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Nothing Is Too Big for God
Luke 22:42 (NLT) says, “Father, if you are willing, please take this cup of suffering away from me. Yet I want your will to be done, not mine.” In this intense moment, we witness the vulnerability of Christ as He faces the weight of what’s to come. He’s feeling all the fear and sadness that…
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Triumphing over A Whirlwind of Crazy
Life has a way of throwing curveballs that leave us reeling. You know the drill—one minute you’re cruising along, and the next, everything feels like it’s spiraling out of control. For Ida, a 57-year-old Christian woman whose life has been a testament to duty and kindness, this reality has become all too familiar. She’s built…
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Am I Allowed to Do Anything? – Not Really
1Corinthians 6:12 (NLT) declares, “You say, ‘I am allowed to do anything’—but not everything is good for you. And even though ‘I am allowed to do anything,’ I must not become a slave to anything.” As we transition into adulthood, we often feel a powerful sense of independence and entitlement. We convince ourselves that because…
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God Never Says “No”
There’s an old saying that God answers our prayers in three ways: “Yes,” “No,” or “Wait.” While this sounds reasonable, it doesn’t fully align with the promises found in His Word. Psalm 84:11 (NLT) tells us, “For the Lord God is our sun and our shield. He gives us grace and glory. The Lord will…
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Beyond Our Expectations
Two weeks went by with no phone call or text from Eric—the guy Lila had met at a friend’s housewarming. She had a whirlwind of questions racing through her mind: Why hadn’t she heard from him? The last month of getting to know each other felt promising—so what changed? Finally, she decided to call him.…
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The Quickening of the Holy Spirit
The quickening of the Holy Spirit is a profound and transformative experience that breathes life into our spiritual journey with the Lord Jesus. This awakening marks a pivotal moment when the Holy Spirit stirs our hearts, calling our minds back to God’s Word, igniting a passion for it. As the Apostle Paul expresses in Ephesians…
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You Will Have a Harvest
Life can sometimes feel like a confusing maze, where it seems like rules don’t matter and actions go unnoticed. Many people wander through this world believing they can act without consequence, thinking that they can do harm without facing any repercussions. But let’s be real: that’s not how life works. Our Heavenly Father has established…
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Look Up and Be Alert
Larry and Renee met during orientation at their new job six years ago, and from that very first interaction, Larry felt an undeniable spark. There was something unique about Renee that drew him in, but he never found the courage to take the next step. They worked on the same floor, often crossing paths during…
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Beyond Blessed
Jesus Christ reminds us in Matthew 5:4 (NLT), “God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” This verse speaks to a profound truth that often gets overlooked in our fast-paced world. Many of us have been so incredibly blessed in life that it’s hard to fathom what it’s like to deal with physical,…
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Understanding the Principles of Faith
The Power of Believing Without Doubt One of the fundamental lessons we encounter early in our Christian walk is that faith demands more than just a superficial belief. It requires a deep, genuine commitment from both our mind and heart. To truly embrace faith, we need to understand that it’s not just about wishing for…
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When Truth Lands
Many of God’s daughters put a lot of effort into relationships that were never meant to end in marriage. When these relationships drag on, they often bring a burden that takes time to notice. By the time you realize you’re on the wrong track, it can be hard to change direction. Sacrifice is a very…
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Don’t Let A Fear of Failure Stop You
The fear of failure can often feel like a heavy shackle, holding us back and turning our dreams into distant possibilities. We get paralyzed by doubt, standing still like a deer caught in headlights, too scared to make a move. But here’s the truth: waiting for everything to be perfect before we act can leave…
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The Activity of God
Ecclesiastes 11:5 (NLT) “Just as you cannot understand the path of the wind or the mystery of a tiny baby growing in its mother’s womb, so you cannot understand the activity of God, who does all things.” This verse really drives home how mysterious and beyond our grasp God’s work can be. Just like we…
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Words that Lead to Peace
Ephesians 4:29-32 (NLT) provides clear guidance on how we should communicate and live our lives. It says, “Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them. And do not bring sorrow to God’s Holy Spirit by the…
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It’s All About the Relationship
The Greatness of God Our Heavenly Father, Yahweh, the Great I Am, is brilliant beyond what we could ever attempt to define with human words. He is magnificent beyond magnificence, perfect beyond perfection, and majestic beyond majesty. God is glorious, righteous, and holy, deserving of all glory, honor, and praise. In truth, He is worthy…
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What’s in Your Heart?
