Devotional Blog
Embrace Truth
A weekly devotional written to be read slowly, closing with a Head to Heart section that invites you to apply what you’ve read, moving it from your mind to your heart and into your life.
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Nehemiah 1
The King’s Cupbearer
Have you ever had sleepless nights or suddenly awakened and fallen to your knees in prayer before the Lord? Perhaps the situation was so overwhelming that you felt compelled to turn straight to God…
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Psalm 27:18
Three Words
This quote from author Timothy Keller is intriguing. “To be loved but not known is comforting but superficial. To be known and not loved is our greatest fear. But to be fully known and…
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Ephesians 3:14-19
A Prayer for You
My boss, Jerry, and his wife, Sandra, were dedicated students of God’s Word. I still remember his heartfelt words about the apostle Paul’s prayers for the believers at Ephesus. Paul has two prayers in…
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Mark 1:16-20
Follow Me
As children, we played a fun game called “Follow the Leader.” One child was chosen as the “Leader,” and the rest of the group would follow the leader’s commands. Examples included “Touch your toes,”…
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Psalm 90
Number Our Days
My father was called home to his eternal home in heaven just 21 days before his 89th birthday. Sometimes I wonder how many years I will live on this earth before passing into eternity…
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Micah 4:5
Walk with Him
Morning walks are a regular part of my daily routine. The past few weeks have been so cold that I haven’t gone outside during those early morning hours. I have missed this time when…
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Psalm 51:6
Sit Still
Have you ever attended a concert, lecture, or sporting event? Maybe you couldn’t get a clear view of the stage, found the speaker a bit boring, or the game went into extra innings. Sometimes,…
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Exodus 13:17-18
The Desert Road
One morning, while visiting friends in Palm Springs, California, we went on a hike. The first part of the trail was a steep incline, but we easily navigated the switchbacks. The view of the…
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Hebrews 4:12
The Word of God
When I was a young girl, I spent several weeks every summer with my grandparents. They dedicated time each day to reading God’s Word and praying. It’s a memory that is deeply etched in…
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Romans 11:33
God’s Deep Riches
For three summers, I worked as a swimming instructor and lifeguard at our community pool. One section of the pool was roped off, with a depth of 12 feet. The advanced swimming classes practiced…
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