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June 24th – Hebrews 4:16

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Hebrews 4:16

Being heirs with Jesus comes with some pretty awesome privileges. And one of them is the freedom to approach God anytime, anywhere. Because of the reconciliation we receive through the blood of Christ, no longer are we enemies of God. Instead we are His beloved children who can approach our Abba Father, not to receive judgement, but mercy. God wants us to come before Him not with fear, anxiety, or shame. But to come boldly, confident in our standing through Jesus. For He loves us like no other, and has everything we need in every situation. God wants a close, personal, relationship with each of us. And He wants to help, and love us through our trials. So go to Him in prayer, lay your heart at His feet, and receive His mighty grace and help in your time of need!

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June 18th – John 14:26

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John 14:26

Our Father knows all too well how frail we are. He understands that there is no way we can do what He asks of us on our own. And so He sent a Helper in the form of His Holy Spirit. God’s Spirit not only gives us the strength to do all the Lord commands, but from the moment He indwells in us He gets to work. What is His work? To change us from the inside out into the likeness of Jesus. The Holy Spirit  is God with us in all things. He convicts us of our sins, and assures us of God’s forgiveness. His help is essential in leading lives that are pleasing to our Father. And most wonderful of all, He puts upon us a seal for the day of redemption.(Eph. 4:30).  That means not only is the Spirit sent to help, comfort, and guide us, He is also God’s seal on us marking us as God’s very own!

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June 13th – Psalm 4:8

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Psalm 4:8

Experts recommend getting 7-9 hours of sleep a day. Yet for many a good nights sleep is an elusive goal. So no wonder a reported 9 million Americans take prescription drugs to help them fall asleep. And 50 to 70 million people in America suffer from one or several sleep disorders. David had many reasons to lay awake at night in worry. Yet because of his faith in God to protect and see him through his troubles, Israel’s king slept like a baby. And look at Peter. Facing certain death in the morning, you’d think he would have spent the night pacing his cell. But instead he slept so soundly, the angel sent by God to rescue Peter had to strike him in his side to awaken him. We all can experience that kind of peace and deep, restorative sleep. If we do like David and Peter, and turn over all our cares to God. For He promises peace. A peace “which surpasses all understanding,” and one which “will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:7).

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June 11th – Nehemiah 8:10

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Nehemiah 8:10

After a 70 year exile in Babylon, the Israelites triumphantly returned to their beloved Jerusalem. The people stood behind the newly rebuilt walls and listened as the priest Ezra read aloud from the Book of the Law of Moses. And as they realized how horribly they had rejected and sinned against God, the people began to weep. Have you ever wept because of sin? Had times where you have rejected the Word of God? I have. And my heart has been broken knowing the hurt I have caused my Lord. But we serve a God of unending mercy and love. And like Nehemiah told the downhearted Israelites, instead of weeping over past sin we should rejoice! Because when we truly repent and return to God, He welcomes us back joyfully, and with open arms. And to experience such unmerited grace not only heals our hearts, but renews our strength!

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June 8th – 1 Peter 5:7

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1 Peter 5:7 

We all need a friend to share our troubles with. Someone to listen to our fears, cares, and worries. And while earthly friends may not understand, tire of hearing our complaints, or have troubles of their own, Jesus never will. In fact He implores us to, “cast all your anxiety on Him.” The word “cast” comes from the Greek verb “rhipto” which means to throw off or to lay down. It’s the act of deliberately laying something down and leaving it there. The Lord encourages us to hand the worries of our hearts over to Him. To lay them at His feet, never again picking them back up. Because there isn’t a difficulty or hardship He can’t handle. Not a problem He can’t solve. God knows us better than we know ourselves, and what’s best for us. So go to Him and bare your heart. For He loves you more than life itself. And is the best Friend you could ever have! 

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June 7th – Psalm 147:3

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Psalm 147:3

Charles Spurgeon once said, “Hearts are broken through disappointment. Hearts are broken through bereavement. Hearts are broken in ten thousand ways, for this is a heart-breaking world….” Living in a fallen world means we all will experience the wounds of pain and sorrow. And as with any injury, we need the healing of a good physician. Jesus is our great Physician. For His is a medicine that can heal even the gravest of wounds. Through His wisdom He guides us through the pain. With His strength He carries us through our weakness. And with His great love, He mends all that ails us. The Father of mercies and God of all comfort, (2 Cor. 1:3-4) promises to give aid to all of His hurting children. So give your pain to the Lord. For as Spurgeon continues, “Christ is good at healing all manner of heartbreaks”

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June 6th – 2 Corinthians 5:6-7

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2 Corinthians 5:6-7

The older I get, the more I long for my promised glorified body. One that no longer knows sickness, pain, and decay. A perfect body clothed in a beautiful white garment provided by my Lord. And one which no longer sins against God or carries the shame of my failures. But until that day, while I wait for that glorious transformation, the apostle Paul tells me I am to walk by faith and not sight. But what exactly does this mean? It means living a life of faith, glorifying God in all I do. And courageously making all of my decisions not based on what the world says, but what the Bible says. Walking by faith means that no matter the circumstance, I will obey God, trust in Him alone, and the guiding of His Holy Spirit. And even though my earthly body will grow frail, never will my love for the Lord!

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June 4th – Psalm 55:22

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Psalm 55:22

There’s nothing more painful than being betrayed by someone you hold dear. King David knew this well. Betrayed by one of his dearest friends, his heart was broken and his soul weary. David faced threats from all sides, enemies constantly wanting his destruction, and not knowing who would turn on him next. Too much for any one man to deal with on his own. No wonder he cried out in deep despair. But because the One he cried out to was the Lord, David found the strength to overcome every painful circumstance. To cast our cares on God means laying at His feet every problem, hurt, and disappointment. To trust in His promises and provisions, and letting Him fight our fight. No matter what this world throws at us we needn’t worry nor fear. Because God promises to never let the righteous be shaken!

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June 3rd – John 14:27

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John 14:27

I wish I could tell you there was a magic pill, a fool proof therapy, or a sure fire yoga pose to combat fear and anxiety. But there’s not. Because nothing this world offers can truly ease our weary hearts. No, the true soul resting peace that we crave only comes from the Lord. I myself struggle with PTSD stemming from a childhood tragedy. And some days the battle for peace seems impossible to win. But because of my relationship with Jesus Christ, I don’t fight it alone. It’s a war I wage together with Him. The moment I feel the fear start to creep in, I cry out to my Lord. I share with Him every thought and feeling. And I remember His promise that tells me if my fears never come to pass, or if my greatest dread is realized, Jesus is there. And my heart need never be troubled or afraid.

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June 2nd – Psalm 73:26

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Psalm 73:26

Do you ever get weary of watching the wicked prosper? Asaph was one of David’s worship leaders in the tabernacle choir. He too couldn’t understand why God let people not only practice evil, but be rewarded by it. But God’s ways are not ours, and regardless of his wondering, Asaph still put his faith in the Lord. For he knew that as long as God was his portion, no matter the actions of the wicked, he had all he needed. To have God as our portion means making Him the source of our happiness and strength. And to be humbled, joyful, and content with all God blesses us with. Evil may swirl around us, but nothing is out of the Creator’s control. And His power is perfected in our weakness. (2 Cor. 12:9,10) So if we keep our hearts and mind focused on Him, we can be assured that God will never fail us!

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