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Living God’s Way
An old classmate was curious why he hasn’t seen me in the usual places that many of them hangout. I told him that there are certain activities that I don’t enjoy. I further explained that I’m a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, and my desire is to live by his example and do what…
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Equipped to Endure!
1Thessalonians 5:16-18(NLT) 16 Always be joyful. 17 Never stop praying. 18 Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. You see co-workers going away on vacations with their husbands. You hear other sister-friends talk about wonderful evenings shared with their special someone. Even old classmates that were…
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The Treasure of a True Friend
Proverbs 27:9-10(NLT) 9 The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense. 10 Never abandon a friend—either yours or your father’s. Friendship day is typically in the month of August and honoring our friends in some way is a very sweet thing to do. If you’re blessed to have one or…
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The Experience of a Godly Woman
Can a good and Godly man find a good and Godly wife in our day and age? Some are a bit hesitant to answer this question. We’re hearing so much negativity when it comes to relationships that many people are losing faith that truly quality individuals exist. “They don’t make em’ like they used to.”…
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Rejoicing through Tribulations and Troubles
Romans 5:3(NLT) states, “We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance.” This is one of those scriptures that stops us right in our tracks. We all know how heartbreaking and disappointing tribulations can be. They sometimes have us doubled over in emotional pain,…
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Your Perception Isn’t Necessarily Reality
Proverbs 31:10(NLT) is speaking directly to the man of God when it says, “A good woman is hard to find, and worth far more than diamonds.” There are priceless lessons of God’s wisdom in this verse and they all speak to Heavenly Father’s masterful design of the marital union and the roles of both the…
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God is Waiting on You
Romans 8:29(NIV) says, “For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.” Many believers underestimate God’s allegiance to this verse and some even think He will negotiate with them over it. God’s goal for everyone is to…
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Well-Meaning, but Inaccurate
Dear Heavenly Father, In Isaiah 41:10(NLT), You told Your people living in Old Testament times, “Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” These were tremendously comforting words for Your…
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The Gift She Will Always Carry in Her Heart
After watching a television show, a middle-aged wife was curious and asked her husband what he thought about a woman taking it upon herself to propose to her boyfriend. Most people who don’t know much about the Bible or don’t adhere to God’s standards will probably come down on the side of ‘Go for it,…
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Details of Your Destiny
Ecclesiastes 6:10-12(NLT) says, “10 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. 11 The more words you speak, the less they mean. So what good are they? 12 In the few days of our meaningless lives, who knows…
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A Marriage of Honor and Loyalty
Ruth 3:9-11(NLT) “9“Who are you?” he asked. “I am your servant Ruth,” she replied. “Spread the corner of your covering over me, for you are my family redeemer.” 10 “The LORD bless you, my daughter!” Boaz exclaimed. “You are showing even more family loyalty now than you did before, for you have not gone after…
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Change Can Be A Beautiful Thing
“This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!” 2Corinthians 5:17(NLT) Many of us are praying for newness to enter our lives. Whether it is a new relationship, job, house, vehicle, or most importantly, a closer relationship with the Lord, we…
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Woman with A Wounded Heart
When couples who are dating begin to examine their relationships more closely, especially after they’ve been dating a while, sometimes one person has a different realization than the other. This is the partner in the relationship who recognizes that while there are many things they admire about the other person; they can no longer see…
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Balancing Your Needs with God’s Requirements
Life will give you what you give it. This is the lesson many mature believing women have learned throughout their spiritual journeys in Christ. Our Lord and Master tells us in Luke 6:38(NLT), “Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full—pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, running…
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Covered under the Blood of Jesus Christ
Dear Heavenly Father, You are holy and righteous forever, and Your Word will never fail. Thank You for being so faithful to us, Your people, and for giving us Your Son, Jesus Christ, as a perfect sacrifice for the remission of our sins. We didn’t deserve all the wonderful blessings that You’ve given us through…
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Go with God’s Timing
Salena is a Christian woman that had been on her job for more than 15 years, and she had never dated anyone from the workplace; had never even considered it. She thought doing so would provide an opportunity for too many people to get in her business. A very private person, she was adamant about…
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Do You Think About God Much?
“And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.” Philippians 4:8(NLT) In Philippians 4:8, our Heavenly Father is providing us with valuable information that will help to shape…
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Being Single Again
When we enter a relationship, it’s impossible to know the outcome. We can’t see the ups and downs, and all the nuisances that either strengthen the relationship or tear it down. The Apostle Paul said in 1Corinthians 13:12(NLT), “Now we see things imperfectly, like puzzling reflections in a mirror, but then we will see everything…
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Marriage Is God’s Institution
There are many that are still single who will one day get married, and there are those that will remain single for the rest of their lives. For those that desire to be married, they must understand God’s requirement and standard in order to live a successful married life in God’s eyes. Heavenly Father tells…
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Don’t Pick Up Old Habits
Through the Apostle Paul, God teaches us in Hebrew 12:1(NLT), “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God…
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God Always Wants the Best for Us
“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) This passage in Proverbs is one of my favorite because it’s extremely simplistic and speaks directly to the…
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Want What God Wants for You
For some who may not be interested in God’s standard, marriage seems to be in vogue again. There are seasons when for them, it’s on trend, and then there are seasons where living together with your significant person is the way to go. For the believer, it has always been understood that God established marriage…
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Spending Time in God’s Presence
Dear Heavenly Father, You are awesome and amazing. There is none like You. Holy be Your name and glory to You in the highest! Thank You for forgiving us for the wrong that we do, and for giving us Your Son, Jesus Christ, as a sacrifice for our sins. Because of him, we can approach…
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Can He Find You?
A good friend of mine is a very attractive guy. He has a good job, dresses very nicely and receives tons of attention from women. I think he knows that he’s handsome, but not in an egotistical way. Although he’s quite a bit younger than me, I find his demeanor beyond his years. He has…
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Marriage Is A Good and Perfect Gift from God
Sometimes, information comes across our ears for a very specific reason. For instance, I was grocery shopping recently, and overheard a woman telling an acquaintance she’d bumped into that she was getting a divorce. She said loudly, “And I’m never getting married again. I’m not putting up with anyone else’s mess and they won’t have…
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When We Need It Most
A study found that most children growing up in the 21st century will be raised in a home where both parents or guardians work. Although the numbers of stay-at-home fathers has increased, it also found that women carry the brunt of caring for children, and the number of females that are the sole breadwinners and…
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The WE Project
Psalm 127:1(NLT) “Unless the Lord builds a house, the work of the builders is wasted. Unless the Lord protects a city, guarding it with sentries will do no good.” Over the years, I’ve seen and enjoyed the many wonderful blessings that the Lord has given me. He’s brought people into my life to bless me,…
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No Do-Overs
I recently watched a movie about a man that was allowed to go back in time and experience the life he could have had. In this life, he was a pastor who had a loving wife and children, but his real life was quite different. He had chosen to pursue wealth and fortune, and this…
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God Is Watching Over Us
1Peter 3:12-13(NLT) 12 The eyes of the Lord watch over those who do right, and his ears are open to their prayers. But the Lord turns his face against those who do evil.”13 Now, who will want to harm you if you are eager to do good?” My great-grandmother was the quintessential matriarch of our…
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How to Greet Each New Day
Dear Heavenly Father, You are awesome and amazing, and there is none like You. Your name is holy and worthy to be praised. Thank You for making us Your children through Your Son, Jesus Christ, and thank You for sending him to the earth to give his life for the remission of our sins. Words…