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Tag Archives: God
SOMEWHERE IN BETWEEN
When you reach middle age, you’re considered in the prime of life. You’ve climbed the ladder of success, reached the pinnacle of career and lifetime relationships. You’ve vaulted the hurdles of education. Things are looking good. When I turned … Continue reading
Posted in Christian devotion, encouragment, God
Tagged AGING, Christian devotions, encouragement, FAITH, God, INSPIRATION, perseverance, Religion, trials
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HOW ABOUT US OLD FOGEYS
Yesterday I talked about how important it is for kids to know their value. The same is true for us old fogeys. Somewhere in middle age we become so busy building a life we forget that. When we’re on the outer … Continue reading
Posted in aging, God, Religion
Tagged adolescence, AGING, Christian dail devotions, Christianity, encouragement, FAITH, FAMILY, God, INSPIRATION, Jesus, self-worth
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NOTE TO TWEENS, TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS
I’ve spent many years instructing young people and even though our world has drastically changed over the years – the basic fears, hopes, dreams and self-esteem of our kids hasn’t. When you go from child to teen you’re entering a … Continue reading
Posted in christianity, God
Tagged adolescence, advice, christian daily devotions, encouragement, FAITH, FAMILY, God, Hope, INSPIRATION, Jesus, Religion, self-confidence
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SANCTUARY
Today, before church, I spoke with a woman whose husband will undergo chemotherapy … again. I listened as a man told of his wife’s recent surgery and the difficulties she encountered in her recovery. During the service we prayed … Continue reading
Posted in Christian devotions, Faith, God
Tagged Church, encouragement, God, inspiraion, Jesus, Religion
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YOU CAN’T HIDE
Have you ever felt like closing out the world and living in isolation for the rest of your life? I’ve had days like that, especially when I’m fighting a cold and the usual aches and pains of age. Our world … Continue reading
Posted in God, Jesus, Religion
Tagged Anxiety, christian daily devotions, encouragement, escape, God, INSPIRATION, Peace, refuge, Religion, trust
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BOUND FOR A NEW WORLD
There were 102 on board the small sailing vessel. Half of them, tired of the corruption in the Church of England, bound for a new life where they could worship as they pleased; half eager to invest time and … Continue reading
Posted in America, Chrisian daily devotions, courage, God
Tagged Christianity, courage, determination, FAITH, God, Hope, INSPIRATION, Mayflower, pilgrims
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PERSECUTION – IS IT EVER A GOOD THING?
We see the headlines every day – beheadings, dissection of human limbs from living bodies – a disgusting display of hatred upon one group of people because of their beliefs. Persecution is nothing new. It’s man’s way of showing disdain for other … Continue reading
Posted in God, peace, Religion
Tagged desperation, forgiveness, God, Hope, persecution, Sin
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SHED BLOOD
Crimson stains the sand. People running, hiding, covering themselves and others, Fear ensues, then pain, followed by anger and rage, Faces and heads shrouded in black, too cowardly to show themselves, Thoughts of waging a righteous war against those who … Continue reading
THIS DAY IN 1492
Today you don’t hear much about Christopher Columbus other than it being another time for retailers to draw in business. This explorer, like many before and since, have had their life’s work corrupted over time. In 1492, much of … Continue reading
Posted in America, Christian daily devotion, Dreams, Encouragement, ENDURING LOVE, Faith, goals, God
Tagged exploration, FAITH, Goals, God
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HAPPY SATURDAY
A day of rest for some. A day of hard work for others. Whatever lies ahead for you today, in all things, give thanks. Each day is one more opportunity to serve Him – to share His wonderful message … Continue reading
GUILT
Guilt can be defined as a feeling of remorse of something we have done intentionally or not. It can also be a negative feeling that eats away at us, because we don’t see a way out. We’ve all experienced it … Continue reading
Posted in Christian daily devotion, God
Tagged christian daily devotions, forgiveness, God, guilt, Jesus, redemption, Salvation, shame, Sin
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THOUGHT FOR TODAY
Too bad we often wait that long. He’s always with us. All we need is to go to Him.
Posted in Christian devotions, Faith, God
Tagged encouragement, FAITH, God, Hope, INSPIRATION, Jesus, Religion
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YOU ARE SPECIAL
If you feel that your role in life isn’t important – if you struggle daily with thoughts of failure – if you believe that whatever you do, it isn’t going to be enough – it’s time to put your confidence in … Continue reading
Posted in depression, God, Jesus, Religion
Tagged christian daily devotions, confidence, Depression, encouragement, FAITH, God, Hope, INSPIRATION, Jesus, life, Religion
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DO SOMETHING NICE
It seems there’s a holiday for just about everything. Today is “do something nice day.” We shouldn’t have to set just one day aside for that purpose. It should be part of our commitment as we walk our daily walk … Continue reading
Posted in christianity, God, New life
Tagged christian daily devotions, encouragement, FAITH, God, good works, holy spirit, Jesus, Religion
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WHERE IS THE HOPE?
I’ve gotten over my anger of yesterday, regarding everything that’s going on in our insane world and yet even with all the turmoil there is peace in the midst of it. I know there’s nothing I can personally do to … Continue reading
Posted in God, patriotism, Religion
Tagged America, christian daily devotions, Church, courage, encouragement, FAITH, God, INSPIRATION, Jesus, Patriotism, Religion, trust
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BITING MY TONGUE … AGAIN
I know I’m going to regret writing this, but there is no doubt where I stand with our current administration and it’s difficult to be quiet when our nation is sliding deeply into the toilet. Our world standing as a … Continue reading
Posted in christian daily devotions, politics, Religion
Tagged America, Christianity, God, INSPIRATION, Jesus, rant, Religion
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HE’S GOT OUR BACK
Prior to December, 2012, there was a scurry to stock up on food, guns and gas masks in preparation for the end of the world according to the Mayan calendar. The day came and went and the world remained. Today, the … Continue reading
Posted in God, judgment day
Tagged Anxiety, christian daily devotions, encouragement, end times, eternity, FAITH, God, INSPIRATION, Jesus, Judgment day, Religion
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PAIN CAN BE GOOD
Anyone who experiences chronic pain will look at my title today and say, “Are you kidding me?” All you want is relief, but pain is usually just a signal that something needs attention. If your muscles are sore, you rest. … Continue reading
Posted in depression, God, Religion
Tagged christian daily devotions, Depression, Emotions, encouragement, Fear, God, holy spirit, Hope, INSPIRATION, Jesus, loss, pain, Religion, sickness
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ENCOURAGE ONE ANOTHER
Why is it, that in a community of believers, there’s still room for the “put down?” Maybe because we’re human. Maybe because the devil is still allowed to roam the earth and tear away at the souls and hearts of … Continue reading
Posted in Encouragement, Faith, God
Tagged Bible, christian daily devotions, Christianity, encouragement, FAITH, Friendship, God, INSPIRATION, Jesus, Religion
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I WANT IT RIGHT NOW!
We live in a world of instant everything. We can get information just by inputting data into a computer. We are transported to far off places with the flick of a remote. Our diet may consist of fast food, microwave … Continue reading
Posted in God, patience
Tagged christian daily devotions, encouragement, endurance, FAITH, God, INSPIRATION, Jesus, Patience, Religion, trials
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