
Courage in Action
“Most blessed of women be Jael, the wife of Heber the Kenite, most blessed of tent-dwelling women.”—Judges 5:24 (NIV)
In 1978, author Loren Eiseley published an essay called “The Star Thrower.” It recounts a beach walk by a narrator...
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Learn MoreIf any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.—James 1:5 (NIV)
Have you prayed and prayed about something and feel that God isn’t answering you? Sometimes God uses your prayers in unexpected ways to help you grow. If you are struggling with feeling that God is letting you down, open your heart to Him. Let Him know you are willing to change.
Dear Lord, grant me the courage to change my life for the better, even when it means accepting situations I wish were different. Bless me with the willingness to learn and adapt.

“Most blessed of women be Jael, the wife of Heber the Kenite, most blessed of tent-dwelling women.”—Judges 5:24 (NIV)

What pleasure would it give the Almighty if you were righteous? What would he gain if your ways were blameless?—Job 22:3 (NIV)

Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.—Matthew 5:7 (NIV)
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