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Father God, my mind is open to Your Thoughts, and closed today to every thought but Yours. I rule my mind, and offer it to You. Accept my precious gift, for it is Yours to me. Amen and Amen. 07/13/2017 OCM-83656272 {Member of ULC 9/23/22 7545620-0414Susan Ruth Robertson202004377}
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No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the last day. It is written in the prophets, And they shall be all taught of God. Every man therefore that hath heard, and hath learned of the Father, cometh unto me. Not that any man hath seen the Father, save he which is of God, he hath seen the Father. Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me hath everlasting life.
– John 6:44-47

There’s something deeply comforting in Jesus’ words here. He reminds us that faith isn’t an accident, a coincidence, or a human achievement. It begins with the Father drawing, teaching, and opening the heart. And when a person responds to that drawing, Jesus meets them with a promise that never wavers: “He that believeth on me hath everlasting life.” Not will have someday, not might have if they’re good enough, but has, right now. A present possession. A settled gift. You didn’t stumble into grace, you were drawn. You aren’t guessing your way through faith, you’re being taught of God. You don’t have to fear the future, everlasting life has already begun in you. You aren’t unseen, the Son who has seen the Father sees you, knows you, and keeps you. It’s a passage that reminds us that salvation is God’s work from beginning to end, and our part is to believe the One He sent.

Father God, You see the heart that is struggling, the one carrying hurt, fear, or distance. You know the weight they’ve been holding and the walls they’ve built to protect themselves. Draw them gently by Your Spirit. Teach them, guide them, and open their heart to Your truth. Where forgiveness feels impossible, give them courage. Where pain has hardened them, bring healing. Where confusion has clouded their steps, bring clarity. Where pride or fear has kept them away, pull them close to Christ with Your patient love. Let Your kindness lead them to repentance. Let Your truth set them free. Let Your presence soften what has grown rigid. And let Your peace settle over them like a covering. Restore what is broken. Renew what has grown weary. And draw them fully into the life, grace, and everlasting hope found in Jesus. Thank You Amen.

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The spirit of God hath made me, and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life.
– Job 33:4

“The Spirit of God hath made me.” That’s identity. Not accident, not circumstance, not the opinions of others. You were crafted, intentionally, lovingly, purposefully. “The breath of the Almighty hath given me life.” That’s value. Every inhale is a reminder that God Himself chose for you to be here today, in this moment, with this purpose, on this ground. It’s one of those verses that resets the soul. It pulls you out of the noise and back into the truth: You are here because God breathed you into being, and He hasn’t stopped sustaining you.

May His breath steady you. May His Spirit strengthen you. May His purpose guide you. And may His peace settle over your home like a warm, quiet morning.

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But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.
– Matthew 19:14

This verse is such a gentle reminder. Jesus didn’t just welcome children, He honored them. He saw their trust, their joy, their purity, and said, “This is what the kingdom looks like.” May your day be peaceful, your heart light, and your home wrapped in the quiet presence of Jesus.

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And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon fought and his angels and prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven. –
– Revelation 12:7-8


Heaven itself has seen warfare. Michael and his angels fought with power and obedience, but even in that great battle, Scripture shows us something important: Michael did not win by his own authority. He won because he fought under God’s command. Angels are mighty. Angels are real. Angels serve God faithfully. But they are not the ones we pray to, follow, or seek guidance from. The Bible gives us only one name to call on: Jesus.

He is:

The Lamb who was slain,

The Lion of Judah,

The Mediator,

The Savior,

The Only Way to the Father.

Even Michael, the warrior of heaven,  bows to Him.

So, when confusion rises, when spiritual voices swirl, when people claim to talk to angels or seek guidance from them, we stand firm in the truth:

Our prayers belong to God alone. Our hope rests in Jesus alone. Our guidance comes from the Holy Spirit alone.

Angels fight for us, but Jesus saves us.

And that’s why our worship, our prayers, and our devotion stay fixed on the Lord Jesus alone.





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This is a powerful passage to start the day with. One of those wake‑up calls from Scripture that doesn’t shout, but it surely doesn’t whisper either. Paul’s words in these verse’s “Wherefore he saith, Awake thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give thee light. See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, Redeeming the time, because the days are evil”. – Ephesians 5:14-16  “Feels like a spiritual alarm clock. Not the jarring kind, but the kind that opens the curtains and lets the light pour in “Awake thou that sleepest.”  A reminder that spiritual drowsiness is real, subtle, and easy to slip into. And Christ shall give thee light.”  The promise that every time we rise, He meets us with illumination, clarity, and direction. “Walk circumspectly.” Step with intention, not fear. “Redeeming the time.” Treat each moment like a gift that can be shaped for good. Because the days are evil.” Not to scare us, but to steady us. God’s people walk wisely because wisdom is protection.

