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The Prayer Habits of Great Men and Women of the Bible

When Daniel heard that praying to anyone but the king was now punishable by death, he didn’t panic or plot an escape. Instead, “he went home and knelt down as usual in his upstairs room, with its windows open toward … Continue reading

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Finding God in Dry Seasons

Reflections on Psalm 42 “As the deer longs for streams of water, so I long for You, O God. I thirst for God, the living God. When can I go and stand before Him?” — Psalm 42:1–2 Every believer walks … Continue reading

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When God Turns Back the Shadow

There’s a striking passage in Isaiah 38:5–8 where God speaks to King Hezekiah through the prophet Isaiah: “I have heard your prayer and seen your tears. I will add fifteen years to your life, and I will rescue you and … Continue reading

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I Have Heard Your Prayer and Seen Your Tears

One of the most tender and hope-filled moments in the Old Testament comes from the life of King Hezekiah. He had just received devastating news from the prophet Isaiah—his illness would soon take his life. In response, Hezekiah turned his … Continue reading

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