Without faith, it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him. (Hebrews 11:6 NIV) There is plenty of evidence for the existence of God, but if we could actually prove it, we wouldn’t need faith. God left us Read More
Jesus called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. What good is it for someone to gain the whole world yet forfeit their soul? (Mark 8:34, 36 NIV) Jesus, your purposes are generally the opposite
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We know that God answers prayers – prayers of all kinds. A child’s prayer. A prayer for something some may consider minor – to an intense prayer to save some people’s life or soul. The answer may not always be the answer we want, but it is the one we need. Lord, I want to
Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm. (Proverbs 13:20 NIV) Lord, help me to set a good example and to be mindful of the company I keep. I am not here to judge, but I want to keep company with those using their time on this earth in
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Who is wise? Let them realize these things. Who is discerning? Let them understand. The ways of the Lord are right; the righteous walk in them, but the rebellious stumble in them. (Hosea 14:9 NIV) I am here right now, Father because I do want to walk in Your ways. I know the key is
I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession, and thanksgiving be made for all people – for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 1 Timothy 2:1-2 Whether we keep an actual prayer list, a list in our heads, or no
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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
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You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. (Isaiah 26:3 NIV) There is a unique toy on the market that reminds me of a mini Humpty Dumpty without legs. It’s called a Weeble. The promotional jingle for it is “Weebles wobble, but they don’t fall down! Sometimes
Every day of every week is someone’s birthday. Today is my husband’s 70th! Happy birthday, Jerry! I love you now more than the day we met!
Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. (Proverbs 31:30 NIV) Lord, today I will be in the spotlight. I’ve been given an opportunity to be in front of a group, and I want to do the best job conveying my important message, so be
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