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HEAR Journaling -  Matthew Chapter 11

Highlight – Matthew 11 New Living Translation

Jesus’ Prayer of Thanksgiving

25 At that time Jesus prayed this prayer: “O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, thank you for hiding these things from those who think themselves wise and clever, and for revealing them to the childlike. 26 Yes, Father, it pleased you to do it this way! 27 “My Father has entrusted everything to me. No one truly knows the Son except the Father, and no one truly knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.” 28 Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.29 Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.”

Explain – Jesus prayed a prayer thanking God the Father for hiding Truth from the wise and cleaver while revealing Truth to the childlike. Jesus invited all who are weary and heavy burdened to come to Him, that He would give them rest.  He promised to teach those that would come and they would find rest for their souls. He says that His yoke is easy to bear with a light burden.

Apply  - Why does life seem hard and burdensome when Jesus promised that His burden is light? Once we have surrendered our life to Jesus,  He does indeed teach us His ways and His burden is light because He shares our burdens. He provides peace and harmony despite our circumstances.  We must be cautious that we do not burden ourselves with anything that God would not have us do or to concern ourselves with.  His burdens are light, but we can overload ourselves with things that are not for us, bogging us down and taking our eyes off Him.  Take some time to talk to the Lord about Your burdens and seek His guidance.

2 Corinthians 6:14 ESV Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?

Galatians 5:1 ESV For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery.

Proverbs 3:5-8 ESV Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. 6 In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. 7 Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil. 8 It will be healing to your flesh[b]  and refreshment[c] to your bones.

Philippians 4:13 ESV I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

Respond – Lord, help me focus on the things that You want me to focus on.  I strive to abide in You as You abide in me, following You faithfully and obediently.  Thank You for the harmony and peace that I can experience in all circumstances.  I pray for those that are adrift without You, may they seek, find, and abide in You.  Amen.

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HEAR Journaling -  Matthew Chapter 10

Highlight – Matthew 10:16-20 New Living Translation

Jesus Sends Out the Twelve Apostles

16 “Look, I am sending you out as sheep among wolves. So be as shrewd as snakes and harmless as doves. 17 But beware! For you will be handed over to the courts and will be flogged with whips in the synagogues. 18 You will stand trial before governors and kings because you are my followers. But this will be your opportunity to tell the rulers and other unbelievers about me.[e] 19 When you are arrested, don’t worry about how to respond or what to say. God will give you the right words at the right time. 20 For it is not you who will be speaking—it will be the Spirit of your Father speaking through you.

Explain – Matthew Chapter 10 begins with a list of the disciples in verses 2-4 and followed with the instructions and warnings that Jesus gave His disciples before sending them out two by two.  Verses 16-20 has a caution; He says that they were being sent out as sheep among the wolves.  They were to be shrewd as snakes and harmless as doves. They were told that some will stand trial and be whipped and flogged.  They were to use the opportunity to share the Gospel with rulers and other unbelievers.  Jesus said not to worry as the Holy Spirit of God would tell them what to say when the time was right.  Note that even Judas Iscariot who would betray Jesus was among the twelve that had been called for this work.

Apply – God had a mighty calling for the disciples.  It is easy to understand how anxious the disciples may have been under these circumstances.  We must realize that every believer has a calling on their life.  We must seek Him, abide in Him and with Him so that we can effectively serve in the calling He has for us.  We too must rely on the Holy Spirit to lead us, to provide the wisdom, knowledge, understanding, and instruction that we need to be successful.

Jeremiah 1:5 ESV “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born, I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations.”

2 Peter 1:10-11 ESV Therefore, brothers, be all the more diligent to confirm your calling and election, for if you practice these qualities you will never fall. For in this way there will be richly provided for you an entrance into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

2 Timothy 1:9 ESV Who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began,

Acts 2:38-39 ESV And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to himself.”

Respond - Lord help me to be all that I can be in You, a worthy and effective servant for Your good works.  I strive to follow You faithfully and apply Your wisdom, knowledge, understanding and instruction as You direct.  In Jesus name, Amen.

