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2014 Day 316 – Luke 11

12 Wednesday Nov 2014

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There is nothing greater than a loving and engaged father except the love of God the Father on us. Luke 11:13 says, “If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will you Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” God is capable of giving us more love and protection than we are even capable of comprehending. God loves us beyond anything we could ever experience from earthly sources. We must trust in Him and know He wants nothing but what is best for us and brings glory to His kingdom.

2014 Day 309 – Mark 9

05 Wednesday Nov 2014

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Back in Jesus’ time, children were often treated as second class citizens. But Jesus used children as an example of service and love to those who needed our help the most. Mark 9:36-37, 36 He took a little child and had him stand among them. Taking him by the arm, he said to them, 37 “Whoever welcomes one of these little children in my name welcomes me; and whoever welcomes me does not welcome me but the one who sent me.” Jesus’ point was to show that our service to others is a reflection of Christ’s love and service to them. While children can be challenging at times to deal with, they are the ones who benefit from Christ’s love the most by helping them form into who God created them to be.

2014 Day 287 – Matthew 11

14 Tuesday Oct 2014

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Jesus frees us from all our burdens, no matter how big or small. Things in this life that seem to have such a stronghold are insignificant in comparison to the purpose He has for each of us. Matthew 11:28-30 says, 28 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. The “rest” that Jesus promises is love, healing and peace, but not the labor. The existence of a relationship with God changes a difficult life into one of spiritual fulfillment and purpose, not necessarily easy.

2014 Day 283 – Matthew 7

10 Friday Oct 2014

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The Golden Rule: Matthew 7:12, So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets. It does not take a lot of effort to do what is right and refrain from hurting other people. It takes much more effort and emotional investment to plot evil against another person. Further, Jesus modeled The Golden Rule in a foundation of grace and mercy, which is the kind of love God shows us every day.

2014 Day 279 – Mark 3

06 Monday Oct 2014

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When we first read Mark 3:35, it seems as though Jesus is being a bit harsh towards His earthly family, Whoever does God’s will is my brother and sister and mother. It’s almost as though He has chosen to set His mother and brothers aside. However, Jesus was not being disrespectful, He was instead being inclusive of everyone as members of His family. The Church (not the building) is a representation of Christ. We are the “Body” and we have the ability to give loving and personalized care as a reflection of Christ to people who can find it nowhere else. We must never take that responsibility lightly or choose to give it selectively. Our ability to give is not limited by God’s ability, but by our ability to trust and obey.

2014 Day 265 – Mark 1

22 Monday Sep 2014

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It is always so comforting to read about Jesus’ compassion and how willing He was to love and heal the brokenness in people. Mark 1:41 shows a great example of this, Filled with compassion, Jesus reached out his hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” he said. “Be clean!” Just like the man with leprosy, Jesus never turns His back on any of us. He is always there standing by our side and never leaving us. We are the ones who fail to recognize His presence and willingness to be there for us.

2014 Day 255 – Luke 2

12 Friday Sep 2014

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Today we continue to read about the early life of Jesus in Luke 2. As I read this chapter I could not help but think about how interesting it was that Jesus’ earthly parents were repeatedly astonished by all that happened around Him. But then I reminded myself that I do the same thing. As much as I read the Bible and understand who God is more and more each day, I am still surprised when He comes through for me. It should come as a no-brainer that God loves me and wants nothing but what is best for me according to His will. Praise God for that!

2014 Day 251 – Psalm 136

08 Monday Sep 2014

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Psalm 136 sums up the story of God’s love for His people. Bottom line… His love endures forever.” God’s love contains aspects of love, kindness, mercy, and faithfulness. His love is a well that will never run dry.

2014 Day 242 – Psalm 117

30 Saturday Aug 2014

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While today’s reading consists of only two verses, it is a great reminder of why God deserves our praise. The second verse stood out to me the most, For great is his love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord. God loves all of us with no exception. His faithfulness is complete and it is perfect.

2014 Day 241 – Psalm 46

29 Friday Aug 2014

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Today, Psalm 46:1 immediately caught my eye, God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. God is always there to help and provide peace and security.If we learn to trust in Him, we realize His power is complete. He never fails to be there because He loves us.