Tag: Ministries
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PURPOSE FROM PAIN
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No matter what you may be presently going through, know that God is going to bring purpose from your pain. No experience is wasted with the Lord. Trust Jesus! He knows exactly what needs to happen in your life to propel you into your destiny. “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, […]
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JESUS “WILL” COME THROUGH FOR YOU!
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“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High, shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.’ Surely He shall deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the perilous pestilence. […]
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EXCEEDING AND ETERNAL GLORY
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“We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed. For our light affliction {adversity; trials; persecution}, which is but for a moment {it’s temporal}, is WORKING FOR US a far more EXCEEDING and ETERNAL weight of GLORY.” -2 Corinthians 4: 8-9 & 17
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YOU CAN COUNT ON IT!
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If the Lord said it, then He will do it. You can count on it! “For all the promises of God in Him are YES, and in Him AMEN, to the glory of God through us.” -2 Corinthians 1:20 (NKJV)
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A LOVE THAT DOESN’T BETRAY OR WALK AWAY
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“Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which […]
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THE GOODNESS OF THE LORD
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“Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good. Blessed is the man who trusts in Him! Oh, fear the Lord, you His saints! There is no want to those who fear Him. The young lions lack and suffer hunger; but those who seek the Lord shall not lack any good thing.” -Psalm 34: 8-10 […]
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GOD’S WORD WILL REMAIN
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God’s word is the constant that will never change! When everything that we presently see is gone, the Word of the Lord will remain. God’s Word is eternal, indestructible, unstoppable, creative, all-powerful, and so much more! It is the life force by which all things are governed. It is the energy that gave birth to […]
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PUT GOD FIRST
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“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” – Matthew 6:33 Are you feeling overwhelmed by the cares of this life? Perhaps you’ve been concerned lately because you’re not sure how you’re going to make ends meet. Or, maybe your battle is not so much […]
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When the Time is Right, it Will Happen!
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In the book of Genesis, we find a powerful story about a man named Abraham. He and his wife, Sarah, faced an impossible situation. They were given a tremendous promise by God, involving the future birth of a son, but there was no way in the natural for it to happen. Sarah was barren and […]
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PERFECT PEACE
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“You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.” -Isaiah 26:3
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GOD’S GOT YOUR BACK
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Do not be concerned because of the treacherous behavior of people. Even Jesus had a betrayer in His inner circle. Let things play out. The actions of Judas ended up being his demise. What the enemy intended for evil, God used to accomplish His divine plan. Just keep your heart right with God. No attempt […]
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WALK IT OUT
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The storm can only stop you if you give it your attention. Faith requires focus! Fix your eyes on Jesus, and keep on walking. “Immediately Jesus made His disciples get into the boat and go before Him to the other side, while He sent the multitudes away. And when He had sent the multitudes away, He went […]
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THE PROMISE KEEPER
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God always fulfills His promises. If the Lord said it, then He will do it! He will bring the promise to pass, but it will happen in His time – not yours or mine. The promise will manifest in a manner that is consistent with His overall plan. You do not have to understand or […]
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JESUS LOVES YOU
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If the Lord has to write it in the sky to get the message across, He will do it! “For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come; nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate […]
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JESUS STILL DELIVERS
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The enemy’s plot to silence and destroy you will not succeed if you will only trust God, and leave things in His hands. Turn to Him during this time of attack. The enemy may be plotting your demise and doing everything that he can to try and destroy your life. But know this…if you have […]
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THE PROMISE IS JUST AHEAD
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You know you’re on the brink of something great happening when the enemy sends an assassin to try and destroy you. Keep moving forward! The promise is just ahead.
