Here is another excerpt from my upcoming devotional activity journal, Lion in My Garden. That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, length, depth, and height; and to know the love […]
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A mom of two toddlers and I recently discussed the subject of expectations. Heather Franklin granted me permission to share her insightful thoughts with you. Our goal is to set someone free from the pressure of a perfectionistic spirit. Heather shared: “After a conversation with the husband I realized that […]
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As a 20 something college student, I used to worry so much about being in the will of God that I would stress over it. I laugh now remembering the anxiety my prayers conveyed. Can anyone relate? Do you ever think back on what seemed important once? I relax now […]
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For the Kingdom of God is not a matter of what we eat or drink, but of living a life of goodness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. If you serve Christ with this attitude, you will please God, and others will approve of you, too. So then, […]
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Written by Brian Simmons on March 16, 2015 I hear His whisper… “Your priorities will change” “The voice of heaven calls you today. I am speaking to My sons and daughters life giving words — it is the voice of your Beloved. My heavenly call on your life can never be lifted, […]
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Constant: an adjective meaning not changing or varying, continuing without pause or letup as in constant noise; unceasing; regularly recurrent, continual and persistent. Can also mean faithful, unswerving in love and devotion as in constant affections. Constant has the connotation of being steadfast and resolute, as in God will not cease […]
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Excellence: noun 1: the quality of being excellent. 2: a valuable quality such as virtue Excellent: synonyms are superior, first-class, outstanding, exceptional, superb, best, top, prime, choicest, exquisite, admirable, magnificent, extraordinary, remarkable, sterling and exemplary. Excel: verb 1: to surpass in accomplishment or achievement, 2: to be distinguishable by superiority. […]
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Psalm 27 from The Message Light, space, zest— that’s God! So, with him on my side I’m fearless, afraid of no one and nothing. When besieged, I’m calm as a baby. When all hell breaks loose, I’m collected and cool. I’m asking God for one thing, only one thing: To live with him in his […]
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We’ve all known someone with that special talent or quality that makes them stand out. Think NFL QB Tim Tebow, NFL Hall of Famer Dan Marino or Scottish singer Susan Boyle. It’s referred to as the x factor: an indescribable quality or a noteworthy special talent that sets them apart. […]
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