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9 Bible Verses About Feeling Unappreciated
I recently went for a walk with a friend who confessed to Angry Cleaning. At the heart of the matter, she was angry because she felt unseen and unappreciated. Today, we’ll explore 9 Bible verses about feeling unappreciated. Most of us face times when our work feels unseen, and others are not grateful. When these times come, we can remind ourselves that we are working for Christ, and he sees us. Let’s look at these Bible verses about feeling unappreciated. Then, we’ll return to the conversation about Angry Cleaning. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you find validation in…
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God Hears Our Prayers—Even When He Seems Silent
The summer air was thick with humidity as we made our way into the wilderness. Hemlocks breathed their pungent, piney scent, and the river rolled along casually—inviting us into the clear, cool water. I had no idea this backpacking trip with a friend was about to become a lifelong reminder that God hears our prayers. We reached our campsite and erected our tent as storm clouds gathered overhead. With the invincibility of 25-year-olds, we didn’t worry about the ominous clouds and ran to the river for a swim as soon as the tent was in place. After a short swim, the thunderous clouds descended upon us, and heaven unleashed in…
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4 Insights to Help You Keep Trusting God When It Hurts
A pale, yellow aspen leaf flutters from above. The shape of a teardrop, it swirls on some unseen current and lands at my feet. Picking it up, I’m reminded of the One who counts our teardrops and stores them in a bottle. It’s not easy to keep trusting God when it hurts. Circumstances have been difficult here throughout the past months. Hopes and dreams have crashed and burned, and at times, it felt crushing. Trusting God When It Hurts Most of us have tasted the bitter flavor of broken dreams. Whether you were asking God to lead you into a relationship, give you a child, or bring a long-awaited vision…
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When Trusting God With Your Future Doesn’t Come Easily
We threw out the old calendar—the one with the tattered edges and scratched-out plans—and we burned it to ash last week. We watched the flames lick it up like they were happy to say goodbye to the year and all it held. As I watched the tangerine flames dance in the wind, I considered the secret for really trusting God with your future—whether you’re coming out of the best season of your life or the worst. As I reflected on our past season, I gained courage. I also thought about the many times in Scripture when God’s people told stories about his past faithfulness. Maybe we should follow their lead.…
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15 Uplifting Bible Verses About Hope and Strength
As the season changes here, I’ve been intermittently looking back and looking ahead. I’m reminding myself of one truth: Jesus is my hope for the future, and he is my hope in the face of my deepest disappointments. I’ve been soaking in God’s Word, speaking Bible verses about hope and strength I invite you to turn to Jesus for hope by spending some time with these words as well. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you find hope in the Lord. 15 Bible Verses About Hope and Strength I don’t know what your past season looked like. Maybe you…
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15 Bible Verses About God Hearing Our Prayers
We’re living in the grey days of winter as I write these words. The winter seasons of waiting can feel never-ending as we look to the ivory firmament and wonder if God hears our cries. Today, we’ll explore 15 Bible verses about God hearing our prayers. Then, we’ll find comfort as we focus on one verse about God hearing the cries of our hearts. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you find comfort in God as you seek him. Bible Verses About God Hearing Our Prayers Let’s see what God’s Word says about God hearing our prayers. 15 Bible…
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10 Bible Verses About Serving Others in Hidden Places
Do you feel weary as you continue to invest in a calling that feels hidden and difficult? If so, you are not alone. Pull up a chair, and we’ll explore 10 Bible verses about serving others in hidden places today. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to encourage you as you humbly serve others. Bible Verses About Serving Others in Hidden Places The days passed slowly the year God wove her together in the darkness. It can be hard to hold onto hope when your dream is still covered in obscurity. You start to wonder if the dream will ever come…
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What Is God’s Will for My Life? (10 Absolutes)
An oak leaf falls to its final resting place on pale grass—russet and scaled with age. I consider the sights it saw from its perch high above and imagine its six short months were filled with wonder. I’m in the woods tonight to pray about God’s will for my life. I’m not trying to discern an impacting career change or a move across the country. I simply want to create space to assess the rhythms of my days and make sure I’m still in step with my Guide. Twenty years ago, I sat in this same span of forest and asked similar questions about God’s will for my life. I…
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“Has God Abandoned Me?” (12 Promises From God)
I sit in the canyon where the granite is ribboned with a thousand shades of earthy beige. I’ve come to this canyon to find answers and seek direction for my life. Feeling alone and uncertain, I whisper painful words to the wild Wyoming sky: “Has God abandoned me?” I’ve endured some rough years, and I can’t help but wonder what God thinks about my life. Is he looking at me with folded arms and a disappointed scowl on his face? Is he rolling his eyes and writing me off? I surely deserve to be written off. I’ve been living for myself and not for him. From where I’m sitting in…
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5 Practical Ways to Sit at Jesus’ Feet
Shadows of maple leaves move like water on the lawn. Lost in their dance, I step out of my cares for just a moment, and my heart feels light for the first time in weeks. More than anything, I’m desperate for space to step back, breathe, and sit at Jesus’ feet. I wish I were better at going with the flow and living with open hands, willing and eager to receive whatever happens to cross my path. Unfortunately, every time we hit a bump in the road, I call it crisis mode and come unhinged. I’m well aware of Jesus’ words: “In this world, you will have trouble . .…
