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Faith in God will not get for you everything you want, but it will get for you what God wants you to have. The unbeliever does not need what he wants; the Christian should want only what he needs.
From Proverbs 16:9: “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.”
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Hope is a wonderful gift from God, a source of strength and courage in the face of life’s harshest trails.
From Psalm 73:25: “Whom have I in heaven but You? And there is nothing on earth that I desire other than You.”
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Being a Christian with benevolence residing in my heart, I pray daily for America. With a positive outlook, let us never forsake our nation or any nation. Because we can learn and apply many lessons from America’s roots; may we, as a nation and as a global community, reach out with renewed hope.
Some proclaim America is drifting away
But God is great, He will point the way
He totally understands our weaknesses—yes!
From them come God’s strengths—no less!
God sees our miscalculations and missteps
Our Lord observes the discord we’ve met
God hears and sees all, He lets out a sigh
May He fill us with His wisdom from high
The Lord hears harsh words, we regret
They are but, an utterly empty breath
God will not forsake us or any nation
He won’t abandon our grave situation
The righteous experience the arrival of hope
Those upright in hearts, follow God’s scope
When our nation’s footing continues to slip
God’s steadfast love marches, without a skip
Look up, always trust, and continue to believe
Allow Christ’s assurance to shine and please
God reigns faithfully, compassion so awesome
His love prevails with Spirit, always to blossom
We, like Christ’s Disciples, occasionally lack faith
Recall the feeding of five thousand on that date
Jesus brings the Gospel forward, front and center
Soften our harsh rhetoric, allow the Gospel to enter
God’s House shall not be divided, nor torn apart
United, a nation stands resilient, God in its heart
The Lord is our stronghold, gather together
Allow His safe refuge to be our rock forever
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Life is a glorious opportunity.
From Colossians 4:2-5: “Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with thanksgiving. At the same time pray for us as well that God will open to us a door to the word, that we may declare the mystery of Christ, for which I am in prison, so that I may reveal it clearly, as I should. Conduct yourselves wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the time.”
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What makes a Christian a Christian is not perfection but forgiveness.
From Matthew 18:21-22: “Then Peter came and said to Him, ‘Lord, if another member of the church sins against me, how often should I forgive? As many as seven times?’ Jesus said to him, “Not seven times, but I tell you, seventy times seven.'”
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“If the Lord will” is not just a statement on a believer’s lips; it is the constant attitude of his heart.
From Psalm 43-10: “Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Let your good spirit lead me on a level path.”
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From Proverbs 3:26: “For the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught.”
This early morning time
Brings moments of praise
Spirits gather to climb
Warmed by the sun’s rays
God’s Word speaks out
With wisdom and clout
Another day appears ready
Feet will not stumble
God’s Word marches steady
Never afraid to tumble
God’s Word speaks out
With wisdom and clout
For the humble receive
God’s favor and love
Avoid those who deceive
Look to Heaven above
God’s Word speaks out
With wisdom and clout
Arise, prepared for the Lord
He’s endlessly in control
Arming all with His sword
Leading us out on patrol
God’s Word speaks out
With wisdom and clout
This morn sings a song
Filling with God’s praises
One cannot be wrong
With Salvation, He raises
God’s Word speaks out
With wisdom and clout
Nourish us right now
God’s manna is ready
Take a knee and bow
He keeps us steady
God’s Word speaks out
With wisdom and clout
Our day comes alive
From God’s trusting light
Allowing us to thrive
‘Til day becomes night
God’s Word arrives at dawn
Always full, never gone
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The fruit of the Spirit is self-control. Self-control frees us from slavery. Self-control stops bad habits. It checks us. It halts us.
From Galatians 5:25: “If we live by the Spirit, let us also be guided by the Spirit.”
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Great leaders understand that the right attitude will set the right atmosphere, which enables the right response from others.
From Daniel 12:3: Those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the sky, and righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.”
Live in the present
Always look to the future—
God’s amazing Grace
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God’s Grace arrives—yes
Accept His unselfish gift—
Thanks be to our Lord
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Stand strong with the Lord
Take His shield of amazing faith—
Trust Him every day
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