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High Up
Tuesday, November 14 High Up Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me. John 14:6 Sometimes life is a bit like an unknown jungle or a maze! In the jungle, there are tall trees rising up out of heavy undergrowth, interspersed with […]
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Don’t Give Up on God
Monday, November 13 Don’t Give Up on God Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. 2 Corinthians 4:16 Life often presents us with challenges and situations that require us to make tough decisions. Letting go is a tough decision. There are […]
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The Importance of Like-minded Believers
Friday, November 10 The Importance of Like-minded Believers Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah were four of the young men chosen, all from the tribe of Judah. Daniel 1:6 In times of exile, whether literal or metaphorical, having like-minded believers around you is essential. They understand your convictions, share your faith, and support your spiritual journey. […]
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The Influence of Community
Thursday, November 9 The Influence of Community Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah were four of the young men chosen, all from the tribe of Judah. Daniel 1:6 In the life of Daniel and his friends, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, we find a profound example of the influence of community, particularly in the midst of exile. […]
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Unfailing Faith
Wednesday, November 8 Unfailing Faith But Daniel was determined not to defile himself by eating the food and wine given to them by the king. He asked the chief of staff for permission not to eat these unacceptable foods. Daniel 1:8 Throughout their exile, Daniel and his friends demonstrated unwavering faith. They held onto their […]
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Finding God in Exile
Tuesday, November 7 Finding God in Exile During the third year of King Jehoiakim’s reign in Judah, King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon came to Jerusalem and besieged it. Daniel 1:1 The story of Daniel provides profound lessons on how God remains in control, even in exile. Daniel and his fellow Israelites were separated from God and […]
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Embracing True Self with God
Monday, November 6 Embracing True Self with God He reveals deep and mysterious things and knows what lies hidden in the darkness, though he is surrounded by light. Daniel 2:22 When we reflect on ourselves, it’s often through a lens tainted by our own biases and imperfections. We tend to avoid admitting our wrongs or […]
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Boasting in the Lord, Part II
Friday, November 3 Boasting in the Lord, Part II Therefore, as the Scriptures say, “If you want to boast, boast only about the LORD.” 1 Corinthians 1:31 In a world that often encourages self-promotion and the pursuit of personal glory, the wisdom of the Scriptures reminds us to boast, not in ourselves, but in the […]