How I can fulfill the promise is My Work, not yours, to consider … Have a big Faith, and expect big things, and you will get big things.Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts. James 4:3

The Earth

Felt this in my bones and wanted to share.

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"The earth is the LORD’s, and everything in it. The world and all its people belong to him. (NLT)" -Psalm 24:1

"All the Earth is the Lord’s. He knows how many stars are in the Heavens, how many clouds fill the skies, and He also knows you too! Nothing that happens in our world comes as a surprise to the Lord. When we feel unsure about the future, be reminded that God cares for this world, and He will take care of you. "

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Quote Of The Day - Let God

Amen!

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Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

“Let God fight your battles while you remain at rest, trusting Him.” 

-Joyce Meyer, I Dare You: Embrace Life with Passion

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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White flowers sitting on an open Bible ready for reading a daily devotional.

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

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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

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God Works For You

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Solid Joys

God Works for You

I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber.

Psalm 121:1–3

Do you need help? I do. Where do you look for help?

When the psalmist lifted up his eyes to the hills and asked, “From where does my help come?” he answered, “My help comes from the Lord” — not from the hills, but from the God who made the hills. “My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.”

So, he reminded himself of two great truths: One is that God is a mighty Creator over all the problems of life; the other is that God never sleeps. “He who keeps you will not slumber.”

God is a tireless worker. He never wearies. Think of God as a worker in your life. Yes, it is amazing. We are prone to think of ourselves as workers in God’s life. But the Bible wants us first to be amazed that God is a worker in our lives: “From of old no one has heard or perceived by the ear, no eye has seen a God besides you, who works for those who wait for him” (Isaiah 64:4).

God is working for us around the clock. He does not take days off and he does not sleep. In fact he is so eager to work for us that he goes around looking for more work to do for people who will trust him: “The eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to give strong support to those whose heart is blameless toward him” (2 Chronicles 16:9).

God loves to show his tireless power and wisdom and goodness by working for people who trust him. The sending of his Son, Jesus, was the main way the Father showed this: “The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve” (Mark 10:45). Jesus works for his followers. He serves them. The gospel is not a “help wanted” sign. It is a “help available” sign.

This is what we must believe — really believe — in order to “rejoice always” (1 Thessalonians 5:16) and “[give] thanks always and for everything” (Ephesians 5:20) and have “the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding” (Philippians 4:7), and “not be anxious about anything” (Philippians 4:6), and hate our lives “in this world” (John 12:25), and “love [our] neighbor as [ourselves]” (Matthew 22:39).

What a truth! What a reality! God is up all night and all day to work for those who wait for him.

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Choosing Rest

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Choosing Rest Over Worry

Scripture:

Matthew 6:31-33

So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.

Example:

When finances or future plans make you anxious, instead of spiraling into worry, practice what Jesus teaches in Matthew 6:31-33. Trust that God will provide what you need, and spend time thanking Him for His faithfulness.

Reflection:

Worry is often a sign that we are trying to carry burdens on our own. Jesus invites us to seek Him first, trusting that He knows our needs and will provide. Today, instead of letting worry take over, focus on seeking Jesus and resting in His care.

How can you surrender your anxieties to Him and trust Him with your future?

-Author Unknown 

Busyness

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Busyness vs. Being

Scripture:

Psalm 46:10

He says, ‘Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.’

Example:

When your to-do list feels never-ending, pause, breathe, and reflect on Psalm 46:10—"Be still and know that I am God." Instead of rushing through the day, take a quiet moment in prayer or meditation, focusing on God’s presence.

Reflection:

In a world that constantly demands action, it can be difficult to pause and simply "be." Yet, it is in stillness that we can truly connect with God, hear His voice, and gain clarity.

Today, take a few moments to slow down, release the pressure to always be productive, and remember that God is with you. His presence brings peace, even in the midst of a busy day.

Where can you make room for stillness today, trusting that God is in control? 

-Author Unknown 

I must Not Fear

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Today's Quotation:

I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.

Frank Herbert, Dune

Today's Meditation:

As Frank says, "I must not fear." I should choose to face my fears, to experience them and then pass them by... but I must not allow fear to exist as a determining factor within my mind. If I am able to do so, my fear will no longer exist, its purpose expired, it will fade away, and "only I will remain."

Control in our life is ours. Sure, I can choose to live my life in a way that allows fear to rule me--I can pass over opportunities that lie before me; I can harken down the worn paths avoiding any unexpected journeys; I can even choose to spend my life accumulating material things for myself. But the question I must then ask myself is this: "Will I be happy with the way my life is going to turn out if I continue to live it this way?"

Peace and happiness come to us from a life lived beyond the fears that keep us locked on an island by ourselves. We find them through the journeys we experience, in the bonds of humanity that we build and embrace with compassion and love, and in the deepness of value and worth we come to find in our lives.

Fear really is a "little-death" that ceaselessly feeds us from the stagnant waters of misery and frustration. It wants to control us; and if we let it, it will leave us isolated and alone. Yet if we face our fears each day, little by little our mind will become clearer. And at the end, the fear will be gone... and only we will remain.

