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How to Lament With God: Finding Healing Through Honest Prayer
Years ago, a friend encouraged me to lament with God after a difficult loss in my life. “It’s important to let all these feelings out because they can lead to bitterness toward God if you hold them in. Tell him what you’re feeling. He can take it,” she said. Taking her advice, I went to the woods on a snowy winter evening. I let the tears flow as I sat along a quiet stream. I also let my anger out as I threw rocks into the water and told God that what happened didn’t seem fair. Verbalizing my anger, frustration, and confusion, I didn’t hold anything back from him. After…
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15 Bible Verses About Surrendering to God
Robins chatter on the lawn, delighted after an early morning deluge chased the earthworms from their sleepy hideaways beneath the earth. As I watch them from my chair beside the window, I pull out my Bible in search of Bible verses about surrendering to God. I’ve been clinging to control lately, I need God to help me release my clenched fists and trust him. Today, I’m sharing 15 Bible verses about surrendering to God. May these Scriptures help us all release our grip and trust God. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook that will help you establish a rhythm of connecting…
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God’s Timing for Your Healing: 15 Bible Verses About Restoration
The hills tell a story as their ruffled crests flog in the summer wind. I remember when these hills were blanketed with sparse glimpses of crusty snow, interrupted by tufts of beige grass and patches of mud. Today, the lush summer meadow seems to speak of the power of restoration. Today, we’ll explore 15 Bible verses about restoration as we seek God’s healing. I invite you to join me as I stroll down the country road and seek God for restoration. Then, we’ll turn to God’s Word. God’s Timing for Your Healing: 15 Bible Verses About Restoration As I walk down the road, I’m reminded of Ecclesiastes 3:11. God makes…
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14 Bible Verses About Feeling Lost and Alone
Most of us face times when we feel alone. During these times, we can turn to God’s Word for consolation. Today, we’ll explore a list of Bible verses about feeling lost and alone. After we anchor ourselves to God’s Truth, we’ll look at the gifts we find in life’s difficult times. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you experience God’s comfort and presence. Bible Verses About Feeling Lost and Alone Let’s begin by turning to God’s Word. 14 Bible Verses About Feeling Lost and Alone 1. Psalm 147:3 ESV He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. When…
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15 Powerful Bible Verses About Hope in Suffering
Pale winter sunlight slips through the curtain, and splashes of cobalt rupture heaven’s veil. Winter feels long in these parts. Hard circumstances are unfolding in the world around us, and I open crinkled pages in search of a few Bible verses about hope in suffering. Regardless of its form, God invites us to draw near to him in times of suffering and heartache. Today, we’ll look at 15 Bible verses for hope in suffering. Be sure to read to the end of today’s devotion for a free devotional eBook for hope in suffering. Powerful Bible Verses About Hope in Suffering Perhaps these words hold the secret to navigating suffering: If…
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8 Restoration Prayers With Scriptures
A full moon lifts her pale face above the horizon as I amble along the snowy path. Blinded by the brilliance, I breathe deeply and pray for God’s restoration washes over me. Perhaps you need this today as well. I invite you to join me as we explore eight restoration prayers with Scriptures to lift our heads. Also, be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to encourage you and restore you. Restoration Prayers With Scriptures Here are God’s words about restoration, followed by eight powerful prayers. 8 Restoration Prayers With Scriptures 1. 1 Peter 5:10 (ESV) And after you have suffered a…
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Why Does God Test Us? (3 Reasons)
Do you have a sense that God has been testing you? God does not tempt us, but he does put us through tests to help us grow and build our character. Maybe you’ve been asking the question, “Why does God test us?” We’ll look at three reasons for God’s tests today. The following words are taken directly from our new mother-daughter devotional book, Heart to Heart. Find this book here today! Also, be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you draw near to God and experience his presence. Why Does God Test Us? “God left him alone only to test…
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12 Bible Verses About God Never Leaving Us
When life is difficult, it often feels as though God has forgotten and forsaken us. Today, we’ll turn to God’s Word as we stand on 12 Bible verses about God never leaving us. Cling to these words when you feel alone and forgotten. God sees you. He loves you. He has not taken his eye off you, and he wants to carry you through life’s raging rivers and flaming fires. 12 Bible Verses About God Never Leaving Us Here are 10 hope-filled Bible verses about God never leaving us. Bible Verses About God Never Leaving Us 1. Isaiah 41:10 Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for…
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God Uses Broken Vessels, and He Wants to Use You
Have you ever felt too broken to be used by God? Bekah and I are sharing another devotion from our mother-daughter devotional book, Heart to Heart: A Mother-Daughter Devotional With 50 Devotions for Teen Girls. Let’s talk about the ways God uses broken vessels for his glory. This devotion is directed toward teen girls but is true for all of us in our brokenness. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you find hope in your brokenness. God Uses Broken Vessels Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in…
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Lead Me to the Rock That Is Higher Than I
“Hear my cry, O God, listen to my prayer; from the end of the earth I call to you when my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I” (Psalm 61:1-2, ESV). Lead Me to the Rock That is Higher Than I We sit in the yard as the songbirds swoop beneath the pale blue canopy overhead. It’s hard to believe August has come. The sun is setting earlier, and the nights will soon grow cooler. These shorter days speak of what’s to come, and I’m not sure I’m ready. Long summer days spent sitting in the backyard and swimming in the creek will draw to a close. …
