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Saturday August 29
Troubles Never Last!
"For our present troubles are small and won't last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever!" 2Corinthians 4:17 (NLT)

Problems are the prices of progress; to make progress, you must face problems. The obstacles of life are intended to make us better not bitter; stronger not strugglers, smarter not smaller. Adversities have advantages. Challenges carry changes within them.

Obstacles are merely a call to strengthen, and not to quit. Between you and anything significant will be giants in your path; be ready to face them! Any path you find with no resistance is a trap in disguise. If you like things easy, you will have difficulties. If you like problems, you will succeed. The biggest successes are the ones who solve the biggest problems. Joseph solved the problem of Egypt and became a governor. David killed the giant tormenting Israel and became the king. Every problem you face is simply an opportunity for you to be your best. This is your day.

Wisdom Fountain: "Victory comes from finding opportunities in problems."
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I acknowledge that You are the God of divine turnarounds, able to take every obstacle, delay, and trial and convert it into a stepping stone for progress. I receive wisdom to see the hidden lesson in every struggle. I ask for strength to rise above every delay and the courage to push past every limit. I see every stumbling block in my way turn into stepping stones and whatever the enemy meant for my harm flipped over for my breakthrough and growth in Jesus’ name.

John 1:1, NASB
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”

He Who was from the Beginning is so Big and so Beyond our Understanding!
In His Love He made it easy for us to Know Him
by showing Himself through the Person of Jesus Christ! Someone we can Talk to, Someone we can Understand.
How can we explain the Grace of the Lord Jesus Christ!

Prayer:
2Corinthians 8:9, NASB
“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that you through His poverty might become rich.”

Thank You Lord, You demoted Yourself from the Highest Heavens to the Lowest Earth, to make us Understand the Father Heart of God!
We are forever Grateful for such Mercy! Amen.

Your weakness is where God's strength is revealed.

#GodsPower #StrengthInWeakness #Faith #2Corinthians #LordsBook

We walk by faith, not by sight.

#WalkingByFaith #CantSee #TakeTheStep #TrustGod #KeepWalking #2Corinthians #LordsBook

His grace is all you need.

#HisGrace #NotEnough #BeStrong #Sufficiency #PowerInWeakness #2Corinthians #LordsBook

America’s 250th Birthday ,July 4,2026. The United States will mark its 250th anniversary of Independence on July 4,2026 , commemorating the signing of the Declaration of Idependence in 1776,this milestone , known as the Semquincenteniel or Sestercentennial , is being celebrated nationwide July 4th is a day to celebrate both national freedom and the deeper freedom found in Christ .These verses invite reflection on liberty ,gratitude ,and unity 2Corinthians 3:17 -“Now the Lord is the Spirit ,and where the Spirit of the Lord is ,there is freedom .”This reminds us that true freedom comes from God’s Spirit .”. Galatians 5:1-“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free .Stand firm ,then ,and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery .”Freedom is a gift to be cherished and used for good .”. John 8:36-“So if the Son sets you free , you will be free indeed .”Jesus sets us free from sin and bondage ,empowering us to live joyfully in His truth .” Romans 8:2 -“For the law of the Spirit of live has set you free in Christ Jesus from. the law of sin and death . “This freedom brings liberation from condemnation and shame . Gratutude and Thanksgiving 1Thessalonians 5:18-“Give thanks in all circumstances ;for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus .”The 4th of July is a time to thank God for the blessings and freedoms we enjoy .”. Psalms 100:4-“Enter his gates with thanksgiving , and his courts with praise Give thanks to him :bless his name !A call to express gratitude in worship . Philippians 4:6-“Do not be anxious about anything , but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God .Maintaining a thankful heart in all circumstances . Unity and Peace 1Timothy 2:1-2-“First of all,then , I urge that supplications ,prayers , intercessions ,and thanksgivings be made for all people , for kings and all who are in high posting , that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life ,Godly and dignified in every way .”A prayer for national and personal peace . Colossians 1:22-23-“ He has reconciled you by Christ’s physical body through death to present you holy in his sight , without blemish and Free from accusation …if you believe in your faith , established and firm , and do not move from the hope held out in the gospel .”Unity through faith in Christ . Devotinal Reflection As you celebrate July 4th remember that the freedom we enjoy is both a gift and a responsibility .Let these verses inspire you to : Cherish the liberty God has given you .Be thankful for the sacrifices made to secure it .Live in unity and peace ,reflecting Christ’s love to other

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Wednesday June 24
Stop the Comparison Trap!
When they measure themselves by themselves and compare themselves with themselves, they are not wise. 2Corinthians 10:12 (NLT)

The "comparison trap" is the habit of measuring your own life, progress, or appearance against others. It often leads to feelings of inadequacy, anxiety, and low self-esteem. Recognize that trying to mirror someone else's journey steals your own shine. Focus on your personal growth instead of comparing your life to the highlight reels of others.

It is a waste of time and energy when you compare your life to that of other people. Life is more fun when you don’t keep score against others. Success is simply a matter of doing what you do best and not worrying about what another person is doing. God hates comparison because it takes the focus off Him and puts it on self. He regards comparison as foolishness because every human is born unique; no one is made like the other. This is your day.

Wisdom Fountain: "Comparison is the thief of joy."
Prayer: Lord, Your Word says I am fearfully and wonderfully made, and I choose to root my identity in that truth. I therefore silence every lie that whispers I am falling behind or that I am not enough. I ask for strength to celebrate the victories of others without questioning my own journey. Fill me with contentment, knowing that You are a good Father who provides exactly what I need, exactly when I need it in Jesus’ name.

Daily Guideposts.
June 23,2026 the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ ,and the love of God ,and the communion of the Holy Ghost be With you all .Amen -2Corinthians 13:14. I haven’t lived fully until I’ve had what I call “creative thought.”.
this surprising way of thinking can Startle me with its clarity ,as happened one winter morning . I sat before dawn reading my Bible , three lit candles on the hearth representing the Trinity of God -Father ,Son,and Holy Spirit .One candle was about to burn down ,and I put it out .As I stared at the remaining two , I thought ,if I had to to choose only two of the three -Father Son,and Holy Spirit -whom would I leave out ? I considered Jesus -the Son -and His presence in my life as Savior and Friend .The One who died to forgive sob .Who rose from the grave to show the power of life over death .Who promised to “prepare a place “in heaven for me . I contemplated the Father -Creator and Sustainer of all life and beauty in the world .The One who loved His creation that He sent the Son to redeem it .Who is filled with such holiness and light that not darkness can touch Him I dwelt on the Holy Spirit -Counselt and Comforter -the One living in me because of my faith in Jesus .The One Jesus promised to us when He said He would not leave his followers “as orphans “after He was no longer physically present on earth . There was no way I could subtract from God .I felt new love and joy for the Trinity , and for Jesus’s words :”But the Helped , the Holy Spirit whom the Father will send in My name ,He will teach you all things (John 14:26)-Carol Knapp