Today's Challenge: Fearlessly engage yourself in the life around you today.

Questions to consider:

Can you think of ways in which fear has determined your actions in certain situations?

How do things turn out when you obey your fear instead of your conscience?

By overcoming our fears, where have they gone? Where are we?

For further thought:

There is only one thing that makes a dream impossible to achieve: the fear of failure.

Paulo Coelho

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The Better Part

Food for thought. 

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The Better Part

Scripture:

Luke 10:38-42

As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!” “Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.”

Example:

When you feel overwhelmed with tasks at work, like Martha, take a moment to pray and ask Jesus for guidance. Just as Mary chose to sit at Jesus’ feet, remind yourself to prioritize time with Him, even in the middle of a busy day.

Reflection:

It's easy to be consumed by what needs to be done, but Jesus calls us to something greater—time with Him. Like Mary, choose the better part by intentionally pausing to focus on Jesus. In His presence, you will find rest and clarity.

Are you prioritizing time with Jesus in your day?

How can you set aside time to be at His feet today?

-Author Unknown 

Proverbs

Leaving it right here. 

Encouragement. 

God Bless..

If A Man Say

This...

Something to think about. 

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If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen?And this commandment have we from him, That he who loveth God love his brother also.

Inspiration

Holding hate in your heart for ANYONE and claiming that you love God is impossible. We are taught to love our neighbors, our enemies, God, and last but not least, ourselves. How can we love ourselves and hold hate towards another person? Jesus lived his life and showed us how to live ours. Through words, thoughts, and actions, we must pursue a life of love, not hate.

Prayer

I love you, my God. I want to know this at every moment, spreading Your love through my own words and actions. Forgive me for holding hate in my heart for others, and help me amend the hateful words and actions that I have said and done. I ask that You help me love all around me and myself, in a way that You find holy. Amen.

-Author Unknown 

Whereby

This....

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Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.

Inspiration

Promises have been made and kept to us. We were given the gift of potential everlasting life. All we must do is to avoid the temptations of Satan, the sins of this finite world. It sounds so simple when the reward is eternal life, but as we all know, it is much easier said than done.

Prayer 

I vow to always worship You, O Lord, and rejoice in Your name. Forgive me for my many transgressions for I have sinned. I pray that You help deliver me from this evil, hardening my heart to the evils of this world. Through Your glory, I know that all things are possible, gracious Lord, my rock and strength. Amen.

-Author Unknown 

Not Punishment

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God's Calling devotional

God's Calling devotional

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Not Punishment

Not Punishment

I will guide your efforts. You are not being punished for past sins. Take My Words, revealed to you each day from the beginning, and do in all things as I say. I have been showing you the way. You have not obeyed Me in this.

I have a plan that can only in this way be revealed. So rarely do I find two souls in union who want only My Will, and only to serve Me. The union is miracle-working.

I have told you that I am longing to use you. Long ago My world would have been brought to Me, had I been served by many such two souls.It was always “two and two.”

As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us. Psalm 103:12

Give This Day To God

Loved this.

Be encouraged. 

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Daily Affirmation Devotional

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Give This Day To God

Today : Give This Day To God

TODAY’S VERSE

“Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul. Rescue me from my enemies, O LORD, for I hide myself in you. Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground.” Psalms 143:8, 10 (NIV)

TODAY’S MESSAGE

Do you start your day hearing a word from God about His unfailing love? Do you start your day trusting in Him? Do you ask Him for direction, protection and instruction for the tasks that are ahead of you this day? If not, what is stopping you now? No matter what your yesterdays were, no matter what you fear for tomorrow, there is nothing stopping you from committing this day to God. You can begin a new habit of thanksgiving and expectation today.

TODAY’S PRAYER

Father, in the quietness of this moment, let me hear You confirm Your unfailing love for me. Right now, I put my complete trust in You. Please, dear God, show me the way I should go, for I lift up my soul to You. Rescue me from any trouble today, O LORD, for I hide myself in You. Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God; may Your Holy Spirit lead me today. In Jesus’ name.

AMEN

TODAY’S AFFIRMATION & MEDITATION

I will live this day for God

Today’s passage is a great visualization. Read it again and see everything it says happening to you. “Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul. Rescue me from my enemies, O LORD, for I hide myself in you. Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground.”

God Is My Helper

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Daily Affirmation Devotional

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God Is My Helper

Today : God Is My Helper

TODAY’S VERSE

So we say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” Hebrews 13:6 (NIV)

TODAY’S MESSAGE

Have you ever said anything with confidence? It is different than saying “I think so,” “Perhaps,” “Maybe” or “We’ll see.” Confidence connotes a certainty, an assurance that what we believe is true. Because we believe in a God that will never forsake us, a heavenly Father who will never abandon us, we can have confidence that this same God is our helper, our strength, our shield, our shelter in the storm, our rock of ages, our mighty fortress, our protector, our hope, our Savior. Yes, we can say with confidence, “Today, I will not be afraid!”

