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An Open Heart Begins With An Honest Prayer.
“Search me, O God, and know my heart! Try me and know my thoughts!” — Psalm 139:23 (RSVCI) In this piece, open hands beneath heavenly light symbolize a willingness to come before God with nothing hidden. The warm light reflects His complete knowledge of us and the trust it takes to welcome His guidance. Reflection: God already knows our hearts,…
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When God Replenishes the Weary Soul
A Reflection on Jeremiah 31:25 There are times when a good night’s sleep cannot cure the deepest kind of tiredness. The body may keep moving. Responsibilities may still be met. We may continue to care for our families, answer messages, complete tasks, and show up for the people who need us. Yet beneath it all, the soul can become weary.…
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The Narrow Gate: Choosing the Way That Leads to Life
“For the gate is narrow and the way is hard, that leads to life, and those who find it are few.” — Matthew 7:14, RSV-2CE There are moments in Scripture when Jesus offers comfort, reassurance, and rest. There are also moments when His words confront us, awaken us, and call us to examine the direction of our lives. Matthew 7:14…
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When Our Plans Change but God’s Purpose Remains
Proverbs 19:21 “Many are the plans of the human heart, but it is the decision of the Lord that endures.” — Proverbs 19:21 We all make plans. We plan for our families, our work, our homes, our finances, our health, and our future. We picture how life should unfold, which doors should open, and how quickly our prayers should be…
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