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Pursue God in Tough Times, At All Times

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Have you ever experienced frustration while trying to obeying God? You aren’t alone. Several years ago, I co-taught a Sunday school class with a friend. She would teach several weeks and then hand off to me. Whenever it came my time to present the lesson, I experienced an invasion of dark thoughts, often accusatory or…

Unshakable

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As we stand in our faith we can have confidence to declare that we will not be shaken because His word is never changing. “Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken.” -Psalm 62:6 “Solo él es mi roca y mi salvación; él es mi protector…

Fear No More

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Don’t let fear bind you and keep you from living out a bold life that glorifies God. “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” -1 Peter 5:7 “Depositen en él toda ansiedad, porque él cuida de ustedes.” -1 Pedro 5:7

Greatness Lives Inside Us

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The God we serve is much bigger than any giants we face on this earth. “You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.” -1 John 4:4 “Ustedes, queridos hijos, son de Dios y han vencido a…

Let It Rain

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His coming is certain. Just look around. “Let us acknowledge the Lord; let us press on to acknowledge him. As surely as the sun rises, he will appear; he will come to us like the winter rains, like the spring rains that water the earth.” -Hosea 6:3 “Conozcamos al Señor; vayamos tras su conocimiento. Tan…

He Is Only One Call Away

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His guidance is available to us at all times. All we have to do is surrender to our stubborn will and make the call! “Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” -Jeremiah 33:3 “Clama a mí y te responderé, y te daré a…

The Three Most Important Words Ever Spoken

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The three most important words ever spoken, “It is Finished.” “When he had received the drink, Jesus said, “It is finished.” With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.” -John 19:30 “Al probar Jesús el vinagre, dijo: ―Todo se ha cumplido. Luego inclinó la cabeza y entregó el espíritu.” -Juan 19:30

The Crown of Life Is Worth It

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God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” -James 1:12 “Dichoso el que resiste la tentación porque, al salir aprobado, recibirá la corona…

Let Peace Rule

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The Prince of Peace provides a peace that surpasses all understanding. All we have to do to receive it is allow Him to rule our hearts. “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” -Colossians 3:15 “Que gobierne en sus…

Love Much?

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Is the love you are showing others a reflection of how much you have been forgiven? “Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven—as her great love has shown. But whoever has been forgiven little loves little.” -Luke 7:47 “Por esto te digo: si ella ha amado mucho, es que sus muchos pecados le…