TODAY’S PRAYER

Thank You, Mighty God, that You have chosen to be my helper. You have reached down to me and have assured me that You care, that You will always have my soul in Your hand. I thank You with a confidence in my heart that what You say is true and every thought, fear, apprehension and doubt that stands against this confidence is a lie. I accept Your help today. I will trust You and not be afraid. In Jesus’ name.

AMEN

TODAY’S AFFIRMATION & MEDITATION

God is my helper! I will not be afraid.

You are on a boat and it begins to rock. It is going side to side. Water starts to flood the boat. The waves are taller, the wind is fierce and you begin to fear for your life. Then Jesus comes and says, “Peace, be still” and the waves stop. The clouds go away and the boat is still. You sense such a relief and suddenly you notice, all fear is gone. Likewise see Jesus alive and helping you in all your circumstances. See Him bringing you peace over and over again. Affirm, “God is my helper, I will not be afraid!”

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The Mediator

Some food for thought.

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Name of God Devotional

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Bible Name of God : The Mediator

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The Mediator

“For there is one God and one Mediator between God and man, the man Christ Jesus.” 1 Timothy 2:5

“God is One and there is but one Mediator between God and man and that is a Man; but that Man -praise God -is the man Christ Jesus. “He is the Mediator of the New Testament” for by means of death for the redemption of men He alone is qualified to act in man’s behalf. He loved us. He died for us. Christ is God, but Christ is also the Head of humanity and He alone is capable of filling the position of Mediator. How wonderful He is, and He is all we need.

Blessed Mediator, our Sin-bearer, we open our hearts to Thee as we confess our sins and look with satisfaction upon the blood of Thy atonement. Amen.

Bible Name of God : RULER IN ISRAEL

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O Giver Of True Love

Encouragement. 

God Bless. 

O giver of true love in our hearts, it is your purpose to cast out all ungodly fear that our love for you may be made perfect. When we love you perfectly, we will also serve you perfectly. And that service will not be a burden but a joy. Extinguish false fears in us, Lord, we pray, and strengthen a true love for you in our hearts. Amen.

-Author Unknown 

There Is No Fear

Just some encouragement. 

God Bless.

There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

Don't Get Sidetracked

I am guilty of this, and I know I need to get back on track. 

So be encouraged. 

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Don't get sidetracked; keep your feet from following evil. (NLT) -Proverbs 4:27

There are a lot of things that are competing for our attention. Each one of us has a mission on earth and we are to care for one another. Be vigilant to not allow distractions to get you off course. When we wander off course it is even more tempting to take up activities and habits that are dishonoring to God. Don't get sidetracked from your calling.

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Guard Your Heart

This is a must.

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"Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. (NLT)" -Proverbs 4:23

Do you protect your heart? What baggage is following you around. This principle of protecting your heart will serve you well. No one ever wants to have bad feelings towards another because of unresolved conflict. Who wants to be ducking and hiding in the grocery store because we still have a grudge towards a prior situation. Guard your heart well and settle your issues quickly.

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God Wants You

Something to think about. 

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Daily Devotionals

GOD WANTS YOU

GOD WANTS YOU

Deuteronomy 6:4-5 (NKJV) Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one! 5 You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength.

God wants you! That is right. God wants you to have an intimate relationship with Him. He does not want just one part of you; He wants all of you. Think of what you get in return. You get a fellowship with the Creator, the One that made you and me! He wants all of us so that we can have all of Him. Now when I say all, I know that God is so huge that it is not possible for any of us to have all of Him, but He wants us to have all that we can handle of Him.

This verse tells us that God wants us to love Him with all of our heart, and all of our soul, and all of our strength. Well, that is all of us, so my Father wants all of me. He loves me so dearly that He wants the complete person, and even with all of my shortcomings and all of my distractions, the Creator of the universe loves me and wants all of me.

I am overwhelmed, at times, by the love God has for me. The Creator of all, (Who does not need anything because He is so complete) loves me so dearly that He wants me to love Him, and this is all because of Jesus. When Jesus died on the cross, He took all of my shame and my separation from the Father. He did it so that I could be totally restored to Abba.

This is so over-the-top that it is hard for our little minds to take it in, but this is where we must receive it by faith and not by our feelings. In other words, if God says that He loves me this intensely, then I am going to live life just like it is so.

So today, do not look at your shortcomings, look to Jesus’ perfection, and know that the Father sees you just like that: complete and totally loved!

CONFESSION: I love the Lord my God with all of my heart, all of my soul, and all of my strength. God is truly in love with me, and I am truly in love with Him!

