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He Places the Solitary in Families
Scripture “God places the solitary in families…” (Psalm 68:6, NKJV) Word Most everyone goes through times in life when they feel a little lonely or wonder where they belong. God designed family to always be a place of love and acceptance. Maybe you didn’t come from an environment like that, or maybe you’ve been away […]
Sweet Fragrance
Scripture “For we are the sweet fragrance of Christ [which exhales] unto God…” (2 Corinthians 2:15, AMP) Word Our lives are supposed to be a sweet fragrance to God. Think about how a wonderful aroma affects you personally. When it’s springtime and the flowers are blossoming, everything feels new again. The sweet aroma in the […]
Rest for Your Soul
Scripture “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28, NIV) Word God wants to give you rest. He wants to refresh and restore your soul. It’s so easy sometimes to get caught up in the “busyness” of life. Before long, your mind, will and emotions […]
Live Skillfully
Scripture “Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings…” (Proverbs 22:29, NIV) Word Too often, it’s easy to get stuck in a rut, doing the same thing the same way over and over every day. But if we are going to live at our absolute best, we should constantly be […]
Covenant of Peace
Scripture “And I will make with them a covenant of peace…” (Ezekiel 34:25, KJV) Word No matter what you may be facing in life, God is with you. You don’t ever have to feel anxious, worried or upset because you have a covenant of peace with Almighty God. That means His peace is always available […]
What Are You Expecting
Scripture “…Open wide your mouth and I will fill it.” (Psalm 81:10, NIV) Word There is greatness inside of you! As a believer, the Holy Spirit dwells and lives within you. You have all the power and authority in heaven and earth living on the inside of you! Do you have your mouth open wide […]
Guard Your Mouth
Scripture “And become useful and helpful and kind to one another, tenderhearted, (compassionate, understanding, loving-hearted), forgiving one another [readily and freely], as God in Christ forgave you.” (Ephesians 4:32 AMP) Word As followers of Christ, our character should mirror His character. We should be helpful, kind and tender, understanding and loving to one another. Most […]
Garment of Praise
Scripture “Provide for those who grieve…a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor.” (Isaiah 61:3, NIV) Word What are you wearing today? Not on your physical body, but what’s covering your mind and emotions? Are […]
Making Wise Food Choices
Scripture “God created those foods to be eaten with thanks by faithful people who know the truth.” (1 Timothy 4:3, NLT) Word God made food to be a pleasant blessing for sustaining life on this earth. Food can have a powerful affect on people. The right foods at the right times can lift your mood […]
Something Out of Nothing
Scripture “The earth was formless and void…Then God said, ‘Let there be light’…” (Genesis 1:2–3, NASB) Word Are you believing God for something today that seems impossible? We serve a great and mighty God, and He can create something out of nothing. He can make a way when there seems to be no way! Genesis […]
Extend Forgiveness
Scripture “Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do…” (Luke 23:34, KJV) Word When you’ve been hurt or offended, sometimes it’s tempting to hold on to unforgiveness. But we have to remember, when people wrong us, our battle is not against flesh and blood. In other words, that person who […]
Keep Walking Through
Scripture “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me…” (Psalm 23:4, ESV) Word Everyone faces challenges and difficulties in life. If you are going through a valley today, know that you are not alone. God is with you! He is working […]
