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Retreat this Fall!

King David was a man of retreat! Psalm 142 was a prayer written by David while retreating in a cave. When was the last time you went on a retreat? Retreats are good for the soul. Timothy …

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When Quiet Beckons

Allow the invitation below to shape the pace and direction of what lies before you today. The following excerpt is taken from Jesus Calling, by Sarah Young. Emphasis is mine. From July 17, Sarah writes, Come away …

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Free Giveaways from Sheila Walsh

The featured image is used with permission from Harper Collins Publishers. The original image can be found here.   I have never met Sheila Walsh, but I would enjoy some time in her company. She loves Jesus. …

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Predictable Prayer

Do you love a little person – or a bunch of little people between the ages of 1 and 18? (They don’t even have to live under your roof.) This post is for you. Think Because that’s …

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P.R.A.Y.

Find rest, O my soul, in God alone. Psalm 62:5a This promise speaks to me of prayer. The acronym P.R.A.Y. is a helpful tool for me as I explore ways to find rest for my soul. P.  Pause …

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Meeting with God

Two scriptural accounts have formed my “knowing” God. Be still and know that I am God… Psalm 46:10a Satisfied While growing up, a picture of God’s loving care, which captured my heart was a nursing mother with …

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God Speaks

God speaks to us through creation. He speaks to us through his Word. God speaks to us through quiet hearts. When I was little, I was baffled—BAFFLED—by Jesus’ desire to pray. “Why would Jesus want to pray? Prayer …

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An Introduction to Prayer: Part 1

Prayer. If I’m really honest, I have to admit I find it easier to spend ten minutes talking about God than ten minutes talking to God. My life bears evidence of this reality too often. My growth can be meager. My fruit …

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On Sabbath in the 21st Century

Sabbath rest in the 21st century begins with honoring the commandment and its Creator. We looked at this in a previous post, but there are two additional areas to explore. #3 Honor Yourself Are you familiar with …

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