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Expression of Christ
Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. James 1:22 Expression of Christ Is a beautiful phrase, But how do we convey it Throughout our days? Praying with a loved one- Forgiveness and compassion- That's an expression of Christ. Imparting peace instead of stress- Words sprinkled with kindness- That's an expression of Christ. Joy in the Lord unsubdued- A posture of gratitude- That's an expression of Christ. With God's guidance in All you say and do, An expression of Christ Will be showing through. In the movie, War Room, one character says, “See you in church.” The other character responds, “I need to…
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Hope is Rising
So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell His disciples. Matthew 28:8 It was Sunday morning When Mary and Mary Magdalene Went to the tomb of Jesus To finish the burial routine. The stone had been moved And this was surprising, For the body was gone; Hope started rising! The angel told them, “Do not fear! He has risen! He is not here!” The women hurried from the tomb On the way formalizing What to say to the disciples, As hope in them was rising! Peter and John could not believe What the women had said. “Jesus isn't in the tomb?…
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The Rock of Agony
“Father, if You are willing, take this cup from Me; yet not My will, but Yours be done.” Luke 22:42 As I touched the Rock of Agony Where Christ poured His heart out to God, I felt the power of the Holy Spirit, And I was humbled and in awe. In agony Christ sweat blood, As for His life He pleaded; “Yet not My will, but Thine,” He cried, Accepting His fate, He conceded. Oh, thank you, Jesus, for Your sacrifice, For loving us beyond comprehension; Though spotless Yourself, You bore our sins, Our salvation was Your intention. May I live in a way worthy to You, Honoring the sacrifice…
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Hope, Patience, and Prayer
Romans 12:12 Let your hope keep you joyful, be patient in your troubles, and pray at all times. Let your hope keep you joyful, For all things come from Him; He knows all your needs So, don't let despair win! Be patient in your troubles, Fretting does not pay; For He has the answer, Wait! He'll show the way. Finally, pray at all times, It will give you inward peace. Talk to God, then listen; His love will never cease! Romans 12:12 is one of my favorite verses. To me it’s the perfect road map for life. Being hopeful, patient, and prayerful is the best way to get through any…
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Got God? Got Strength!
The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to Him in song. Psalm 28:7 God, Your power's ever strong, You never tire out; It is comforting to know Your strength I'll never doubt. You're not a temporal refuge- A passing fancy or phase; You're with me in my circumstances, As I seek Your ways. This world is full of battles, Your Word says this is true; But You'll teach and strengthen me, Beside me see them through. If I need a human touch, To give me support or hope, I'll call…
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God’s Chosen Heroes
God has given each of you a gift from His great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another. 1 Peter 4:10 God chose ordinary people To get His objectives done; He didn’t pick a perfect person, Just a willing one. We are God’s chosen heroes When we go that extra mile, To help a friend reach a goal Or overcome a trial. Encouraging others to be their best While we’re walking in His will, Produces unity among each other As we sharpen each others’ skill. We talk a lot about heroes these days. Health care workers on the front lines, police officers and fire fighters putting…
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Spiritual Revival
2 Kings 20:5 Go back and speak to Hezekiah. He is the ruler of my people. Tell him, ‘The Lord, the God of King David, says, “I have heard your prayer. I have seen your tears. And I will heal you. On the third day from now you will go up to my temple. Psalm 85:6 Won’t you give us new life again? Then we’ll be joyful because of what you have done. Isaiah 57:15 For this is what the high and exalted One says—He who lives forever, whose name is holy: “I live in a high and holy place, but also with the one who is contrite and lowly in spirit, to revive the…
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A Fresh Start
Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland. Isaiah 43:18,19 A new year is before me, A clean slate to write upon; Filled with hope for what's ahead In 2021. New beginnings, a fresh start- Much promise lays ahead. God has a plan this year for me, If I allow my heart to be led. I will take what I've learned from 2020 And how it made me grow; Then ask God to guide me In the direction I…
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Love Came Down
This is how God showed His love among us: He sent His one and only Son into the world that we might live through Him. 1 John 4:9 Love came down at Christmas time From Heaven above; God came to Earth as flesh and blood To show us what is love. Love has many meanings, Each has a place in our heart; To spread God's Word through our actions, Each meaning we impart. Philautia is a love of self, Accepting who we are. You were uniquely created by God, So shine on like a star. Philia is a love between friends, A loyalty we feel towards them. Jesus is a…
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JOY
May your father and mother rejoice; may she who gave you birth be joyful! Proverbs 23:25 Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice. Proverbs 27:9 The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise Him. Psalm 28:7 There are many types of joy: The giggles from our girl or boy, The time well spent with a good friend, The joy of the Lord no one else can send. Our children give us joyful times From watching them play to…