Finding Hope in Grief
on April 28th, 2024
"Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me." - Psalm 51:10-12   Grief is a journey that each of us embarks on at some point in our lives. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, a job, a relationship, or a dream, grie...  Read More
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Overcoming Condemnation
on April 27th, 2024
"Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death." - Romans 8:1-2   In the life of King David, we see a vivid illustration of the consequences of sin and moral failure. Despite being anointed as king and blessed abundantly by God, David succumbed to temptation...  Read More
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Keep Looking Up When You're Feeling Down
on April 26th, 2024
"Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead," - Philippians 3:13   In the midst of life's challenges, we often find ourselves instinctively looking down, focusing on the dangers and threats that surround us. Our minds are wired to seek out potential harm, but sometimes, this inclinati...  Read More
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Strength in Surrender
on April 25th, 2024
"He said, 'While the child was still alive, I fasted and wept, for I said, "Who knows? The LORD may be gracious to me and let the child live." But now that he is dead, why should I go on fasting? Can I bring him back again? I will go to him, but he will not return to me." - 2 Samuel 12:22-23   In the journey of life, we often encounter moments of deep sorrow and grief that leave us feeling utterly...  Read More
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Finding Fulfillment in God's Acceptance
on April 24th, 2024
"For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." - Psalm 139:13-14   In our journey through life's disappointments and rejections, we often seek comfort and fulfillment in the wrong places, just like the woman who bought the parakeet we discussed yesterday. Despite...  Read More
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Seeking Fulfillment in the Wrong Places
on April 23rd, 2024
"Why spend money on what is not bread, and your labor on what does not satisfy? Listen, listen to me, and eat what is good, and you will delight in the richest of fare." - Isaiah 55:2   In the midst of life's trials and disappointments, we often find ourselves searching for solace and fulfillment in the wrong places. There's a story of a woman who, after the passing of her husband, sought comfort ...  Read More
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Finding Acceptance Beyond Rejection
on April 22nd, 2024
"Leah became pregnant and gave birth to a son. She named him Reuben, for she said, 'It is because the Lord has seen my misery. Surely my husband will love me now.'" - Genesis 29:32   Leah's journey, as we have looked at the last few days, through rejection and disappointment offers valuable insights into how we handle similar situations in our lives. After the birth of her first three sons, Reuben...  Read More
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Recognizing God's Favor
on April 21st, 2024
"When the Lord saw that Leah was not loved, he enabled her to conceive, but Rachel remained childless." - Genesis 29:31   If you haven’t heard Leah's story found in Genesis, it is a story that resonates with many who have experienced disappointment and rejection. Despite the pain of not being loved by her husband Jacob, Leah held onto her faith and found solace in God's favor. Raised in the custom...  Read More
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Confidence in Christ
on April 20th, 2024
"We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying around in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be made visible in our bodies." - 2 Corinthians 4:8-10   In the face of disappointment, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and defeated. But as followers of Christ, w...  Read More
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Finding Confidence in the Face of Disappointment
on April 19th, 2024
"Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident." - Psalm 27:3   Over the last couple of days, we have looked at the story of Leah. Leah's story in the Bible paints a picture of a woman who faced disappointment and rejection from her husband. Despite longing for his affection, Leah found herself unloved and overlooked. Yet, in the ...  Read More
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Finding Strength in Disappointment
on April 18th, 2024
"When the LORD saw that Leah was not loved, he enabled her to conceive, but Rachel remained childless." - 29:31   Whitney Houston's haunting question, "Where do broken hearts go?" echoes the pain many of us feel when faced with disappointment and heartbreak. Yet, while heartbreak may be inevitable, it is not insurmountable. In fact, it can be a catalyst for growth and transformation. Paulo Coelho ...  Read More
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Healing the Wounded Heart
on April 17th, 2024
"The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." - Psalm 34:18   Have you ever heard of broken heart syndrome? It's a condition that claims the lives of tens of thousands of people every year. Unlike physical injuries, broken heart syndrome occurs when the heart becomes overwhelmed by stress hormones, leading to failure and, tragically, death. Take the story of M...  Read More
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God's Unexpected Blessings
on April 16th, 2024
"Again she conceived and bore a son and said, 'Now this time my husband will be joined to me, because I have borne him three sons'; therefore he was named Levi. She conceived again and bore a son and said, 'This time I will praise the LORD,' therefore she named him Judah; then she ceased bearing." - Genesis 29:34-35   In Genesis 29, we find the intriguing story of Jacob, Leah, and Rachel. Jacob, d...  Read More
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Embracing Imperfections
on April 15th, 2024
"Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night." - Psalm 1:1-2   Have you ever felt like your imperfections were holding you back from living a fulfilling life? It's a common lie the enemy likes to whisper into our minds – th...  Read More
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Breaking Free from Demonic Thoughts
on April 14th, 2024
"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things." - Philippians 4:8   In a world filled with negative influences and demonic suggestions, it's crucial to equip ourselves with the tools to combat these thoughts effectively. Some time ag...  Read More
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Breaking Free from Rumination
on April 13th, 2024
"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things." - Philippians 4:8   Have you ever found yourself caught in the cycle of rumination? It's like hitting the replay button on a negative thought, playing it over and over in your mind unti...  Read More
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Guarding Your Mind
on April 12th, 2024
"Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it."* - Proverbs 4:23   In our spiritual journey, we encounter numerous challenges and trials that test our faith and resilience. Yet, amidst these trials, we must remain vigilant in guarding our minds against the insidious lies of the enemy. The Bible unequivocally declares the devil as a liar, emphasizing his deceptive nature an...  Read More
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Renewing Your Mind
on April 11th, 2024
"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things."* - Philippians 4:8   In our journey through life, the lens through which we perceive reality plays a crucial role. Our mindset, shaped by our beliefs and attitudes, influences how we na...  Read More
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