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Loved. Forgiven. Saved.

"Certainly the faithful love of the Lord hasn’t ended; certainly God’s compassion isn’t through! They are renewed every morning. Great is your faithfulness." - Lamentations 3:22-23

"For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God." – Ephesian 2:8

It is by our faith that we are saved, not by being the best employee, perfect parent, or having the most fabulous home. We are given the best gift by knowing, loving, and trusting that God is who He says He is.

So many things come back to this
one thing, P R A Y.
We are called to be in communication with the one who gives us L I F E. He puts the air in ours lungs and pushes the blood through our veins. How much more can He do through us when we focus on our communication with Him.

Are you in a season of waiting? It seems we are all waiting for something, maybe it's a job, new house, baby, or test results. We all find ourselves in various seasons of waiting and our attitudes in the waiting can make all the difference. It does not mean that a good attitude will get you your desires sooner, but it will make the road more enjoyable. There is learning, loving, and good work to be done in the waiting.
"But you must return to your God; maintain love and justice, and wait for your God always." - Hosea 12:6

You too? Sometimes we all get weighted down, feel overwhelmed, and just need a break. If that's you today may you take a few minutes for yourself to rest, read some scripture or listen to your favorite worship song and see what God has for you in those moments. He will refresh your soul.
"I am the living bread that came down out of heaven; if anyone eats of this bread, he will live forever; and the bread also which I will give for the life of the world is My flesh.” - John 6:51

"Lord I come, I confess
Bowing here, I find my rest
Without You, I fall apart
You're the one that guides my heart

Lord, I need You, oh, I need You
Every hour, I need You
My one defense, my righteousness
Oh God, how I need You

Where sin runs deep, Your grace is more
Where grace is found is where You are
And where You are, Lord, I am free
Holiness is Christ in me" - Lord, I Need You by Matt Mahar

"But we will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word." - Acts 6:4

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"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things." - Philippians 4:8

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:9

When things feel too big and overwhelming, remember to call on Him. We may be worried and unsure, but God's is always there to steady our hands and be our source of strength.

"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze." - Isaiah 43:2

Who can you share God's love with today? It may not be in a full conversation, but maybe a simple act of kindness or moment of grace. Loving others well is one of our main opportunities to share Christ's love with others and helpfully spark a holy conversation.

"We have come to know and have believed the love which God has for us. God is love, and the one who abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him." - 1 John 4:16

We are able to love because he loves us! Look for opportunities to share that love today!

"But the Lord is the true God;
He is the living God and the everlasting King.
At His wrath the earth quakes,
And the nations cannot endure His indignation." - Jeremiah 10:10

When you feel weak and out of control, remember this is YOUR God! He is powerful and always with you!

"And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." - Hebrews 10:24-25

We often miss the opportunity to encourage someone because we are too focused on our own tasks, obligations, and needs. Be on the lookout today for who you can encourage and bless today.

"Jesus is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them." - Hebrews 7:25

Jesus came to intercede for us and save us completely. He cares for us in a way that no one else ever has or ever will. This love is deeper that anything we could ask for or imagine. Rest in the knowledge of His love today.

"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" - Philippians 4:4

Regardless of the season you are in, there is always something rejoice about! Look around today and see where you can find joy!

"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" - Philippians 4:4
Regardless of the season you are in, there is always something rejoice about! Look around today and see where you can find joy!

"Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout aloud, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your king is coming to you; righteous and having salvation is he, humble and mounted on a donkey, on a c**t, the foal of a donkey." - Zechariah 9:9

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him." - John 3:16-17

We have the opportunity to serve and be fulfilled by a GOD who is so loving that He sent His only son to save us. To provide a way for us to have eternal life. As we move through Holy Week, think about the power and vastness of God's love for YOU.

"As he was drawing near — already on the way down the Mount of Olives — the whole multitude of his disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works that they had seen." - Luke 19:37

God is not limited by our circumstances. He can use us even when we feel our resources are tapped and our minds are spent. He is always in control and always doing good.

"My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." - Psalm 73:26

"Teach me what I cannot see;
if I have done wrong, I will not do so again." - Job 34:32

Open our eye Lord to the sin that we do not see. That we may be forgiven and move forward in our walk with you. You Lord are our guide and our compass forever. Amen!

"When you're looking in the mirror and you're struggling to believe
Am I really who He says I am, or will God give up on me?
When anxiety is yelling and it's drowning out today
When it's hard to see tomorrow and you don't know how to pray

You can rest, you can rest
In the one who never breaks His promises
Close your eyes, talk to Him
When you're scared and feel the darkness rolling in
In your worry and your pain, just breathe in and out His name
Jesus, oh, Jesus
And you can rest" - You Can Rest by Hillary Scott

"In peace I will lie down and sleep,
for you alone, Lord,
make me dwell in safety." - Psalm 4:8

"God is able
He will never fail
He is almighty God
Greater than all we seek
Greater than all we ask
He has done great things

Lifted up
He defeated the grave
Raised to life
Our God is able
In His name
We overcome
For the Lord
Our God is able" - God is Able by Hillsong United

"Jesus said to her, “Did I not tell you that if you believed you would see the glory of God?” - John 11:40

How often do we have to be reminded that we need to simply believe. Believe that Gos is who He says He is and trust that we will be shown His glory each and every time we need it.

Talk. To. God.

Somedays, most days that's that simple. Be open to communicating your heart to Him and He will be what you need. God will always show up when we seek Him.

"The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desire of those who fear him; he also hears their cry and saves them." - Psalm 145:18-19