Today’s Bible Reading

Deuteronomy 32:28-52

Luke 12:35-59

Psalms 78:56-64

Proverbs 12:24

Bible in a Year: 365-Day Reading Plan : English | New International Reader’s Version (NIrV)

Today’s Bible reading from Old Testament : Deuteronomy 9, Deuteronomy 10

Today’s Bible reading from New Testament : Luke 12:1-34

Today’s Bible reading from Psalms and Proverbs: Psalm 42:7-11

Bible in a Year: 365-Day Reading Plan : English | New International Version (NIV)

Today’s Bible reading from Old Testament : Deuteronomy 9, Deuteronomy 10

Today’s Bible reading from New Testament : Luke 12:1-34

Today’s Bible reading from Psalms and Proverbs: Psalm 42:7-11

But Joyful

Amen and be encouraged. 

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"But joyful are those who have the God of Israel as their helper, whose hope is in the Lord their God. (NLT)" -Psalm 146:5

Where do you turn when your life turns into a mess? How do you pick up the pieces? A mess is always easier to clean when you have someone helping you. God is just waiting for you to invite Him into your mess.

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I Will Guide You

Wholeheartedly agree!

And add a amen!

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"The LORD says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you. (NLT)" -Psalm 32:8

"Life is confusing! If you try to follow the advice of this world, you will feel like you are running around in circles. What we need is not another self-help program but we need wisdom that only comes from the Lord. He promises to instruct us when we surrender our lives over to him. He will show us the way to go and keep his watchful eye on our steps. \n"

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I Have Told You

I believe this but I also understand just how hard this is to accomplish. 

Be encouraged. 

God Bless.

" I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” (NLT)" -John 16:33

"We have to stay grounded in the following truth: God is our peace, our provision, he gives us the strength to love those we see as our enemies, we can trust in him alone, and the primary mission of our lives is to seek God first. This can help us navigate the difficult spaces in our culture with peace, wisdom, and love. When we keep it simple and focus on loving God and loving others, it is in these small acts of faithful obedience that God can do miracles."

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Faithfulness

Amen!

God Bless.

Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

“Faithfulness is not doing something right once but doing something right over and over and over and over.” 

– Joyce Meyer

The Fear Of God

This bares repeating. 

God Bless.

There is in the Bible a "fear of God" that is holy reverance and a desire to avoid offending him or suffering his judgment or discipline. That kind of fear is compatible with love and helps us depart from iniquity. But faithless fear, of man, of life events, or of God based on false ideas, is incompatible with love of God.There is in the Bible a "fear of God" that is holy reverance and a desire to avoid offending him or suffering his judgment or discipline. That kind of fear is compatible with love and helps us depart from iniquity. But faithless fear, of man, of life events, or of God based on false ideas, is incompatible with love of God.

-Author Unknown 

I Have Come

Leaving it right here.

God Bless. 

I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. - John 10:10, NKJV

There is more to life . . .

than being healthy,

than being happy,

than being problem free,

than being comfortable,

than feeling good, than getting what we want,

than being healed.

There is more to life even than living!

And the “more to life” is the development of our faith to the extent that our very lives display God’s glory!

Jesus does not protect those He loves from bad things happening but uses bad things to fulfill His greater plan. He is glad, not that we suffer, but that we have the opportunity to grow in our faith and display His glory, which is the fulfillment of the very purpose for our existence. Don’t settle for less than more!

-Author Unknown 

As Children Of God

This....

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Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

“As children of God, one of the privileges we have is believing the impossible.” 

-Joyce Meyer, Battlefield of the Mind: Winning the Battle in Your Mind

The Power Of God

Amen!

God Bless

19 I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God’s power for us who believe him. This is the same mighty power\n20 that raised Christ from the dead and seated him in the place of honor at God’s right hand in the heavenly realms. (NLT) -Ephesians 1:19-20

"The power of God is what keeps Christians going! When we are tired or when we are unsure what to do, it’s time to tap into the power of God. His grace is sufficient to meet all our needs. No matter what you are facing, God has the power to carry you through it. \n"

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I Have The Feeling

This....

God Bless.

Quote of the Day – Mother Teresa

I have the feeling that we are in such a hurry that we do not have time to look at one another and smile.

– Mother Teresa

Can You Make

Something to think about.

God Bless.

Can you make lightning appear and cause it to strike as you direct? (NLT) -Job 38:35

God is so powerful that he commands the lighting. It’s easy to feel that we are the boss of our own lives. We so quickly can move from a posture of humble surrender to our creator to taking matters in our own hands. God reminds Job that we are to regard God with humble hearts.

Recognizing his authority and power. Do you need to let go and start trusting the God who holds all of Creation in his hands? Pray a prayer of surrender to the Lord today. \n

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The Lord Detests

"The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in those who tell the truth. (NLT)" -Proverbs 12:22

Some food for thought. 

God Bless. 

Lying is one way we build sin traps in our lives. Even a small step away from the truth can start a domino effect that pushes us further and further away from the truth as we strive to cover our lies. Soon enough you are surrounded by a whole web of lies! Avoid that first lie. Make truth telling a value in your life. \n

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We Are Pressed

I am always in the need of encouragement and I wanted to share the wealth. 

God Bless. 

