Beauty for Ashes

As husband and wife, we are secure in Jesus. We love and serve one another to their fullest. And lead others into experiencing the kindness and greatness of God. Together, we are stronger. All by His grace...

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After every stressful situation, we become a little older.

Dr. Hans Selye

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Decisions open the door to reality.

James A. McMenis

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When God creates anything, He creates it for success.

Jimmy Evans

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"Her sins, which are many, are forgiven, for she loved much."

“Then He turned to the woman and said to Simon, “Do you see this woman? I entered your house; you gave Me no water for My feet, but she has washed My feet with her tears and wiped them with the hair of her head. You gave Me no kiss, but this woman has not ceased to kiss My feet since the time I came in. You did not anoint My head with oil, but this woman has anointed My feet with fragrant oil. Therefore I say to you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven, for she loved much. But to whom little is forgiven, the same loves little.” Then He said to her, “Your sins are forgiven.” And those who sat at the table with Him began to say to themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?” Then He said to the woman, “Your faith has saved you. Go in peace.”” Luke‬ ‭7:44-50‬ ‭

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“I prayed to the LORD, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears. Those who look to him for help will be radiant with joy; no shadow of shame will darken their faces. In my desperation I prayed, and the LORD listened; he saved me from all my troubles. For the angel of the LORD is a guard; he surrounds and defends all who fear him.” ‭‭

Psalm 34:4-7

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He never sinned, nor ever deceived anyone. He did not retaliate when he was insulted, nor threaten revenge when he suffered. He left his case in the hands of God, who always judges fairly. He personally carried our sins in his body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right. By his wounds we are healed. ‭‭

1 Peter‬ ‭2:22-24‬ ‭

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Hidden (ft. Will Reagan)

The love of our Maker and Savior invites us to be accepted as we are-there we can find rest. 

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For all who are allowing themselves to be led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. For you have not received a spirit of slavery leading again to fear [of God’s judgment], but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons [the Spirit producing sonship] by which we [joyfully] cry, “Abba! Father!

Romans 8:14-15

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If you're hope is going to be in God in the end, why not put your hope in God in the middle?

Andy Stanley

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The Beatitudes are our recipe for revival. They are a portrait and description of Jesus. When we walk as Jesus walked, we will be blessed.

Heidi Baker

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We are educated far beyond our level of obedience.

Joyce Meyer

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God sowed His son because He wanted to reap a family.

James A. McMenis

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God is as happy as He is holy.

Jenn Johnson

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A Thought for Leaders

Many would-be leaders never get the opportunity to enjoy their passion - not because of a lack of competence, but because of a lack of character. God uses mentorship to refine raw tendencies, allowing emerging leaders to better understand their passion. From "Exploring Your Gifts", Awana

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People admire your strengths but connect with your weaknesses.

Christine Caine

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The first great and primary business to which I ought to attend every day is to have my soul happy in the Lord.

George Müller