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Joseph’s Tomb
Joseph took the body, wrapped it in a clean linen cloth, and placed it in his own new tomb that he had cut out of the rock. He rolled a big stone in front of the entrance to the tomb and went away. Matthew 27:59, 60 At the death of Jesus The disciples all mourned Their beloved Teacher The people had scorned. Joseph's heart was stirred To move past his gloom, And offered to bury Jesus In his own tomb. He wanted to honor Jesus Though it might expose, That along with Nicodemus, He followed Him in the shadows. Joseph and Nicodemus Wrapped Christ's body in linen, Before laying it in the…
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Captivating
For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago. Ephesians 2:10 Captivating Woman: an ezer kenegdo, Wanted, needed desperately so. What is that irreplaceable role That God has placed deep in your soul? Captivating Chosen and dearly loved by God, Do you feel His gentle prod? Where is it He is guiding you; What is He leading you to do? Captivating You are the crown of creation. He looks at you with adoration; A Precious Jewel, a rare find, Only you can be you-one of a kind! Captivating Beauty unveiled, romanced by God,…
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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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The Gift of Jesus
For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given, and the government will be on His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Unwrap the gift of Jesus, Isaiah prophesied about. Find out who He really is See what His Word draws out. Wonderful Counselor, A Leader to us all, Guiding our paths before us Lest we trip and fall. Mighty God, our Rescuer, A bona fide hero who Provides safe haven in our trials, And comforts when we’re weary, too. Everlasting Father, We know we’re never alone. Though others may forsake us, He’s our Cornerstone.…
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Attitude Check!
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Phil 4:8 Aways Try To Invoke Thoughts Utterly Deemed Excellent There’s a saying, “Attitude is everything.” If you think about it, that’s a very deep statement. How you react to a situation, text message, conversation, world event, etc., impacts not only you, but those around you. Just as misery loves company, so, too, laugh and the world laughs with you! Personally, I’d much rather be around a positive person than a negative one. (Words kill, words give life; they’re either…
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Friends For Life
Agree with one another, love each other, be deep-spirited friends. Philippians 2:2 We were made to be connected, Not to do life alone; To share our ups and downs with each other, Instead of existing on our own. Some friendships come and go, Connecting for a reason; Sharing a passing commonality, They are there for just a season. We have friends who are acquaintances, We see them now and then; We enjoy each other's company Until we meet again. There are friends we have for life, Our souls connecting from the start; Whether we are near or far, They're close to us in heart. Each type of friend Is significant…
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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…
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Finding God’s Peace
“Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet My unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor My covenant of peace be removed,” says the Lord who has compassion on you. Isaiah 54:10 The world is full of troubles, Causing our heart to fear. But God is there to give us peace, And wipe away each tear. When you are full of despair and grief, At the altar, these things release. God is there to bring relief And will give you peace. His peace restores our troubled soul, Though our circumstances remain; God quiets our anxious heart and mind, As He eases our pain. Lean into…
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The Kingdom Way
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Matthew 5:8 Lord, I want to be a Kingdom liver, Where my actions match what You say; I want to be a Kingdom thinker, Seeking God's will every day. So what is a Kingdom liver? It's putting others before you; It's knowing the will of God in your life And then following through. It's also conveying the Fruits of the Spirit Through a moral life; To be set apart for the Lord, And not cause others strife. And what is a Kingdom thinker? It's a redirection of our thoughts; To be joyful and content with our life, Instead of…