I’ve often heard the saying that you don’t truly know a person until you live with them. While there’s some truth to this, the Bible teaches us that the true nature of a person is revealed by what’s in their heart. Proverbs 27:19 (NLT) says, “As a face is reflected in water, so the heart…
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Be Clear About Your Desires
When you’re praying and making requests before God, it’s important to be specific about what you’re asking for. Being specific demonstrates that you’ve thoughtfully considered your desires and are mindful of what you truly need. Sometimes we ask God for blessings that might not be the best for our lives, requiring time, effort, and other…
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What Does God Think of Me?
Did you ever ask yourself, “what does God think of me?” Well, the answer to that question is beautifully articulated in Ephesians 2:10(NLT): “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” In the eyes of our Heavenly…
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Complete in Christ
As believers in the Lord Jesus Christ who want God to do big things in our lives, we have to be incredibly interested in what it means to be complete in Christ. God’s Word is packed with promises that not only affirm His plans for each of us individually but for the entire world. There’s…
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Never Married
Here’s the scenario of a Christian woman who is turning 50, has never been married, and deeply desires to be. She is troubled by the advice and attitudes of those around her: “What happened? It feels like I just turned 40 yesterday. Time has flown by so quickly. In just a month, I’ll be celebrating…
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Take Every Thought Captive
What do you think about when you’re not busy, when you have some time to yourself? Do you have a habit of letting your mind wander aimlessly or drift into idle thoughts? This is something the Father advises us against. Allowing our minds to go idle for too long creates an opportunity for the enemy…
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Full of God’s Purpose
You don’t have to settle for a dull or empty life just because you’re single. Sometimes, a simple change in perspective can make a big difference. Instead of focusing on a list of ‘must-haves’ for a potential partner, try creating a list of qualities and actions you can bring to a new relationship. For example,…
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Get Ready, Stay Ready
We’ve all heard someone say, “I don’t have to get ready because I stay ready!” It sounds pretty confident, but it would be even better if everyone who said that really understood what God has promised us. Imagine if we all realized how God has prepared us to stand strong on His Word through Jesus…
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Accepting What You Can’t Change
As believers who love and honor our Heavenly Father, embracing flexibility to His Will is essential for demonstrating obedience and reverence toward Him. We must recognize that we are not in control; He is. He holds our future in His hands, a truth we need to constantly remember. Life frequently confronts us with situations beyond…
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On the Path You’ve Dreamed About
A dear friend was finally on what she thought was the path out of a long period of singleness. She had met someone new at her church, and things seemed to be progressing well. He was following the steps that her pastor had taught—pursuing her with genuine interest. He called her almost daily, checked in…
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Embodying the Qualities You Desire
Many of us are concerned about the increasing number of Christian women that are single but greatly desire marriage. This trend prompts us to reflect on what might be contributing to the situation. We could probably come up with a dozen possible explanations, and they might include a scarcity of suitable Christian men, issues with…
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The Danger of Not Protecting Your Thought-life
Disappointment and Impatience: A Lethal Combination Disappointment and impatience can be a lethal combination on your thought-life. In God’s Word, He tells us to guard against these two. Proverbs 13:12 (NLT) reminds us that “Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a dream fulfilled is a tree of life.” This means that letting our hopes…
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Wherever Your Treasure Is
Marriage was never intended by our Heavenly Father to be a difficult union. It is infinitely more than a legal contract. From the very beginning, God established marriage as a sacred covenant. In Genesis 2:24 (NLT), we read, “This explains why a man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and…
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Christians Can’t Become Too Comfortable
Being single can be challenging, especially when you’re shouldering responsibilities like raising children, working, and managing all the household expenses on your own. The weight of these responsibilities can sometimes feel overwhelming, opening the door for despair, doubt, and loneliness to creep in. Many single Christian women find themselves wondering how much longer they can…
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Hearing and Following the Holy Spirit’s Guidance
Hearing the voice of the Lord is essential in our walk with Him. As believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, God has placed His Holy Spirit in us, and the Holy Spirit interacts directly with our human spirit. Romans 8:16 (NLT) tells us, “For his Spirit joins with our spirit to affirm that we are…