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Category Archives: Morning Prayer
Acts of the Holy Spirit
The book of Acts starts with the promised coming of the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:5 (NLT) “… in just a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” Acts 2:3-4 Then, what looked like flames or … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Acts, Acts 1:5, Acts 2:3-4, Holy Spirit, Your will be done
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Acts of Luke
The book of Acts is worthy of study. It was written by a man named Luke, who also wrote the gospel bearing his name. Both were the result of Luke’s careful work. Luke 1:3-4 (NLT) Having carefully investigated everything … Continue reading
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Tagged Acts, Bible study, Luke, Luke 1:3-4
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See God with Us (Emmanuel)
“By the light of nature we see God as a God above us, by the light of the law we see Him as a God against us, but by the light of the gospel we see Him as Emmanuel, God … Continue reading
Posted in Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged Emmanuel, God with us, great commandments, Matthew 22:37-39, Matthew Henry, see God
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Look Up and See God
Psalm 19:1-2 (NLT) The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship. Day after day they continue to speak; night after night they make him known. Look up and see God. See Him in the sun, moon, … Continue reading
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Tagged God in creation, Psalm 19:1-2, see God, sky
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God Who Sees
Hagar, an Egyptian slave, got caught in the drama between Abram and Sarai and their inability to have a child. Pregnant and unhappy, Hagar ran away. Alone in the wilderness, she had a life-changing conversation. Genesis 16:13 (EXB) The slave … Continue reading
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Tagged El-Roi, Genesis 16:13, God Who Sees, Hagar, Matthew 25:40
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God Sees Me
Psalm 33:18 (MSG) Watch this: God’s eye is on those who respect him, the ones who are looking for his love. I look for God. He sees me. Works both ways, yay! [Note to self: I can’t … Continue reading
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Tagged forgiveness, God sees, looking for God, Psalm 33:18
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God Sees
Proverbs 15:3 (ESV) The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good. Sometimes I think God isn’t paying attention. I’m wrong. He sees it all. Good morning, Lord. I believe You … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged all-seeing, God's eyes, Proverbs 15:3
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WWJW (What Would Jesus Wear?)
The Bible says this about the clothes Jesus wore: John 19:23-24 (ESV) When the soldiers had crucified Jesus, they took his garments and divided them into four parts, one part for each soldier; also his tunic. But … Continue reading
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Tagged clothes, John 19:23-24, what Jesus wore
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What Should I Spend?
Decades ago, I heard someone say that most American adults could go three years without buying any new clothes. Certainly, it’s been true for me. Right now, I have a closet full of shirts, dresses, pants and sweaters. John the … Continue reading
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Tagged generosity, Luke 3:11, more than enough
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What to Wear? Keep It Simple
“Always remember the essence of Christian holiness is simplicity and purity: one design, one desire: entire devotion to God.” John Wesley (1703-1791) It’s simple: what I wear should line up both with God’s plan for me and my devotion … Continue reading
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Tagged 1 Peter 3:3-4, John Wesley, keep it simple, what to wear
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