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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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Strength and Patience

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Payphone or cell phone? MP3 or antique gramophone? Computer screen or chalkboard? No contest. We are a technology generation. It’s great to use, but it fosters impatience. If my internet connection doesn’t open, I can’t post this devotional. Email or text messages beg for my immediate reply. Do I treat prayer the same way? I pray, send a prayer heavenward, and anticipate an instant message reply. Frustration follows when I don’t hear from God. Perhaps he answered with silence, and I missed the message to wait. His delayed response brings patience. Patience strengthens me while I wait.

But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint, (Isaiah 40:31, Holy Bible, King James).

    Prayer : Lord, I have an abundance of , but I’m short on patience. Strengthen me while I wait. Amen.
    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Awesome!

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Come and see what our God has done, what awesome miracles he performs for people! (Psalm 66:5, Holy Bible, New Living Translation).

Awesome! This overused word is interwoven into conversations to describe anything above average. It’s linked to fashion, talents, gourmet foods, websites, gadgets, and travels. The King James Version translates awesome as “terrible.” Imagine this scene. We’re looking over the splendid Grand Canyon. I wave my arms and shout out “Terrible!” You wouldn’t understand my comment. If I said “awesome” you would know I’m impressed with God’s creation. That’s what the psalmist meant—full of awe, awesome—when he recognized God’s magnificent miracles. Awesome! That word belongs to God.

    Prayer : Lord, when I see Your creations and witness miracles You have given to us, they are awesome! Amen.
    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Immeasurable Joy

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How much joy does it take to fill a cup? A bucket? An ocean? Joy cannot be dispensed like liquid for a recipe. It can’t be contained like filling a bathtub for a soothing soak. Joy can’t be counted by barrels. When we bask in the presence of Jehovah, we are surrounded by an ocean of immeasurable joy.

In Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore (Psalm 16:11 from the Holy Bible, New King James).

    Prayer: Lord Jesus, You cover me with Your presence. Let me experience the fullness of Your joy. Amen.
    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Search and Rescue

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If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them wanders away, what will he do? Won’t he leave the ninety-nine others on the hills and go out to search for the one that is lost? (Matthew 18:12 Holy Bible, New Living Translation).

    If a family member, friend or someone from your community goes missing, a search gets underway. Panic turns to organized involvement and support. Volunteers forget daily routine and concentrate on the search. Jesus told the story of the missing sheep as a reminder that the ninety-nine are safe. He leaves the flock to search for one lost sheep. If you’ve wandered away from the Great Shepherd, rescue is on the way.
    Prayer : Lord, I need Your caring touch to carry me back to safety. Amen.
    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Survival Lesson

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Consider the lilies, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin; but I tell you, not even Solomon in all his glory clothed himself like one of these, (Luke 12:27, Holy Bible, New American Standard).

    The disciples of Jesus were concerned about life’s necessities after they left their careers to follow Him. With no source of income, how would they survive? Even the basics of food, housing, clothing—the same things we worry about today—were beyond their reach. Jesus compared the thriving field lilies to the wealthy King Solomon’s wardrobe. Their natural beauty from the master weaver assured them He would care for them. Nothing has changed. Lilies bloom. God still cares for His followers.
    Prayer: Eternal God, this lesson from the lilies is my assurance that You care for me. Amen.
    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Refuge

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The LORD will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble” (Psalm 9:9, Holy Bible, King James Version).

    Trouble! Had more than your share? Not interested in repeats, but they continue? The Psalmist offers a solution. When life overwhelms you, the Lord will provide a safety net. If your journey has lead you into oppression, step into God’s safe house and rest sheltered by His peace.
    Prayer: Heavenly Father, I have no place to turn but You. Shelter me in my times of trouble. Amen.
    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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Looking for Inspiration

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I look up to the hills, but where does my help come from? (Psalm 121:1, Holy Bible, New Century Version)

    For several years, I’ve watched surrounding hills known locally as the Altamont, defy winter and glow with miles of fresh green groundcover. Absence of rain thwarted the transformation from summer browns to winter green. Inspiration whispers that the hills don’t complain about the defiance of seasons. They perform their protective sentinel duty year round, surrounded by green or brown.

Prayer: Lord, I miss the phenomenon of new life surrounding me this winter. Let me see Your glory no matter what season. Amen.

    Devotion by Violet Carr Moore
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