November 13, 2023

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Be Merciful

Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.—Luke 6:38 (NIV)

Reflect on the meaning of this verse: To the extent that you show mercy, mercy will be shown to you. Recall a recent time when you experienced God’s mercy. Thank Him for helping you, and ask Him to show you how you can be merciful to others.

Dear God, help me to see people with Your eyes, and guide me to show mercy to those around me.

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Find Rest in Him

Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were uneducated, common men, they were astonished. And they recognized that they had been with Jesus.—Acts 4:13 (ESV)

Have you ever wondered why Jesus chose the men He did as His disciples? It’s not that they were religious scholars, it’s that they were common men, obedient and passionate, and willing to spend time with Him. As St. Augustine famously said, “You have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they can find rest in you.”

Heavenly Father, I give You my heart! I long to spend time with You.

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Bless Our Veterans

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.—Joshua 1:9 (NIV)

Today, as we honor Veterans Day, give thanks to all those who served our country. Pray and ask God to shower them with blessings, rewarding them for their service and sacrifice. May His peace rule in their hearts.

Lord, please watch over our veterans and bless them abundantly.

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He Will Always Bring You Home

What do you think? If a man owns a hundred sheep, and one of them wanders away, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go to look for the one that wandered off?—Matthew 18:12 (NIV)

God will never give up on you! Sometimes this truth is hard for us to truly take to heart and believe, but Jesus assures us in this parable that He will do anything to find you when you go astray. He will go to any lengths to bring you home.

Heavenly Father, thank You for never giving up on me! Help me to remember, every day, how much You love me.

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Fix Your Mind on God

I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.—Psalm 16:8 (NIV)

When you need peace, say King David’s words from the above psalm. No matter what you are going through, God can bring you peace. He is your refuge, a tower of strength. When you are under stress, turn to Him and ask Him to keep your mind fixed on Him.

Lord, You are my Savior. With You at my right hand, I will not be shaken.

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The Love of God

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

Does the world news overwhelm you? Instead, choose to be overwhelmed by God’s love. When Jesus entered our world, He brought the light of His truth. Let the warmth of His Light enter your spirit, clearing your mind and bringing you peace. The God of grace, love and mercy is with you.

Lord, Your light shines in the darkness and the darkness can never extinguish it.

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Spirit of Wisdom

I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better.—Ephesians 1:17 (NIV)

Paul prayed for the people to have a spirit of wisdom and to experience the hope of God’s calling and the greatness of His power. Ask God to open your heart—to unveil the power and beauty of who He is.

God, help me to feel Your presence and to experience Your power.

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Focus on Eternity

Don’t be so concerned about perishable things like food. Spend your energy seeking the eternal life that the Son of Man can give you. For God the Father has given me the seal of his approval.—John 6:27 (NLT)

When you are upset, ask yourself if your problem is rooted in a temporary situation. Shift your thinking to the eternal and focus on God. Rather than be consumed with the things of this world, allow the peace of heaven to fill your life.

Lord, help me to let go of temporary worries and hold on to You.

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Overflowing Abundance

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.—John 10:10 (NIV)

It’s easy to forget this beautiful truth: You can have a full and beautiful life right now, because the true source of joy comes from serving and communing with God. When you pursue God with all your heart, you experience overflowing abundance.

Jesus, You are the key, the only way to living a joy-filled and meaningful life.

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Rest and Recharge

When Jesus heard what had happened, he withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. Hearing of this, the crowds followed him on foot from the towns.—Matthew 14:13 (NIV)

When Jesus needed to recharge, He connected with God in prayer. Follow His example. Establish a habit where you turn to Him to help you navigate stress. Ask for His help calming your worries and focusing your energy. Rest and recharge in His presence.

Heavenly Father, help me to escape life’s busyness by connecting with You.

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A New Thing

“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?”—Isaiah 43:18–19 (NIV)

God’s work in your life is greater than you can imagine. Reflect on the amazing things He has already done for you: surprises, blessings, miraculous outcomes when your situation improved against all odds. What is yet to come will be even greater!

Dear God, what new things do You have in store for me? I cannot wait to see.

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He Weeps with You

When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews who had come along with her also weeping, he was deeply moved in spirit and troubled. “Where have you laid him?” he asked. “Come and see, Lord,” they replied. Jesus wept.—John 11:33–35 (NIV)

In times of loss, remind yourself that you are not alone. God knows what it feels like to grieve. After Lazarus died, when Jesus saw Martha, He was deeply upset, and He wept. When you are in the depths of sorrow, offer your pain to Jesus, know that He weeps with you.

Heavenly Father, one day You will wipe every tear from my eyes.

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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)