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Painful Providence - A Nighttime Prayer

But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, to bring it about as it is this day, to save many people alive.” – Genesis 50:20Please Pray: Oh, Sovereign Ruler of the Universe, Lord of the past, present, and future, we struggle with limited...

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My Own Account

Word Unpacked: Devotionals in Romans▶ Watch the full devotional:Romans 14:12 (NIV)So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.If we stood in a courtroom today, what would we be asked to say?We'd probably come prepared. Some of them had grown up keeping food rules and holy...

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  • author avatarJay Garden
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    Schubert’s Trout Quintet: When Instruments Share a Melody

    Sometimes an idea becomes more interesting when someone else picks it up and takes it in a new direction. What begins with one person can grow into something neither could have created alone.Franz Schubert (1797–1828) composed his Piano Quintet in A Major, D. 667 in 1819. Known as the “Trout”...

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  • author avatarLisa E. Betz

    Be Better At Influencing Others for Good - Lisa E Betz

    Do you want to influence your world for good but sometimes you feel like the problems are too huge and nothing you do will make any difference? Please don’t give up. You and I can influence others for good. One person at a time. One situation at a time. And those small moments add up

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    OK, you had me at kit!

    By Elizabeth Prata I was reading Ezekiel 9:2 and I came across this verse: And behold, six men came from the direction of the upper gate which faces north, each with his smashing weapon in his hand…

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  • author avatarSesan Oguntade

    Why must I praise God? - Christian Personal Development

    Why must I praise God? It is likely you have asked that question in the past or you are still asking the same question. This short video from the Power Outreaches broadcast will show you the scriptural answer or revelations that will answer the burning question in your heart. What is the act of […]

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  • author avatarTeri Gasser
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    Painful Providence - A Nighttime Prayer

    But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, to bring it about as it is this day, to save many people alive.” – Genesis 50:20Please Pray: Oh, Sovereign Ruler of the Universe, Lord of the past, present, and future, we struggle with limited...

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  • author avatarTeri Gasser
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    Painful Providence

    Photo image courtesy Getty Images for Unsplash“But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, to bring it about as it is this day, to save many people alive.” – Genesis 50:20 God’s providence made my blood boil as I screamed at Him, “I...

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  • author avatarMark Brady
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    The Overconfident Sandwich Smith

    Image generated via AI. Gus “The Flavor Wizard” Finnigan considered himself a chef, though the only formal training he had was watching cooking videos at 1.5x speed and shouting “YES, CHEF!” at his microwave. Still, today was the day he would create the ultimate sandwich, a monument to culinary greatness, a tower of taste, a

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  • author avatarDavid Derksen
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    Aghast at own behavior!

    For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me. -Psalm 51:3, NIV Aghast at own behavior! A cheater without this response to their own behavior is a cheater who is not really sorry or repentant. They ought to be horrified at what they did to their spouse. Sadly, most are not. In … Continue reading "Aghast at own behavior!"

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  • author avatarRay Oster
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    Ethical AI and Transparency in Christian Music

    Theological Integrity, Legal Responsibility, and Human-Centered Growth in the Generative EraA Three-Part Industry White Paper Authority PublicationPrepared by the Devine Jamz Gospel Network Research Team | November 2026Publication Note and Research MethodThis series develops the themes and working analysis contained in the supplied extended white paper and video-integration notes. The...

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  • author avatarDamon J. Gray
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    Representing the King or Representing the Facade - Damon J. Gray

    I received an email this week that was so bad, I literally laughed out loud after reading it. Hi contact,AM I CURRENTLY SPEAKING TO THE AUTHOR OF THIS EMAIL?IF SO THERE IS AN IMPORTANT MATTER THAT REQUIRES YOUR ATTENTION. THANK YOU. Do you find that convincing? Are you persuaded? Or, did you laugh as well?…

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  • author avatarDon Martin
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    New Jerusalem in the Mystery of God (3)

    Revelation 10:7 tells us the end of the age of mystery: “in the days of the voice of the seventh angel when he is about to trumpet, then the mystery of God is finished.” Hence in New J…

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  • author avatarRobin McKinley
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    Tests and Temptations: Understanding the Difference

    This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin. James tells us; Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. Live A Unique Life Of Obedience To The Lord Love And Obedience, The Basic Requirements Of God Obedience To God Is Important Click on the picture to order your book To receive each new devotional post delivered to your inbox, subscribe below by giving us your first name and email address.

