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Heal Your Body
God says through the Prophet Jeremiah: “I am bringing recovery and healing; I will heal them and reveal to them the abundance of prosperity and security.” Jeremiah 33:6 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: In this passage, from the section sometimes...
Be Alive to the Truth of You
Jesus said, “Be watchful so you don’t lose heart over life’s troubles and let the day catch you unaware.” Luke 21:34 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: In this passage by the Gospel Writer called Luke, in the section sometimes titled, “Be Watchful,”...
Believe in Yourself
After Jesus fed the 5,000 and walked on water, the crowd asked him, “What must we do to perform the works of God?” Jesus replied, “This is the work of God, that you believe in the one who has been sent.” John 6:28-29 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this...
Letting Faith Move Mountains
Jesus said: “Truly I tell you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you.” Matthew 17:20 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional:...
Prayer After Violence
Right here, in this now moment, We affirm God in our midst. Right here, in this now moment, We affirm God’s ever-abiding grace, God’s infinite compassion, And God’s unconditional love For us all, Those who hurt, Those who serve and wait, Those who mourn. Right here,...
Living From Spirit Within
Jesus said: “The Kingdom of God is within you.” Luke 17:21 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: In this passage from the section often titled “The Coming of the Kingdom” from the Gospel Writer Called Luke, Jesus explains where God’s kingdom is...
Shine Your Light
Jesus said: “No one after lighting a lamp hides it under a jar, or puts it under a bed. They put it on a lampstand, so that those who enter may see the light.” Luke 8:16 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: In this passage usually titled “The Lesson of...
Engage Your Wisdom
“When Jesus completed his Sermon on the Mount, the crowds were astonished at his teaching, because he taught with real authority, and not like their teachers of law.” Matthew 7:28-29 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: This passage, often called...
Pray To Transform
Jesus taught: “When you pray, don’t be like the hypocrites who love to pray publicly on street corners and in the synagogues where everyone can see them. I tell you the truth; that is all the reward they will ever receive.” Matthew 6:5 Notes for Contemplation as You...
Honor Your Humanity
When his seventy-two followers joyfully returned to Jesus, they said, “Lord, even the demons submit to us in your name.” And Jesus replied, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven. Behold, I have given you authority to tread on snakes and scorpions, and over all...
Activate Your Spiritual Power
Jesus asks: “What parent among you, if their child asks for a fish, will give them a snake instead? Or if they ask for an egg, will give them a scorpion? So, if you misguided ones know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will God give to those who...
Be a Spiritual Pioneer
Jesus says in prayer with God: “I have given them your word. And the world hates them because they do not belong to the world, just as I do not belong to the world.” John 17:14 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: This passage, from the mystical gospel...
Celebrate Your Soul
“My heart is confident in you, Oh, God; no wonder I can sing your praises with all my heart! . . . I will thank you, Lord, among all the people. I will sing your praises among the nations. For your unfailing love is higher than the heavens. Your faithfulness reaches...
Fulfill Your Longing
“Let them thank God for enduring love, for God satisfies the longing soul and fills it with good.” Psalm 107:8-9 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: In this passage from the chapter sometimes titled, “Thanksgiving for God’s Goodness (or Deliverance),...
Relax Your Efforts
“Those of steadfast mind you keep in peace because they trust in you.” Isaiah 26:3 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: In this passage from the Prophet Isaiah, in the section often titled, “Trust in God’s Provision and Protection,” the prophet...
Check Your Beliefs
Jesus asked Nicodemus: “If I have told you about Earthly things, and you do not believe, how can you believe if I tell you about Heavenly things?” John 3:12 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: In this mystical passage, from the section often titled,...
Invite Your Results
The Lord says, “When you search for me, you will find me, if you seek me with all your heart.” Jeremiah 29:13 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: This passage in the Book of Jeremiah, from the section often titled, “Jeremiah’s Letter to the Exiles,”...
Something That Lasts
Good people leave an inheritance to their grandchildren, but the wrongdoer’s wealth passes to the virtuous. Proverbs 13:22 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: This passage, from the chapter sometimes called “A Parent’s Discipline,” distinguishes...
Spirit’s Call To Life
The Spirit of the Lord said to the Prophet Ezekiel: “Speak to these dry bones. Tell them the Lord says: ‘Look! I am going to put breath into you and make you live again!’” Ezekiel 37:4-5 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: This passage from the...
Be at Home with Others
“Whoever is virtuous and kind will find joy and honor.” Proverbs 21:21 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: This passage comes from the Book of Proverbs, from the chapter sometimes titled “The King’s [Leader’s] Heart,” which offers wisdom on how best...
Be at Home in the World
“The Earth is full of God’s loving devotion.” Psalm 33:5 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: This passage comes from the Psalm often titled, “The Earth is Full of God’s Unfailing Love.” It describes specific aspects of God’s nature, especially noting...
Be at Home with Yourself
“Go into your inner room and close the door, and pray with God in private.” Matthew 6:6 Notes for Contemplation as You Use this Devotional: This wisdom from the “Sermon on the Mount,” from the Gospel Writer called Matthew, advises you to gain self-knowledge,...
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