Seek God With Passion When Your Soul Thirsts Greetings Reader I have experienced thirst, but never in a hot, dry desert. King David did as reported in Psalm 63. He told God that his whole being, body and soul, longed for Him, in a dry and parched land where there was no water. This Psalm directs us to deeper intimacy with God. It reveals His sustaining power and calls us to worship Him even in the dry and weary seasons of our lives. David directs us to seek God earnestly, remember His glory,...
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Our Freedom In Christ, Living With Responsible Love Greetings Reader The Apostle Paul taught the Corinthian believers to use their Christian freedom responsibly. His message pointed to, in the name of Christian maturity, we willingly surrender a freedom or right because of our love for Christ. Through that act, God will strengthen us and deepen our unity in the body of Christ. The bottom line is, we want to guard against causing others to stumble while walking in the love and grace of our...
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Our Rock And Salvation Provides An Unshakable Hope Greetings Reader When David wrote Psalm 62, he faced betrayal, opposition, and the weight of leadership. Even amidst the turmoil, his heart remained anchored not in strategies or alliances, but in God alone. We see that in scripture, but how often do we put it into practice? What am I talking about? Consider the speed of life; it rarely slows down for any of us. The pressures mount, uncertainty lingers, and our strength falters. Look what...
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Discover Hope And Strength In The Presence Of God Greetings Reader Life often brings moments when peace feels a far distance from us. In Psalm 61, David offered a roadmap toward renewed strength and lasting hope. This map invites us to run to the towering rock, hide beneath God's wings, rest in His promises, and lift our voices in praise. Life may bring storms, but the presence of God provides shelter, security, and strength. Hope springs alive when hearts draw near to the everlasting refuge...
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Growing Together In Christ For Unity And Love Greetings Reader How do we grow together in Christ and build a strong church? In Ephesians 4, the Apostle Paul outlines some practical applications to address those questions. · Discover our spiritual gifts by praying and seeking counsel to understand how God has gifted us. · Commit to growth by reading the Scripture daily, joining a Bible study, and seeking mentors who challenge us. · Actively serve by using our gifts in our local church. Our...
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When God Feels Distant In Your Time Of Need Greetings Reader Psalm 60 takes us on a journey from despair to faith, from human weakness to divine strength. David’s prayer becomes our own as we face life’s battles. He began on a negative note but concluded with the following verse. "With God’s help we will do mighty things, for he will trample down our foes." Even when God feels distant, His banner still waves over us, His promises still stand, and His power is still at work. Reading this Psalm...
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What If The Lord Had Not Been On Our Side? Greetings Reader David opened Psalm 124 with an interesting question. He asked, "What if the Lord had not been on our side?" Then he said, Let all of Israel repeat, What if the Lord had not been on our side when people attacked us? How many times a day could you utter those same words? They definitely challenge us to reflect on all the victories God has given us and also remember them when we find ourselves in difficult situations. When I think of...
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Is The Church Ready For the Return of Christ? Greetings Reader With the sound of a trumpet blast, Christ our Lord could return on any given day. We must ask ourselves if the church is ready for His return. Remember, Jesus will return for a spotless church. Our verse for today, 1 Corinthians 3:16, reveals to us, two very important facts. That together we are the temple of God and the Spirit of God lives in you. As we toggle between chapters 3 and 6 in 1 Corinthians, we will recognize how those...
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Praise The Lord In The Seasons Of Your Life Greetings Reader God chose Psalm 150 as the grand finale in the Bible's hymnbook, the Book of Psalms. From the very first verse to the last, this Psalm resounds with one single theme: Praise the Lord. Praise the Lord! Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heaven! Praise him for his mighty works; praise his unequaled greatness! Praise him with a blast of the ram's horn; praise him with the lyre and harp! Praise him with the tambourine...
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