Pray With Humility
on January 7th, 2022
“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” – James 4:10  We have discussed the importance of praying with a sincere heart and praying with boldness. Today, we will focus on praying with humility.   Jesus told the following parable in Luke 18:10-14, “Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed: ‘God...  Read More
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Pray With Boldness
on January 6th, 2022
“Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in the time of need.”- Hebrews 4:16  Those of you who are parents may know how it feels to have someone constantly bartering and negotiating with you, “Daddy, can I get a candy bar and some ice cream, or Mom can I go to the movies or finally get a car.”  You may be prepared to say ‘yes’ or you may...  Read More
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A Sincere Heart
on January 5th, 2022
“Let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and having our bodies washed with pure water.” - Ephesians 6:6-7  Yesterday, we spoke about the sense of burden that we often feel in life. But today, I want to share with you how you can begin to shift your mindset to see the positive in l...  Read More
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A Sense of Burden
on January 4th, 2022
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." – Matthew 11:28-30  Have you been burdened by life’s trials and tribulations? Are you living for the future, robbing you of today’s joys? Part of Cameron M. Scott’...  Read More
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Forgive and Be Forgiven
on January 3rd, 2022
“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.” - Mark 11:24-25    Mark 11:24 highlights that when we are faithful and obedient to God, we have the ability to ask what we want in prayer; and if we be...  Read More
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The Power of Prayer
on January 2nd, 2022
“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.” - Mark 11:24  There is power in prayer. As believers, we hear this a lot. But so often, we fail to comprehend the true power behind it; and more importantly, the power within the One to whom we are praying.   Mark 11:24 tells us, “Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, be...  Read More
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Praying For Others
on January 1st, 2022
“Far be it from you to do such a thing—to kill the righteous with the wicked, treating the righteous and the wicked alike. Far be it from you! Will not the Judge of all the earth do right? - Genesis 18:25    There was a gospel recording artist named Helen Baylor who had a hit song back in the early 90’s that became popular because of the testimony she discussed—navigating the challenges of addicti...  Read More
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Valued By God
on December 31st, 2021
“Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?” – Matthew 6:26  As a believer in Christ, you are not only chosen and adopted by God, but you are also valued by God.   First, you are valued by God because of who you are. You are made in the image of God (Genesis 1:26). Second, you are ...  Read More
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Adopted By God
on December 30th, 2021
“He predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will.” - Ephesians 1:5  God has not only chosen you, but He has adopted you. We are HIS. Ephesians 1:5 says, “He predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will.”   In ancient Rome, a man passed wealth to His son. If the son, or sons, were not w...  Read More
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Chosen By God
on December 29th, 2021
“For you are a people holy to the Lord your God. Out of all the people on the face of the earth, the Lord has chosen you to be his treasured possession.” - Deuteronomy 14:2  As a follower of Christ, you have been chosen by God. When you make the decision to put your hope and faith in Jesus Christ, repent of your sins, and trust Him with your life forever, you belong to Him. And when you belong to ...  Read More
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Setup For A Comeback
on December 28th, 2021
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” - Romans 8:28  Every March, one of the biggest sporting events of the year takes place—the NCAA National Basketball Tournament, better known as “March Madness.” People from all over the country, whether they watch basketball or not, fill out brackets and try to predict roun...  Read More
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Extending Grace
on December 27th, 2021
“But do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day. The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.” - 2 Peter 3:8-9  Billy Graham was driving through a town one day and was pulled over for going ...  Read More
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Plan And Pace
on December 26th, 2021
“But do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day. The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.” - 2 Peter 3:8-9  The story is told of farmer who ridiculed others for believing in God. He wrot...  Read More
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A New Name
on December 25th, 2021
“As for me, this is my covenant with you: You will be the father of many nations. No longer will you be called Abram; your name will be Abraham, for I have made you a father of many nations - Genesis 17:4-5  In a renewal of his covenant to God, Abram’s name (meaning “exalted father”) was changed to Abraham (meaning “father of many”). Sarai’s name (meaning “my princess” or princess to her immediate...  Read More
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Your Dreams or God’s Dreams?
on December 24th, 2021
“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” - Jeremiah 29:11  As you continue to pursue the path God has set before you, one thing you must do is decipher between a good idea and a “God idea.” That is what Craig Groeschel talks about in his book, “IT: How Churches and Leaders Can Get It and Keep It.” H...  Read More
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God Knows Best
on December 23rd, 2021
“You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. You discern my going out and lying down; you are familiar with all my ways.” - Psalm 139:2-3  Sometimes, what we believe to be a good idea turns out to be the exact opposite. We learn this principle in Genesis 16 when Sarai (who had not borne Abram a child) suggests that Abram sleep with her Egyptian handmaiden, Hagar. This ...  Read More
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Shift To Your Back Foot
on December 22nd, 2021
“Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.” - Proverbs 14:29  When it comes to trusting God, we must learn to be patient. This is often why God will not give us what we want when we want it. God’s primary concern is growing and molding us to be more like Jesus. This doesn’t mean that God does not want to give us the desires of our heart, because He d...  Read More
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An “Out-Of-The-Box” God
on December 21st, 2021
“‘For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,’ declares the Lord. ‘As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.’” - Isaiah 55:8-9  Yesterday, we discussed not making decisions that are driven by desperation. Often, these decisions are made because we have already determined the way in which God should w...  Read More
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