November 8, 2019

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Autumn Blues

The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.—Deuteronomy 33:27 (NIV)

This time of year can be difficult for many. If you’re feeling stressed, lonely or sad know that God is beside you. He is there even if you don’t feel His presence. Reach out to Him and share your deepest thoughts. No matter what is going on in your life, God is with you.

Lord, I know You are here, beside me, helping me keep my heart and mind lifted above my cares and worries.

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Grow Good Things

My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from Him.—Psalm 62:5 (KJV)

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale said, “One of the most serious and powerful facts in human nature is that you are likely to get what you are expecting.” If you spend years expecting things aren’t going to turn out well, most likely that is what will happen. Conversely, if you develop an attitude of faith and expectancy you will create conditions in which every good thing can and will grow.

Heavenly Father, because of You I can begin my day with expectation that I will have a wonderful day. Thank You for the tremendous difference You make in my life.

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Little Things

His master said to him, “Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.”—Matthew 25:21 (ESV)

The parable of the good and faithful servant in Matthew emphasizes the value of little things. Sometimes we think in grandiose terms—what bold grand gesture can we do to show our faith? But in this parable, as well as in the life of Jesus, it is the little things that “Enter into the joy of the Master.”

Heavenly Father, guide me to the little things I can do right now.

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The Power to Face Anything

Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, He it is that doth go with thee; He will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.—Deuteronomy 31:6 (KJV)

There will be times when we need courage to keep us going when the going is hard. Tap into the Source of Courage by feeling God’s presence. Hear Him say, “I am with you always.” Pray for courage as you pray for your daily bread.

Dear Lord, the strength of Your presence is always with me, right here in my heart, giving me the power to face anything.

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The Perfect Ending to Each Day

Shout aloud and sing for joy, people of Zion, for great is the Holy One of Israel among you.—Isaiah 12:6 (NIV)

One way to develop inner joy in your life is to end your nights with prayers of gratitude. Each night, right before you go to sleep, instead of rehashing the day or worrying about tomorrow, count your blessings and thank God for each and every one of them. List everything that makes you happy, from the comfort of your home, to the beauty of the clear blue sky. Pray these precious moments before sleep connecting with God and the good in your life.

Heavenly Father, You are my joy! Thank You for the countless ways You bless me.

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Think Good Thoughts

The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. For those who lived in a land of deep shadows— light! Sunbursts of light!—Isaiah 9:2 (MSG)

This time of year when the nights are long, the world can seem like a dark place. Remind yourself that God’s light is infinitely brighter than light on earth and you can bring heavenly light into your life! Fill your mind with Scripture and good thoughts.

Dear God, when I’m downcast, You have the power to turn my darkness into Light.

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Something Better Is on the Way

The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me; Your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of Your hands.—Psalm 138:8 (ESV)

There are times in life that despite trying your hardest, praying earnestly and deeply desiring something, it just doesn’t happen. Sometimes we must accept that not everything is available when we want it. When this happens we must trust that something better—something different than what we expected—is on its way.

Father God, it’s hard to let go of certain wants, but I will because I trust Your plan and Your timing.

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The Seed of His Blessings

Others, like seed sown on good soil, hear the word, accept it, and produce a crop—some thirty, some sixty, some a hundred times what was sown.—Mark 4:20 (NIV)

During this the season when the wind scatters mature seeds across the earth, ask yourself, what small things can I do to help spread the good news of Jesus? Don’t overcomplicate things; simply be a messenger, a seed floating on the breeze, bring God’s Word and share the hope He brings to others.

Father, Your Word is alive and active. Guide me to sow Your seeds in the hearts of others.

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The Straight and Narrow

Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.—Matthew 7:14 (KJV)

To keep on the right path of life, follow Jesus’ commandment: “Love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbor as thyself.” God is always in the process of helping us become the best we can be. The journey is not always easy, but the trip is filled with meaning and the view is heavenly!

Heavenly Father, I am confident about the future because You can handle anything life brings.

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Solve Problems

If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.—James 1:5 (NIV)

Have you been wrestling with a problem? If something is troubling you, dedicate your prayer time to that specific issue. Separate yourself way from noise and interruption and ask for His help. He may have an exciting revelation for you.

In the midst of confusion, Lord, clear my mind so I can hear Your voice.

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Respond with Love

But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.—Luke 6:27-28 (NIV)

Fighting fire with fire may work in forests, but it isn’t effective when it comes to relationships. Jesus taught that we should bless those who curse us, and return good for evil. It isn’t productive to respond to anger with anger, or hate with hate. As difficult as it may seem, Jesus promises peace to those who follow His instructions.

Restrain me Lord, help me draw upon Your peace, and respond with love.

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God Shines Upon Us

The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.—John 1:5 (NIV)

Today as we change the clocks back, take a moment and look back on the past year. Remember all the good things that God has done for you. Visualize sunlight shining on the glorious moments of your past and extending brilliant rays of light ahead into the future.

Jesus, thank You for Your Light which brings new hope of glorious beginnings.

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Devotions for Good Health

Keep Moving

Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly…—1 CORINTHIANS 9:26 (NIV)

I’m Just Fine

Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.—PROVERBS 12:25 (NIV

Take Care of Your Whole Self

Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God— this is your true and proper worship.—Romans 12:1 (NIV)

Free Yourself from Sin

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.—Hebrews 12:1 (NIV)

Devotions for Inspiration

Bless the Animals

So God created the great creatures of the sea and every living thing with which the water teems and that moves about in it, according to their kinds, and every winged bird according to its kind. And God saw that it was good.—Genesis 1:21 (NIV)

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You Deserve the Best

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.—Colossians 3:23 (ESV)

Renew Your Mind

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.—Romans 12:2 (ESV)

The World Needs Your Light

In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.—Matthew 5:16 (ESV)

Devotions on Faith and Prayer

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Sing a New Song

Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth.—Psalm 96:1 (NIV)

Trust His Plan

Oh, that I might have my request, that God would grant my desire.—Job 6:8 (NIV)

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Release Old Hurts

The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners.—Isaiah 61:1 (NIV)