Tag: Writing
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How Deep is Your Love
How Deep is Your Love Are you willing to deny yourself, The pleasures of your life, Turn your back on fame For the cause of Christ? Will you give away your time, Share your talents without pay? Consider the needs of others above your own when you kneel to pray? Are you willing to choose…
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Transitions: Peace for Fear
When I was a new believer, I would hear older “mature” followers say in response to troubles, “Jesus will make everything all right.” or “Just trust in God and all will be well.” This one really set my teeth on edge, “Give your heart to Jesus and He will take away all your troubles.” I…
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Transitions: Beauty for Ashes
There are times when I go to my secret place To worship and seek God’s face I find myself inspired by the beauty of His grace. As I create the images He reveals, i often wonder how These not so talented hands can respond with ease To produce images such as these. He quietly reminds…
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The Parables of Our Lives: Praise Like the Trees
Have you ever wondered why trees grow tall? Why they stand firm in spring, summer, winter, and fall? They wave when the wind blows They twinkle when it snows. Trees cast cooling shadows in the summer heat. They sprout leaves, bear fruit, shed leaves, and repeat. In all that they do and all they provide…
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Courageous Influence
She stood just outside the door of her mistress’s room. It wasn’t her intention to listen, but Naaman, captain of Aram’s army, was ranting on the other side of the door. “God has elevated me and led me to many victories. Why doesn’t He take this wretched disease away from me? I might as well…
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14 Days of Blessings: Day 1
Christmas is coming! Christmas is coming! People in my town appear to be frantically shopping for the perfect gift while I am trying very hard not to ignore the season this year. I want more than streets lined with colored lights, beautifully decorated trees, and carefully wrapped packages. I want to see wounded hearts mended.…
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Destiny is Now
Step into your destiny Reach for the hope of a brighter day. LOVE is holding your hand. He is gently guiding the way. Stride toward the promise. Yield to His invitation of rest. LOVE is whispering your name. He’s patiently waiting with His best. Don’t be afraid to move. LOVE has a plan just for…
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Verses & Flowers: Courage to be Devoted
Holy Father, thank You for today For drawing me to You. Thank You for the love You give And for everything You do. You are so good to us You provide us with everything. You show us how to live With Jesus as our King. I know today was meant for me Because You placed…