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  • Obstaces

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    Most of us have had an occasion where an unexpected trial or obstacle has knocked us flat, interrupting everyday plans and routines. And when a stumbling block appears out-of-the-blue, a bucket full of emotions is sure to follow. Since God… Read More ›

  • God's Comfort, God's Living Word

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    God is aware of every frustration, trial, loss, worry, and heartache we face. The Bible clearly states we will have trouble in this life (Jn. 16:33). Thankfully, God also assures us that with His strength, we can endure every challenge… Read More ›

  • Moving Ahead In Fear

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    Fear can petrify, but only because we’ve given it power. If we remember God is always by our side, the fears causing us to quake in our boots will suddenly be exposed as the imaginary monsters that once lived under… Read More ›

  • Are You Following God?

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    Impatient and not willing to wait for God’s alignment of circumstances, too many of us interfere with God’s way of doing things. We step in, and with our own might and intellect, we try to hurry things along. We push… Read More ›

  • Are The Plans Of God Haphazard?

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    God’s way will turn a man’s thoughts inside out and upside down. We can’t forecast the way God works. The wisdom of the world would argue that God is haphazard, but He is not calculable in His providence. He works… Read More ›

  • The Gospel Of Peace

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    The Christian spiritual race is an uphill climb, full of snares and rough places. A smart runner selects shoes that will carry him through every type terrain. Our spiritual armor includes shoes, and we are instructed to “shod our feet… Read More ›

  • Submission Is Love

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    In this day and time, the word submission is often held in a negative light. It is confused with control and servility, a slavish submission to others ruling over us. But, when viewed with a spiritual perspective, submission is an… Read More ›

  • Suddenly, God Moved

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    There are many stories in the Bible where patience, endurance, and perseverance were necessary to obtain the promises of God. These are wonderful traits and all of them are helpful in our Christian walk. The life of Joseph and Abraham… Read More ›

  • The Words Of My Mouth

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    Our words indicate what is in our heart. Love stimulates words of encouragement and good will, but unrighteous anger and hatred drive us to spew remarks that cut to the very bone. The tongue, though a small muscle, is mighty… Read More ›

  • Valley of Detours

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    Have you ever read the wonderful book by Hannah Hurnard, Hinds Feet In High Places? If not, I highly recommend that you do. The main character, Much Afraid, decides to trust the Good Shepherd and travel to His kingdom, which… Read More ›

  • Will You Speak?

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    Uniquely formed by the hands of God, with special gifts and talents, each one of us has been created to fulfill a specific purpose. Understanding the cost of our redemption, a freely given blood sacrifice, humbles man into submission. Therefore,… Read More ›

  • Flawed But Still Useful To God

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    Well-known men and women featured in the Bible were flawed. Some would even call them failures in present times. The stories of Adam and Eve, Abraham and Sarah, even Hosea are examples of serious family dysfunction. Although the Bible praises… Read More ›

  • God, Be My Vision In 2016

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    Magicians utilize a reliance on vision to fool their audience with illusions. A slight of hand might be employed to make a person or rabbit disappear. But, when David Copperfield (apparently) made the Statue of Liberty vanish before our very… Read More ›

  • Distractions

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    Everyday life is filled with distractions. Daily goals are met with enticements and diversions that hinder or impede their achievement. Then, while slipping into bed, we review our day and roll our eyes over the many different directions our rabbit… Read More ›

  • Easter Message: Love Requires Sacrifice

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    According to John 3:16, God loved/loves the world. “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” John 3:16 (NKJV) From these words, we… Read More ›

  • Facing GIANT Fears

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    Giants were actual biblical figures (Gen. 6:4, Num. 13:33), which intimidated and triggered fear in man. If used as an analogy, giants are obstacles and fears that hinder God’s direction in our life. New career paths, a step into ministry,… Read More ›

  • Lessons From An Olive Tree

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    The Hebrew word for olive tree is es shemen, which literally means “tree of oil.” It is from a primitive root meaning “to shine.” It is related to the word shemesh, “to be brilliant,” which is also the Hebrew word for the “sun.” “Again… Read More ›

  • 5 Star Book Review for FACING TRIALS Devotional

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    I just had to share this wonderful book review for my book, FACING TRIALS: THOUGHTS FOR MEDITATION. It is such a blessing to write words of hope and comfort for others going through difficult times. I need book reviews for… Read More ›

  • Plant A Seed In My Heart, Lord

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    Plant a seed in my heart, Lord                                                                  … Read More ›

  • How Well Do You Know The Enemy?

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    Whether Christians like it or not, we are at war. The Bible is very clear about whom our enemy is, and how we ought to protect ourselves from the devil. Skirmishes are fought in the heavenly realm and not just… Read More ›

  • Fear Hinders Our Work For Christ

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    God does not turn a deaf ear to any righteous person crying out for help. The Lord hears their cry. Every believer should embrace this promise. And although God is spirit, and we are spirit encased within flesh, He hears… Read More ›

  • Relying On God, Daily

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    “Relying on God has to begin all over again every day as if nothing had yet been done.” ~ C.S. Lewis A mountain climber must rely on his equipment to sustain him if climbing alone. A child riding to school… Read More ›

  • Partakers of God's Sovereign Nature

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    Through the power of God, His children have been given ALL THINGS that pertain to life and godliness. Thus, we are blessed to be partakers of God’s divine nature. We need not be bound to the sin and corruption that… Read More ›

  • Grace: Unmerited Favor

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      Grace is unmerited favor: to get something that you do not deserve. Humility is a sure way to obtain the grace of God but pride will interfere and hinder God’s dispensation. Consider the character of Noah, Moses, Joseph, Joshua,… Read More ›

  • Complaining

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    Complaining is an everyday occurrence, acceptable in all social norms. It is one way to open up a conversation with strangers. Everything is fair game when it comes to expressing dissatisfaction or annoyance. Maybe the weather doesn’t agree with us, so… Read More ›

  • To Adore Christ Jesus

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    Psalm 2:12 speaks of “kissing the Son.” This is an example of adoration. But the actual words, adore and adoration, are not found in Scripture. To adore God is to express reverence and homage; worship. Jews demonstrated their adoration for… Read More ›

  • Tribulations, Gratitude, And The Holidays

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    Difficult times do not go on vacation when the holidays roll in. Loved ones still die, brave fighting men and women continue to endure battle wounds, terrorists find new ways to murder innocent people, financial ruin knocks down new doors,… Read More ›

  • The Peace Of Christ

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    Jesus did not enter this world to bring peace. Rather, He came wielding a very sharp sword. In fact, this weapon is so keen and precise that it pierces between soul and spirit. With supernatural power, it discerns our thoughts… Read More ›

  • Comfort Zone

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    There is a danger in becoming too comfortable with where we are in life. It is one thing to be content and another thing to stagnate. With our spiritual walk with Christ, we must continue to run our race. We… Read More ›

  • Are You A Dull Knife?

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    An excerpt from my book Facing Adversity: Thoughts of Wisdom, Praise, and Promise **Available on Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Facing-Adversity-Though…/…/ref=sr_1_1… IRON SHARPENS IRON “Iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” Proverbs 27:17 (NIV) A dull knife is still a knife but far… Read More ›