"We are pressed on every side by troubles, but we are not crushed. We are perplexed, but not driven to despair. We are hunted down, but never abandoned by God. We get knocked down, but we are not destroyed. (NLT)" -2 Corinthians 4:8-9

All of us experience times when life is dark and challenging but the reality is that in these times God is with you. God sustains us when we face difficult circumstances. Think of a time when God helped you through something that could have otherwise crushed you? Give thanks to God for the ways He has been faithful to you through dark days.

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Keep Asking

Wisdom and encouragement. 

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Daily Devotion

Keep Asking

Joyce Meyer – 

2 min read

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Adapted from Mornings with God

For everyone who keeps on asking receives; and he who keeps on seeking finds; and to him who keeps on knocking, [the door] will be opened.

 Matthew 7:8 (AMPC)

If there is a promise in God’s Word, don’t stop asking to receive it. Let today’s scripture encourage you to refuse to give up. Continue asking, seeking, and knocking, and you will receive, find, and see doors open for you.

I prayed for my father’s salvation for more than forty years. Finally, at the age of eighty, he received Christ and was baptized. It seemed as if it would never happen, but it did.

Even Jesus, who always got His prayers answered, had to pray twice for a blind man’s eyes to be opened:

They came to Bethsaida, and some people brought a blind man and begged Jesus to touch him. He took the blind man by the hand and led him outside the village. When he had spit on the man’s eyes and put his hands on him, Jesus asked, “Do you see anything?” He looked up and said, “I see people; they look like trees walking around.” Once more Jesus put his hands on the man’s eyes. Then his eyes were opened, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly. (Mark 8:22–25 NIV)

Let this Scripture passage encourage you to never give up on receiving God’s promises.

Prayer of the Day: God, help me keep asking, seeking, and knocking. Strengthen my faith when answers take time and remind me that You are faithful to fulfill every promise in Your perfect way, 

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We Can Improve

Truth bomb below. 

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Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

We can improve our relationships with others by leaps and bounds if we become encouragers instead of critics.

– Joyce Meyer

Never Be Afraid

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Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the ark; professionals built the Titanic.-

 Anonymous

 'Thought Of The Day' , by Rachit Technolog

Trust In Him

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Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

“Trust in Him This trial is temporary. Your season will change. You can trust this important truth. Take a deep breath and thank God for the season you’re currently in, as well as the season He’s bringing you into.”

-Joyce Meyer, Trusting God Day by Day: 365 Daily Devotions

Don't You See

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"Don't you see how wonderfully kind, tolerant, and patient God is with you? Does this mean nothing to you? Can't you see that his kindness is intended to turn you from your sin? (NLT)" -Romans 2:4

"No one ever wants to be told they are living in sin. Nor do people want to feel condemned. It's a fine line on how to handle sin in others' lives. We can choose to follow God's leading in the same way He has treated us, that is, with patience and kindness. The greatest influence we can have on other peoples' sin is through leading by a humble example."

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Are Any Of You

Something to ponder.

God Bless. 

Are any of you suffering hardships? You should pray. Are any of you happy? You should sing praises. (NLT) -James 5:13

"Prayer is a silent, powerful tool, often overlooked. We should pray through the good times and the bad and everything in between. Take just one minute, think of a friend, and take slow deep breaths as you pray for that person. Be comforted in knowing that God heard you."

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The Amen

Something to think about. 

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Bible Name of God : The Amen

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The Amen

“These things saith the Amen.” Revelation 3:14

“Amen” is “So be it” or “So it is.” The “Amen” here is our Lord-the Faithful Witness. He has said “Amen” to every truth of the Scripture, but the church has failed to follow in His footsteps. She has the truth for she has Himself, and He is the Way, the Truth and the Life, as we have seen; but she has not said”Amen.” She says, “I am rich and increased with goods and have need of nothing.” She has not been a faithful and true witness. She has been neither cold nor hot, but a lukewarm product. God pity her! To what extent are we responsible? God forgive us. God help us.

Lord, open our eyes to see, our ears to hear and our hearts to believe. Baptize us with the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

If You Turn

Wisdom.

Encouragement. 

God Bless.

Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

“If you turn things over to God, you will finally find the power you need to break free.” 

-Joyce Meyer, Look Great, Feel Great: 12 Keys to Enjoying a Healthy Life Now

Praise The Lord

Food and encouragement below. 

God Bless.

Praise the Lord; praise God our savior! For each day he carries us in his arms. (NLT) -Psalm 68:19

Today is a precious day. Take joy in knowing that you were gifted with today. The Lord carries us with His grace and mercy through each day we are alive. It is such an amazing blessing for His love to cover over our shortcomings when we don't deserve it. Learn to value each day.

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I See

May we follow suit.

God  Bless. 

Quote of the Day – Mother Teresa

I see God in every human being

– Mother Teresa

There Is No Fear

May we be the ones to bring this kind of fear upon the world.

God Bless. 

