Tag: Jesus
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When You Need Wisdom at Work
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.” James 1:5 (NKJV) In a workplace setting, that truth hits close to home. Every day brings decisions—some small, some that carry real weight. We navigate deadlines, conversations, challenges, and…
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Living on Mission
“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” Acts 1:8 (NKJV) Acts 1:8 records Jesus’ final words before His ascension—words that still define the calling of every believer…
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Cultivating Gratitude in the Workplace
“In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NKJV) Gratitude is one of those things we all value. Nonetheless, it doesn’t always come naturally. This is especially true in the middle of deadlines, busy schedules, and the everyday pressures of work. Yet Scripture invites…
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Finishing the First Week Back
“The LORD is my strength and my shield . . .” Psalm 28:7a (NKJV) As we wrap up this first full week after the holidays, it’s good to pause and recognize God’s steady help. This week wasn’t about big moments. It was about finding our rhythm again. We focused on showing up and doing the…
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Grateful for the Work Before Me
“In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NKJV) Work can feel routine—same tasks, same pace, same responsibilities. But even in the ordinary rhythm of our jobs, gratitude has a way of opening our eyes. When we thank God for the work before us,…
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Graced for the Grind
“And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men” Colossians 3:23 (NKJV) The holidays fade, the decorations come down, and suddenly we’re back in the grind. The alarm clock sounds earlier than we’d like. The to‑do list grows faster than we can check things off. The pace picks up,…
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Fresh Mercies for a Fresh Start
22 Through the LORD’s mercies we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not.23 They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23 – (NKJV) The first days back at work after the New Year can feel like stepping onto a moving treadmill. The inbox is full, the calendar is crowded, and the…
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God is Doing Something New: Prepare for the New Year
“Behold, I will do a new thing, now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.” ~ Isaiah 43:19 (NKJV) As the New Year approaches, something stirs in us. Even if we don’t make resolutions, we feel the pull of…
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Back to the Grind, But Not the Same
“So, teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” ~ Psalm 90:13 (NKJV) Christmas has a way of slowing us down. For a moment, the world feels softer. We breathe a little deeper. We remember what matters. But then December 26 arrives, and life starts tugging us back into…
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Meaningful Reflection: Day After Christmas
“But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart.” (Luke 2:19) (NKJV) The day after Christmas often feels like a strange pause. The wrapping paper is gone, the carols fade, and the excitement of gifts and gatherings gives way to quiet. For many, it’s a day of rest; for others, it’s a…