Gems of Knowledge
Fresh word, firm Scripture—one gem at a time.
Tag: ChristianLifestyle
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One thing I’ve learned over the years is that when the Lord continues repeating the same message, I need to stop and pay close attention. For the past seven devotionals, every Gem He has given me has pointed back to the same theme: caring for those who are hurting. Seven days. One message. I don’t…
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It can be discouraging to love people who seem determined to reject God. But today’s Gem of Knowledge reminds us that heaven sees what we cannot. “You may not fully realize the difference your love can make while in this world, but someday you will. Don’t give up on people. Just keep loving, even when…
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It’s easy to think we need to do something extraordinary to make a difference. But God often uses the smallest acts of kindness to create life-changing and eternal impact. In today’s Gem of Knowledge, the Lord reminds us, “Giant impacts can come from small things. Think of a meteor. They are fairly small compared to…
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It’s easy to make assumptions about people. But what if we’re only seeing the surface? In today’s Gem of Knowledge, the Lord gently reminds us, “Be compassionate and loving to everyone. You don’t know all they battle, the enemy that torments them, and the pain they carry. Always show loving kindness, mercy, and grace. Like…
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There are people all around us who are quietly hurting. The greatest gift we can offer them is simply pointing them to Jesus. What a beautiful calling. Our world doesn’t need more people pointing out how dark things are. It needs believers who gently point hurting hearts toward the Light. Reach out. Love them. Bring…
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What if honor isn’t something you earn… but someone you become? The world teaches us to chase recognition, success, and respect. But God teaches us to pursue His character instead. True honor isn’t found in status or accomplishments. It is found in Christ. The more we seek Him, the more His character becomes our own.…
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We all make time for what matters most. When something is truly important to us, we usually find a way to make time for it. Yet somehow, spending time with God is often the first thing to disappear when life gets busy. That’s the danger of busyness. Rarely does it pull us away from God…
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There is a tremendous peace that comes from knowing where God is leading you. Sometimes the path God chooses for us is hard, but we can find peace in knowing He will show us the way and give us confidence and reassurance with every step. He delights in showing His children the way. When you’re…
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What if the greatest testimony to God’s goodness isn’t a miracle? What if it’s the fact that the sun came up again this morning? The birds still sing. The flowers still bloom. The stars still shine. And the God who created them is still on His throne…and we should give thanks! Let us not become…
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