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It doesn’t matter what you’ve done, what you’ve said, where you’ve been or who you’ve been, God forgives.

Love is a father who takes care of his family lovingly, physically, mentally, spiritually, biblically, and sacrificially.

So here we are, in the midst of one of the craziest, most chaotic scenes we’ve ever experienced. And where is the Christian? We should be found in the most unlikely of places, just like Moses – on our knees, praying.

Small groups are part of discipleship and valuable to churches, so consider the following if you’re part of one.

Return to the Lord. Forget the things of this world that tempt you and lure you from Him. We are the bride of Christ and should live holy lives, devoted to Him, and Him alone. God is faithful to forgive. Return to Him.

It will change your life and the lives of others if you’ll just obey the Great Commission: intentional discipleship.

Aren’t you hungry? Don’t you long for something to fill you? Why do we automatically turn to this world for fulfillment when our soul longs for the sweetness of God’s word? His truth brings peace and satisfies our deepest thirsts and hunger.

Our words and our actions reflect our hearts. If we profess to be believers, our words and actions will show it.

God created you, he knows you, and he hasn’t forgotten that you are his child.

Trust in His plan today. If He said no once, there’s a reason. Trust Him.

We think we need proof to believe, but God says He’ll prove our belief.

When you devote yourself to extended and focused time with God, you will see identifiable results.

Tired of trying to control everything, find your own answers, make your own way? How about just getting out of God’s way?

Although memories can be hard to face, God can use them to give us a better future. One that glorifies Him and not sin.

If not us, then who will be Jesus to “the least of these?”

Our story isn’t over. God continues to work and prepares us for a new day.

There are all kinds of scams out there, but one of the biggest lies is that humans know more than God.

Today, maybe you are running from something. You need refuge. God promises to be our refuge, our help in times of trouble, if we just trust in Him.

Contrary to popular belief, the sin nature begins at birth, but we can be to be equipped to to beat it with with God’s armor.

What have you allowed to stay in your life that keeps luring you away from God? Now is the time to remove it, completely. Not for a time, but permanently. If it continues to cause you to sin it has to go.

You see, when we love Jesus with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, we will want to follow His rules. Of course, we will mess up many times, but there will be a want to stay within the boundaries He gives us. Our love will be shown in how well we stay within His boundaries.

Do not fear my friends. The unknown ahead can seem scary and insurmountable at times, but look at the journey you’ve already been on. Let that be a reminder of who is walking right beside you on this path, a path to victory!

Proverbs warns us about those who tear down others, so be wise, avoid a bad outcome, and stay away from therm.

Intentionally avoid the darkness that causes pain and agony by turning on the Light that never dims.

Once you have met the Savior of the world, and surrendered your life to Him, you’ll want everyone to know . . . so don’t keep it in!

What about you? Are you taking the easy way out? Or are you working together with the body to accomplish the task set before you?

If you’re feeling out of fellowship with God, you’re the one who created the distance, not Him.

Every day, we are faced with tempting situations and moments that threaten to lure us away from God and to sin. We could stop listening to the Holy Spirit, just ignore Him leading us in the other direction. We could easily get distracted by the lust of the eyes and what is being offered or laid out before us. And we could do what we wanted to do… but will it glorify our Lord?

God reaches out in love to you and wants you to be His child, so listen to that still small voice guiding you to him.

Are you willing to obey God no matter the cost? What is the cost if you don’t do what He has commanded?

Because the Bible is living, breathing, and active, reading it should be exciting, emotional, and life-changing.

Instead of adding more things to your plate, consider what you’ve already said yes to. Are you fulfilling your commitment?

Every man called by God didn’t feel like a “somebody”—a mighty warrior, the father of many nations, or even a king. But God defined His creation and chiseled their character to become what He had seen in them all along…and He does the same thing for us today.

Each day, as the people would ready their sacrifices, they spent time preparing them just right. As they prepared their gifts, they were also getting their hearts ready to worship the Lord.

Knowing what is right and wise is all about the choices we make and the people we consider to be our friends.

The Christian worldview has been completely rejected by many people, but God is still on his throne and we still have a command to share Truth.

When worst fears become reality, the Bible is your weapon against spiraling down to the darkest of places.

How about you? Who is leading your decisions? Where do you turn when you are in need of advice and help? Who is your mentor?

Everybody says it’s not healthy to live in the past, but what does that really mean, especially when you’re haunted by it.

But here on this earth, there is a battle raging. A war for the souls of our friends, children and loved ones. A battle with sin. Why are we still here? Because we have a job to do. God chooses to use us to share the gospel with the nations. We are to tell the story of Jesus!

Our sin has earned us death. BUT – We can have victory over sin by accepting the gift of salvation that Jesus Christ offers us!

It’s easy to mask feelings of loneliness when you have a smile on your face, but it can be a precious time of listening to the Father.

We should be the example for others! We should lead them to the Lord, not away. It should be God’s words on our lips.

So, anytime you are faced with a giant of a problem or any emotion that comes your way, step up to the fight. You never know what God can do in, around, or through you when you are willing to trust Him.

If you’ve asked for a hedge of protection, stop pulling out the tree trimmers, lawn mower and hedger to cut it down. God’s timing and purpose for you is perfect. Don’t try to push things just because you want them right now.

If it feels like your very existence is meaningless, turn away from those desperate thoughts and choose life, joy, and peace from the only one who can give it: Jesus.

A small move in his direction could mean a big change in the trajectory of your life.

If it were about works, I could boast, I could brag that I had something to do with my salvation. But it’s not. It’s only the work of Jesus Christ.

Many Bible heroes did not understand at first that their own personal comfort meant disobedience to God.

Lord, wash me. I am unclean. I am unworthy. Only you can wash away the sins of my heart. Only you can take what is defiled and make it pure.