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KEEP YOUR FOCUS ON JESUS
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“Immediately Jesus made His disciples get into the boat and go before Him to the other side, while He sent the multitudes away. And when He had sent the multitudes away, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. Now when evening came, He was alone there. But the boat was now in the middle of […]
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GOD’S PLAN DOESN’T REQUIRE THE APPROVAL OF PEOPLE
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Man’s rejection is often indicative of God’s selection. So don’t worry about what other people think. The Lord has a way of using the good and the bad in our lives to accomplish His purposes. That means that He can work in spite of your haters and the naysayers. God’s plan doesn’t require the approval […]
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THE “ONE” WHO DOES NOT LOSE
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Forgive and pray for your enemies, then watch and see what God will do…the Lord will fight for you! Jesus is your best defense against any attempt of the enemy to destroy you. Trust God with the situation that you are facing. He never fails to defend His own. Jesus loves you and He will […]
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THE FAITH REALM
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Let your spiritual reach exceed your natural grasp and you will eventually step into a place, cultivated by your obedience and faith in God’s word, where the “impossible” suddenly becomes “possible,” and a reality in your life. Do not be afraid to step out in faith and believe God for things that are not currently […]
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PREPARED BY THE HAND OF GOD
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Do not get sidetracked by the events of yesterday that you neglect to see the promise contained in your tomorrow. If you can believe God for it, then He will be faithful to do it! You may be in a difficult season right now, but understand it is only temporary. A new day is just […]
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THE TEST OF TRUE SONSHIP
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“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I {Jesus} say to you, LOVE your enemies, BLESS those who curse you, DO GOOD to those who hate you, and PRAY for those who spitefully use you and persecute you, that you may be SONS of YOUR […]
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TIME TO LEVEL UP!
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SCRIPTURE TEXT: JOB 42:10 “And the Lord turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the Lord gave Job twice as much as he had before.” The ferocity of the attack is indicative of the the magnitude of the blessing that God has for you in your next season. It’s time to level up! Promotion […]
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HOLD YOUR PEACE
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Scripture Text: Exodus 14: 13-31 “And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever. 14 The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall […]
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TRUST GOD WITH THE DETAILS
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Do not be frustrated or concerned because you do not know what is going to happen next, or become anxious because you do not understand how things are going to transpire or unfold. Do not worry about the details of the future! During times of “uncertainty,” when the path seems obscure, you can be “certain” […]
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THE LORD WILL COMMAND THE BLESSING ON YOU
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“The Lord will cause your enemies who rise against you to be defeated before your face; they shall come out against you one way and flee before you seven ways. THE LORD WILL COMMAND THE BLESSING ON YOU in your storehouses and in ALL to which you set your hand, and He will bless you […]
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BREAKTHROUGH IS COMING!
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The enemy would not be coming against you with such ferocity if the Lord did not have something great for you just ahead! If you are going through a season in which you are under attack on every side, don’t lose hope or become discouraged! God is faithful to those who love Him and obey […]
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THE LORD WILL PERFORM HIS WORD
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“Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for Him. Do not fret over the one who prospers in his way, over the man who carries out wicked schemes.” -Psalm 37:7
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TOTAL SURRENDER
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“Then Jesus told his disciples, ‘If anyone would come after Me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it.’” – Matthew 16: 24-25 (ESV)
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HE IS FAITHFUL THAT PROMISED!
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“Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering, for He is faithful that promised.” -Hebrews 10:23
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MAINTAIN YOUR FOCUS
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If the enemy cannot destroy or stop you, then he will attempt to distract you. Be aware of his devices! Keep your eyes on Jesus. Maintain your focus on Him and keep moving forward. Your destiny is ahead of you…not behind, or to the right or left of you. “Let your eyes look straight ahead, […]
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GREATER THINGS AWAIT!
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“It is written, the eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor has it entered into man’s heart, the THINGS which God has PREPARED for them that LOVE Him.” -1 Corinthians 2:9
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KEEP MOVING FORWARD
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Your setback is a setup for God to display His Power and Glory in your life! God does have greater things ahead for you! He is not finished working in your life. God has not brought you this far to abandon you now. Continue trusting God and be faithful where the Lord has placed you. […]
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ON-TIME GOD
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“Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego answered and said to the king, ‘O Nebuchadnezzar, we have no need to answer you in this matter. If that is the case, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and He will deliver us from your hand, O king. BUT IF NOT, let it be known to you, O king, […]
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God Has Not Changed His Mind!
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Rest assured…God has not changed His mind, and He has not forgotten about you! Every word that He has spoken will be fulfilled in your life, so just be still and know that God is in control. He will not fail you! The Lord will faithfully fulfill every promise that He has given you! Remain […]
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THERE WILL BE PEACE WHEN THE TIMING IS RIGHT
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God’s direction brings peace and joy, not confusion and fear. If there is no peace, then it’s either not of God or the timing is wrong.
