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2 Deaths Precious in the Sight of the LORD
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Family History, Heaven, Help for the Hurting, Hope
Death is a grievous thing, but for the believer it will be a glorious thing. It is precious in the sight of the LORD for we will see Him and finally be home.
God’s Work, God’s Way: A Guide for Successful Ministry
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Faith, God’s Power, Holy Spirit, Prayer
God’s work can only be done in God’s power by faith! Sometimes we get sloppy in ministry. That’s when we have to get back to the basics.
They Saw No One But Jesus: An Important Family Policy
By Sandra Sheridan | | Family Life, Knowing God, Salvation, Transforming the Mind
Peter attended Jesus' transfiguration, but he got sidetracked. After God spoke, the men fell and when they got up they saw no one but Jesus.
Take Up Your Cross – Trusting God When Life Gets Hard
By Sandra Sheridan | | Comfort, Discipleship, Faith
There may be difficult days you don't understand, but take up your cross and follow Jesus. Trust the One Who knows what he is doing.
Be Still And Know That I Am God
By Sandra Sheridan | | Family Life, Knowing God, Meditation, Transforming the Mind
Jesus's disciple, Peter, had many quiet hours with Jesus and God revealed Jesus's identity to Him. God also calls us, "Be still and know I am God."
An Important Warning – Learning From Jesus’ Disciples
By Sandra Sheridan | | Discipleship, Encouragement, Transforming the Mind, Wisdom for Living
In what ways do we need to think less of our temporal needs in order to hear and respond to the important warning in God’s words?
A Prayer Inspiration
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Faith, Prayer, Prayer
George Mueller is a hero of mine. From the time I was a young girl I was impressed with the faith of this man of God and loved any story I heard about his prayers and the answers he received. The other day I read yet another story in L. B. E. Cowman's Streams in the Desert that thrilled me. I want to share it as written in the devotional.
Two Powerful Prayer Partners
By Sandra Sheridan | | Family Life, Help for the Hurting, Holy Spirit, Hope, Prayer, Prayer, Wisdom for Living
While reading about the armor of God last week in Ephesians 6, I was impressed with the importance of praying constantly for our brothers and sisters in Christ. We should continually be on the alert for the devil's schemes, not only for ourselves, but for our family members in the Lord. Though we are not always aware of the temptations each person faces, we must consistently bring them before the Lord asking Him to "lead them not into temptation but deliver them from the evil one."
All That Glitters is Not Gold
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement, Hope, Wisdom for Living
People often come across in one way or another. The outward appearance lends itself to a belief about their personality and character that may or may not be true. What we see on the outside can be deceiving and is often a mask to cover up what is truly going on inside.
Who’s Really Blind?
By Sandra Sheridan | | Encouragement
The glaring sun pointed angry fingers at the well-dressed men emerging from the synagogue. Each one raised a hand to his turbaned brow as a shield from its penetrating beams while straining to see the approaching crowd.
A Favorite Bible Verse
By Sandra Sheridan | | Hope, Wisdom for Living
This is one of my favorite Bible verses. I always get a thrill when I read this story. The Pharisees had been hounding Jesus, plying Him with questions, and trying to trap Him in His words. Yet when He spoke the truth they refused to believe and continued to twist what He was saying.
What Are Your Big Rocks?
By Sandra Sheridan | | Auction, Encouragement, Heaven, Marriage
Last week I listened to motivational speaker and auctioneer, Thomas
"Spanky" Assiter speak about how to grow your business. He spoke about being a "champion" in your avenue of work. "A champion is the best in the world in whatever he does. Society rewards those who are #1 and this is the place that anyone should strive to be." These are the words that he used to motivate us to affirm, visualize, and believe that we can be the champion within our sphere of influence.