October 26, 2021

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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)

Be a good steward of your whole self and recognize that taking care of yourself physically is an important aspect of your faith. Getting enough sleep, eating well and exercising all play a part in living your best life. Aligning with God’s will involves your body, mind and spirit.

Heavenly Father, let my life demonstrate how much You really mean to me.

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The Finger of God

Moses and Aaron performed all these wonders before Pharaoh, but the Lord hardened Pharaoh’s heart, and he would not let the Israelites go out of his country.—Exodus 11:10 (NIV)

Pharoah’s stubbornness and refusal to set the Israelites free led to God punishing him by sending ten plagues to Egypt. But perhaps the purpose behind the plagues was larger—that future generations could know God by the powerful and miraculous events that the children of Israel witnessed.

Lord, Ruler of the World, I recognize the incredible lengths you have gone to so that I can know and love You.

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Look to the Good

Who can discern his errors? Declare me innocent from hidden faults.—Psalm 19:12 (ESV)

When you make a mistake or regret saying something, forgive yourself. Learn from your blunder and let it go. Shift your thoughts and focus on how you’ve moved forward, persevered and succeeded. Look to the good.

God of New Beginnings, thank You for forgiving me and helping me move on.

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Miracles Can Happen

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.—Hebrews 13:8 (NIV)

The Bible is filled with examples of the marvelous things Jesus did for people. Through faith, they were able to achieve great things. Recognize that the same thing can happen to you. Jesus is the same restorer of courage, the same transformer of people’s souls.

Jesus, You are my Savior. Because of You, miracles can happen.

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A Little Less Martha

“Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one.”—Luke 10:41-42 (NIV)

It’s easy to become “worried and upset about many things” to the point that you don’t have time to spend on what is most important. Jesus tells us to live simply, to work but not so hard that there is no time for fellowship with Him.

Heavenly Father, when I become burdened by things I have to do, remind me that there is always time for You.

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Star Gazing Is the Perfect Spiritual Practice

He is the Maker of the Bear and Orion, the Pleiades and the constellations of the south.—Job 9:9 (NIV)

When was the last time you engaged in the age-old practice of stargazing? The night sky has a magical effect of putting everything in perspective. Stand in the stillness and know that the One who made the stars never changes and your world—your life—is in a perfect pattern, too.

Creator God, thank You for the many ways You guide, inspire and encourage me.

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Lazy Dog Prayer Life

Stay alert; be in prayer so you don’t wander into temptation without even knowing you’re in danger. There is a part of you that is eager, ready for anything in God. But there’s another part that’s as lazy as an old dog sleeping by the fire.—Matthew 26:41 (MSG)

Is your prayer life as “lazy as an old dog sleeping by the fire”? What a great image! If any part of you feels that your faith could use a jumpstart, commit to making a change today. God knows your weaknesses and He is always ready for you to come to Him.

Dear Lord, I am eager to get to know You better. I am ready.

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Time to Take a Leap of Faith

The seventh time around, when the priests sounded the trumpet blast, Joshua commanded the army, “Shout! For the Lord has given you the city!—Joshua 6:16 (NIV)

The Israelites were probably confused by God’s instructions, yet they did as He said knowing that God’s ways are not our ways. Have you sensed God is calling you to take a leap of faith? Did you have the courage to follow His lead?

Heavenly Father, I am ready to follow your instructions even when they don’t make sense to me.

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Expect the Best

All the days of the oppressed are wretched, but the cheerful heart has a continual feast.—Proverbs 15:15 (NIV)

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale advised that you should affirm: “I expect the best and with God’s help will attain the best” at least ten times a day—and that this practice will bring the best to you. When you put your trust in God, He guides your mind so that you do not want things that are not good for you.

Lord God, I expect the best and with Your help will attain the best!

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The Holy Spirit

But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory, both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.—2 Peter 3:18 (ESV)

Peter is a great example of how the Holy Spirit can change a person. We grow spiritually when we learn to remove ourselves from the spotlight and shine it on others. The Holy Spirit filled Peter with understanding of God’s Word and courage to follow His plan.

Holy Spirit, I am ready to serve. Fill me with Your power and insight. Change me for the better!

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I Want to Want to…

We love because he first loved us.—I John 4:19 (ESV)

St. Teresa of Avila prayed this honest prayer, “Oh God, I don’t love you, I don’t even want to love you, but I want to want to love you!” There may be times when you feel upset or want to turn away from Him. But even in those moments, it is best to go to Him for help. To ask Him to help you grow closer to Him.

Heavenly Father, may my love for You grow more and more every day.

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Put Your Problems in Perspective

And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may be with you for ever.—John 14:16 (ASV)

When trials and troubles overwhelm you, ask God for help. Trust that He will guide you through whatever comes your way. Remind yourself to keep perspective: in a week or a month, what seems to be a big problem right now is usually resolved and forgotten.

God, show me how to put my problems into perspective.

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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

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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)