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Sometimes, I don’t have time to pray or read my Bible. I start my day without Jesus and forget to include Him later. One day stretches into several as I find another excuse to skip or rush my daily quiet time. Eventually, my devotions just go through the motions. I don’t understand why I feel distant from Him. Before I realize why, everything in my life seems wrong. I am cranky and complain about small details. When God is the first priority in my life, my desires fall behind my love for Him. Matthew 6:33 is, “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, andRead More →

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I am impatient and don’t like uncertainty. Waiting brings me feelings of restlessness and anxiety. Knowing that God will create something better than I can imagine does not help me let go. Instead of trusting God, I do whatever I think will fix my problem. I create a bigger mess and more stress. God is the only way to find peace. Psalm 46:10 is“Be still and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.” (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015). It is hard for me to wait or be still. God resolves my unknownsRead More →

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I hear voices telling me I am not good enough. Lies tell me I am a failure and point out my mistakes. They try to convince me that work I do for God will never measure up to His standards. When enough things go wrong in my life, I am tired, or not feeling well, I succumb to these lies. I feel guilty that I have failed again and give up. I can’t fight against these lies alone. John 8:44 is, “…He (the devil) was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies,Read More →

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Fear stands in the way of my success. Doubt convinces me I have failed before I start. Anxiety keeps me from trying something I can achieve. I want to share my story with others, but don’t because I am afraid. Even though I know God wants more from me, fear keeps me from going forward Psalm 56:3 is, “But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in you.” (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 2015). I can walk away from fear by trusting in God. He gives me strength and courage to finish what I start. All I have to do is trust God.Read More →

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My life has never been trouble free. In the past, food helped me survive, but failed to take away pain. Complaining about my struggles does not fix my problems. Turning to God is the only way I find peace and joy. James 1:2 is, “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds,” (Holy Bible, New International Version, 2011). I find joy while crying my heart out to Him. God comforts me and uses tough times to bring me closer to Him. I would rather face troubles with God by my side than enjoy pleasure without Him.Read More →