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WAIT ON THE LORD
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To avoid pitfalls, costly delays, and bad decisions, wait for God’s guidance in all matters of your life. Do not be hasty in your actions. Do not allow the pressures of people, circumstances, or time constraints to force you into a decision. A rushed decision is usually the wrong decision! Through the instruction and personal […]
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DESTINY vs HISTORY
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Your destiny will never look like your history. God has so much greater for you than you have experienced previously. Don’t be afraid to step into the “new” that God has prepared for you!
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SEASONS OF PREPARATION
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A season of preparation always precedes great accomplishment. Things may be difficult right now, but it will be worth it!
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GOD CAN DO WHAT YOU CANNOT
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Give it to God! He can do what you cannot. “The things which are impossible for men are possible with God.” – Luke 18: 27
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THE CONSTANT
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JESUS IS STILLl… Savior, Provider, Healer, Way-Maker, Promise Keeper, Deliverer…in a world of rapid change, He remains the same. Jesus is the constant! “I am God, I do not change…” – Malachi 3:6
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THE CONSTANT IN TIMES OF CHAOS
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There is a constant in the middle of the chaos. His name is Jesus! He is reliable, faithful, trustworthy, unfailing…Jesus remains the same! He is unchanging!! You know what you get with God. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” -Hebrews 13: 8
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TRUE PROSPERITY
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If you want to be blessed in all of your ways, then you must put God first, reject a sinful lifestyle, and read and develop a passion for the Word of God. In doing so, you will be established, your faith will remain unshakeable, and you will prosper in all that you do for the […]
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THE ROCK & REFUGE
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“Hear my cry, O God. Attend to my prayer. From the end of the earth, I will cry to You. When my heart is overwhelmed, lead me to the rock that is higher than I. You have been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy. I will abide in Your tabernacle […]
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IT’S ON THE WAY
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The Lord is working things out for your good, according to His plan. You may not understand how it will transpire, but know that God is faithful. He will do what He has promised! You may not be able to see it yet, but keep believing. Your blessing is going to manifest suddenly. The answer […]
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TRUST GOD
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“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your paths.” -Proverbs 3: 5-6
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GIVE IT TO GOD
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Turn whatever is bothering you over to the Lord in prayer. When you let go of the situation, then He can take over. Instead of worrying or becoming anxious about matters, commit things to the hands of the Lord. Jesus loves you, and He can handle what you cannot! Give it to God today, and […]
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SOMETHING NEW
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Praise God for the great things He has done, but do not remain in the past! Look to the future with great expectancy and embrace the opportunities of this season. Shift your attention and focus. The Lord is going to cause new things to spring up in your life as you focus your attention upon […]
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GOD HEARS THE PRAYERS OF HIS PEOPLE
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“The Lord is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayers of the righteous.” -Proverbs 15: 29 “The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call upon Him in truth. He will fulfill the desire of those who fear Him. He also will hear their cry and save them. […]
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THE BLESSING OF THE LORD
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There is a life of blessing for the individual who will put God first and live according to His instruction. The Heavenly Father will protect, empower, shield with favor, provide every need, and even grant the desires of the heart when an individual’s ways please Him. No “good thing” will the Lord withhold from those […]
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THE DELIVERER
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“My God has sent His angel and has shut the lions’ mouths so that they have not hurt me…” -Daniel 6:22 God still delivers His people! If you place your confidence and trust in Him, then He will show up and do the impossible when the time is right. Despite what is going on around […]
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THE INSEPARABLE LOVE OF GOD
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“For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present or things to come; neither height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” -Romans 8: 38-39
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THE 1K GENERATIONAL BLESSING
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“Therefore know that the Lord your God, He is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and mercy for a thousand generations with those who LOVE Him and KEEP His commandments.” -Deuteronomy 7:9
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GOD WILL MEET THE NEED
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The Lord will faithfully supply everything you need if you will put Him first. “Now if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is, and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will He not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat? […]
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DIVINE EXECUTION
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God is able to infinitely surpass your greatest prayers, hopes, and dreams if you will only trust Him. Surrender to the authority of God’s Word and allow His power to operate in your heart and life. The end result will be perfect because it will happen by divine execution. Copyright 2021 – Serenity Brooke “Now […]
