Do Not Be Afraid How many times can we find the phrase in the scripture, “Do not be afraid.”? Jesus was speaking these words to the ruler of the synagogue whose little daughter was dying. “While He was still speaking, some came from the ruler of the synagogue’s house who...
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Are you struggling? Do you wonder why? The Bible says that all our efforts are useless and fruitless if we do not partner with the Lord. “Unless the Lord builds the house, They labor in vain who build it; Unless the Lord guards the city, The watchman stays awake in...
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You may have asked this question, What does God want me to do with my life? Should I go this way or that way? Many are frozen, waiting for God to move, afraid to make a decision. God says, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the...
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Empty Shelves Have you ever been to a food store and the shelves were empty? That happened to me one time, and it made me realize how dependent I was on the store for the source of my food. It made me contemplate, who really is my source? Jesus talks...
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Before you answer, let me expand on the words positive and attitude. The synonym for positive is favorable, and the synonym for attitude is thinking. So let me ask the question again, Do you have favorable thinking attitude? Other words, is the way you think going to have a favorable...
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How Does Grief Affect Us? There are many lists of possible reactions that address how grief may affect our emotions. On the list anger and blame usually show up. But, if we have the Holy Spirit living in us, the fruit of that Spirit is patience, longsuffering and self-control. (Galatians...
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Do you struggle with doing something you know you should not do? Paul did, “I don’t really understand myself, for I want to do what is right, but I don’t do it.” Romans 7:15 We all struggle with temptation, after all, we are only human. The temptation is a temptation...
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The months go by after a death, divorce or when you receive news of a terminal illness; and each one is counted. David understood anguish, “Have mercy on me, O Lord, for I am weak; O Lord, heal me, for my bones are troubled. My soul also is greatly troubled;...
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The hopeful heart Hope sets a heart on the right path, God’s path. “Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart, All you who hope in the Lord. ” Psalms 31:24 “I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, And in His word I do hope.” Psalm 130:5
