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From Grace to More Grace
The grace of God expresses itself in so many different ways when we seek Him first and follow His directives. Grace is His unmerited favor towards us. We can’t and didn’t do anything to earn it. Through His grace, He’s given us salvation through the Lord Jesus Christ. Ephesians 1:3 tells us that He has…
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The Unfinished Business of Repentance
In Deuteronomy 11:26-28(NLT), through Moses, God told His people living in Old Testament times, “26 Look, today I am giving you the choice between a blessing and a curse! 27 You will be blessed if you obey the commands of the LORD your God that I am giving you today. 28 But you will be…
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Waiting on the Man God Has for You
1 Corinthians 11:8(NLT) “For the first man didn’t come from woman, but the first woman came from man. 9; And man was not made for woman, but woman was made for man.” “God, did I hear you say “Yes” to this relationship – Is he the one, Father?” If we’re being honest, many single believers…
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The Lord Sees It Differently
1 Samuel 16:7 (NLT) “But the Lord said to Samuel, “Don’t judge by his appearance or height, for I have rejected him. The Lord doesn’t see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” There are varying opinions with biblical scholars over whether Jesse had…
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God Made the Woman Just Right for the Man
Genesis 2:18(NLT) “Then the Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper who is just right for him.”” This verse in Genesis 2:18 is incredibly easy to understand, but as with many verses like it, we have the privilege of taking it apart to digest…
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Humility Is Where It’s At!
It’s challenging to imagine that our loving Heavenly Father would hate anything, but the Bible tells us specific actions and attitudes that are an abomination to Him. An abomination is something God finds detestable, and pride is one of those things. Pride is an attitude and mindset that is expressed when people think more of…
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Listen, Learn, and Love
“31 If you listen to constructive criticism, you will be at home among the wise. 32; If you reject discipline, you only harm yourself; but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding.” Proverbs 15:31-32(NLT) People say I have a way of making others feel comfortable, and it’s easy to talk to me. As…
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We Have a Job to Do!
James 1:21-24(NLT) “21 So get rid of all the filth and evil in your lives, and humbly accept the word God has planted in your hearts, for it has the power to save your souls. 22 But don’t just listen to God’s word. You must do what it says. Otherwise, you are only fooling yourselves.…
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Be Calm, Have Faith, and Speak the Truth
In John 16:33(NLT), Jesus Christ was speaking with his disciples and said, “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” We should be bubbling over with joy because we know God…
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Sold-out on God’s Goodness
As we progress forward in our relationship with God through the Lord Jesus Christ, we will be required to frequently give ourselves a check-up from the neck-up. But not only will we have to hold our thoughts up to the truth of God’s Word to see if we are on point, but we will need…
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Never Judge A Book by Its Cover
One Saturday afternoon, while I was parked at the grocery store and still sitting in my car, my oldest daughter nudged me as I was busy searching for my grocery list in my purse. “Ma, look at him! Oh, my goodness! He’s absolutely gorgeous! I hope my husband looks like that!” She said. This man…
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Your Destiny in God’s Will
The wisdom of Ecclesiastes 6:10(NLT) tells us, “Everything has already been decided. It was known long ago what each person would be. So there’s no use arguing with God about your destiny.” We will do very well in life if we allow this verse to sink into the depths of our minds and hearts. A…
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Out with the Old and In with the New
Isaiah 43:19(NLT)“For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it?” My conversation with a dear sister in Christ led me to really draw nearer to this verse of scripture in Isaiah 43. My sister-friend recently had a breakup with her significant other, and she was feeling…
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Unload the Baggage that Keeps You from Marriage
I personally know and have heard about many single believers that have become very serious about increasing their faith towards marriage and have taken a vow of abstinence. Society has tried to normalize having a physical relationship before the commitment of marriage, and even many believers have adopted this practice. The world’s strategy of testing…
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Don’t Let Anger Control You
