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Yet I Want Your Will To Be Done, Not Mine

In the shadow of the cross, in the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus prayed some of the most honest words ever spoken: “Yet I want Your will to be done, not Mine.” This is not a calm theological statement. It is … Continue reading

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Ezra: A Quiet Reformer Who Changed a Nation

Some of the most influential leaders in Scripture are not kings, prophets of fire, or miracle workers. They are faithful teachers who quietly reshape hearts through obedience to God’s Word. Ezra is one of those leaders. Living in the aftermath … Continue reading

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Know God, Be Strong, Do Great Exploits

Every generation faces times of spiritual shaking—moments when the world seems unstable, morality is confused, and faith is tested. Daniel lived in one of those seasons. Empires rose and fell. Kings raged. God’s people were pressured, threatened, and pushed to … Continue reading

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When God Gives a Vision: Lessons from Daniel’s Revelation

“That night the secret was revealed to Daniel in a vision. Then Daniel praised the God of heaven.”— Daniel 2:19 (NLT) There are moments in Scripture when heaven touches earth—when God chooses to reveal His plans, His truth, or His … Continue reading

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Do It Again, Lord

“I have heard all about You, Lord.I am filled with awe by Your amazing works.In this time of our deep need,help us again as You did in years gone by.And in Your anger, remember Your mercy.”—Habakkuk 3:2 (NLT) There are … Continue reading

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What We Learn from the Devotional Life of Jesus and Paul

One of the best ways to grow in our walk with God is to study how Jesus Himself prayed and engaged with Scripture—and how His follower, Paul, continued in that same rhythm. While the Bible doesn’t lay out a complete … Continue reading

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What to Do With Bad News

“After Hezekiah received the letter from the messengers and read it, he went up to the Lord’s Temple and spread it out before the Lord. And Hezekiah prayed this prayer before the Lord…” — 2 Kings 19:14-15 What do you … Continue reading

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Chains Fell, Doors Opened, and We Still Didn’t Believe

“You’re out of your mind!” they said.—Acts 12:15 There’s a wonderfully humorous and deeply encouraging story tucked into Acts 12. Peter, one of the key leaders of the early church, is thrown into prison by Herod, who had just executed … Continue reading

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More Than Pentecost: When Believers Spoke in Other Languages

One of the most amazing moments in Scripture is found in Acts 2. The Holy Spirit is poured out, and suddenly: “Everyone present was filled with the Holy Spirit and began speaking in other languages, as the Holy Spirit gave … Continue reading

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Seeing What Jesus Sees

Recently, I was reading John 4 and was struck again by something Jesus said to His disciples: “Wake up and look around. The fields are already ripe for harvest.” (John 4:35, NLT) It’s a short statement, but it’s packed with … Continue reading

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