Have you been following along with the Advent Journeys series? Today we have the 4th lesson, Wise Men: In Search of the King. “Blessed are the peacemakers for they will be called the children of God.” (Matthew 5:9) The angels proclaimed “Peace on Earth” when the Baby Jesus was born. Today we wonder as we listen to the evening news,...... >Read More

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What does "stillness" actually look like? See how it can fit into your life.   “Be still, and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10) Imagine the scene: a well-dressed businesswoman rushes to the conference table, arriving five minutes after the meeting’s scheduled opening. Papers scatter as she places them before her, beads of...... >Read More

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Are you facing a hard road today? We would love to pray for you.   “Because you have made the Lord your dwelling place—the Most High, who is my refuge— no evil shall be allowed to befall you, no plague come near your tent.” (Psalm 91:9-10) Is that the truth? If you believe God  is Truth and that all Scripture is God-breathed,...... >Read More

Tags: devo, Devotional, Julie Cosgrove, Men, peace, protection, Psalm 91:9-10, Refuge, trials, Women

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Are you feeling over-extended today? Let us pray for you. “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” (Psalm 46: 10) Whether on the streets of Bangkok or up in the mountains above Vancouver, we are on the clock.  There is so much to do and we wonder... >Read More

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Do you struggle with contentment? See your world in a new light with our guided life lesson.   “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.” (Phil 4:11b) I wanted hair like Farah Fawcett. When I was in the 8th grade I had long hair down to my waist.  I knew my hair was wavy and a bit frizzy at times... >Read More

Tags: circumstances, content, devo, Devotional, future, peace, Phil 4:11, provision, Women

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Learn more about how to live in harmony with others with Dr. Muriel's Recipe for Peace.   "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the sons of God." (Matthew 5:9) I grew up in a musical family.  My mother played the piano and mandolin.  Dad played the violin and drums. My brother played the trumpet.  And I played...... >Read More

Tags: church, church split, devo, Devotional, discord, gossip, harmony, Matthew 5:9, Muriel Larson, peace, peacemaker, piano, pray, righteous indignation, Women

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Are you or someone you know struggling with the stress of being a soldier? Talk to a mentor. This week I walked into a restaurant and came face to face with a wall of white hearts, each bearing a name of a soldier recently lost in the battle for freedom. Today is a special day of remembering those heroes and heroines... >Read More

Tags: Devotional, freedom, gail rodgers, God, Men, pain, peace, remember

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