Tag: devotional
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Take a Chill Pill and Relax
Have you ever encountered someone whose approach to faith felt rigid or uptight? Maybe their demeanor seemed more focused on rules and appearances than on genuine love and compassion. It’s important for us as Christians to reflect on how we live out our faith in a way that truly represents Christ’s character. Consider the Pharisees…
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Embracing Who You Are in Christ
Navigating our identity as Christians can be challenging. Often, we begin our journey with zeal and purpose, only to find ourselves entangled in the shadows of our past identities. We desire to live a purpose-driven life for Christ, yet we struggle to fully embrace the responsibilities and roles that enable us to fulfill this calling.…
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The Power of Memories
Have you ever been caught off guard by a memory? Maybe it was a fragrance that brought back the warmth of a grandmother’s kitchen, or a song that transported you to a specific moment in time. Memories have a remarkable ability to resurface unexpectedly, weaving together the fabric of our past with the present. Memories…
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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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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, Micah…
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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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