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THE SPIRIT’S WITNESS
“The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.” Romans 8:16 (NKJV) Paul teaches that the Holy Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God. This is not an emotional feeling alone—it is a deep, inner confirmation produced by the Spirit through the Word. When…
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CONFIDENCE IN CHRIST
“These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life, and that you may continue to believe in the name of the Son of God.” 1 John 5:13 (NKJV) The assurance of salvation is one of God’s greatest gifts…
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REMEMBER!
“Oh, remember that my life is a breath! My eye will never again see good.” Job 7:7 (NKJV) On this date, September 11, 2001, we do remember what happened in New York City. Terrorists struck the twin towers which, in essence, brought them to the ground. I have to say, as a native Texan, I…
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The Reward of Patient Faith
“Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for Him; do not fret because of him who prospers in his way, because of the man who brings wicked schemes to pass.” Psalm 37:7 (NKJV) “Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him.” This verse invites us into a posture that feels almost countercultural—resting while waiting.…
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Patience with People
“With all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love.” Ephesians 4:2 (NKJV) Circumstances test our patience, but people often test it even more. Paul urges us to “be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.” This is not always easy. People can frustrate us, misunderstand us,…
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The Gentle Work of the Holy Spirit
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” Galatians 5:22-23 (NKJV) Patience is not something we simply decide to have. It is fruit—evidence of the Holy Spirit’s work within us. As we walk with Him daily, He shapes our reactions, softens…
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Patience in the Pressure
“Rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer.” Romans 12:12 (NKJV) Pressure has a way of revealing what is happening inside the heart. When life squeezes us—through stress, disappointment, or unexpected challenges—our natural response is often frustration or fear. Yet Paul encourages us to be “. . . patient in tribulation . .…
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Walking in Patient Hope
Patience is one of God’s quietest yet strongest gifts. It steadies the heart when life feels rushed and strengthens our faith when answers seem delayed. This week, we will slow our pace, breathe deeply, and let Scripture teach us how to wait well—trusting that God is always working, even when we cannot see it. The…
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Honoring Work, Rest, and the God Who Sustains Us
“And let the beauty of the LORD our God be upon us, and establish the work of our hands for us;; yes, establish the work of our hands.” Psalm 90:17 (NKJV) Labor Day arrives each year as more than a long weekend or the unofficial end of summer. It stands as a reminder of the…
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Alive to Bear Fruit
“I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing.” John 15:5 (NKJV) Being alive in Christ is not a passive experience—it is a fruitful one. Jesus teaches that when we abide in Him, His life flows through…