Tag Archives: Overcoming

One Moment

Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12 Today is a somber day on … Continue reading

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Stronger than Yesterday

But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is … Continue reading

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So Different…

The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, LORD, have never forsaken those who seek you. – Psalm 9:9-10 “I had a dream my … Continue reading

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No Experience Required

“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” – Ephesians 2:10 If you are a football fan, then this is your favorite time of the year … Continue reading

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Rachel’s Cry

“A voice is heard in Ramah, weeping and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children and refusing to be comforted, because they are no more.” – Matthew 2:18 It was a morning not unlike any other. The chill of the … Continue reading

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Not For Prophet

Suggested Reading: 1 Kings 17 The life of a prophet had to have been incredibly difficult.  Imagine waking up every day, discovering what God wanted you to go and do and then just going to do it.  Think about that … Continue reading

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Thin Skinned

For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. – 2 Corinthians 4:17 As a child, it was rare to have an opportunity to sit down in front of the television … Continue reading

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A Heart Undivided

Teach me Your way, O LORD; I will walk in Your truth; Unite my heart to fear Your name. – Psalm 86:11 Think for a moment about the number of roles you play.  There is no shortage of them: child, … Continue reading

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From Anonymous to Infamous

Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. – John 14:6   I recently had the opportunity to watch a sports documentary called “Catching Hell.”  It tells … Continue reading

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A Beautiful Mess

Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted.  Relieve the troubles of my heart and free me from my anguish.  Look on my affliction and my distress and take away all my sins. – … Continue reading

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