August 13, 2023

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Patience in Hard Times

“You have done a foolish thing,” Samuel said. “You have not kept the command the Lord your God gave you; if you had, he would have established your kingdom over Israel for all time.”—1 Samuel 13:13 (NIV)

Trusting God when things aren’t going your way can be very challenging. In the above passage, Saul felt that he was running out of time. Impatient and worried, he acted against God’s will and suffered the consequences. The next time you are experiencing a waiting period, don’t let your impatience overpower your desire to please God.

Heavenly Father, help me keep the faith and follow Your instructions no matter how difficult it might be.

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Positive Changes Ahead

Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight.—Psalm 119:35 (NIV)

Happiness is cultivated by following the principles found in God’s Word. By following His wisdom and guidance, you will see positive change in your life. When we maintain constant love for one another and choose compassion over judgment, we become open to living a life filled with purpose.

Dear Lord, the future is bright because You are with me.

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Your Most Precious Friendship

You are my friends if you do what I command.—John 15:14 (NIV)

One of the most fulfilling relationships you can have is a friendship with Jesus. Reach out to Him when you are feeling weak and alone. Find encouragement, guidance and wisdom by checking in with Him every day and sharing the details of your life with Him. He wants to hear from you.

Lord, You are my faithful friend, loving me unconditionally. You know my potential and are helping me reach it.

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The One Who Serves

But you are not to be like that. Instead, the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who rules like the one who serves.—Luke 22:26 (NIV)

Jesus teaches that the most effective leaders are not the most bold or courageous. The best leaders are motivated by serving others; they see people in need and look for ways to help them. How can you be a compassionate leader among your loved ones?

Dear God, may we all lead by serving others and working for the greater good of all.

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Reclaim Your Childhood Joy

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”—Matthew 19:14 (NIV)

Take a moment and reflect on the wonder and joy of childhood. Do you still approach the beauty of the world, the sunrises and flowers, with joyful abandon? God is your Father. He longs for you to accept His gentle reassurance that no matter what questions or concerns are pressing on your heart, you can awaken the spark of joy that lives inside you.

Heavenly Father, when I am feeling burdened by the weight of responsibilities, remind me to lean on You, for You are my Father and I am Your child.

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Untangle the Puzzling Passages

The Holy Spirit can help you decipher the deepest mysteries of Jesus’ teaching. When you are perplexed by the meaning of Scripture, humbly look to Jesus and His Spirit, and ask for help in comprehending difficult passages. Trust that you are receiving the message you need to hear.

Lord, You know me better than I know myself. I praise You for Your infinite wisdom.

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Trust His Promises

You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.—Isaiah 26:3 (NIV)

Have you eve r been faced with a challenging decision that you prayed about? Then, after moving ahead, you worry about whether or not you’ve made the right choice? Perhaps the road ahead is more difficult than you thought, and you fear you’ve made a mistake. If this happens, rely on your faith. Persist in prayer, and ask Jesus to clear your thinking and light the path ahead.

Heavenly Father, You will keep me in perfect peace because I trust You.

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Unpredictable Beauty

Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life.—Psalm 138:7 (NIV)

Life is an exciting adventure. As much as we want to believe that we can know what tomorrow, or even next month, will bring, the truth is there is no guarantee that what we plan will happen. The only thing we can truly be sure of is that God watches over us, helping us through life’s ups and downs. He guides us to see the beauty in the present.

Dear Lord, Your promise is unchangeable. Because of You, I can feel safe on this glorious, unpredictable journey.

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Reach Out to Jesus

But when they saw him walking on the lake, they thought he was a ghost. They cried out, because they all saw him and were terrified.—Mark 6:49–50 (NIV)

When Peter walked on the water, fear caused him to sink. How is fear affecting your faith? Reflect on what you are afraid of. If doubt is pulling you into the depths of despair, cry out to the Lord. He will always lift you up.

Lord, You are the Great “I am,” and I have nothing to fear!

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Chasing the Wind

All of them are meaningless, a chasing after the wind.—Ecclesiastes 1:14 (NIV)

The Bible tells us that trying to find happiness on our own is a tiresome task—meaningless and useless— like chasing the wind. Instead of striving to pursue our own desires, we can find true contentment and joy by looking to God. Only His peace can truly satisfy.

Lord, Maker of the wind, I seek Your presence with all my heart.

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Strength Under Pressure

They were angry with Jeremiah and had him beaten and imprisoned in the house of Jonathan the secretary, which they had made into a prison.—Jeremiah 37:15 (NIV)

The prophet Jeremiah was punished and imprisoned for sharing God’s message. Yet, he was faithful and obedient, following God’s instructions and completing his life’s mission. To those around him, he was most likely judged as a failure. Reflect on how man often measures success using different standards than God’s.

Almighty God, give me strength when I am under pressure so that I can faithfully serve You.

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Grow a Forgiving Heart

You, Lord, are forgiving and good, abounding in love to all who call to you.—Psalm 86:5 (NIV)

Do you follow Jesus’ example and strive to forgive others and release grudges you have against those who have harmed you? By opening your heart to forgiveness, you heal the hurt that lives inside you, and can draw closer to God, the true source of joy and love.

Lord Jesus, thank You for the gift of forgiveness, which sets me free from the pain of the past and opens up a future that is filled with Your glory.

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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)