May 9
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cmkrause added a text contribution God is like our shock absorbersNo one's life is free of unfortunate and difficult events. Don't be discouraged though, because no matter what is happening here on Earth, God is in Heaven watching over and protecting you. Isaiah 33:22 Read more » -
cmkrause added a text contribution He isn't hidingGod isn't hiding from us. Anyway who tries to find Him will find him. Simply pursue Him with all that is in you. Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution What is ruling your actions?True salvation can only be accomplished by totally surrendering yourself to God and His plan and purpose for you. When you give yourself to Him, He will guide your path through the Holy Spirit in times where you start to wander from the path He has plowed out for you. Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution My own translation of the BibleWho are you to what from the Bible should be taught? Why tailor the Bible to meet your own personal hapiness? Are you not building yourself on a weak foundation when you do this? Will you surely not collapse? Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution Are you smarter?You may think that you'll do ok on your own thinking and knowledge, but why are you so certain. God always has a better plan. See where the Israelites got themselves when they trusted in there own ideas and not God's. Do you want that to happen to you? I doubt it. Read more »
May 8
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cmkrause added a text contribution True servanthoodWhy are we always excepting rewards and "bonuses" for doing God's will. We are His servants, and our obedience all works towards His master plan. You'll likely never see the "full" impact of your life in His story. You are not the star of the show, merely a servant yet your part is crucial to the story. When you have finished a "task" for God, don't immediately be expecting His reward. His reward will come in due time, but in the meantime you sho… Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution Our sourceGod is the only one whom we can find a purpose in life, and He'll even help us figure out how He accomplish Hid perfect plan for our lives. Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution The time has comeI am sure that there have been many things in your life that you regard. I can personally think of quite a few. God however is willing to remove all that guilt and shame from us when we simply reach out to Him and cleanse ourselves by refusing to sin. I know that refusing sin sounds like an impossible task, but the Holy Spirit will be with you. He'll guide you away from places you shouldn't be as well as guide you in rough situations. God will become real in your life, and others… Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution Far BetterGod knows some much better than we, it isn't even funny. The idea that you have for solving a problem, He has an infinity better solution. Rely on God, He will help you in times of need. Read more »
May 7
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cmkrause added a text contribution He will answerGod will always answer when you call. You need to remove distractions and actually listen for His voice. He wants to talk to you, but He isn't going to forcefully yell at you. He desires to have a peaceful conversation with you. Read more »
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When you have truly received God into your life, every aspect of your life will change dramatically. You'll feel a sense of peace and comfortable. Plus others will notice your change and they will be began to wonder what is so different in you than before in your old life. From that, you have a great opportunity to witness to them and see them changed for the better. Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution RedirectionGod has and incredible system worked out for His believers. He talks us wherever we are at in life (whatever addictions, bondages, or sins that we are trapped in), and He lifts us off of our current path to a new place where we are no longer destined for Hell. Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution ConfirmationSometimes, you'll be unsure if you are really hearing God or not. Don't worry, God will relieve Himself in many miraculous ways and often through others. Never give up on trying to hear from Him. Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution There is helpGod will put people in your life you will be Godly mentors to you; they will guide and strengthen you through prayer, counseling, and accountability. Never put yourself in a situation where you are isolated. God has designed you to live out His plans with the help and guidance of others. Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution My dependencyThere are many times in your life, when you'll feel cluelessly about something. Stop relying on your own head knowledge, and instead draw close to God and present your questions and/or fears to Him. He is always willing to help you through a rough time, help you make an important decision, etc. Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution Truth; it protects youHave you ever had a situation which has increased in severity because of a lie? You probably have. Living a truthful life is always the best policy and makes it so that you are well respectable and trusted among others, so your influence is much greater in other people's lifes Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution Do you believe it?I know there are times that you'll had yourself in some very uncomfortable situation, and you will likely feel as if God has abandoned you. Don't believe it! God is always with you. Read more »
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cmkrause added a text contribution Are you going to change?Are we going to keep up with our old ways, or are we going to actively seek the face of God and in the event we slip, we know that His mercy will cover us. We need to stop thinking of God as some kind of pill that we take after we have sinned. Instead, think of him as a bullet that it hurts to take, but it will sure leave an impact on us and it will our ways. Read more »