Open the door to joy and step into the presence of God where all the things of this world fade out and become dim.  The Glory of the Lord shines so brightly that all else is insignificant.  The Bible says that the joy of the Lord is our strength for our lives on earth.  As we praise God and give thanks for all His good and faithful works in our lives, and for giving us eternal life through His Son, Jesus, we enter the place of rest and joy unspeakable.  In His Presence is fullness of joy.  So...
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Jesus is the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world.  How did He do that?  The Gospels tell the historical story of Jesus' death and resurrection.  The Lamb was slain although He was innocent.  The guilt of our sins was laid on Him as Isaiah 53 describes the suffering of Jesus in detail.  What does that mean for us today?  We have an opportunity to have eternal life and have peace with God in spite of our sins.  There is no sin in heaven, but Jesus died so we could be set free from ...
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When people let you down, look up.  Let the Lord be your Comforter.  Sometimes our close friends turn on us.  Sometimes people we depended on are no longer there for us.  Then the fellowship we once enjoyed becomes a sour taste in our mouths.  Our deliverance and honor comes from God alone, so trust in Him at all times.  Pour out your heart to the One who understands you and listens to you patiently.  "I wait quietly before God for my hope is in Him.  He is my solid Rock ... therefore I will ...
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Ignorance of sin is not bliss.  Denying our sins doesn't make us innocent.  Even unintentional sin required a sacrifice for forgiveness under the Old Covenant.  Sin is sin.  Acknowledge sin and ask God to forgive you, and He will.  We can't live by our own standards and prosper.  If God's standards become our guide and we follow His Word obediently, then we will be blessed and prosperous.  Walk in the Spirit and in love and your life won't be controlled by your flesh.  Jesus gives us His righ...

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We should thank God for His many wonderful blessings and faithfulness.  "Even though our hearts are filled with sins, God will forgive them all.  What joy awaits those who choose to draw near to Him, who live in the Holy Place."  Psalm 65:3  Count your blessings!  God's presence is near to those who run to Him.  Sing for joy in the shadow of His protecting wings.  This is a place of safety and security, in His arms of love.
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Lifes ups n downs and all arounds require a strong foundation with the One who created us as joy turns to sorrow and mourning back to joy then days that are mellow and uneventful, but still the One who watches over you deserves your praise as you entrust explicitly your life into His hands. Want stability?  security?  peace?   God provides all things as our Creator and loving Father.  By faith we trust the love and power, the grace and mercy He extends to us so that we are building our houses...
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