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Encouraging Message Series for Young Believers
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Tag Archives: rest
C. S. LEWIS DAILY: SEPTEMBER 2
The Christian doctrine of suffering explains, I believe, a very curious fact about the world we live in. The settled happiness and security which we all desire, God withholds from us by the very nature of the world: but joy, … Continue reading
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C. S. LEWIS DAILY: JANUARY 21
TO BEDE GRIFFITHS: On fortitude and trust in God in the face of war; and on ecumenical differences. 29 April 1938 I have been in considerable trouble over the present danger of war. Twice in one life—and then to find … Continue reading
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DAILY HOPE: JUNE 28
What Should You Do on the Sabbath? “You have six days in which to do your work, but the seventh day is a day of rest dedicated to me” (Exodus 20:9-10 GNT). We all must make a conscious decision to … Continue reading
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DAILY HOPE: JUNE 24
Just Enough Time to Do God’s Will “All of us should … enjoy what we have worked for. It is God’s gift” (Ecclesiastes 3:13 GNT). In a 21st century world where we’re overworked, overstressed, and over-scheduled, this may be one … Continue reading
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DAILY HOPE: FEBRUARY 13
Three Steps to Surrender, and Eight Results “Surrender your heart to God, turn to him in prayer, and give up your sins — even those you do in secret. Then you won’t be ashamed; you will be confident and fearless. … Continue reading
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DAILY HOPE: FEBRUARY 2
There Is No Excuse Not to Rest “Six days you shall labor, but on the seventh day you shall rest; even during the plowing season and harvest you must rest” (Exodus 34:21 NIV). The Bible is filled with instructions about … Continue reading
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DAILY HOPE: JANUARY 31
When You’re Under Attack, Just Rest “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows” (Psalm 23:5 NIV). Our civilization is losing its civility. The world is getting … Continue reading
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