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SEEK THE LORD WITH ALL OF YOUR HEART
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“‘For I know the thoughts that I think toward you,’ says the Lord, ‘thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon Me and go and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. And you will seek Me and find Me, when […]
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DO NOT BE DECEIVED
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The Word of God is the standard of truth by which deception is made apparent; it exposes error and reveals any attempts of the enemy to mislead. In everything, consult the Word of God. Do not ever make the mistake of thinking that you are immune to deception. Be vigilant! Do not underestimate the enemy’s […]
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THE SHELTER FROM THE STORM
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When the way seems unclear and everything appears to be unraveling all around you, trust the One who has all things in His capable hands. God is still in control! National events have not caught Him by surprise. Though your world may be in a wicked storm, know that there is a place of refuge […]
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THERE IS HOPE FOR YOUR FUTURE
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Do not fear what lies ahead and do not be disheartened by recent events. The plan of God will not be stopped by the darkness of this hour. Get your eyes off of man and look to God. A man is not the answer, Jesus is! God’s plan has not been stifled by any natural […]
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BE STILL AND KNOW
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When your strength is exhausted and hope seems out of sight, know that everything is going to be alright. God has not changed. His word remains the same. There is power when you invoke His name. Be still and listen for He is with you now. He has not abandoned you to the darkness of […]
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WAIT ON THE LORD
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Do not cause unnecessary hardship by taking matters into your own hands. Before making an important decision, seek God first; then wait for the Lord to give you direction. The consequences of your decisions are potentially far-reaching and have the capacity to influence many people. The impact of your choices will always be greater than […]
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THE LIGHT OF TRUTH
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The Word of the Lord says that you can be healed, filled, free, and live abundantly! Do not believe the lies of the enemy. Do not surrender to the oppressive forces of darkness that are attempting to destroy you. There is hope! That hope is found in Jesus. Copyright 2020 – Serenity Brooke “And you […]
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SOAR LIKE THE EAGLE
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Do not allow the opinions of people to determine your altitude in life. Rather, allow the Word of God to establish the boundaries of His blessings and the great things He has purposed for you. God’s plan for your life will always exceed man’s thoughts, ideas, and opinions. Do not worry about what people think! […]
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DESTINY AWAITS
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The Lord desires to do something new in your life, in an even greater measure than you have experienced previously. Let go of your history (yesterday) that you might embrace your destiny. As long as you are holding on to what is behind you, you will be bound to it. You will become a prisoner […]
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YOUR SETBACK IS A SETUP
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Hebrews 10:23 – “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful.” Deuteronomy 7:9 – “Therefore know that the Lord your God, He is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and mercy for a thousand generations with those who love Him and keep His commandments.”
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DIVINE OPPORTUNITY
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The greater the struggle, the greater the opportunity for God to show Himself strong on your behalf. Commit that difficult situation into God’s capable hands, and watch Him do what you cannot. Your weakness is God’s opportunity! All you have to do is give the situation to Him, step back in faith and allow Him […]
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GOD IS PREPARING YOU
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Exodus 23:20 – “Behold, I am going to send an angel before you to guard you along the way and to bring you into the place which I have prepared.” 1 Corinthians 2:9 – “…Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared […]
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GOD IS A REFUGE
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God is an ever-present help and strength in times of adversity and hardship. He is a place of refuge (a safe place) that you can turn to in times of distress. Do not worry or stress out over things. Rather, give it to God in prayer and leave it there. True peace is found only […]
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A COVENANT GOD
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If God said it, He will do it! God will bring the promise to pass in His time. Be patient. Wait for it. Look for it. Expect it. Don’t give up on the promises of God! Keep believing. ”My covenant I will not break, nor alter the word that has gone out of My lips.” […]
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PEACE IN TIMES OF TURMOIL
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No matter what is going on in the world, know that God will be with His people. The Lord desires for His children to live free from the bondages of fear, anxiety, and worry. Peace is obtainable and it is found in God’s presence. It is available to you because of His grace and love. […]
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GOD HAS “GOOD THINGS” PLANNED FOR YOU
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Commit every area of your life to God and serve Him joyfully and faithfully. When you live your life in complete obedience to God’s word, there is no good thing that He will withhold from you. The Lord will grant the desires of your heart in His timing when your ways please Him. “For a […]
