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Prayer Index Cards for Life
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Seamless- Understanding the Bible as Once Complete Story is a Bible study for women by Angie Smith. This study is one that brings to life God’s story of the Bible in chronological order so that from beginning to end the purpose of God- to redeem man and restore relationship with him for His own glory- is beautifully and simply understood, both for the seasoned Bible student and for those new to their faith and the study of God’s Word. Continue reading “Seamless”

God continues to shine light on the things necessary for a “Hallelujah” perspective this year. This time the lesson came from an unlikely teacher- Continue reading “You Gotta Stretch”
As I’m journeying toward developing a “Hallelujah” perspective in 2019, I’ve come to realize that my eyes will have a huge impact as to whether or not I’m able to say at the end of the year, that I knew the Lord’s bounty- his reward, his gift, his plenty, his extravagant riches that are mine in Christ Jesus (Psalm 65:11, Ephesians 1:3).
While my goal is to view life through a lens of praise, if I’m honest, it’s not always the first thing I do. It’s certainly not the easiest. My gaze is often diverted to other people, to circumstances, and to the things this world says are important and valuable. It’s why Psalm 119: 36-37 makes repeat appearances as a prayer index card in my journal-
Incline my heart to your testimonies, and not to selfish gain! Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things; and give me life in your ways.
When I let my eyes become fixated on worthless things, it usually leads to a trap of comparison that results in discontent and grumbling instead of praise. My focus shifts to “I have-not” instead of “God has.”