Encouraging Words, Scripture, Quotes, Poetry

Scripture, quotes, and messages that inspire the God breathed Word into life

Thankful

Thankful for the service of those who provide protection for our freedom. As we pray over our Thanksgiving meals let us remember the ones who cannot be with family this year. Take comfort that Jesus is with us all over the world. Peace For where two or three gather in my name, there am I …

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Thankful for Creation

Creation is a gift to be honored every day. From the blue oceans to the mountain grandeurs and all that is in between are just as precious to God as humanity. It is a gift to be included in His spectacular plan. Let us be responsible caretakers of His creation we are a part of …

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Plentiful Blessings

When I look back over my life there have been many times I thought I would not see the light of the next day. Yet, Jesus wrapped me in His blessings and glimmers every time. It is easier to stay in the moment of this day when we recognize the blessings leading up to the …

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End in Thankfulness

I love how God blesses us upon waking with birdsong and bright light. We come out of the darkness of night and into the glorious beauty of rising again with God. Let us not be too tight on our schedules that we do not have time to set the tone for the day with God …

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Patiently Waiting

The Hebrew word for waiting is qavah, which means to hope for, to be expectant and to bind together as a cord with patience. Waiting for God to move, change circumstances, heal, or act on something requires patience. Patiently waiting binds together or intertwines to make the wait sustainable. God uses that time to work …

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A Season of Thanks

It is the season of thankfulness. No matter how bad, difficult, tiring, or catastrophic life has been so far the good outweighs them. Rake the dead leaves of the past away and make note of the good things that have happened. Write, call, or visit those who showed up in your darkest hour and give …

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Thankful for Creation

Let us be thankful for God’s creation and all that it gives for us to survive. There are plants for every disease, food sources, and, gifts of survival in the beauty that soothes. The oceans cleanse and provide. The earth breathes wisdom from the ancients. It speaks of hope, love, brutal realities, and Be grateful …

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Love of God

A grateful heart resonates with the love of God. To wake in pain yet still give thanks for the gift of rising another day is to feel blessed no matter the struggle. A thankful snuggle with my dog at the end of a long tiring day makes me smile at the blessing of unconditional love. …

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Cup of Thanks

The memories of the Last Supper of Jesus stands the test of time. May it still resonate with us as we prepare to gather for Thanksgiving. Jesus knew what was coming yet he did not fret, wring his hands stressfully, pace, overthink, nor did he succumb to panic. Instead, he prayed to the Father then …

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Thankfulness

Taking time to notice the blessings instead of the problems keeps us focused on thankfulness. Life is unpredictable. Problems overwhelm. Appreciating even the simplest of goodness with gratitude guards your heart from turning hateful. Seek blessings. Give grace.