Welcome to my MicroBlog. I don’t write full blog posts as often anymore. Instead, you can find brief, “micro blog” posts on Instagram! They are short reads. These are my most recent posts. To view the entire post on Instagram, simply click on the image. I window will open with the post!
HOLY FATHER, GIVE ME GREAT LOVE FOR YOUR WORD AND THE TRUTH IN IT.
May the Holy Spirit illumine truth as I read its pages. Teach me to use your Sword as my weapon against Satan.
Help me to study it well, hiding its treasures in my heart.
Bring to mind truth from Your Word for my needs today.
In Jesus's Name,
Amen!
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Collecting Scriptures as we read God's Word can be a great help for when we face temptation. Writing them in a journal on an index card or a sticky note keeps them "at the ready" for when we need them.
If you struggle with memorizing Scripture, I have a resource to help you hide God's Word in your heart:
The PSALMS Meditation Method is a set of worksheets that guides your meditation process so that you know a verse thoroughly, even though you may not have "memorized" it.
You can find it in my SHOP under "Bible Study Helps." (See the Instagram links in my bio.)
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HOLY FATHER, PROTECT MY MIND WITH THE TRUTH FROM YOUR WORD. Bring to mind Scripture I have stored in my heart for my needs today.
Where my mind is too busy, remind me to be still and know that You are God (Psalm 46:10) so I can sense the Holy Spirit's leading.
For any thoughts that do not honor You, remind me to
--set aside these thoughts
--shift my thinking
--and focus on things that are true, admirable, excellent, and worthy of praise.
In essence, I choose to worship YOU rather than anything else. (Philippians 4:8-9)
As I study Your Word, please move that truth from my mind to my heart so I experience life change.
Help me think properly about my circumstances today.
In Jesus's Name,
Amen!
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Think about how your thought life affects your spiritual battles. Do any thoughts need to come under the authority of Jesus Christ?
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DO YOU CARE FOR LITTLE ONES OR AGED ONES?
Do you teach students?
Do you move within the corporate world?
Are you walking through a valley of suffering?
What task has God given you in your arena of ministry?
It doesn’t matter what it is, God wants us to give ourselves *fully* to the work He assigns us.
And here’s the “why.”
“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” (1 Corinthians 15:58-59 NIV)
Our labor is in not in vain! Because, as the verses prior to these say, Jesus has conquered the sting of death. Through Him we have victory.
Everything we do can point to Jesus so He receives glory in all our tasks.
So if you’re feeling discouraged today, take heart. Victory is yours. God will use your efforts for His kingdom. He loves you so.
What work has God given you today?
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HOW TO CULTIVATE AN ATTITUDE OF THANKSGIVING ALL YEAR ROUND.
If you're like me, your mind is spinning with all the craziness of this week. You might even be a bit afraid of what the future holds. I know that I am doing a good amount of "instructing my heart" to trust the Lord.
The best cure of worry and fear is a shift in focus -- from our circumstances to the One who controls them. With Thanksgiving approaching, this shift can include listing all the the wonderful ways God has cared for us in the past -- which builds our trust that He will continue to care for us in the coming days.
Would you join me in focusing on the wonderful deeds of the Lord as Thanksgiving approaches?
This 5-Day Mini Bible Study is a special Thanksgiving treat that will help you cultivate an attitude of thanksgiving (and trust) all year long.
🦃 Get your copy from the Instagram link in my profile. 🦃
Psalm 77:11-12 “I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago. I will consider all your works and meditate on all your mighty deeds.”
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HOLY FATHER, I'M GRATEFUL THAT YOU PROTECT ME WITH THE SHIELD OF YOUR FAITHFULNESS (Psalm 91:4).
Where the enemy tries to get me to doubt, remind me of the truth in Your Word that ...
... although much in life changes, You remain the same (James 1:17).
Thank You for meeting my needs in the past. Because You are our Faithful God, I know You will meet my needs today.
I know You can grow my small faith.
In Jesus's Name,
Amen!
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In your spiritual battles, where are you tempted to doubt God's plan? How has God met your needs in the past? Trust Him meet you now!!
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ISN'T IT JUST LIKE GOD TO USE SMALL THINGS TO ACCOMPLISH BIG THINGS?
Psalm 8:2 “Through the praise of children and infants you have established a stronghold against your enemies, to silence the foe and the avenger.”
The NIV Application Commentary says, “The recognition of one’s own weakness is the starting point for recognizing dependence on the strength of God.”
Do you feel small in your efforts to serve God and others?
That’s okay!!
God takes our meager offering and multiplies it to accomplish His purposes—not only in our lives, but in the world!!
What are some small efforts that make a big difference?
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HOLY FATHER, I WANT YOUR PEACE TO RULE MY LIFE.
First, I confess my sin and thank You for Your forgiveness.
Thank You that through Jesus, the Prince of Peace, I can have peace with You.
Please show me where I need to make amends in my relationships.
Help me to humbly approach my friends and family and ask for forgiveness so peace can be restored in our relationships.
And in my circumstances, where I am anxious and afraid, I fix my eyes on You and trust You to settle my heart and mind.
Father, please give me courage to share the Gospel of Peace with those who cross my path today.
You've given me the great privilege of partnering with You to spread the gospel. Give me sensitivity to recognize when to speak up so others can hear the good news and know salvation.
In Jesus's Name,
Amen!
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In your personal spiritual battles, is there anyone with whom you need to reconcile?
How does Satan disrupt your peace?
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HOW MANY TIMES HAVE YOU READ 1 CORINTHIANS 10:13?
I've read it many times, but something new popped out to me.
“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” (1 Corinthians 10:13, NIV)
It’s that last phrase … SO YOU CAN ENDURE IT.
Prior to the other day, whenever I thought about this verse, I thought about temptation LEAVING once I ESCAPED, by being obedient to take God’s way out.
But that’s not what the last phrase indicates. It says that we can ENDURE TEMPTATION.
If you're like me, this offers great hope. Sometimes temptation sticks around. It doesn't just go away. That’s why it’s so important to wear the Helmet of Salvation and protect our minds with the Truth from God’s Word.
Whatever temptation you are facing, God’s “way out” will help you ENDURE your temptation, especially if it is a lingering one.
He is present—you don’t face it alone. He strengthens you each step of the way until you are clear of it.
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HOLY FATHER, THE BREASTPLATE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS protects my heart--which is the core of who I am.
May the truth of Your Word guard and protect my heart (Proverbs 4:23).
On my own, it is impossible to live righteously.
As I yield my will to the Holy Spirit, however, You give me the power to live in victory.
Give me the courage to surrender the areas of my life You put Your finger on.
May my time in Your Word work change in my heart so I can live the righteous life You desire.
In Jesus's Name,
Amen!
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In your personal spiritual battle, is there any area of your life where you need to surrender?
What do your thoughts, words, and actions reveal about your heart?
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