There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

Inspiration

There is in the Bible a "fear of God" that is holy reverance and a desire to avoid offending him or suffering his judgment or discipline. That kind of fear is compatible with love and helps us depart from iniquity. But faithless fear, of man, of life events, or of God based on false ideas, is incompatible with love of God.

Prayer 

O giver of true love in our hearts, it is your purpose to cast out all ungodly fear that our love for you may be made perfect. When we love you perfectly, we will also serve you perfectly. And that service will not be a burden but a joy. Extinguish false fears in us, Lord, we pray, and strengthen a true love for you in our hearts. Amen.

-Author Unknown 

How Great

Some food for thought.

God Bless.

How great is our God? The oceans cannot fill the hollow of His hand. The heavens are measured by the span between His fingers. The quantity of the dust of the earth; the weight of the mountains; the depths of the seas; the volume of the atmosphere; the intricacies of micro-biology – He holds it all in a perfect accounting without apparent effort.

“How Big is God?” asks the old gospel song. The answer, in a word, is “Bigger.” He is greater than any measure applied. When we have praised Him until all strength is gone and intellectual capacity exhausted, we have not even begun to satisfy His worthiness of praise.

When we extend grace that goes beyond all cause or reason, giving ourselves up to extend love to another, we have only offered the barest reflection of the grace He offers to all, whether saint or sinner. When we have loved to complete consummation, we are shadowed by transcendent love demonstrated on a Roman cross. When we boast in our knowledge, parade our successes, gloat over our technologies, or take pride in our wisdom, creation must stifle its laughter for we are but dust.

How great is God? If you have a measured answer, you don’t know God.

-Author Unknown 

The Value Of Good Choice

Going to leave it right here.

God Bless.

Go Out Of Your Way

Some words of wisdom written below. 

God Bless.

Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

“Go out of your way to do something nice today—open a door, leave a good tip, or share a beautiful smile with someone who crosses your path. Trust that God will speak to them through your kindness.” 

-Joyce Meyer, Trusting God Day by Day: 365 Daily Devotions

Jesus Loves You!

In all languages. 

God Bless.

Repeat Afrer

Mindset is everything!

God Bless.

Real Courage

Leaving it right here. 

God Bless.

Today's Quotation:

Real courage is doing the right thing when nobody's looking. Doing the unpopular thing because it's what you believe, and the heck with everybody.

Justin Cronin, The Summer Guest

Today's Meditation:

It is not always easy going against the current and standing up for what we believe in. By doing so, we are faced with ridicule and exclusion and often times appear too proud and defiant. But throughout the course of our lives, there are times in which real courage is demanded of each of us. And if I can do the right thing simply because it is what I believe--even when no one is looking, or even if it is unpopular--I become a man of integrity, a man of character.

Therefore, the first thing we must do to have real courage is to have beliefs. What are my values? What makes up the core of who I am and what I stand for? After I have taken the time to recognize these, I can go about putting them into action in my life. If I believe that treating others as I wish to be treated is an important value to me, then I must do that. Additionally, I have to stand up for my beliefs when I see others going against them. So if I see someone being mistreated, I need to stand up for that person. This need not be done in a negative way, or in a way that hurts anyone's feelings or injures them, because I could have the wrong interpretation of the situation. But I still need to stand up for my beliefs and convictions while respecting the fact that other people have their own.

Recognize and affirm your beliefs. Become aware of what is happening around you. And if anything seems to contradict your convictions, stand up for what you believe in.

Today's Challenge: Take some time to think about your current beliefs today.

Questions to consider:

Do you regularly examine your own beliefs on certain issues? Do you cling to them, or allow them to grow and evolve as you do?

Do you live by your convictions?

What is the danger in comparing your convictions and beliefs with those of other people?

For further thought:

"Good men don't become legends," he said quietly. "Good men don't need to become legends." She opened her eyes, looking up at him. "They just do what's right anyway."

Brandon Sanderson, The Well of Ascension

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Since We

This! 

I love this little devotional and the encouragement I found in the word's written below. 

Be encouraged. 

God Bless.

Since we are receiving a Kingdom that is unshakable, let us be thankful and please God by worshiping him with holy fear and awe. (NLT) -Hebrews 12:28

If you are struggling with something to be thankful for, remember the gift of salvation that God has given you! You are a member of a secure kingdom that cannot be shaken by headlines or bad days. Your eternal destiny is secure in Christ! Thank God for that wonderful gift. 

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The More You Read

Amen!!!

God Bless.

Charles Spurgeon Quote of the Day

The more you read the Bible; and the more you meditate on it, the more you will be astonished with it.

~Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892)

A Man's Heart

Food for thought.

God Bless.

A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

Inspiration 

It's our human nature to come up with plans, thoughts, and goals for the future. But we need to realize God is the only one who truly knows what's best for us. When you have plans you would like to make, or actions you need to take about a particular decision, make sure that you go to God first.

Prayer

Dear God, I commit all my plans, dreams, and aspirations into your hands. These are only products of my thoughts; what I truly want is what you want for me because I know that that is what will truly be best for me. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

-Author Unknown 

Faltering Steps

I so needed this.And just sharing the wealth.

