Tag: TrustJesus
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Faith is a lot like learning to ride a bike. The Father gives us the gift, teaches us how to use it, holds us steady while we learn, and encourages us when we fall. Little by little, we learn to trust Him—and things that once seemed impossible begin to look possible. Do you want to…
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Sometimes God doesn’t give us all the answers because we don’t need them yet. Job couldn’t see what was happening behind the scenes—and neither can we. We don’t have to understand everything to trust God. Be faithful with what He has already shown you, and trust Him with what you cannot yet see. You may…
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There are times when God warns us without telling us exactly what is coming. We may not know what is coming, and perhaps there is wisdom in that. If we knew, we might prepare according to our own understanding instead of looking to God as our source. Whatever lies ahead, our greatest preparation is to…
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Sometimes trusting God with ourselves is easier than trusting Him with the people we love. We may be able to surrender our own lives but when it comes to our children, spouses, family, or friends—especially when they are struggling—we can find ourselves reaching back for what we already placed in His hands. We worry about…
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Struggles have a way of revealing where our hearts turn. Job grieved, questioned, and hurt deeply—but he kept bringing his pain to God. A righteous heart isn’t one that never struggles. Sometimes it’s simply a heart that, even in the struggle, still chooses God. 💎
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We don’t know the blessings God will unfold before us if we are faithful and intentional. Its not just about the time we set aside for Him. It’s remembering Him throughout our day, seeking His guidance before we act, and caring enough about what He thinks to ask, “Lord, what would You have me do?”…
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God’s refining process isn’t always comfortable, but it has a purpose. Sifting separates. Fire purifies. And sometimes God allows both to expose what doesn’t belong and strengthen what does. Paul said, “I run with purpose in every step. I am not just shadowboxing.” (1 Corinthians 9:26, NLT) He wasn’t faking it or merely going through…
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Some things can wait until tomorrow. Seeking God isn’t one of them. We don’t know how much time we have, and Jesus never told us to fear His return—He told us to be ready. If you’ve drifted, come back. If God has been calling you deeper, answer Him. If you’ve never surrendered your life to…
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Have you ever had an idea that seemed so big you immediately talked yourself out of it? Maybe you thought, “I’m not qualified,” or “Someone else could do it better,” or perhaps, “It’s probably impossible anyway.” How many dreams, ministries, conversations, and acts of obedience have died before they ever had the chance to live simply because we convinced ourselves they…
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Well, I did it again. I got carried away worrying about things I have absolutely no control over! I guess it’s pretty easy to do—especially when something immediately triggers an emotional response, sending us into a tailspin that wasn’t meant for us. But as I write this, I remember that things aren’t always as they…
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