In the midst of his struggles, Job looks for God but cannot find Him. Job 23:2-4, 8-9 says: “Today also my complaint is bitter; my hand is…
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Category: Friday Devotionals
A Letter to My Church Family
Dear Brothers and Sisters in my Church Family, Every Sunday morning as I look around the church, I thank God for each one of you.…
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Broken and Poured Out
Isn’t it frustrating when you spill something? Maybe it’s that cup of coffee you have been waiting so impatiently for, maybe it’s the gravy during…
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We’re All the Same
“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.” Proverbs 17:17 My best friend and I were in the same class in first…
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To the Glory of God
“. . . whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31b If you have been a believer for any length…
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You Lay Your Hand on Me
I work in a primary school. All the students are nine years old and younger. One of the things I love about working with younger…
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A Recent Reminder
Yesterday, I attended the funeral of a 94-year-old woman who had attended my church for much of her life. I went to Sunday School and…
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Peace that Passes Understanding
One year ago my husband and I were waiting for the birth of our fourth child. Still waiting, actually. The due date had come and…
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Will the Real Christians Please Stand Up?
“Will the real Christians please stand up?” Sometimes I wish I could walk to the front of our churches, stand behind the pulpit and, with…
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Shame
I’ve been thinking a lot about shame lately. There is a difference between being shamed and identifying as ashamed. One is put upon you externally,…
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