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God's Calling devotional

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Faltering Steps

Show me Thy way, O Lord, and let us walk in Thy Paths.

You are doing so. This is the way. The way of uncertain future and faltering steps. It is My Way …

Put all fear of the future aside. Know that you will be led. Know that you will be shown. I have promised.Blessed be the Lord God of my master Abraham.. I, being in the way, the Lord led me to the house of my master’s brethren. – Genesis 24:27

Repeat After Me

Repeat...

Then repeat again.

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You Are Going To Make It

Just a little encouragement. 

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Stronger

Bares Repeating. 

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When You Realize

Some encouragement for you.

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Confess Your Faults

Some food for thought. 

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Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

Inspiration

Can you think of the last time that you sinned? Sometimes it is hard to remember, but I imagine that some moment of weakness will come into your mind. What did you do after sinning? More importantly, what could you have done differently? James explains what should be done and what you hopefully do: confess your sins and pray for each other. I feel a tremendous sense of relief after I confess to wrongdoing. Bottling it in never allows for the release of negative energy and emotions. Let it out, ask for forgiveness, and pray for each other.

Prayer

Forgive me Father for I have sinned. I have been gluttonous, lustful, greedy, proud, filled with sorrow, wrathful, vain, and slothful. I have condemned others without even examining myself. I have not always loved my enemies nor loved my neighbors as myself. I can do better and must do better. Forgive me, O Lord, and make me whole! I pray that You strengthen me this day and all days, serving as my refuge against temptation. Deliver me from evil, for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.

Quote Of The Day - One Of The Biggest Causes

Truth!

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Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

“One of the biggest causes of stress is focusing on the negative things that are happening around us.” 

-Joyce Meyer, Overload: How to Unplug, Unwind, and Unleash Yourself from the Pressure of Stress

Who Can Know

Food for thought. 

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"For, “Who can know the LORD ’s thoughts? Who knows enough to teach him?” But we understand these things, for we have the mind of Christ. (NLT)" -"1 Corinthians 2:16 "

"The Bible can be an intimidating book to crack open! The language, culture, and history of the stories enclosed in this great story take work to decipher and understand. Thankfully, God tells us that we don’t have to have all the ability to gain wisdom from his book. He gives us the “mind of Christ” so we can begin to unfold pieces of the mystery of who He is. \n"

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All Of Us

Amen!

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Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

“All of us have the privilege and responsibility of choosing our attitudes, no matter what circumstances or situations we find ourselves in. The key word here is choosing. Attitudes don’t just happen; they are the products of our choices.” 

-Joyce Meyer, Power Thoughts: 12 Strategies to Win the Battle of the Mind

Be Not Conformed

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And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

Romans 12:2

Prayer : 

Dear Lord,

I pray that I would not be conformed to this world.

Transform me to be more like Christ.

Renew my mind according to Your good and perfect will.

Help me reflect Your nature through my life, for Your glory.

In Jesus’ name I pray.

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You Are Not Stuck

Some encouragement!

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You are not stuck — you are in a new season. What felt like winter is giving way to spring. Conflict is not the end, it is the setup for conquest, restoration, and victory!

-Author Unknown 

Eternity In Our Hearts

This!

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Eternity in Our Hearts

Ecclesiastes reflects on the fleeting nature of life, yet God places eternity in our hearts. Jesus is the answer to that yearning for eternity, bringing meaning and hope that lasts beyond our days. Life with Him invites us to live with eternity in view.

-Author Unknown 

Prayer Produces Peace

Wisdom and encouragement below.

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Prayer Produces Peace

Joyce Meyer –

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An open Bible and concordance ready for reading a daily devotional.

Adapted from Closer to God Each Day

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

 Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)

In this passage, the apostle Paul does not say, “Pray and worry.” Instead, he is saying “Pray and don’t worry.” Why are we to pray and not worry? Because prayer is an important way we cast our care upon the Lord. Prayer is what opens the door for God to work in our lives and the lives of other people.

When the devil tries to give us something to worry about, we can turn and give that care to God. If we pray about something and then keep on worrying about it, we are mixing a positive and a negative. The two cancel each other out so that we end up right back where we started—at zero.

Prayer is a positive force; worry is a negative force. The Lord has shown me the reason many people operate at zero power spiritually is that they cancel out their positive prayer power by giving in to the negative power of worry.

As long as we are worrying, we are not trusting God. It is only by trusting, by having faith and confidence in the Lord, that we are able to enter into His rest and enjoy the peace that transcends all understanding.

Prayer of the Day: Lord, help me replace worry with faith. Teach me to cast my cares on You, trust Your timing, and rest in the peace that only You can give, amen

Wisdom Of God

Some wisdom.

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Wisdom of God

Proverbs shows that God’s ways are higher than ours, a wisdom beyond human understanding. Paul points to Christ as the ultimate demonstration of God’s wisdom, a message both simple and scandalous. God’s wisdom saves where human cleverness fails.

