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October 8th – Romans 8:34

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Romans 8:34

When we’re hurting, struggling, and don’t know what to do next, we can turn to Jesus. Because He isn’t standing at a distance watching us struggle. He’s at the right hand of the Father, interceding for us. He knows our hearts completely. He knows the pain we don’t have words for.  And He sees the tears we hide, the battles we don’t tell anyone about, and the burdens that feel too heavy to carry. Jesus is there, pleading our case before the Father.

Think about that for a moment. The very One who understands our suffering is the One praying for us. When we’re too exhausted to pray, Jesus is praying. When our hearts are broken, Jesus knows. And when we don’t understand what God is doing, Jesus is still there.

Our hope is found in Jesus, our Savior, our Advocate, and our Intercessor. So if you’re hurting today, take comfort in this. Jesus knows, Jesus cares, and Jesus is praying for you. You are being held by a love that never lets go.

Whatever you’re carrying today, you don’t have to carry it alone. Bring it to Jesus and rest in the assurance that He is already standing before the Father on your behalf.

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September 25th – Galatians 6:10

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Galatians 6:10

Sometimes the hardest things to let go of are anger, bitterness, and the need to be right. When someone hurts, disappoints, or treats us unfairly, our first instinct may be to defend ourselves, and make sure the other person knows just how wrong they were. We struggle to move past the hurt. And before we realize it, that anger begins to take root in our hearts and steal our peace.

But God calls us to something better. He calls us to lay down our anger, release our bitterness, and stop letting the need to win every argument control our hearts. That doesn’t mean pretending we weren’t hurt. Or excusing someone’s behavior, and allowing others to mistreat us. But we can speak the truth without being cruel and stand up for ourselves without allowing bitterness to take hold.

God wants us to do good to all people. Not just those who are kind to us, agree with us, or treat us the way we think we deserve. All people. We may not be able to change how others treat us, but with God’s help, we can choose how we respond. We can let go of the need to prove our point and trust God to handle what we can’t. Because our goal isn’t to win every battle, but to reflect Jesus in the way we love others.

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September 21st – 1 John 1:9

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1 John 1:9

God’s forgiveness isn’t like ours. Sometimes we say we forgive someone, but deep down we’re still holding onto the hurt. We remember what they did, bring it back up when we’re angry, or keep a little piece of the offense tucked away in our hearts. Sometimes we even refuse to forgive at all. But God doesn’t forgive us that way.

When we come to Him honestly, confess what we’ve done, and ask Him to forgive us, He does. There is no catch. No hidden grudge. No keeping our mistakes over our heads. No wondering if He’s secretly holding our failures against us. He forgives. Completely.

And maybe that’s hard for some of us to understand because human forgiveness can be so different. We may worry that we’ve messed up too badly or that God must be disappointed in us. But His love doesn’t disappear when we fail. Our mistakes don’t make Him love us less.

That’s the beautiful thing about grace. We don’t have to hide from God when we’ve messed up. We can run to Him. So if there’s something you’ve been carrying today, don’t let shame keep you away from Him. Confess it. Give it to Him. Receive His grace. Because when God says He forgives, He means it.

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September 17th – James 1:19

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James 1:19

Self-control is something I struggle with, especially when it comes to keeping my mouth shut. When someone hurts me or makes me angry, my mouth has a bad habit of getting me into trouble. That’s why James 1:19 is something I need to keep coming back to.

God isn’t telling me to ignore my feelings or pretend I wasn’t hurt. He’s teaching me how to respond to those feelings. Be quick to listen. Slow to speak. And slow to become angry. But that’s a lot harder than it sounds.

When I’m hurt, I want to defend myself. And when I’m angry, I want to make sure the other person knows exactly how I feel. I want to explain my side, have the first word, and make sure I get the last word too. But I don’t have to.

Sometimes I simply need to zip my lips, take a breath, and let God lead my response. Because following Jesus means more than knowing what God’s Word says. It means allowing His Word to change the way I respond when life doesn’t go my way.

I may not be able to control what someone says or does to me, but I can ask God to help me control what comes out of my mouth. So today, I’m asking God to help me slow down before I speak and remember that I don’t need the first word or the last word. I just need to follow His Word and respond in a way that honors Him.

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September 10th – Colossians 3:13

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Colossians 3:13

Forgiveness isn’t always easy, especially when someone has hurt us deeply. But as followers of Jesus, we are called to practice patience, grace, mercy, and forgiveness. Not because people deserve it, but because we have received these very things from Jesus.

Patience means giving others room to grow instead of expecting perfection. Grace means giving kindness when someone hasn’t earned it. Mercy means choosing compassion instead of giving someone what we think they deserve. And forgiveness means releasing the debt of the offense into God’s hands rather than continuing to carry it ourselves.

None of this means pretending the hurt didn’t happen or allowing someone to keep hurting us. Forgiveness doesn’t erase boundaries or make wrong things right. It simply means we refuse to let someone else’s actions fill our hearts with bitterness.

Think about how patient God has been with us. How many times has He forgiven us? How often have we fallen short and yet found His mercy waiting for us? We may not be able to change what someone did, but through Christ, we can choose what we do with the hurt. Let’s be quick to forgive, slow to anger, generous with grace, rich in mercy, and willing to give others the same patience God continually gives us.

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September 6th – John 14:15

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John 14:15

We often talk about loving Jesus, and we absolutely should, but Jesus reminds us that genuine love for Him will show itself in the way we live. Sometimes we want to grow closer to God while still holding tightly to the things He is asking us to release. We want His peace, but we don’t want to let go of control. We want His freedom, but we don’t want to let go of the habits that keep us bound. And we want to become more like Christ, but we don’t always want to surrender our own way.

