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Tips for New Christians to Start Reading the Bible

Are you a new believer? Don’t know where to start with reading the Bible? I was once a new believer, too, and I’d love to help you on your journey…

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    Father, Help Me to Meet You in Authentic Prayer

    August 5, 2024 /

    Have you ever felt that there were things you couldn’t authentically pray before God? Maybe the things you wanted to say seemed selfish. Maybe it was because you were angry or cranky, and you felt ashamed because you thought those feelings…

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  • Open Bible with coffee by a window, symbolizes daily effective prayer, prayer life, and prayer habits.

    The Power of Daily Effective Prayer (A Bible Study)

    September 17, 2025 /

    Prayer is one of the most meaningful ways we can draw close to our Heavenly Father. By intentionally weaving small daily effective prayer habits into our daily routines, we create space for ongoing conversations with God. Over time, these simple practices…

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  • Cross planted near ocean represents being brought near through the blood of Christ

    Jesus Rescued His People Who’ve Gone Astray: An Ephesians 2 Devotional

    January 29, 2025 /

    There are few things more heartwarming than seeing a stray kitten find a home. Often times, a stray kitten is underfed, dirty, and abandoned. It’s squeaky mewling taking on a desperate tone as it wanders the street. Until it is found.…

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  • Palm leaves and cross represents Israelites shouting Hosanna in Matthew 21:9–a verse mentioned in this devotional

    Shout Hosanna! Jesus Addresses Our Need for a Savior: A Matthew 21 Devotional

    February 18, 2025 /

    Have you ever had a circumstance where you were wrong about the source of your pain? This is something I know from experience. Last year, I had a pinched nerve behind my left shoulder blade. If I turned the wrong way,…

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    A Mother’s Love: Celebrating Mother’s Day 2025 with an Isaiah 49 Devotional

    April 30, 2025 /

    My mother loved me long before I was born. When an OBGYN told her that she would never have children, she was devastated. On her bus ride home, she cried hysterically, so overcome by grief that she didn’t notice the stares…

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  • Daughter sitting on father’s shoulders represents Father’s Day 2025 and the eternal Christian legacy of fathers

    An Eternal Christian Legacy: A Father’s Day 2025 Devotional

    May 29, 2025 /

    My grandfather passed away in July of 2024. He was a dignified man. Most members of the family called him “the general” because he often, bossily, gave advice to others.  He loved his family and raised his siblings after my great…

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    God, Please Bless Our Journey of Faith

    July 8, 2024 /

    Dear Father, we ask you to bless our journey of faith. We love you and desire to honor you. We know you have a good plan for us. Your word says “the path of the righteous is like the morning sun,…

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    The Foxes that Ruin Our Relationship with God

    July 9, 2024 /

    My cat Tinten loves catnip. As a special treat, I thought it would be a good idea to buy a catnip plant from my local pet store. Big mistake! No matter where I put it—my kitchen window sill, behind the blinds…

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    Please Jesus, Give Us a Heart for You

    July 15, 2024 /

    Dear Jesus, thank you for your sacrifice on the cross. We praise you and thank you for our salvation, healing, and deliverance. Please give us a heart to pursue you, Jesus. We want to grow closer to you, Lord. We need…

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    Dear Father, I Need You to Guide My Walk of Faith

    July 22, 2024 /

    Dear Father, guide me as I walk this life of faith. Help me to love your Word and treasure your instruction. Give me a thirst for Biblical truth and a desire to behave righteously. Joshua 24:15 says “as for me and…

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