Connecting With God
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God Knows My Name
I recently became a grandmother for the second time! As we awaited the birth of our second grandson, his parents contemplated on a name. It is our first identity when we enter the world, stays with us throughout our lives, and is remembered long after we are gone. Names are often passed on through generations in honor of loved ones. Names have meaning both literally and figuratively. Parents choose their child’s name based on what it means, it reminds them of someone or something, they like how it sounds, among other reasons. The name your parents chose for you had significance. Because you mattered to them, so did your name.…
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Good Morning, Lord!
Fill us every morning with You faithful love so we can rejoice and celebrate our whole life long. Psalm 90:14 I awake in the morningTo greet a new day,“Good morning, Lord,What have You to say?” But, sometimes I'm justNot in the mood,My “Good morning, Lord,”Is somewhat subdued.Yet, He's eager to see me,And show me His plan,“Good morning, Lord,I'll do the best that I can.”There are days I can't waitTo get my day going,“Good morning, Lord,”I say without knowing.Then there are daysI wake up in a fret,“Good morning, Lord,Have you answered me yet?”I want to be eagerTo spend time with God,Saying “Good morning, Lord!”In excited laud.Work on my heart, Lord,So I…
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The Trinity
Remember, God is the One who makes you and us strong in Christ. God made us His chosen people. He put His mark on us to show that we are His, and He put his Spirit in our hearts to be a guarantee for all He has promised. 2 Corinthians 1: 21-22 Each person of the TrinityHas a specific purpose on Earth,To keep the connection with usSince the onset of man's birth.The Father created Adam and EveAnd conversed with them in the garden.But sin separated man and God,So He sent His Son to pardon.Jesus came to save our souls,To bridge the gap sin made.He died but rose to life againFrom…
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Simple Pleasures
How many are Your works, Lord! In wisdom You made them all; the earth is full of Your creatures. There is the sea, vast and spacious, teeming with creatures beyond number—living things both large and small. Psalms 104:24-25 As I watch a baby experiencing life- All things are wondrous and new! They take delight in the simplest things; I was once like that, too. Take me back, Lord, to the simple pleasures Of delighting in the giggle of a child, Listening to the roar of the ocean, And seeing animals in the wild. The world You created is so amazing, Better than all man-made things. Take me back to that child-like wonder, To…
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Thankful
I will give thanks to the LORD because of His righteousness; I will sing the praises of the name of the LORD Most High. Psalm 7:17 I awake in the morn With a song in my heart, Praise within me inborn: Thank you, Lord Most High. The sweet aroma of a flower Fills the morning air As I walk for an hour. Thank you, Lord Most High. As I prepare my meal And sit down to eat I can't help but feel Thank you, Lord Most High. As I clean up the countertop, I see family pictures And have to stop; Thank you, Lord Most High. As I go about…
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Discovering the Will of God
Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Take delight in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him and He will do this: He will make your righteous reward shine like the dawn, your vindication like the noonday sun. Psalm 37:3-6 How do we know the will of God? First, we must know Him. Without a relationship, Your future is quite grim. It's more than citing Bible verses, Or regular church attendance; It's more than just talking the talk, Which is really a false pretense. God invites us to…
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WAIT
Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. Colossians 4:2 Watchful Anticipation In the midst of Trust I recently became a grandmother for the first time! There has been a lot of waiting for the arrival of this precious child! Waiting for my daughter to get married. Waiting for her to get pregnant. (Which, thankfully, wasn’t a long wait!) Waiting for the day of delivery. Waiting to meet my first grandchild. But, oh, was it so worth the wait! (For this child I prayed, and the Lord has granted me my petition that I made to Him. 1 Samuel 1:27) Thank you, Lord! Throughout each season of waiting,…
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Wholehearted Love
Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. Mark 12:30 I love you, Lord, All my days. How do I love Thee? Let me show You the ways. I love You when I rejoice In another one's success. I'm sincerely glad for them When that one You bless. I show You love when My life is a reflection Of the guidance You provide And I go in that direction. When I sing Your praises I am filled with joy! My love for You is secure, Which nothing can destroy. In my obedience to His…
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In Step with My Lord
Seek the Lord and HIs strength; seek His presence continually! 1 Chronicles 16:11 This is my prayer at each day's start: As I step into the shower, You cleanse my heart. As I step into my towel, You wipe away each sin. As I step into my clothes, You clothe me with a grin. As I step up to the mirror, Your reflection's what I see. As I step into Your word, You show me how to be. As I step into the kitchen, You feed my soul. As I step into my car, You lead me where to go. As I step into my workplace, You teach me Your…
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God Is My Constant
Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. Colossians 3:2 God is my constant In the ups and downs of life, He's there in jubilant times As well as during strife. In jubilant times My heart is replete; A mountaintop joy That feels so sweet. But then I'm hit With the lowest of lows; I can hardly breathe As I sort through the blows. How do I navigate through Such polarizing feeling Coming at the same time, And leaves my heart reeling? The world is full of ups and downs, Throwing curve balls at us When we least expect it And causing such…