Tag: friends
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Navigating Friendships with Non-believers
As Christians, we are called to love others, including those who do not share our faith. However, navigating friendships with non-believers can sometimes feel challenging. How do we maintain our faith while building relationships with people who hold different beliefs? How do we balance being a light in their lives without compromising our convictions? The…
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Cheers to God’s Blessings
The word cheers often accompanies moments of celebration—a toast with friends, a milestone reached, or a joyful occasion shared. It’s a word that carries connotations of goodwill, happiness, and shared gratitude. In essence, saying cheers is an acknowledgment of something good and a declaration of appreciation or hope for continued blessings. As believers, we have…
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Friends, Best Friends, and Frenemies
It’s natural for us to be drawn to people who are different from us, including non-Christians. Their lives can sometimes seem more exciting and less restrictive than ours. However, God has set up guidelines to protect us, much like parents do for their children. 2 Corinthians 6:14 (NIV) advises, “Do not be yoked together with…
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Selflessness
This act of selflessness reminded me of the hospitality I experienced in my own upbringing, where my parents exemplified the gift of hospitality with open hearts and open doors. Their unwavering commitment to prioritizing others over themselves left a lasting impact on me. This devotion explores the biblical foundation of loving others first, drawing inspiration…
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The Importance of Healthy Relationships
As we approach the conclusion of this year, I invite you to reflect on the health of your relationships. Take a thoughtful examination of your connections within your immediate family, extended family, friends, coworkers, and church family. Are there strains or perhaps voids in any of these areas? Consider whether you’re fully invested, partially engaged,…
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Finding Freedom in God’s Plans
Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) – “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.” “Why?” – A simple question that holds immense power and significance in our lives. It is a question we often ask ourselves…
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The Picnic: A Time for Fellowship, Sharing, and Evangelism
Mark 6:30-44 “I’m soooo busy” is a common sentence I hear from people a lot. That can mean finding quality time to spend with our family and friends can sometimes be challenging. However, the Lord has graciously provided us with opportunities to build and strengthen relationships while also engaging in the work of spreading His…
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The Power of Listening: A Christian’s Guide to Effective Communication
Proverbs 18:13 (NIV) – “To answer before listening— that is folly and shame.” I must admit that poor listening skills are a pet peeve for me. It drives me crazy when I try to talk and someone either cuts me off or rolls their eyes when I am talking or when other people finish my…
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You Can Do Anything God is Calling You To Do
Exodus 4: 10-12 But Moses said to the LORD, “Oh, my Lord, I am not eloquent, either in the past or since you have spoken to your servant, but I am slow of speech and of tongue.” Then the LORD said to him, “Who has made man’s mouth? Who makes him mute, or deaf, or…
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