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Why Our Words Matter So Much

Jesus said something both simple and searching: “For whatever is in your heart determines what you say. A good person produces good things from the treasury of a good heart, and an evil person produces evil things from the treasury … Continue reading

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20 Things I Am Thankful for in 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, my heart is full. Gratitude has a way of slowing us down and helping us see the goodness of God that might otherwise blur into the busyness of life. Scripture tells us to “give … Continue reading

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The Power of Gratitude and Being Thankful

Gratitude is one of the most life-giving habits that any of us can cultivate. It’s more than good manners or a positive personality trait—it’s a spiritual posture that opens our heart to God, strengthens our relationships, improves our mental and … Continue reading

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The Life-Changing Habit of Thankful Prayer

Most of us know the power of prayer, but many overlook one key ingredient that transforms ordinary prayer into something deeply life-giving: gratitude. When we pray with thankful hearts, something shifts — not just in heaven, but within us. Gratitude … Continue reading

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How to Become a Cheerful and Encouraging Person

“A cheerful look brings joy to the heart; good news makes for good health.” — Proverbs 15:30 (NLT) There’s something beautiful about being around a genuinely cheerful person. Their presence seems to lift the room. Their words bring light where … Continue reading

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Everything Comes From Him

“For everything comes from Him and exists by His power and is intended for His glory. All glory to Him forever! Amen.” — Romans 11:36 (NLT) This verse captures one of the most important truths of the Christian faith: everything … Continue reading

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The Godly Are Showered with Blessings

“The godly are showered with blessings.” – Proverbs 10:6 There’s a refreshing simplicity to this verse. No complicated theology. No long explanation. Just a promise from God: if you walk in His ways, blessings will pour over your life. The … Continue reading

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Overcoming a Critical Spirit: Learning to Speak Life

“Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.” — Ephesians 4:29 (NLT) My uncle passed away recently at the age of … Continue reading

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How Can I Always Be Joyful, Prayerful, and Thankful?

In 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, Paul sets what seems like an impossible standard: “Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” This isn’t just a warm … Continue reading

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“Everything Is a Gift” – Living with Grateful Eyes

John 17:7 – “Now they know that everything I have is a gift from You.” These words from Jesus, spoken in His prayer to the Father, reveal something profound about how He viewed His life, ministry, and mission: everything He … Continue reading

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