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The Key to a Deeper Relationship

And by this we know that we have come to know Him, if we keep His commandments.—John 2:3 (ESV)

Do you want a deeper relationship with God? Instead of sitting idly and praying for God to come to you, seek Him through the words of the Bible. Give your time. Ask Him honestly and openly how you can serve Him. Invite His presence in your life.

Dear Lord, I open my Bible and my heart to know You in all Your wonder.

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Relief Through Grief

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.—Matthew 5:4 (NIV)
Some believe that strong people don’t show sorrow or sadness, and that it’s not acceptable to cry or release emotion. Holding back your feelings is against the law of nature. Healing comes by working through your pain and letting go. Find relief through grief.
Dear Lord, on days when I feel anything but blessed, I still know that Your comforting hand is helping to heal my hurting spirit.
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Restore Me

God, your God, will restore everything you lost; He’ll have compassion on you; He’ll come back and pick up the pieces from all the places where you were scattered.—Deuteronomy 30:3 (MSG)
God restores lives. He takes messes, jealousy and weaknesses and transforms it into a life full of grace and mercy. He shines wisdom and love on doubt and fear and brings faith and peace. Every single day, when you open your heart to Him, He is renewing and restoring you—and when God restores you, He doesn’t bring you back. He brings you forward.
Lord Jesus, You restore my soul. Thank You for helping me grow to be my best.
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Gifts of the Morning

I, Jesus…am the bright Morning Star.—Revelation 22:16 (NIV)
Be mindful of the morning. Recognize that there is something quite special about the quiet solitude of the sun rising. Something so spiritual it can catch you off-guard, and make you take a moment and take in God. Each new day is precisely planned for you to be reminded of His love and care.
Heavenly Father, a new day is here, filled with hope, filled with You.
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Have Faith

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is— His good, pleasing and perfect will.—Romans 12:2 (NIV)
Life can be frustrating. Sometimes we suffer an injustice that leaves us asking, “Why did this happen?” Instead of straining to see meaning or to try and figure out what’s happening when you’re in the eye of the storm, recognize that wisdom and growth takes time. Perspective is everything. Have faith and trust God’s plan.
Heavenly Father, help me to let go of needing to understand everything. Help me to stop asking why and just accept what is.
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Source of Light

The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?—Psalm 27:1 (NIV)
Fear thrives on darkness—dark thoughts and dark attitudes. The good news is God’s Word can flood the darkness with Light. Fill your mind with His strength, power and positive thoughts to drive out any fears that haunt you.

Dear Lord, thank You for filling me with strength and light.

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A Comforting Prayer

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.—Psalm 147: 3 (NIV)

Turn to this verse when you are feeling broken-hearted from loss or sorrow. Trust that God is helping you heal. Know that mourning comes in many different stages so be patient and understanding with yourself. Believe that tomorrow will be better. Find special comfort in praying the Psalms.

Heavenly Father, envelop me in Your tender care. Wrap Your arms around me and hold me tight. Send Your comfort now.

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When You Can’t Pray

My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message.—John 17:20 (NIV)
Sometimes the most heartfelt prayers are the ones without words. In times when you feel unable to pray, know that Christ is praying for you. With both Jesus and the Holy Spirit, you are covered in prayer –even when you can’t muster the strength or focus to pray yourself.
Lord Jesus, it is comforting to know that when I am too weak, the praying goes on, on my behalf by the Mightiest.
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A Good Day Every Day

Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.—Psalm 139:7-8 (NIV)
When the world seems to focus on problems and difficulties, lift your eyes to high places “from whence cometh my help.” Remind yourself that doom and gloom is temporary and fill your mind with God. Let His positive energy flow into you. Life is truly fascinating, beautiful and good every day, all your days.
Our Heavenly Father, fill me with the radiant positive power of Jesus Christ.
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Rest When You Are Stressed

Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from Him.—Psalm 62:5 (NIV)
When you are feeling overwhelmed and exhausted like David in the above verse, know that you do not have to face your problems alone. Take a few deep breaths and exhale your tension. Turn to God. Surrender your anxiety to Him. Pray and ask God to fill you with His perfect peace.
Heavenly Father, my hope comes from You.
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Your Life’s Purpose

Look to the Lord and His strength; seek His face always.—1 Chronicles 16:11 (NIV)

Each one of us is put here on earth to make a difference. God’s purpose for you is far greater than you can imagine, far greater than your own happiness or peace of mind. To discover your purpose, turn to His Word. Spend time deepening your faith. Each day, plant seeds of love, nurture those around you, find joy in everything you do and never forget how important your life’s work truly is.

Heavenly Father, on days when I lose sight of my purpose for being here, help me to remember I’m doing this for You.

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Joy in the Face of Trials

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds.—James 1:2 (NIV)

When you are right in the midst of a challenging situation it’s difficult to see yourself as a diamond forming under pressure. With time and hindsight it’s possible to appreciate your struggles and be patient during the difficult times because they make you stronger and wiser.

Lord, thank You for the life lessons I have learned from my darkest days and longest nights.

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Devotions for Good Health

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Keep Moving

Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly…—1 CORINTHIANS 9:26 (NIV)

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I’m Just Fine

Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.—PROVERBS 12:25 (NIV

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Take Care of Your Whole Self

Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God— this is your true and proper worship.—Romans 12:1 (NIV)

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Free Yourself from Sin

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.—Hebrews 12:1 (NIV)

Devotions for Inspiration

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Be Fully Present

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.—Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV)

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Love Your Enemies

But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.—Luke 6:27 (NIV)

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The Gift of Friendship

A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.—Proverbs 17:17 (NIV)

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The Reluctant Prophet

But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord. He went down to Joppa and found a ship going to Tarshish. So he paid the fare and went down into it, to go with them to Tarshish, away from the presence of the Lord.—Jonah 1:3 (ESV)

Devotions on Faith and Prayer

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Renew the Fire Within

Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.—Psalm 51:10 (NIV)

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Healing Old Hurts

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.—Psalm 147:3 (NIV)

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Blessings From Heaven

The Lord will open the heavens, the storehouse of his bounty, to send rain on your land in season and to bless all the work of your hands.—Deuteronomy 28:12 (NIV)

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Do What Is Right

Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.—Matthew 5:11–12 (NIV)

Holiday Devotions

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The Armor of Faith

In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.—Ephesians 6:16 (NIV)

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Ash Wednesday

I had only heard about you before, but now I have seen you with my own eyes. I take back everything I said, and I sit in dust and ashes to show my repentance.—Job 42:5-6 (NLT)

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Giving Thanks for God’s Love

Rend your heart and not your garments. Return to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love, and he relents from sending calamity.—Joel 2:13 (NIV)

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Trust God’s Plan

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”—Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

Loved Ones Devotions

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Knit to the Soul

As soon as he had finished speaking to Saul, the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul.—1 Samuel 18:1 (ESV)

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Accept One Another

For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”—Galatians 5:14 (NIV)

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A Village

This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.—John 15:12 (ESV)

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Four-Legged Love

Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way.—2 Thessalonians 3:16 (NIV)

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