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  • author avatarSheila Fitzgerald
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    My One-Legged Feathered Friend - A Nighttime Prayer 

    “Look at the birds of the air, for they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?” – Matthew 6:26 Please Pray:Heavenly Father, Thank You for Your creation, and for teaching us that You value us...

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  • author avatarSheila Fitzgerald
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    My One-Legged Feathered Friend

    Photo by Tomislav Galić on Unsplash“Look at the birds of the air, for they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?” – Matthew 6:26 It was the first Spring after the amputation of my left...

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  • author avatarLisa Price
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    The Apostle Peter’s Naughty List-

    Take pains with these things; be absorbed in them, so that your progress will be evident to all. Pay close attention to yourself and to the teaching; persevere in these things, for as you do this you will save both yourself and those who hear you-1st Timothy 4:15-16 ESV Out of all the apostles, the

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  • author avatarDavid Derksen
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    Colluding in your harm!

    I will search for the lost and bring back the strays. I will bind up the injured and strengthen the weak, but the sleek and the strong I will destroy. I will shepherd the flock with justice. -Ezekiel 34:16, NIV Were you the last one to find out? They told their close “friends.” When they … Continue reading "Colluding in your harm!"

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  • author avatarHolly Eastburg

    Gifts From the Holy Land: The Gifts of the Wise Men Box - Holy Branches

    There's something special about receiving a little piece of the Holy Land in the mail! Artza makes that possible through its unique subscription boxes, each one thoughtfully assembled around a Biblical theme and filled with products from Israeli artisans, farmers, and small businesses. With the holidays approaching, these boxes also make a wonderful gift for

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  • author avatarTyler McLaughlin

    Supplication in 1 Clement 7: How Prayer Brought Salvation

    Quick FactsText: 1 Clement 7, a letter from the church at Rome to the church at Corinth, usually dated to around 95–96 A.D.Key Greek phrase: ἐξιλάσαντο τὸν Θεὸν ἱκετεύσαντες (7.7), “they obtained God’s mercy by supplicating him”.Greek background: In classical Greek, ἱκετεύω (“supplicate”) and ἱκέτης (“suppliant”) name a formal act...

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  • author avatarLilka Finley Raphael
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    Enjoy the Journey - A Nighttime Prayer

    Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. -- Proverbs 3: 5-6 (NKJV)Please Pray: Heavenly Father, teach us how to enjoy the good things You have planned for our lives. May...

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  • author avatarLilka Finley Raphael
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    Enjoy the Journey

    Photo image courtesy of Getty Images for UnsplashTrust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. -- Proverbs 3: 5-6 (NKJV)I suspect that most of the anxiety we experience stems from things...

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  • author avatarEliezer Gonzalez
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    Out Of The Dust: Hiding From God — Genesis 3:1-13 | Sunday Sermon With Zach Conway | Good News Unlimited

    This sermon explores the tragic entry of sin into the world through the fall of Adam and Eve—and how that moment continues to shape our lives today. But even in the midst of rebellion, we glimpse God’s grace. Far from being just a story of shame and hiding, this chapter reveals a God who seeks sinners and offers refuge in Christ. Watch Out of the Dust: A series on Genesis 1-12.

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  • author avatarJay Garden
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    Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2: A Dedication to Dr. Nikolai Dahl

    In 1897, Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873–1943) suffered a major setback. The premiere of his Symphony No. 1 in St. Petersburg was poorly received, and the critics were harsh. One even compared the work to a depiction of the “Seven Plagues of Egypt.”The experience shook Rachmaninoff’s confidence. He struggled to compose, and...

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  • author avatarLynda Schultz
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    Why Eve?

