Category: Encouragement
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A Package Deal
Day Twelve. Rest and Jesus; a package deal. “Praise the Lord who has given rest to his people Israel, just as he promised. Not one word has failed of all the wonderful promises he gave through his servant Moses.” (1 Kings 8:56 NLT) “Has given rest…” is fulfilled in His Son, Jesus. He is our…
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Deliverance
Day Eleven The promises of God include deliverance. Now, before you ask, “What kind of deliverance?” and begin writing down all the scriptures you know about Christians and demons… allow me to ask a question or two. Question number one: does it matter what the method is labeled if it brings freedom to someone? Question…
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Menagerie of Madmen
Well, it’s official. A Nigerian group of crazies joined forces with, and pledged allegiance to, the Islamic State goons. How nice. It’s reported that Boko Haram, a Nigerian Islamist (Jihadist and terrorist) militant group, has joined their brothers in arms in imposing Islamic rule both near and far. Again, how nice. Abubakar Shekau, leader of the…
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More
God is more! God is more than the beauty I behold, the things I comprehend, and the wisdom I call my own. God is more than the expanding universe, the ocean depths, and the sun’s incredible warmth. God is more than my imagination, my deepest frustration, or the pain in my soul. God is…
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Too Good To Be True?
Day 10 There’s just something about the promises of God that are both exhilarating and discouraging. Surprised at my choice of words? Well, have you ever said this: “That sounds too good to be true”? Then you should know what I mean. At times, the promises of God SEEM too good to be true; but…
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Eight Life Changing Words
On that day, when evening had come, he said to them, “Let us go across to the other side.” (Mark 4:35 ESV) “Let us go across to the other side.” You may or may not know the story. Jesus had just finished telling his disciples about the importance of God’s word. He used phrases such…
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Day Nine
God’s Provision #1 “Jesus Christ, the same yesterday, today, and forever” (Hebrews 13:8), is a true word from Heaven for every person who’s ever lived, and who is living now. The word is: God’s mercy, compassion, power, love, and, of course, His promises have not faded away. Nothing Heaven has to offer is out of…
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Day Eight
Peace Peace, God’s peace, isn’t necessarily an absence of trouble or turmoil. It is a calm assurance that, even though we may be surrounded by chaos, all is well. Because God is God. Let yourself meditate on these scriptures, over and over; allow the Spirit of Peace an opportunity to cleanse your soul from the…
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Day Seven
Ever Present God You are not alone. Even though you may not see or feel anyone near you, God is close by. And His presence can be your confidence and strength. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the…
Jan Grace 