-Author Unknown 

Give Thanks To The Lord

Some food for thought.

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"Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever. (NLT)" -Psalm 107:1

"Remember that God is good. Give thanks for what he has done and the ways he has carried you through tough times. There is always beauty to thank God for in the chaos if we are willing to see it. Thank him for his creation, the breath in your lungs, the people you love, and for his gracious love. "

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But Those

Something to think on

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"But those who wish to boast should boast in this alone: that they truly know me and understand that I am the LORD who demonstrates unfailing love and who brings justice and righteousness to the earth, and that I delight in these things. I, the LORD, have spoken! (NLT)" -"Jeremiah 9:24 "

"Knowing God should be the place we gain our worth, identity, and the thing that we share most proudly with others. When we meet others how do we define ourselves? Do you share your professional accomplishments? Your family size? Your educational success? Or do you share how knowing God has resulted in miraculous provision for your life. Reframe how you talk about your life, leading with God has provided and then sharing all He has done for you. "

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He Knows Your Need

This! 

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He Knows Your Need

Devotional 

“Do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all.” (Matthew 6:31–32)

Jesus wants his followers to be free from worry. In Matthew 6:25–34, he gives at least seven arguments designed to take away our anxiety. One of them lists food and drink and clothing, and then says, “Your heavenly Father knows that you need them all” (Matthew 6:32).

Jesus must mean that God’s knowing is accompanied by his desiring to meet our need. He is emphasizing we have a Father. And this Father is better than any earthly father.

I have five children. I love to meet their needs. But my knowing falls short of God’s knowing in at least three ways.

First, right now I don’t know where any of my children are. I could guess. They’re in their homes or at work or school, healthy and safe. But they might be lying on a sidewalk with a heart attack.

Second, I don’t know what is in their heart at any given moment. I can guess from time to time. But they may be feeling some fear or hurt or anger or lust or greed or joy or hope. I can’t see their hearts. They don’t even know their own hearts perfectly.

Third, I don’t know their future. Right now they may seem well and steady. But tomorrow some great sorrow may befall them.

This means I can’t be for them a very strong reason not to worry. There are things that may be happening to them now, or may happen tomorrow, that I do not even know about. But it is totally different with their Father in heaven. Our Father in heaven! He knows everything about us, where we are, now and tomorrow, inside and out. He sees every need.

Add to that, his huge eagerness to meet our needs. Remember the “much more” of Matthew 6:30, “If God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you?”

Add to that his complete ability to do what he is eager to do (he feeds billions of birds hourly, around the world, Matthew 6:26).

So join me in trusting the promise of Jesus to meet our needs. That’s what Jesus is calling for when he says, “Your heavenly Father knows that you need them all.”

Devotional excerpted from “Your Father Knows What You Need”

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Never Let Loyalty And Kindness Leave

Loyalty and Kindness...there isn't anything better to behold and do.

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Never let loyalty and kindness leave you! Tie them around your neck as a reminder. Write them deep within your heart. (NLT) -Proverbs 3:3

"Kindness is what it looks like to to be a Christ follower. You should stand out in your workplace and community as a kind person. Kindness should color your every interaction, from checking out at the grocery store to how you address your spouse. Let kindness define your actions today. "

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Quote Of The Day - Be The Living Expression

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Quote of the Day – Mother Teresa

Be the living expression of God’s kindness; kindness in your face, kindness in your eyes, kindness in your smile.

– Mother Teresa

Quote Of The Day - Living Expression

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Quote of the Day – Mother Teresa

Be a living expression of God’s kindness.

– Mother Teresa

Listening To God

There is nothing better or more important than to listen to God.

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Listening to God

Young Samuel learned to recognize God’s voice — a reminder that hearing begins with a willing heart. Jesus later said His sheep know His voice too. When we slow down and listen, we discover that the same God who spoke to Samuel still speaks today.

-Author Unknown 

Quote Of The Day - Because I

This...

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Quote of the Day – Mother Teresa

Because I cannot rely on myself, I rely on Him, twenty-four hours a day.

– Mother Teresa

Salt Is Good

Some food for that.

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"Salt is good for seasoning. But if it loses its flavor, how do you make it salty again? You must have the qualities of salt among yourselves and live in peace with each other. (NLT)" -Mark 9:50

"Have you watched the news lately? It's pretty scary out there! We could use more salt here on the earth. Salt is used to preserve foods from decaying. As believers, we can be salt by flavoring this world with peace and truly make a difference. Let's use peace to preserve the lives of many!"

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Quote Of The Day - Don’t Let

Amen!

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Quote of the Day -Joyce Meyer

“Don’t let your feelings be a God to you.” 

– Joyce Meyer

Salvation Through Weakness

Something to think about. 

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Salvation Through Weakness

Gideon felt small and unqualified, but God chose him to show that victory doesn’t depend on strength — it depends on faith. In Jesus, we see that same pattern: power made perfect in weakness. God delights in using humble hearts to display His glory.

-Author Unknown