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As Long As You Know You’re Nobody Very Special
“Pride and an overblown sense of self is a horrible burden to carry. When we let go of these burdens, we find that we’re actually quite ordinary, but that our ordinariness is actually quite okay after all. It’s enough that God loves us, dignifies us, and our lives count for eternity, and that we get to be with all the other not-very-special people too.”
Give God Room
“When you find yourself in the middle of a stressful situation or dealing with a difficult person, rather than default to worry or control (the two responses that come so naturally to us), remember instead to give God room. Room to act, room to speak, room to resolve the situation in accordance with his good will. This requires time, patience, and faith on our part. A willingness to place your worry at the foot of the cross and turn control over to the one who has promised to work all things together for your good.“
You May Be Surprised to Find Glory Along the Path You Are On
“Untold glories await those whose feet choose the narrow path, the humble path, the path less traveled. If we will only follow far enough—remain faithful, steadfast in our resolve, and not give up. We have a Guide who walks with us every step of the way. He is the same today as He was yesterday and will be tomorrow. Whatever little humble path He has you on, untold glories await … wait for it.“
Bringing Solitude into Our Lives
“Without solitude it is virtually impossible to live a spiritual life. Solitude begins with a time and a place for God, and him alone. If we really believe not only that God exists but also that he is actively present in our lives — healing, teaching, and guiding — we need to set aside a time and a space to give him our undivided attention.”
Intentional Parenting – John Mark Comer
Omnipresent and Omniscient – Knowing Faith Podcast
Can Cancer Be God’s Servant? – DesiringGod.Org
“If onlys and what ifs can rule our lives and drive us crazy. Instead, embracing God’s higher purposes — even when invisible to us in painful and tragic events — affirms God’s greatness. This is not fatalism. It is trust in the character and promises of our faithful, all-wise God.”
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