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Change of Seasons

Let the trees of the forest sing, let them sing for joy before the Lord, for he comes to judge the earth.—1 Chronicles 16:33 (NIV)
God placed clues in nature to help us turn to Him and find meaning and purpose. Autumn, with its bursting colors of foliage, is often a cue for us to reflect on our lives and make changes that will help us grow.
Merciful Father, thank You for the beautiful change of seasons that inspires me to look inward and let go of things I no longer need as I make a new life.
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No Complaints

Moses also said, “You will know that it was the LORD when he gives you meat to eat in the evening and all the bread you want in the morning, because he has heard your grumbling against him. Who are we? You are not grumbling against us, but against the LORD.”—Exodus 16:8 NIV
Today, start a complaint diet and commit to cutting back and ultimately ridding yourself of the unhealthy habit of grumbling. Whenever you find yourself moaning, be silent, or better yet, thank Jesus instead.
Dear Lord, thank You for helping me focus on gratitude over grumbling.
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Jesus’ Signature

You are resplendent with light, more majestic than mountains rich with game.—Psalm 76:4 NIV
Autumn is a beautiful time of year—the crimson hues of fall foliage are awesome proof of His presence. Glorious colors dot the trees and bring out the extraordinary from the ordinary. Notice this amazing gift that is Jesus’ signature and praise Him for His glory.
Dear Lord, my spirit cries out for You. I praise You for this beautiful world and Your presence in it.
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A Time for Rest

The LORD replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”—Exodus 33:14 NIV
Rest is vital for rejuvenation and renewal. Make it part of your week to schedule time for a relaxing break. Release yourself of your goals and to-do lists. Take a holiday from stress! Amazing epiphanies and ideas often come in times of freedom and rest.
Heavenly Father, in times of silence and rest, guide me with Your infinite creativity and wisdom.
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Your Best Self

In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.—1 Peter 1:6-7 NIV
Although you cannot control everything that happens in your life, you can control how you react to challenges. When you approach life’s storms as learning experiences that will help make you a stronger and better person, you can see the silver lining of every cloud.
Dear Lord, guide me to being an eager student of life—to see every struggle as a tool to shape me into my best.
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The Miracle of Prayer

And this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.—John 17:3 ESV

Communicating with God, whether you are talking to Him, or sitting silently and mindfully experiencing His presence, helps you handle any situation and bring divine order into your life. When you pray, you experience the beauty of life as it truly is—infinite and eternal.

Dear God, thank You for the beautiful moments we share— and the miracles You bring to my life.

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Embrace Change

I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End.—Revelation 22:13 NIV

Change can be beautiful. This verse is a reminder to be brave and accept endings and new beginnings with God’s grace. Embrace your feelings—experience them and then release them to prepare your heart for what is to come.

Heavenly Father, with Your help I can be thankful for the past and focus on the blessings to be.

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New Perspective

He is the one we proclaim, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone fully mature in Christ.—Colossians 1:28 NIV

Is there an upsetting situation in your life that seems impossible to change? Often by stepping outside the drama and looking at the situation from all angles you can release your feelings of anger or judgement. Even a slight shift in perspective can be a catalyst to harmony.

Heavenly Father, thank You for helping me view the difficult situations in my life from a wider lens.

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A Life of Abundance

Submit to God and be at peace with him; in this way prosperity will come to you.—Job 22:21 NIV
God wants you to have an abundant life. He longs to help you clear your mind of negative thoughts that hold you back. When you consciously agree to open your life to His touch, you will receive His peace and abundance.
Heavenly Father, I am amazed at the marvelous things You can do when I surrender myself to You.
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The Keynote of Your Day

I rejoice in following your statutes as one rejoices in great riches.—Psalm 119:14 NIV

Make Scripture the keynote of your day. Calm your mind and let His word take root in your heart. Be consistent and patient. Daily Bible reading will draw you into deep reflection as you apply His message to your life.

Lord, thank You for the joy, beauty and wisdom of Your Word. Amen.
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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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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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Eat! To God’s Glory

So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.—1 Corinthians 10:31 (NIV)

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Write the Vision

And the Lord answered me: “Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it.”—Habakkuk 2:2 (ESV)

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Move Forward

Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead.—Philippians 3:13 (NIV)

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Bless the Animals

So God created the great creatures of the sea and every living thing with which the water teems and that moves about in it, according to their kinds, and every winged bird according to its kind. And God saw that it was good.—Genesis 1:21 (NIV)

Devotions on Faith and Prayer

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Follow His Lead

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)prayer

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Straight to Heaven

Enoch walked faithfully with God; then he was no more, because God took him away.—Genesis 5:24 (NIV)

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Turning Evil into Good

You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.—Genesis 50:20 (NIV) Bib

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The Measure You Use

Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.—Luke 6:38 (NIV)

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Prayer for Veterans Day

“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”—John 15:13 (NIV)

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Celebrate Our Freedom

I have chosen the way of faithfulness; I have set my heart on your laws. I hold fast to your statutes, Lord; do not let me be put to shame. I run in the path of your commands, for you have broadened my understanding.—Psalm 119:30–32 (NIV)

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Arbor Day Prayer

And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.—Psalm 1:3 (KJV)

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Prayer for Earth Day

But God made the earth by his power; he founded the world by his wisdom and stretched out the heavens by his understanding.—Jeremiah 10:12 (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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