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Encouraging Message Series for Young Believers
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Tag Archives: spiritual life
IN TOUCH DAILY: JULY 17
The Benefits of Fasting Matthew 13:1-23 In the parable of the sower, Jesus teaches that it takes good soil to produce a plentiful harvest. He advises against planting seed on the rocky places and warns about dangerous thorns that choke … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: APRIL 24
When Adversity Hits, Look Up Psalm 27:1-14 Where do you go for help when storms come into your life? Trouble has a way of drawing our focus downward to the immediate situation rather than upward to the Lord, who reigns … Continue reading
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C. S. LEWIS DAILY: SEPTEMBER 17
TO MRS. RAY GARRETT: On the real program of the spiritual life—living in the present moment. 12 September 1960 The whole lesson of my life has been that no ‘methods of stimulation’ are of any lasting use. They are indeed … Continue reading
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C. S. LEWIS DAILY: APRIL 5
TO MARY MARGARET McCASLIN: On how, after weathering a bereavement, one feels abandoned by God; on how God works on our behalf even when we feel He is inactive; and on the necessity of continuing to use the ordinary means … 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: APRIL 7
Three Things That Keep Us from Hearing God “The seed that fell among thorns stands for those who hear, but as they go on their way they are choked by life’s worries, riches and pleasures, and they do not mature” … Continue reading
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MY UTMOST FOR HIS HIGHEST: DECEMBER 11
Individuality Jesus said to His disciples, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself…” —Matthew 16:24 Individuality is the hard outer layer surrounding the inner spiritual life. Individuality shoves others aside, separating and isolating people. We see … Continue reading
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