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Dawn to the Noon-Day Sun
The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining ever brighter till the full light of day. Proverbs 4:18 Have you ever known a truly godly person? That’s not a term I throw out there lightly. I know a few and they are such an inspiration to me – but they also give me hope in my walk with the Lord. None of us are righteous, we’re all on a journey.… Read More
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Laugh!!
Sarah said, "God has brought me laughter, and everyone who hears about this will laugh with me." Genesis 21:6 How can you possibly see this face and not laugh? She is just glowing with joy. I promise you, the longer you look at her, the bigger your smile will get.Back in April, I spent a couple weeks with my grandkids. Their laughter ricocheted off the walls all day long. The slightest thing and off they… Read More
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Bring Fear into the Light
The LORD is my light and my salvation-- whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life-- of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1 My Mom was the family worrier. She worried about everything. Her life was filled with “What if?” and the answers always seemed to be bad. I know it’s a cliché but she really did worry when things were going well – certainly something bad was… Read More
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Genuine or Counterfeit?
Genuine—we sometimes use this word in funny ways. I was in the grocery store a while back and saw a sign advertising “Genuine Imitation Crabmeat.” Excuse me? How can it be genuine and imitation at the same time?The phrase “genuine imitation” can also apply to the spiritual lights that draw our attention. 2 Corinthians 11:14 says, "And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light." He’s an imitation light that appears to… Read More
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Shine On!
Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars for ever and ever. Daniel 12:3 Daniel’s writing about the End Times, but the wise and the righteous light our paths, even now. You're not wise, you say? I beg to differ! Has God walked with you through some difficult situations? If so, you have the wisdom of confidence and faith in His… Read More