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Contend for the Faith

Dear friends, although I was very eager to write to you about the salvation we share, I felt compelled to write and urge you to contend for the faith that was once for all entrusted to God’s holy people.—Jude 1:3 (NIV)
Do you fight hard for your faith? When you are tempted or filled with doubt, how do you defend your beliefs? Jude urges you not to grow complacent, but to trust God to help you be strong in your faith. Immersing yourself in Scripture and asking for His help is your best defense.
Lord God, when trials come, help me to be strong in my faith, to speak the truth and remember Your presence.
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Put On the New Self

And to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.—Ephesians 4:24 (NIV)
The Apostle Paul is asking you to review your character and see what changes need to be made to reflect God’s image. Ask for help to release old patterns and behaviors that no longer serve you. Let go of thoughts, beliefs and actions that have bound you to the past—and welcome in your new self.
Lord, I am ready to lead a beautiful life of righteousness because I am Your beloved child.
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The Gift of Perfect Peace

You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.—Isaiah 26:3 (NIV)
Take a moment and fix your mind on Jesus. Feel the embrace of His presence. Enjoy this blessed assurance of His love for you. Know that there is no wrongdoing that He won’t forgive—no worry that He can’t soothe. His constant love and mercy will cleanse your mind and spirit and fill you with His grace.
Heavenly Father, refresh my soul! Grant me the gift of perfect peace.
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The Beauty of God

For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse.—Romans 1:20 (NIV)
During this beautiful time of the year, take a moment to recognize the wonder of God’s natural world. Lift your hands in praise of the God of the universe, the Creator of the glorious trees, the moon and the stars, who knows the numbers of hairs on your head. Rejoice in His majesty.
Lord, how magnificent is Your name in all the earth!
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Turn to His Word

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.—Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)
Hand your temptations, your worries and your burdens over to God—and leave them there. Trust Him to manage your affairs and to help you live your life recognizing your blessings and looking forward to the gifts He has planned for you. To know God’s will, turn to His Word.
Dear Lord, it’s easy for me to get lost in my own worries. If this happens, guide me back home to You.
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Power to the Weak

Jesus turned and saw her. “Take heart, daughter,” he said, “your faith has healed you.” And the woman was healed at that moment.—Matthew 9:22 (NIV)
Charles Spurgeon said , “We cannot rely on ourselves, for we have learned by bitter experience the folly of self-confidence. We are compelled to look to the Lord alone. Blessed is the wind that drives the ship into the harbor. Blessed is the distress that forces us to rest in our God.” With God’s help, you can do more than you could ever do alone. When you need His assistance, reach out to Him in prayer.
Lord, I am weak, but You are strong.
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Have Faith

Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.—Hebrews 11:1 (NIV)
In the above verse, the Bible defines faith as being sure of what you cannot see. When you are in the midst of a difficult time, rely on God and trust that He is working on your behalf. The more faith you have, the more you will recognize His power in your life.
Dear Lord, I have confidence in what I hope for and trust Your perfect plan.
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Plant Seeds Every Day

Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few.”—Matthew 9:37 (NIV)
Robert Louis Stevenson wrote, “Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant.” Sometimes the simplest gesture or act of kindness can make a difference in another’s life. Ask God to help you become attentive and available to serve Him by planting seeds of love.
Lord of the harvest, I am ready to serve.
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Show Unusual Kindness

The islanders showed us unusual kindness. They built a fire and welcomed us all because it was raining and cold.—Acts 28:2 (NIV)
In the above verse, the Apostle Paul experienced unusual kindness from strangers. Have you ever extended a similar kindness to someone in need? God wants you to see the full humanity and value in every person—to lend a comforting hand to those who feel lost, to be a beacon of compassion to those in the cold.
God of grace and compassion, help me to see the precious worth of every person and to be a generous stranger who extends unusual kindness.
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You Are Valued

Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storeroom or barn; yet God feeds them. And how much more valuable you are than birds!—Luke 12:24 (NIV)
God sees your value and understands your physical and emotional needs. Faithfully go to Him and let Him remove your stress so that you can find rest. Nothing is too big or too small—whatever is causing you worry is exactly what He wants to resolve.
Lord, help me to remember that I am worthy of Your love and care—not because of my actions and deeds, but simply because I am here.
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A Future Filled with Hope

But Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.”—Matthew 14:27 (NIV)
God, the great I Am, is in control of every event. When you are worried and feel vulnerable and stuck in a situation, turn to Jesus. Feel the power of His glory and grace. There is nothing to be afraid of, because He will give you the strength to break free from fear.
Almighty God, I know You will guide me through the tough times. Help me to cast aside my doubts and face the future with hope.
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The Greatest Position

Therefore, whoever takes the lowly position of this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.—Matthew 18:4 (NIV)
Max Lucado said, “Which would you prefer? To be king of the mountain for a day? Or to be a child of God for eternity?” When you depend on Jesus and trust Him with all your needs, He will fill you with reassurance and hope. Take in this truth: You are His child, in this world and beyond.
Lord, I know everything will be okay because You love me and will never leave me.
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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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Unseen Rewards

For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.—2 Corinthians 4:17 (NIV)

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Joy in Every Moment

This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.—Psalm 118:24 (ESV)

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On the Right Track

But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.—1 Corinthians 15:57 (KJV)

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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)

Devotions on Faith and Prayer

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The Power of Good Judgment

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.—James 1:5 (ESV)

Holiday Devotions

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The Wisdom of Trees

That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither—whatever they do prospers.—Psalm 1:3 (NIV)

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The Beauty of Nature

The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.—Psalm 19:1 (NIV)

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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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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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