But we can’t fully grow while constantly choosing our own path. Letting go is part of growing. When we let go of our need to control every outcome. When we let go of the sins we’ve become comfortable with. And when we let go of bitterness, pride, fear, and selfishness, we make room for God to grow something new in us.

But obedience isn’t always easy. Sometimes God’s way will ask us to forgive when we’d rather hold onto the hurt. To remain silent when we’d rather have the last word. To trust when we want answers. And to say no to ourselves so we can say yes to Him. And every time  we give up our way and choose God’s, something happens inside of us. We grow.

Surrender isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s an act of love. And sometimes the very thing we’re afraid to release is the very thing keeping us from becoming who God is calling us to be. So if we truly love Jesus, let that love be more than words. Let it change our choices, shape our hearts, and lead us into obedience.

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August 22nd – Psalm 88:14

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Psalm 88:14

There is a particular kind of pain that comes from praying and waiting…and waiting…and still not getting an answer. It hurts even more when you’ve been trusting God, believing He hears you, and yet the silence continues. Psalm 88:14 gives words to that ache. “Why, Lord, do you reject me and hide your face from me?” It’s a verse that reminds us that even faithful people can experience seasons when God feels distant.

Sometimes the hardest part isn’t the struggle itself. It’s watching someone else receive the very answer you’ve been praying for. You see their joy, their answered prayer, and their testimony. While you’re genuinely happy for them, a quiet question can rise in your heart. “Lord, when will it be my turn?”

If you’ve ever felt that way, you’re not a bad Christian. You’re human. Waiting can test our faith in ways we never expected. It can make us wonder if God has forgotten us, if He’s listening, or if somehow our prayers aren’t important enough. But God’s silence is not the same as God’s absence.

Just because you can’t see Him working doesn’t mean He isn’t. Just because the answer hasn’t come doesn’t mean He hasn’t heard every word you’ve prayed. God sees the tears you wipe away before anyone notices. He knows the prayers you can barely put into words. He knows how long you’ve been waiting.

So keep praying. Keep trusting. Your story isn’t over because your prayer hasn’t been answered yet. God is still writing it. And when the waiting feels unbearable, remember that you don’t have to understand His timing to trust His heart.

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August 4th – Jeremiah 17:14

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Jeremiah 17:14

There are moments in life when we realize there is nothing we can do to fix what’s broken. And it’s in those moments, we’re reminded that our greatest need isn’t another plan or another solution. We need God.

Jeremiah knew that true healing could only come from the Lord. He wasn’t placing his hope in himself or in the things of this world. He was trusting the Great Physician. The One whose power has no limits and whose love never fails.

Sometimes God heals our bodies. Sometimes He heals our hearts. And sometimes His healing comes by giving us the strength, peace, and grace to walk through the valley until we reach the other side. However He chooses to work, His healing is always perfect because it flows from His wisdom and His unfailing love.

If your heart is heavy today, don’t carry your burdens alone. Bring them to Jesus. Pour out every fear, tear, disappointment, and unanswered question before Him. Our Heavenly Father is always ready to receive those who earnestly seek Him. He sees your pain, He hears your prayers, and He has not forgotten you.

Whatever you are facing today, take heart. The same God who hears your cries is the God who still heals, still restores, still saves, and still works miracles in the lives of His children. Keep your eyes on Him, for He is your hope, your strength, and your healer.

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June 25th – Isaiah 40:31

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Isaiah 40:31

Life can be hard. There are seasons when the burdens seem heavier than we can carry, the disappointments cut deeper than we expected, and the road ahead feels longer than we have the strength to travel. Sometimes we reach a point where we simply don’t know how to take another step.

That’s why I love the promise found in Isaiah 40:31. God never expected us to carry life’s burdens alone. He doesn’t stand at a distance watching us struggle. He walks beside us through every trial, every heartache, and every storm. And when we are too weary to keep going, He gives us the strength we need for that moment.

There have been times in my life when I felt completely drained. Drained emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Looking back, I can see that it wasn’t my own strength that carried me through. It was God’s. When I couldn’t take another step, He sustained me. When I felt weak, He became my strength. When I was ready to give up, He gently lifted me up and helped me keep moving forward.

If you’re weary today, take heart. The same God who created the stars knows exactly what you’re carrying. He sees your struggles, hears your prayers, and understands your pain. Lean on Him. Trust Him. The journey may still be difficult, but you don’t have to walk it alone. And when your strength runs out, His never will.

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June 22nd – Psalm 34:18

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Psalm 34:18

One of the biggest misconceptions about following Jesus is that it guarantees an easy life. But the truth is, Jesus told us just the opposite. He said that in this world we would have trouble. This side of heaven, life can hurt. Hearts get broken. Relationships fall apart. Loved ones pass away. Prayers seem unanswered. We face disappointments, struggles, and seasons of deep pain.

But Psalm 34:18 offers a beautiful promise for those difficult moments. God never said we would be spared from heartbreak, but He did promise that we would never face it alone. When our hearts are broken, the Lord draws near. When we feel crushed by the weight of life, He comes alongside us with His comfort, strength, and peace.

Sometimes we may wonder where God is in the middle of our suffering, but often it is in those very moments that His presence becomes the most real. He sees every tear, hears every prayer, and understands every hurt. Nothing we face is hidden from Him.

If your heart is hurting today, take comfort in knowing that God is not distant from your pain. He is close to the brokenhearted. He walks with you through the valleys, carries you when you are weak, and gently reminds you that this painful season is not the end of your story. One day, every tear will be wiped away. Until then, we can rest in the arms of a Savior who understands suffering and whose love never fails.

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