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Godly Instruction Reading

Modern society longs for peace of mind. Here is clear-cut instruction on how to attain this: if we love God and obey his laws, we will have “great peace.” Trust in God, who alone stands above the pressures of daily life and gives us full assurance. ~Psalms 119:165 Those who […]


What Christmas Means to Me Devotion by Mandisa

Candles burning low, Lots of mistletoe, Lots of snow and ice everywhere we go, Choirs singing carols right outside my door– All these things and more, that’s what Christmas mean to me. Christmas traditions vary. Candles, mistletoe, caroling—maybe one or more of these tell you the season is here. For […]


Love God Greatly – You are Loved

Love is patient when the person cuts you off in traffic. Love is kind when someone says a harsh word. Love is not envious when someone else gets something you want. Love does not boast when something good happens to you. Love is not arrogant when you think you’re better […]


When it comes to cultural toxins, a little bit of poison can go a long way. As a result, it’s important that we strive to cleanse those toxins from our system before they do long-lasting damage to our lives.

Name a cultural toxin that started out in your life as something small, but grew into something larger. How has that growing toxin polluted you?

*Bible Verse:1 Corinthians 6:12-14
~“I have the right to do anything,” you say—but not everything is beneficial. “I have the right to do anything”—but I will not be mastered by anything. You say, “Food for the stomach and the stomach for food, and God will destroy them both.” The body, however, is not meant for sexual immorality but for the Lord, and the Lord for the body. By his power God raised the Lord from the dead, and he will raise us also.
*2 Corinthians 6:17-1
~Therefore, “Come out from them and be separate, says the Lord. Touch no unclean thing, and I will receive you.” And, “I will be a Father to you, and you will be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.”

(Soul Detox Devotional Reading YouVersion)


VEILS

To receive wisdom, we must allow God to remove our “veils”. These are the things we hide behind and use to try to give ourselves a sense of security or value apart from God. They include controlling behavior, pride, perfectionism, and a desire to glorify our kids or ourselves. What […]


THOSE JESUS LOVES

John refers to himself as the one whom Jesus loved at least five times in his gospel. While that may seem a little prideful at first, it may just be John’s way of expressing his identity. Notice he does not say he was the “only” disciple Jesus loved. John could […]


How to UNCOVER God’s Word: (Parenting)

ASK – God to connect with you here. In prayer, start by slowing down, inviting God to be present. Begin with focus and openness to see what God has for you. READ – the selected section of Scripture slowly. Take note of the words and phrases that intrigue you, reading […]