    Part TwoI was away at a church conference this past week. Because we are in the midst of refining what our churches are to believe about women and their role in the life of the church, a lot of the discussion revolved around that subject.In one conversation I had, a female friend (holding a fairly influential position) stated that women with a "call" to pastoral ministry were in fact patterning themselves after Eve as we find her in Genesis 3. She characterized Eve as having the sinful ambition

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  • author avatarConnie Harper
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    A Piece of Peace - A Nighttime Prayer

    “Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Don’t let your heart be troubled or fearful.” – John 14:27 (CSB) Please Pray:Father God, thank You for all the unexpected peaceful moments. Some are long, some are brief,...

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  • author avatarConnie Harper
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    A Piece of Peace

    Photo by Daniel Krueger on Unsplash“Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Don’t let your heart be troubled or fearful.” – John 14:27 (CSB) Peace. Even the word sounds like something we need, something we want....

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  • author avatarPeggi Tustan
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    In God's Hands, Small Things Have Huge Potential!

    (Zechariah 4) Faith the size of a tiny mustard seed can move mountains!“If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.” —African ProverbEach one of us begins small. From the President to the billionaire to Olympian, we all enter this world as a...

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  • author avatarJay Garden
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    Claude Debussy and Children’s Corner: A Father’s Musical Gift

    Some musical dedications sound formal. Debussy’s sounds like a father smiling at his daughter.At the top of the score for Children’s Corner, he wrote, “To my dear little Chouchou, with tender apologies from her father for what follows.”The message was for his daughter, Claude-Emma, affectionately known as Chouchou. The six...

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  • author avatarDon Martin
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    New Jerusalem in the Mystery of God (2)

    Multiple New Testament verses presents aspects of the divine mystery. Many have a clear relationship with New Jerusalem. Paul concludes Romans speaking of “the proclamation of Jesus Christ, a…

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  • author avatarElizabeth Prata
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    When satan spoke in the Bible…

    By Elizabeth Prata Do you know how many times the Bible records when satan actually spoke to someone, and his words were recorded? Three times. He is a dominating figure and an overarching theme in…

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  • author avatarKeri Willis
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    Held in the Storm - A Nighttime Prayer

    This is what the Sovereign Lord, the Holy One of Israel, says: “Only in returning to me and resting in me will you be saved. In quietness and confidence is your strength. But you would have none of it. – Isaiah 30:15 (NLT)Please Pray: Heavenly Father, Help me run to...

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  • author avatarKeri Willis
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    Held in the Storm

    Photo by JOHN TOWNER on UnsplashJesus settled down for a nap. But soon a fierce storm came down on the lake. The boat was filling with water, and they were in real danger. The disciples went and woke him up, shouting, “Master, Master, we’re going to drown!” When Jesus woke...

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  • author avatarMark Brady
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    The Nursery Patrol

    In the dense woods where sunlight fractured into thin golden shards, a strange rustling echoed between the trees. Out stepped five figures, each wearing an enormous papier-mâché baby head, their eyes wide and unblinking, their mouths frozen in perpetual surprise. They were clad only in diapers, their bare limbs streaked with dirt and determination. Each

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  • author avatarTricia Thornton
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    The Invitation I Almost Missed

    Photo image courtesy A.C. for UnsplashIt was my junior year in high school. I had recently been diagnosed with what was then called ADD. I finally understood that my brain was not less than; it was running all the time, like a motor in a car. My faith was deepening...

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  • author avatarJay Garden
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    Brahms and Clara Schumann: Variations on a Theme by Robert Schumann, Op. 9

    One composer supplied the theme. Another transformed it. A third received the dedication.Johannes Brahms (1833–1897) was a young composer when he met Robert Schumann (1810–1856) and his wife, Clara Schumann (1819–1896), in 1853. Robert and Clara’s music and encouragement became important parts of Brahms’s life. A year later, Brahms wrote...

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  • author avatarRonda Wells MD
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    How Do We Find Genuine Peace? - A Nighttime Prayer

    Then, because you belong to Christ Jesus, God will bless you with peace that no one can completely understand. And this peace will control the way you think and feel. -- Philippians 4:7 (CSB)Please Pray: Dear Lord, Thank you for willingly dying on the Cross for our sin, and giving...

