Category: Devotional
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Clarity is Key
While scanning my emails the other day I say the word circumlocution as the word of the day in the subject line. It immediately caught my eye, so I stopped to open the email and get more information. Circumlocution means the use of many words where fewer would do, especially in a deliberate attempt to…
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Live Life with Purpose
The other day I was in a little boutique and came across a vintage Boy Scout compass. It reminded me of a time that my father gave me a compass and taught me how to use it. It and the stars, my dad said, would always be the way to find my way home if…
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The Journey from Feelings to Facts to Findings
Today, let’s delve into the journey from feelings to facts to findings. Imagine this scenario: You hear a rumor about someone you know, maybe a friend or a colleague. Your first reaction might be a surge of emotions – shock, anger, disbelief, or maybe even betrayal, depending on the nature of the rumor. It’s natural…
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Encouragement Along The Journey
Hey there, friend! Have you ever felt like you’re walking down a winding road, striving to live a life that honors God, but sometimes it feels like an uphill battle? Yeah, me too. But here’s the thing: even when it feels tough, God is right there with us, sending us encouragement along the way. Sometimes,…
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More Exploring Means More Enjoying
Do you remember the excitement of digging through a box of cereal as a kid, eagerly searching for the prize hidden inside? Whether it was a toy, sticker, or temporary tattoo, the thrill of discovering that hidden treasure made the cereal taste even better. Or perhaps you recall the joy of finding the prize buried…
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How To Live in Tumultuous Times
] Today, I want to take you on a journey back in time—to the days of the prophet Micah. Now, you might be wondering, “What does Micah have to do with us today?” Well, stick with me, and you’ll see how his message is just as relevant now as it was back then. You see,…
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Like Sands in The Hour Glass
Have you ever stopped to think about the passing of time in our lives? It’s kind of like watching the sand slowly trickle through an hourglass, isn’t it? When I was growing up my mother watched a daytime soap opera called Day of our Lives. They began the show by showing an hourglass with sand…
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Blessed Are the Cracked
Hey there, have you ever heard the saying, “Blessed are the cracked, for they will let in the light” by Groucho Marx? It’s a powerful reminder that even in our brokenness and imperfection, God can use us to bring light into the world. You see, as Christians, we’re all cracked in some way or another.…
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The Fickleness of Human Hearts
It’s Palm Sunday, and the streets are filled with excitement and anticipation as Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a donkey. The crowds are waving palm branches and shouting “Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!” It’s a scene of celebration and adoration, with the people openly acknowledging Jesus as…