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How Much Does God Love You?
Feeling lost, forgotten by God? Jesus’ parable of the lost sheep reminds us of God’s relentless, personal love. He leaves the ninety-nine to find us when we wander. Discover the depth of God’s love today. Continue reading
Posted in Bible Study and Devotion, Biblical insights, Biblical Teachings, Christian, Christian encouragement, Christian Living, Daily Devotional, Devotional Reflections, Encouragement, Faith, Faith and Encouragement, Faith and Grace, Faith and Inspiration, Faith and Spiritual Growth, Faith and Spirituality, Faith and Trust, Faith Reflections, God's love, God's provision, Grace and Redemption, Hope, Inspirational, Jesus's teachings, Personal Reflection, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Reflection, Trust in God
Tagged bible, Christian Devotionals, Christian encouragement, Christianity, Faith, Faith and Trust, God's Love for You, Grace and Redemption, Jesus, Jesus' teachings, Luke 15:4-7, Parable of the Lost Sheep, Restoring Faith, Romans 8:38-39
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Gazing into the Future: Trusting God in the Present Moment
Struggling with worries about the future? Learn how to trust God in the present moment, anchored in His timeless promises and provision. Discover biblical truths from Matthew 6:34, Isaiah 41:10, and more to find peace and confidence for the days ahead. Continue reading
Posted in Biblical insights, Biblical Teachings, Christian, Christian encouragement, Christian Living, Daily Devotional, Dependence on God, Devotional Reflections, Faith and Dependence, Faith and Encouragement, Faith and Inspiration, Faith and Spiritual Growth, Faith and Trust, Faith Reflections, God's provision, Inspirational, Overcoming Worry, Personal Growth, Personal Reflection, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Reflection, Trust in God
Tagged bible, Bible Verses About Trust, Christian encouragement, Christianity, Daily Walk with God, Exodus 16:4, Faith, Faith over fear, God, God's provision, God’s Timing, Isaiah 41:10, Jesus, Lamentations 3:22-23, Living in the present, Matthew 6:34, New Year Reflections, Overcoming anxiety, Spiritual Growth in 2025, Trust in God
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Vote with Your Heart for Your Heart
Introduction As you may have noticed, Election Day in the United States is in just a couple of days. But fear not, this will not be a political post. As hard as it is to believe, there won’t even be … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical insights, Biblical Teachings, Christian encouragement, Christian Living, Christianity and Mental Health, Daily Devotional, Encouragement, Faith, Faith and Culture, Faith and Encouragement, Faith and Inspiration, Faith and Resilience, Faith and Resilliance, Faith and Trust, Inspirational, Jesus and the Gospel, Jesus's teachings, Life Challenges, Living in Uncertain Times, Navigating Life's Challenges, Personal Reflection, Reflections on Current Events, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Reflection, Trust in God
Tagged bible, Christian Living, Christianity, Election Day Reflections, Eternal Perspective, Faith, Faith and Politics, Finding Peace, God is in control, Hope in Uncertainty, Jesus, Philippians 4:6-7, Trusting God
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Where Are You Going?
Introduction In life, when things seem to be going well, it’s natural for us to want to maintain the status quo. We work hard to build a life where everything is in balance—where our relationships, careers, and daily routines run … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical insights, Biblical Teachings, Christian, Christian encouragement, Christian Living, Daily Devotional, Faith, Faith and Encouragement, Faith and Inspiration, God's love, Inspirational, Personal Reflection, Prayer and faith, Prayer and Worship, Self-Improvement, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Reflection
Tagged Bible study, Christian Living, Christianity, Daily Devotion, Deepening Faith, Faith, Faith Journey, God's Purpose, Personal Reflection, Spiritual Growth, Trust in God, Walking with God
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What Does God See in Us?
Introduction This week, my wife and I are celebrating 31 wonderful years of marriage. As our anniversary approaches, I find myself reflecting on the many blessings we’ve shared over the years. There have been more than a few moments when … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical insights, Biblical Teachings, Christian, Christian encouragement, Christian Living, Daily Devotional, Faith, Faith and Encouragement, Faith and Identity, Faith and Inspiration, God's love, Grace and Redemption, Inspirational, Marriage and Faith, Personal Reflection, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Reflection
Tagged Biblical Truth, Christian encouragement, Christianity, Clothed in Christ, Ephesians 2:10, Faith, Faith Journey, Galatians 3:26, God, God's Children, God's Love and Grace, God's Righteousness, Identity in Christ, Jesus, Marriage Reflection, Romans 8:15
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Weary and Burdened
Introduction I’m feeling a bit weary and burdened today. How about you? To be clear, it’s not necessarily only because of bad things that I feel a little worn out. We’re enjoying an active lifestyle, including activities I enjoy, such … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical insights, Biblical Teachings, Christian, Christian Living, Christianity and Mental Health, Daily Devotional, Dependence on God, Faith, Faith and Encouragement, God's love, Inspirational, Jesus's teachings, Life Challenges, Miracles, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Reflection, Trust in God
Tagged bible, Biblical Encouragement, Christianity, Faith, Faith in Difficult Times, Fiery Furnace, Finding Peace, God's love, God's presence, Jesus, Jesus' invitation, Matthew 11:28, Overcoming Challenges, Psalm 34:17-18, Rest in God, Shadrach Meshach and Abednego, Spiritual Renewal, Trusting God
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Dependence on God: Lessons from My Grandsons
Introduction This past week, I had the incredible joy and blessing of welcoming my second grandson into the world while continuing to spend time with my 2-year-old grandson. Observing the stark contrast between the complete helplessness of a newborn and … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical insights, Biblical Teachings, Christian, Christian Living, Daily Devotional, Dependence on God, Faith, Faith and Dependence, Faith and Encouragement, Family Relationships, God's love, Jesus's teachings, Mental Health and Wellness, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Reflection, Trust in God
Tagged bible, Biblical Wisdom, Christian encouragement, Christianity, Daily Faith, Dependence on God, Faith, Faith and Trust, Family Lessons, God, God's provision, Jesus, Life lessons, Scripture Insights, Spiritual Growth
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What It Means To Be Etched into the Palms of God’s Hands
Introduction In today’s “always connected” world, ironically, we seem to be drifting farther and farther away from one another, and sometimes even from God. There are moments when it’s easy to feel isolated, forgotten, or insignificant. Yet, in those very … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical insights, Biblical Teachings, Christian, Christian Living, Christianity and Mental Health, Daily Devotional, Faith, Faith and Encouragement, God's love, Jesus's teachings, Mental Health and Wellness, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Reflection, Trust in God
Tagged bible, Biblical Imagery, Christian encouragement, Christianity, Constant Remembrance, Divine Assurance, Eternal Love, Faith, Faith in Difficult Times, God, God's love, Hope, Jesus, Jesus' Sacrifice, Spiritual Comfort
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The Lord Bless You and Keep You
Introduction In a world that often feels tumultuous and uncertain, finding a source of true peace and enduring comfort can seem elusive. In church this morning, though, I was reminded of a blessing in Scripture that has been spoken over … Continue reading
Posted in Biblical insights, Biblical Teachings, Christian, Christian Living, Christianity and Mental Health, Daily Devotional, Faith, Miracles, Prayer and Worship, Self-Improvement, Spiritual Encouragement, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual Reflection, Trust in God
Tagged Aaronic Blessing, bible, Christianity, Community Blessing, Diving Peace, Faith, Faith and Trust, God, God's protection, God's Favor, God's love, Grace of God, Hope, Jesus, Light in the darkness, Prayer, Reflection and Meditation, Spiritual Comfort, The Blessing Song
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