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Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” I have a letterboard in my kitchen and I change the quote on it every so often. They are usually humorous, but a few weeks ago (with everything going on in the world) I decided to do something a little more serious. The quote says this: “The world is changed by your example, not by your opinion” – Paulo Coelho. It is so easy to trust in what…
Proverbs 16:3-4 ESV “Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established. The Lord has made everything for its purpose, even the wicked for the day of trouble.” I am so thankful for the strength and assurance that I find in God’s word. Often life can be…
Matthew 11:28-30 NLT “Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my…
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“Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 My word for this year has been “grateful” I decided that I needed to change my perspective on a lot of things, and the way to do that was to show gratitude for everything I do have. It’s easy to complain about what we DON’T have – a new car, better paying job, a bigger home.. but it’s harder to do that when you are instead thankful for what you DO have. My car gets me from point A to…
“But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.” I Timothy 6:6-8 I like the way Max Lucado describes the word content in his book, In the Grip of Grace: “a state of heart in which you would be at peace if God gave you nothing more than He already has.” Up until the last two years, I enjoyed traveling. At least a couple of times a year, I was able to attend a Gospel concert…
“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” (2 Timothy 1:7 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible) Why do we give up too soon? I know how it feels when you are given a cancer diagnosis; you think it’s the end. But can I tell you that it’s not over yet. God has a plan and you are in the hollow of His hand! Having been diagnosed with breast cancer three times, I can tell you that it’s not over until God says it’s over!…
“But the father said to his slaves, ‘Hurry! Bring the best robe, and put it on him! Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet! Bring the fattened calf and kill it! Let us eat and celebrate” (Luke 15:22-23, New English Translation). Have you ever been part of a surprise party, either as the recipient or as one attending? I have, and it’s fun to see the look on the person’s face when they realize what is happening. Not long ago I was part of just such an occasion, and it was my task to get the birthday…
