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WHERE DO I FIND HOPE WHEN ALL SEEMS HOPELESS?

BIBLE PASSAGE: We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain where our forerunner, Jesus, has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest forever, in the order of Melchizedek. (Hebrews 6:19-20) MEDITATION: Have you ever experienced that ‘cold chill’ of … Continue reading

PLEASING GOD IS THE HIGHEST PRIORITY FOR CHRISTIANS

BIBLE PASSAGE: Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ. (Galatians 1:10) MEDITATION: There are many outside influences that can affect our actions and attitudes. Other … Continue reading

RESPONDING TO DISAPPOINTMENTS

BIBLE PASSAGE: Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord. (Romans 12:19) MEDITATION: It’s inevitable, isn’t it? As we live out our lives on earth, we will encounter times when others cause disappointment, hurt, or … Continue reading

FAITH IS EXPRESSED THROUGH ACTIONS AND ATTITUDES

BIBLE PASSAGE: When this man heard that Jesus had arrived in Galilee from Judea, he went to him and begged him to come and heal his son, who was close to death. “Unless you people see signs and wonders,” Jesus told him, “you will never believe.” (John 4:47-48) MEDITATION: Missouri has been called the “Show … Continue reading

JEALOUSY – A DESTROYER OF THE FULFILLMENT OF LIVING AS A CHRISTIAN

BIBLE PASSAGE: Even now the one who reaps draws a wage and harvests a crop for eternal life, so that the sower and the reaper may be glad together. (John 4:36) MEDITATION: “Jealousy” is an emotion, and not a very good one to have. The word generally refers to the thoughts or feelings of insecurity, … Continue reading

WE CANNOT BECOME A CHRISTIAN AND NOT BECOME A NEW PERSON

BIBLE PASSAGE: Therefore, if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. (2 Corinthians 5:17) MEDITATION: The scriptures give us many promises that are true regardless of whether or not we believe them. Some want to refute God’s Word as truth, but … Continue reading

WHEN WE PRAY

BIBLE PASSAGE: Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. (2 Timothy 2:15) MEDITATION: In 2 Timothy 2:15, we see three reasons for studying God’s Word. 1. To be approved by God (to let Him … Continue reading

HAVE YOU BEEN IGNORING THE LORD AND HIS WILL FOR YOU?

BIBLE PASSAGE: If anyone, then, knows the good they ought to do and doesn’t do it, it is sin for them. (James 4:17) MEDITATION: Have you ever felt ignored? Everyone longs for love, acceptance, and attention, but perhaps a friend or close relative has shown little interest in you, or what you have to say. … Continue reading

HAVE YOU FOUND YOURSELF IN A RUT OF FAILURE WITH NO WAY OUT?

BIBLE PASSAGE: He called out to them, “Friends, haven’t you any fish?” “No,” they answered. He said. “Throw your net on the right side of the boat and you will find some.” When they did, they were unable to haul the net in because of the large number of fish. (John 21:5-6) MEDITATION: How many … Continue reading

DEPRESSION IS A DESTRUCTIVE THREAT TO OUR JOY AND HAPPINESS

BIBLE PASSAGE: For in the day of trouble He will keep me safe in His dwelling; He will hide me in the shelter of His tabernacle and set me high upon a rock. Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; at His tabernacle will I sacrifice with shouts of joy; … Continue reading

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