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The LORD knows the thoughts of the wise, that they are vain. 1 Corinthians 3: 20
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Lifted up was he to die, "it is finished" was his cry.
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Lord God Almighty, my best thought is corrupt, and my best effort falls short. Where would I be without you, and what am I without you? Therefore I will not trust in myself, but praise you for your glorious sacrifice. Jesus Christ, heal our aching souls, Amen!
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Wait on the LORD: Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart: wait, I say, on the LORD. Psalm 27:14
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Be still, my soul; your Jesus can repay from His own fullness all He takes away.
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Lord Jesus, as your Spirit lifts us to unimaginable heights, our own steps begin to falter as the difficult journey continues onto unknown paths. Give us trust that you can lead us with with your eye, and carry us ever closer to our home. Grant us the grace to endure, overcome, and then see you face to face. Amen.
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After you were illuminated, you endured a great fight of afflictions. Hebrews 10: 32
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At the river I stand; guide my feet, hold my hand,
Take my hand precious Lord, lead me home!
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Father, send me your light when darkness surrounds me, for your Son's sake, Amen.
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He hath made every thing beautiful in his time: also he hath set the world in their heart, so that no man can find out the work that God maketh from the beginning to the end. Ecclesiastes 3: 11
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The vibrant meadow, aglow in vibrant bloom,
May I reflect them, whose simple theme is You.
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Lord, dear heavenly Father, help me to accept whatever you send, believing that the seed you've planted will be blessed with the rich fruits of eternal joy, in the time and manner only your infinite wisdom knows.
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Be glad in the LORD, and rejoice, you righteous: and shout for joy, all of you that are upright in heart. Psalm 32: 11
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The sands of time are sinking, the dawn of heaven breaks, the summer morn I've sighed for, the fair sweet morn awakes;
Dark, dark hath been the midnight, but dayspring is at hand, and glory, glory dwelleth in Emmanuel's land.
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Father, thin blankets of snow and ice still envelope your creation, but warm sunny breezes beckon us home. Help us to rise from our winter's sleep and spring into the new, eternal life!
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Call on me in the day of trouble: I will deliver you, and you will glorify me. Psalm 50: 15
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When my way grows drear, precious Lord linger near.
When my light is almost gone, hear my cry, hear my call, hold my hand lest I fall.
Take my hand, precious Lord, lead me home.
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Dear God, Jesus, son of David, give me your mercy!
It’s been a quiet, difficult Christmas for many of us. So, I guess we can relate to Mary & Joseph, who after a tiring journey gave birth to a special baby boy in a barn. Hidden in the hay lay the helper of the whole world.
Cares about our life, security, health, and welfare have been heightened. In the chaos, let's remember the birth of Jesus Christ, his agony here on Earth, and the treasure He gave us all. And just as the shepherds who heard and experienced that night’s news could not contain their excitement, so let us also pick up our phones, write letters, send e-mails and text messages, and knock at our friends’ doors.
Set aside your worries and come to Bethlehem. Turn from evil and find victory in this child in the manger. Release your fear of death and grasp hold of eternal life. Your home may be locked down but fling open the doors of your heart for this precious guest.