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  • author avatarRonda Wells MD
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    How Do We Find Genuine Peace?

    Photo image courtesy of Getty Images for UnsplashThen, because you belong to Christ Jesus, God will bless you with peace that no one can completely understand. And this peace will control the way you think and feel. -- Philippians 4:7 (CSB)Most of us want what is called peace. We avoid...

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  • author avatarTyler McLaughlin

    Would 1 Clement Agree with Robert Breaker on Salvation?

    Quick FactsQuestion: Would 1 Clement (c. 95–96 A.D.) agree with Robert Breaker on how a person is saved?Short answer: No, and not merely because 1 Clement mentions works. Breaker’s distinctive teaching is that the blood of Jesus Christ is the specific object of saving faith and that asking God to...

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  • author avatarVickie Munton
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    When Darkness Falls

    The day fell into darkness as the storm clouds moved in and covered the last traces of sunlight. The storm hit and along with it, flashes of lightning that lit up the whole sky. In a brilliant display of power, electrical forces cracked through the pouring rain, disabling power lines—spreading the darkness even further. Fumbling

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  • author avatarJay Garden
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    Schumann’s Dedication to Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 1 in A Minor

    A musical dedication can say something words alone cannot. It can express gratitude, show respect, or recognize the influence of another musician. Robert Schumann (1810–1856) dedicated his String Quartets, Op. 41, to Felix Mendelssohn (1809–1847), offering an example of how composers can honor one another through music.A Dedication to MendelssohnIn...

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  • author avatarDon Martin
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    New Jerusalem in the Mystery of God

    New Jerusalem and our life there is described in Revelation 21:1 to 22:5. It is also briefly mentioned as “the Jerusalem above” in Galatians 4:26 and as “the city of the living Go…

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  • author avatarSheryl H. Boldt
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    May Your Sacrifices Never, Ever Be Forgotten

    As Veterans Day approaches, I’m reminded that behind every act of service is a personal story. Some are inspiring. Some are heartbreaking. All are important. I would love to hear your story. If you or a member of your family served in the United States military, would you be willing to share a little about that experience?

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  • author avatarGreg Laurie
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    Remember (by Cathe Laurie)

    There’s a difference between knowing God as information and knowing Him intimately. When we remember all He’s done for us, we remind ourselves who He really is.

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  • author avatarLaura Maser
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    How Do I Find Peace in My Chaos?

    Photo image courtesy of Getty Images for Unsplash"Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful, but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His Law, he...

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  • author avatarTyler McLaughlin

    How AI and AGI will impact Christianity

    DISCLAIMER: If you feed this to an LLM to summarize, it will think I am deeply distressed? for whatever reason.I had the time of my life writing this, and I am not deeply distressed at all!"If you don't have a personal agent filtering out the slop, you will drown. If...

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  • author avatarMark Brady
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    God Chooses How He Uses Us

    Image generated via AI. There’s a quiet, freeing truth tucked inside Paul’s words in The Message translation of Colossians 1:25. He says: “God’s way of helping me serve you, laying out the whole truth.” It’s simple. It’s humble. And it’s a reminder many of us need more than we admit. God Chooses How He Uses

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  • author avatarTyler McLaughlin

    How 2 Timothy 4:3 Predicted Artificial Intelligence and AGI

    2 Timothy 4:3-4 “For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears; And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.”While I believe the social media...

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  • author avatarJay Garden
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    Beethoven’s The Farewell: A Musical Tribute to Friendship

    In 1809, as Napoleon’s forces approached Vienna, Beethoven’s close friend Archduke Rudolph had to leave the city. This separation later inspired Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 26, “The Farewell” (Les Adieux), Op. 81a.A Friendship Behind the MusicLudwig van Beethoven (1770–1827) dedicated the sonata to Archduke Rudolph of Austria (1788–1831), who was...

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  • author avatarSharon Jaynes
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    Celebrate the Little Victories! 🎉

    Have you ever celebrated because of something you didn’t do? When you didn’t yell, didn’t make a snarky comment, or didn’t fuss at God for not answering your prayer like you wanted? If you haven’t celebrated, maybe it’s time! Here’s what it might look like… It was a long day with a longer to-do list. Read more...

