Month: November 2011

Prayer Seeds

“We have not stopped praying for you.” Colossians 1:9 NIV “Your prayers are continuing seed sown into the purposes of God.” My thoughts today are about “prayer seeds.” There are many things that you can do for others – acts of kindness, words of counsel and advice, encouragement, practical assistance […]

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A Life Pleasing to God

“By faith Enoch . . had this testimony, that he pleased God.” Hebrews 11:5 NKJV “Pleasing God is not about perfect performance, but is about complete trust and obedience.” My thoughts today are about a “life pleasing to God.” Be prepared; you will occasionally come across people that are difficult […]

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Been There; Done That

“Do not be afraid . . the Lord . . is going before you.” Deuteronomy 1:29-30 NIV “Jesus has been every place you will go, and on a cross has done what you will never have to do.” My thoughts today are about “been there; done that.” Life is a […]

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Safe Places

“The name of the Lord is a strong tower.” Proverbs 18:10 NIV “Quiet times, safe places, and special friends are where you find refuge and rest in God.” My thoughts today are about “safe places.” In Gordon MacDonald’s excellent book, “Restoring Your Spiritual Passion,” he states that every person needs: […]

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Extravagant Love

“How great is the love the Father has lavished on us.” 1 John 3:1 NIV “God lavishes any willing heart with extravagant love.” My thoughts today are about “extravagant love.” Love is a multi-splendored thing. It is hard to imagine a life without love. Yet, I am well aware that […]

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