Category Archives: Encouragement

Training for Today

When we participate in “training,” we typically have a goal in mind. Perhaps we hope to improve our strength or acquire a new skill, at least that’s what I imagine. But when I read Oswald Chambers’ devotional, My Utmost for … Continue reading

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A Prescription of Praise

After last week’s “Dose of Encouragement”, I thought a “Prescription of Praise” sounded like the logical follow up. In many of King David’s Psalms, this “man after God’s own heart” felt free to vent his emotions and dump the garbage … Continue reading

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A Dose of Encouragement

Whether we like it or not, some days we just need a word of encouragement. Our plans plummet, circumstances suck, and expectations are exterminated! What we need is a good dose of God’s Word to sooth our sores, lift our … Continue reading

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God’s Temple, Then and Now

Have you ever seen God’s temple in Jerusalem? No? Oh yeah, it’s not there! In the Old Testament, King David desired to honor God by building Him a great temple. Instead, God assigned David’s son, Solomon, the job of building … Continue reading

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A Shaking from God

During my college years in California, I experienced an earthquake while living in an apartment. I was very thankful the building stood the test! Today I’d like to look at the book of Haggai again. (Check out last week’s devotion … Continue reading

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Bring God Pleasure

I’m wondering, does my work bring God pleasure? Do my current projects or the things I’m spending my time, effort, and energy on actually please the Lord? Let’s hear from Haggai, a prophet to the Jews who returned to Jerusalem … Continue reading

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Another Door Closer

Closed doors are typically viewed as disappointments. Whether it’s a house you were dreaming of purchasing, the job you longed for, or a witnessing opportunity that didn’t end as you hoped, closed doors happen. So, is there a way to … Continue reading

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At Jesus’ Feet

As an elementary school teacher, children sat at my feet regularly, especially for story time. A good book could always capture their attention. In Scripture, we find that a number of people also sat at the feet of Jesus. In … Continue reading

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One Incredible Visit

As a child, my best memories were road trips to South Dakota to stay with my grandparents and visit aunts, uncles, and cousins. Most of us at one time or another have visited the home of family or friends, perhaps … Continue reading

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Much More

Imagine yourself imprisoned in a room with one closed window. All you know is what you see. A patch of sky, a few tree branches, and some birds whose songs you barely hear. That sums up your knowledge of the … Continue reading

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