✨ Verse of the Day
“Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.”
— Matthew 11:28 (NLT)
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Confidence in a Storm
Psalm 18 reminds us of God’s faithfulness. It is no secret our journey through life will encounter storms. Things may be going well to suddenly be derailed by events and actions that are out of our control. David was no stranger to life being derailed. The Bible’s biography of David reveals a turbulent life filled…
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Unusual, but Effective.
The Lord arranged for a fish. Jonah’s story is interesting. It shows us the power and patience of the Lord, and it illustrates God works in seemingly unusual ways. Jonah, while running from God, gets on a boat. The boat encounters a storm, and after much effort, the conclusion is reached the only way to…
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Here’s Good News!
“If that’s not God, I don’t know what is.” Good news seems to be rare these days, and it does not take long to get down when looking at headlines. However, there are many things for which you and I can be happy. The Lord is always doing something good. The list of good things…
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Much out of Little
A flask of olive oil is all it took. A widow was not sure what to do. She had bills to pay, and there was nothing in her home except a flask of olive oil and faith. Elisha told her to borrow some jars and fill them until she was out of olive oil. 2…
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5 Ways to be Today’s Good Samaritan
Neighbors come from surprising places. The Parable of the Good Samaritan encourages us to be neighbors with anyone in need who is made in God’s image. So, you and I are accountable to love our neighbor – anyone made in the image of God. Here are five ways you and I can be Good Samaritans…
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Which character are you?
3 Travelers, 1 Neighbor Jesus uses a parable to illustrate a true neighbor. In the Parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus places us on a 17-mile stretch of road between Jerusalem and Jericho. Descending sharply toward the Jordan River just north of the Dead sea, this especially dangerous patch of road curved through rugged, rocky…
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God is here, there, & everywhere.
“Whether I’m looking for him or not, that’s where I find God.” He may show up in the strangest of places. For someone hitting rock bottom, he can be the person who lends a listening ear and gives advice. For the parent who is struggling, he can be the friend who offers a great idea.…
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Who is my neighbor?
A challenge to the status quo. A crowd was gathered, and Jesus was teaching. In an effort to find fault with Jesus’ doctrine, a lawyer stood up to ask a question. “Teacher,” he asked, “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” (Luke 10:26). This is a good question. Many have pondered the answer. Jesus…
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A Rest is Coming
Rest is on the way. Isaiah was looking ahead to a time of rest and peace for God’s people. In doing so, he says the Lord will provide strength and energy for his people. Isaiah 40:29-31 says, “He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. Even youths will become weak and tired,…
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Dad’s Love
“You’re the best thing this old man ever did.” There is nothing like the love and pride of a dad. He is his kids biggest cheerleader, advocate, and great friend. His love will never be matched. The Man Who Loves You the Most by the Zac Brown Band poetically puts a father’s feelings to music.…
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