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Reflect The story of the birth of Abraham and Sarah’s son, Isaac, should give us encouragement when we feel that our petitions to God are falling on deaf ears. Granted, people lived much longer lives in biblical times than we do now, but Abraham and Sarah still were too old by any stretch of the […]

Focus Prepare yourself to discern what is and what is not of God today. Still yourself so you can hear how God is calling you. Read Colossians 3:12-17 (NRSV) As God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. Bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint […]

Focus Stop and thank God for being present with you today. Ask for God’s guidance as you hear God’s voice through scripture and the writer. Read 1 Corinthians 10:23–11:1 (NRSV) “All things are lawful,” but not all things are beneficial. “All things are lawful,” but not all things build up. Do not seek your own […]