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Encouragement; a Free yet Priceless Gift

October 15, 2011, Posted in Devotional | 9 comments

 

For whatever was written in earlier times was written for our instruction, so that through perseverance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. Now may the God who gives perseverance and encouragement grant you to be of the same mind with one another according to Christ Jesus, so that with one accord you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. 

Romans 15:4-6 NASB

 

Over the years of being self employed, a wife, mother, small group leader, aspiring writer and public speaker, I’ve learned something very important about myself. I need and value encouragement! There, I said it; I need encouragement! Whew, I feel so much better now...

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His Request

October 4, 2011, Posted in Devotional | 10 comments

You will seek Me and find Me
when you search for Me with all your heart.

Jeremiah 29:13 NASB

 

Each Wednesday morning prior to leaving for my small group Bible study, I ask the Lord for words of wisdom and encouragement for the ladies who place their trust in me as their leader. I am so very blessed with a group of godly women who want to grow deeper in faith, learn more about connecting to our Lord through prayer, and who also desire to pour out love and understanding on one another.

The big secret here however, is that I may be called the “leader” but I learn just as much from them as they learn from me, if not more. Thank you Jesus!

This morning was one of those “God” moments when you know what you have just spoken had absolutely nothing to do with you...

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