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Morning Prayer: Better Things

Good morning, Lord. Teach me to make room for better things by giving up foolish things. Teach me to let go of gossip and replace it with encouragement, to swap out thoughtless snacking for mindful appreciation for tastes and textures, … Continue reading

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No Self-Punishment

  There are many references in Scripture to self-discipline (self-control). I couldn’t find even one about self-punishment.   Apparently, punishment isn’t a DIY job. And that’s something to think about.

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Not My Self-Discipline

  2 Timothy 1:7 (NLT) For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.   Per this verse, I’m not the source of my own self-discipline. It comes from God. Now … Continue reading

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