Dear Heavenly Father, Many of us have underestimated Your commitment to see us become the image of Your Son, Jesus Christ. You have given us Your Word. You’ve given us the indwelling Holy Spirit, and You’ve given us the perfect example of Christ so that we can become the men and women You have called…
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A Hope That Is Not Deferred
Ephesians 4:21-24(NLT) instructs, “21 Since you have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from him, 22 throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. 23 Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. 24 Put on your new nature,…
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Remain in God’s Rest
Hebrews 4:1(NLT)“God’s promise of entering his rest still stands, so we ought to tremble with fear that some of you might fail to experience it.” “Don’t be in such a rush!”, my youngest daughter said to me as I hurried to get her in the car and off to school. On the drive home, after…
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Thank God for the Blessing of Wisdom
Dear Heavenly Father, You tell us in Proverbs 4:7, “Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.” Father, this makes it crystal clear that it isn’t enough to just have knowledge or to have a mind like a computer. We need Your wisdom, and we need understanding. Your…
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You Know I’m Single…
An actor was being interviewed and jokingly asked if the host had a single family member or friend that she could meet. “You know I’m single.” She said. The host responded, “Every time you’ve been on our show, you’re always single, what gives?” It doesn’t matter if you’re a beautiful Hollywood actor, a professional, or a…
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Meeting God’s Requirements and Preparing for the Ministry of Being a Wife
If you’ve been praying for a husband and haven’t met him yet, don’t get discouraged. God hears your prayers. He desires us to partner with a good man more than we desire it for ourselves. Our Heavenly Father is all-knowing and all-powerful. He is good all the time. He is not like us. He doesn’t…
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Take It Easy, God Has It Covered
Jesus Christ said in John 16:33(NLT), “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” Our Lord and Savior didn’t sugarcoat the truth. He was very clear when he told his…
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More Than What You Asked for
A close sister in Christ was very upset when she told me the man that she’s been dating over a year informed her he wanted to take a break. Immediately my heart went out to her, because I know oh too well the heartbreaking emotions she’s going through. Many of us have been blindsided this…
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When Love Is Not on Automatic
Colossians 2:7(NLT) tells us, “Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.” This scripture tells us God’s goal for us as His sons and daughters. Our roots should grow down…
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Can You Command Your Guardian Angel?
In Exodus 23:20-22(NLT), God told His people living in Old Testament times, “See, I am sending an angel before you to protect you on your journey and lead you safely to the place I have prepared for you. 21 Pay close attention to him, and obey his instructions. Do not rebel against him, for he…
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God Knows What’s Best
A while ago, a believer confided in me that he was shocked at the number of unmarried women that were okay with not having the commitment of marriage. Dating long term was right up their alley, but they didn’t see the spiritual significance of marriage. His goal was to meet someone with similar Christian values…
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When Something Is Blocking Your Blessing
Romans 8:29 tells us that God knew us in advance. Long before we entered our mother’s wombs, God had a plan for our existences. He knew exactly who we would become as human beings living on the earth, and He knows everything that is going to happen in our lives. He knows the end at…
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Thrilled About Your Faith in God
Hebrews 11:1 tells us that faith is the substance of things hoped for, and it is the evidence of things not seen. Even though you and I can’t reach out and physically touch faith, our faith is all the evidence we need. It’s the title deed to the thing we’ve prayed to receive. Even though…
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Jesus Christ Can Provide the Rest You Need
In Matthew 11:28-30(NLT), Jesus Christ said, “28 Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my…
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Christ Has Set Us Free!
We live in an environment where there are many false prophets, and they are coning people by convincing them to place their trust in what he or she, the false prophet, says. God warns us to test this stuff against the truth of His Word, because a true prophet will never speak anything that deviates…
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Make A Shift in Your Prayer Life
Whether it’s spiritual growth in Christ, better health and finances, marital restoration, or finally meeting the person that is destined to walk with us through life, we all have a desire that is on our hearts. These desires have been the subject of our prayers for quite some time, and we believe they are important…