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Unbroken Covenant

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“For the mountains may move and the hills disappear, but even then my faithful love for you will remain. My covenant of blessing will never be broken,” says the LORD, who has mercy on you,” (Isaiah 54:10, Holy Bible, New Living Translation).

    I can’t imagine a day that mountains of majestic beauty will be swallowed into the earth or crumble into the sea leaving a flat skyline. God says even if that catastrophic phenomenon occurs, it won’t shake His love for me. His covenant of blessings will continue, never to be broken.

      Prayer: Lord, if the day comes when mountains slip into the sea, I will cling to Your promise. Your love and blessings will continue to be mine. Amen.

      Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Courageous Heroes

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“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go,” (Joshua 1:9, Holy Bible, New King James).

    It’s been said that everyone has a reservoir of hidden courage that surfaces when needed. I’ve heard of ordinary people who performed heroic feats in emergencies. I’ve wondered what pushed them to abandon their fear to help others. Perhaps it begins with recognition that God is their source of courage, for He is with them.
    Prayer: Lord, give me the strength to be courageous because You are with me everywhere I go. Amen.
    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Trailblazers

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    “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us,” (Hebrews 12:1, Holy Bible, New Living Translation).

      Running a race isn’t easy. Ask anyone who has participated in a marathon. New runners capture the spirit of the race first. They train. They run. They hear the roar of crowd as they pass each marker. Christians run individual marathons, following the path of witnesses, trailblazers, who have lived the life of faith and won the race.
      Prayer: Lord, I am grateful for those who blazed the trail before me and have become my examples of faith. Amen.
      Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Sounds of Success

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O clap your hands, all ye people; shout unto God with the voice of triumph, (Psalm 47:1, Holy Bible, King James).

    Vocal chords betray inner emotions. Discouraged? The voice will tell. Exuberant? No way to contain the excitement of tumbling words. This psalmist pushes aside the difficulties of life with the admonition to forget unfortunate situations and shout with the voice of triumph. Give it a try. Let your victorious voice be heard today.
    Prayer: Lord, I push aside my despair. I clap my hand and shout triumphant praises to Your holy name. Amen.
    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Blackout

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The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?(Psalm 27:1, Holy Bible King James)

    Have you ever been lost with no street lights? Ever fumbled for a flashlight during an electrical power failure? Until that smidgeon of light helps you focus on your path, you’re in a blackout. Sometimes life is like that. A blackout with nothing visible. Until you look toward the Lord. He is your light and your salvation.
    Prayer: Lord, when I stumble in darkness, shine Your light on me and give me strength. Amen.
    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Universal Language

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Multitudes of languages and cultures employ a variety of customs to affirm the greatness of God. If sojourners don’t speak the local dialect, does it separate them from the holy presence of God? What if the local deity is not the eternal God? Consider the Psalmist David’s revelation to the chief musician.

The heavens declare the glory of God; And the firmament shows His handiwork. Day unto day utters speech, And night unto night reveals knowledge. There is no speech nor language Where their voice is not heard. (Psalm 19: 1-3, Holy Bible, New King James)

Prayer: Eternal God, wherever I am, I see Your glory revealed in the heavens and feel Your presence in my soul. Amen.

    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Head in the Clouds

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“And the LORD went before them by day in a pillar of a cloud, to lead them the way;” (Exodus 13:21 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible).

Walking around with your head in the clouds is not always negative! Oh, how I want to spend my day walking under the cloud of God’s direction. The cloud of His presence can provide protection from the heat of difficult circumstances or bring a refreshing rain to my soul.

Prayer: Thank You, Lord Jesus, for being my pillar of cloud everywhere I go!

Devotion by Julie Long

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A One-Track Mind

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“Then Jesus explained: “My nourishment comes from doing the will of God, who sent me, and from finishing his work.” (John 4:34 in the New Living Translation of the Holy Bible).

It’s not often that we accept the statement, “You have a one-track mind”, as a compliment. But, when it comes to serving God and fulfilling His will in my life, I want to have singleness of purpose. Just as Jesus did not allow friends or family to sidetrack Him from the mission, it is my prayer that God would keep me from distractions that would blur my vision and keep me from reaching my Heavenly goal.

Prayer: Lord, I thank You for a single-minded focus!

Devotion by Julie Long

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Built by Jesus

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“They attacked me at a moment when I was in distress, but the LORD supported me” (Psalm 18:18 in the New Living Translation of the Holy Bible).

The strength of a building lies in its framework and foundation. The shell of wood, steel and concrete ensures the integrity and durability of the structure. In the same way, if Jesus Christ is the sure foundation and framework around which we have built our lives, when life’s storms and calamities threaten to overwhelm us, He is our strong support!

Prayer: In my moments of fear; through every pain, every tear; You have been my tower of refuge and strength. I lean on You, Lord!

Devotion by Julie Long

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