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  • author avatarCharlaine Martin
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    Finding Peace in the Fray

    Photo image courtesy Getty Images for UnsplashI am leaving you with a gift - peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don't be troubled or afraid. -- John 14:27 (NLT)I complained to my husband the other day about all...

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  • author avatarCharlaine Martin
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    Finding Peace in the Fray - A Nighttime Prayer

    I am leaving you with a gift - peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don't be troubled or afraid. -- John 14:27 (NLT)Please Pray:Lord, the chaos in the world churns within me. Worry grips me. Yet, You tell...

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  • author avatarVictoria Pereira

    My Journey with God: Learning to Find My Way Back

    I have always believed that God existed. I never completely questioned His existence, nor did I ever lose my faith in Him. Yet, for the longest time, I lived as though I barely knew Him.I knew I should pray. I knew I should read His Word. I knew I should...

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  • author avatarTyler McLaughlin

    Does 1 Clement Teach Faith Alone or Faith and Works?

    Quick FactsClaim examined: That 1 Clement holds a “synergistic” or “ancient pastoral” view in which faith and works are bound together, rather than distinguished as in the “faith alone vs. works” framework.Short answer: No. In 32.3–4 Clement draws the same “not … but” line twice, setting works against God’s will...

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  • author avatarSesan Oguntade

    Understanding the mystery of Thanksgiving - Christian Personal Development

    Understanding the mystery of Thanksgiving was the theme of the latest Power Outreaches broadcast. The broadcast shares deep revelations about engaging the mystery of Thanksgiving. Related: Effective Praise and worship What is the mystery of Thanksgiving? The mystery of Thanksgiving is the deep biblical revelations of what thanksgiving unto God is all about and […]

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  • author avatarDamon J. Gray
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    Point of No Return - Damon J. Gray

    I have always enjoyed the music of the band, Kansas, and not just because Alean and I are from Kansas, both born and raised there. No, I genuinely enjoy the the quality of their work, the intricacies of the musical composition, and the provocative nature of many of their lyrics. I got to see Kansas…

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  • author avatarKen Barnes

    Humility – kenbarnes.us

    But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you. James 4: 6, 10 ESV

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  • author avatarRay Oster
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    Benny Ratiu Gives Thanks Through the Power of Faith Music

    Some songs remind us of what matters most, and Benny Ratiu’s new Contemporary Christian single, ‘Give You Thanks,’ does exactly that. Rooted in faith music and a personal testimony of redemption, the song celebrates the freedom Jesus Christ offers to everyone who believes in Him. Through its message of gratitude,...

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  • author avatarMike Genung
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    Equipping You in Spiritual Warfare, Part 3 - Blazing Grace

    The dark days we find ourselves in demands that we equip God’s people for spiritual warfare. In this third of a 3 part series, Mike continues to walk you through key points to understand in the spiritual battles every committed believer will face, beginning with Read More

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  • author avatarYvonne M Morgan
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    A Peaceful Moment with a Lion - A Nighttime Prayer

    “Peace, I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” -- John 14:27 (NIV)Please Pray:Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of Your peace. Thank You for...

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  • author avatarKim Nowlin
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    Rooted in Christ

    Photo image courtesy Getty Images for UnsplashAs you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, as you have been taught, abounding in it with thanksgiving. – Colossians 2:6-7 (NKJV)As I was praying one morning, a...

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  • author avatarMike Genung
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    Reflections on My Time in Europe

    I’m sitting in a house in the countryside of Finland, reflecting on my trip to the UK, Italy, and here in Finland the past 3 weeks. * A topic that came up repeatedly, often from pastors, is that some in their church are causing problems, Read More

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  • author avatarDon Martin
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    Pay the Price for the Wedding Feast (2)

    Matthew 25:1-13 shows that we need to pay a price to enter the wedding feast.The reality of this wedding is the Lamb, Jesus Christ, with His wife, New Jerusalem. One aspect of paying the price is t…

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