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Word for the Year
“But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 19:14 (NKJV) At the beginning of a new year, many of us choose a keyword to keep us on track. My word last year was straightforward,…
Happy New Year and Blessed Decade
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) It’s exciting to be alive to experience another decade. God has been so merciful and kind to each…
Reflections
“When your children ask their fathers in time to come, saying, ‘What are these stones?’ Joshua 4:21 There are times when we need to think about the past or look back. Looking back doesn’t necessarily mean that we should attempt to go back. Reflecting is a means of assessing our…
“The Perfect Gift”
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” John 3:16 NKJV At this time of the year, we can expend much thought and countless hours trying to purchase the perfect Christmas gift for…
Let’s Pause
“In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Before we put the fork in our mouths, “Let’s Pause,” and thank our Lord for His grace and mercy. Let’s not be like the nine lepers who took God’s gift of…
A Life Well-Shaped
“My suffering was good for me, for it taught me to pay attention to your decrees.” Psalm 117:91, NLT Every human on the face of this earth has a story that includes afflictions. Even the most accomplished and wealthiest people have experienced pain and adversity. Many of us wonder why we…
Release the Fear
“No man shall be able to stand before you all the days of your life; as I was with Moses, so I will be with you. I will not leave you nor forsake you. Be strong and of good courage…” Joshua 1:5-6 Fear has a way of gripping the heart…
Not Without Tenacity
“And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope.” Romans 5:3-4 NKJV From a little girl, I can remember wanting to do things right, even when it was beyond my skill level. My nature is to stick with…
It’s Time to Take A Stand
“And if it seems evil to you to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you dwell. But as for…
Are You Operating At Peak Performance?
“For the kingdom of heaven is like a man traveling to a far country, who called his own servants and delivered his goods to them. And to one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one, to each according to his own ability; and immediately he went…
