You have God's favor thanks to Jesus

In Romans 5:10 (ESV), the richness of hope found in Jesus' death unfolds in our favor with God. The passage says, "For if while we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, now that we are reconciled, shall we be save...

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Dec 06, 2023
Great News: God is not angry at you

In Romans 5:9 (ESV), the richness of hope found in Jesus' death unfolds in two profound aspects: freedom from God's wrath. The passage says, "Since, therefore, we have now been justified by his blood, much more shall we be saved by him from the wrath...

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Dec 05, 2023
You can't (and don't have to) impress God

In Romans 3:22-25 (NLT), a profound message resonates – the hope found in Jesus' death, making us right with God. It declares, "We are made right with God by placing our faith in Jesus Christ. And this is true for everyone who believes, no matter who...

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Dec 04, 2023
Discipleship at the core of design

Hello, .It's December first, and time to start putting action to your design.Cetelia wrote great recap of this week's devotions, and added a discipleship piece to it:Embrace the fact that this is the Christmas season and choose to design this season....

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Dec 01, 2023
Energy Well-Spent: Designing a Fulfilling December

In yesterday's devotion I shared the wisdom of Karl Christian Tittmann: "Watch the time, and make it your own so as to control it. Serve not the time, but command it, and it shall do what you approve." This counsel extends beyond the ticking clock; i...

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Nov 30, 2023
Time Well Spent: Designing a Meaningful December

As we dive into the festive whirlwind of December, German Theologian Karl Christian Tittmann's wise counsel echoes in our hearts: ": Watch the time, and make it your own so as to control it. Serve not the time, but command it, and it shall do what yo...

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Nov 29, 2023
Financial betrayal and renewal

I'd like to tell you about Emily and Alex, a couple who faced a serious breach of trust. Instead of letting the betrayal define their relationship, they chose to confront it head-on.Emily discovered a breach of trust in their finances, and the initia...

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Nov 28, 2023
Wisdom in Your Wallet: Designing Holiday Expenses

In the midst of the holiday season, it's crucial to approach our spending with thoughtful consideration. As stewards of our resources, we are called to make intentional choices, keeping in mind the wisdom imparted in Proverbs 21:20: "Precious treasur...

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Nov 28, 2023
I'll be giving you the benefit of the doubt

Hi ,As we start this week, I want to remind you that giving your spouse the benefit of the doubt is a powerful tool. It fosters understanding and defuses tensions, among other things. On the other hand, assumptions can lead to misunderstandings.Meet...

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Nov 27, 2023
Escape the Holiday Drift: Design Your December

Is your Christmas season unfolding in the familiar patterns of the past? Are you ready to break free from tradition, fear, pressure, and competition that accompany this time of year?As we step into the month of December, it's easy to let the holiday...

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Nov 27, 2023