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Stress and Distress

When Life is not easy God’s grace is sufficient “As pressure and stress bear down on me, I find joy in your commands.” Psalm 119:143 NLT. My thoughts and comments today are about, “stress and distress.” You and I live in a world of unceasing and increasing stress. Stress is […]

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Stress and Stillness

“Stand still and consider the wondrous works of God.” Job 37:14 NKJV. The pace of schedules and noise of surroundings generate stress. My thoughts and comments today are about “stress and stillness.” Stress is your body’s reaction to challenges, the impulse of “fight or flight.” Hurry, worry and weariness will […]

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Simple Instructions

“Do your part to live in peace with everyone, as much as possible.” Romans 12:18 NLT The Bible gives simple instructions for living peaceably by resolving differences. My thoughts and comments today are about “simple instructions.” Hours ago, I was trying to fix a problem, unsuccessfully at first. My computer […]

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Distress

“O God . . you have relieved me in my distress.” Psalm 4:1 NKJV “In distress, you have to do something that holds some hope of helping; try God.” My thoughts today are about “distress.” How would you describe distress? Distress is a disappointment, concern, or difficulty taken to its […]

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Time for the Soul

“Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me . . find rest for your soul.” Matthew 11:29 NIV “Silence and solitude are sorely lacking, and everyday lives are the poorer for that.” My thoughts today are about “time for the soul.” Sometimes life can be tiring; hard work and […]

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