May this morning find you fully awake in spirit, fully alive in purpose, and fully wrapped in the light Christ freely gives. May your steps today be steady, wise, and joy-filled. May every moment you redeem become a quiet testimony of His goodness in you.  

🙂 Have a beautiful day,  🙂

 🙂my friend. 🙂

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There is none holy as the LORD: for there is none beside thee: neither is there any rock like our God. Talk no more so exceeding proudly; let not arrogancy come out of your mouth: for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by him actions are weighed.
– 1 Samuel 2:2-3

When Hannah prayed, she wasn’t standing in strength, she was standing in surrender. Her words remind us that God’s holiness isn’t just His purity; it’s His steadiness. He is the Rock when everything else shifts. “There is none holy as the LORD, neither is there any rock like our God.” When life feels loud, unfair, or uncertain, this verse pulls us back to center. God doesn’t change. He doesn’t wobble. He doesn’t guess. He is the same God who carried Hannah through her grief, her waiting, and her breakthrough. “Talk no more so exceeding proudly, for the LORD is a God of knowledge, and by Him actions are weighed.” This isn’t a warning as much as it is a comfort. People may judge by what they see. People may assume, misunderstand, or speak carelessly. But God weighs actions, not appearances. He sees motives, burdens, sacrifices, and quiet obedience that no one else notices. When you walk humbly, you walk safely. When you trust God’s knowledge, you stop carrying the weight of proving yourself. When you remember He is the Rock, you stop trying to stand on shifting sand.

Father God, anchor my heart today. Keep me humble, steady, and centered in You. Let my words reflect Your holiness and my actions reflect Your truth. Weigh my heart, guide my steps, and be my Rock in every moment. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Jesus Precious Name  Amen.”

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For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;
– Romans 3:23-25

This is one of those passages that reminds us why grace is not just a doctrine, it’s a lifeline.

We all fall short, every one of us. But God never leaves us in the place where we stumbled. Through Christ, He reaches down, lifts us up, and covers us with a grace we could never earn. His love doesn’t wait for perfection. His mercy doesn’t depend on our performance. He meets us in our brokenness and calls us redeemed. Grace is the bridge between who we were and who He is shaping us to become.

May your morning begin with grace, not pressure. May you remember that God already knows your weaknesses and still chooses you. Whatever yesterday held, mistakes, worries, or weariness, His mercy meets you fresh today. You are loved. You are forgiven. You are carried. And you are never walking into a new day alone. Let today be a reminder that God’s arms don’t let go, even when life feels heavy. He is with you in every step, every breath, every moment.

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The entrance of Thy Words giveth light; It giveth understanding unto the simple.
– Psalms 119:130

This verse is one of those quiet, steady truths that sinks into the heart and fills it with a warm glow. Paired with a simple blessing like “Have a nice day!” it feels gentle, pure, and full of light. May you shine for others, and may encouragement and blessings find their way to your door.

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Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and your joy to heaviness. Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.
– James 4:8-10

This is not just about drawing near, it’s about how we draw near: with humility, repentance, and readiness to be lifted by grace. “Where Mercy Meets the humble, behind the veil, blood was sprinkled. Before the Lord, hearts were broken. Mercy met the humble.”

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And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear. The wolf and the lamb shall feed together, and the lion shall eat straw like the bullock: and dust shall be the serpent’s meat. They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my holy mountain, saith the LORD.
– Isaiah 65:24-25/a>

This is one of the most hope‑soaked promises in all of Scripture. Isaiah 65:24–25 is God painting a picture of a world fully restored. A world where nothing threatens, nothing harms, and nothing stands between His people and His presence. Two beautiful truths about this verse.  God hears before we even speak;  “Before they call, I will answer.” That’s not just comfort, this is covenant closeness. It means God is already moving, already preparing, already responding long before the prayer leaves your lips. Peace replaces danger; The wolf and the lamb feeding together. The lion eating straw. Nothing hurting or destroying on God’s holy mountain. It’s God saying, “I’m making everything right again.” A world where: enemies become neighbors, fear becomes peace, danger becomes safety and creation itself is healed. It’s the future God promised, and the peace He lets us taste even now. Just like in Exodus 24, where God drew His people near, covered them in covenant, and let them stand in the glow of His glory, Isaiah reminds us that the story ends the same way it began: with God close, God listening, God restoring, and God keeping His word. I hope your day carries a little of that same peace, the kind that says God is already listening, already answering, already near.🙂