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HEAR Journaling - Matthew Chapter 9

Highlight – Matthew 9:1-8 New Living Translation

Jesus Heals a Paralyzed Man

1 Jesus climbed into a boat and went back across the lake to his own town. 2 Some people brought to him a paralyzed man on a mat. Seeing their faith, Jesus said to the paralyzed man, “Be encouraged, my child! Your sins are forgiven.” 3 But some of the teachers of religious law said to themselves, “That’s blasphemy! Does he think he’s God?” 4 Jesus knew[a] what they were thinking, so he asked them, “Why do you have such evil thoughts in your hearts?5 Is it easier to say ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or ‘Stand up and walk’? 6 So I will prove to you that the Son of Man[b]has the authority on earth to forgive sins.” Then Jesus turned to the paralyzed man and said, “Stand up, pick up your mat, and go home!” 7 And the man jumped up and went home! 8 Fear swept through the crowd as they saw this happen. And they praised God for giving humans such authority.

Explain – When Jesus spoke saying the paralyzed man’s sins had been forgiven, some teachers of religious law said to themselves that Jesus was speaking blasphemy, thinking that Jesus was posing as God.  Jesus knew their thoughts and challenged th em about the evil thoughts in their hearts.  Jesus proved His power by healing the paralyzed man.  

The NLT says that “Fear” swept through the crowd as they say that happen.  The KJV says it more clearly:

Matthew 9:8 KJV But when the multitudes saw it, they marvelled, and glorified God,

 which had given such power unto men.

The crowd marveled at the healing.  at Jesus demonstrated the Truth to the entire crowd including the mocking religious skeptics.

Apply - We have skeptics today as well.  Self-proclaimed religious leaders that deny the power of God, the three in One.  Jesus sees their hearts as well and will deal with them in His own time.  We must be alert and strictly follow the Holy Spirit who gives discernment so that we are not drawn away by the deception of false doctrines.

Matthew 7:21-23 ESV  

Titus 1:16 ESV 

Jude 1:17-19 ESV 
Romans 16:17-18 ESV I appeal to you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and create obstacles contrary to the doctrine that you have been taught; avoid them. For such persons do not serve our Lord Christ, but their own appetites, and by smooth talk and flattery they deceive the hearts of the naive.

2 Timothy 4:3-4 ESV For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions, and will turn away from listening to the truth and wander off into myths.

1 John 4:1 ESV Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, for many false prophets have gone out into the world.

Respond – Lord, I rededicate my life to You.  I strive to follow You, Holy Spirit, faithfully and obediently.  Please provide discernment to recognize false information and ungodly sources.  I pray for those that do not know You, Lord, that they will seek and find You today.  Amen.

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HEAR Journaling -  Matthew Chapter 8

Highlight – Matthew 8:23-27 New Living Translation

Jesus Calms the Storm

23 Then Jesus got into the boat and started across the lake with his disciples. 24 Suddenly, a fierce storm struck the lake, with waves breaking into the boat. But Jesus was sleeping. 25 The disciples went and woke him up, shouting, “Lord, save us! We’re going to drown!” 26 Jesus responded, “Why are you afraid? You have so little faith!” Then he got up and rebuked the wind and waves, and suddenly there was a great calm. 27 The disciples were amazed. “Who is this man?” they asked. “Even the winds and waves obey him!”

Explain – This account in Matthew Chapter eight tells of Jesus and the disciples crossing the lake and a storm came up scaring the disciples, noting that Jesus was asleep.  Many of the disciples were fishermen, men that would be accustomed to a boat in bad weather, but these hardy men were afraid for their lives.  The disciples went to Jesus in their despair, and Jesus calmed the wind and waves.  They were amazed that He was able to command the wind and waves.  So why did they wake Jesus?

Apply – We can learn from this that no matter what life brings us, no matter what our circumstances, we should turn to Jesus.  Jesus will know just what to do, He can tell us what we need to do.  Above all, we need not be afraid in any circumstance.

Isaiah 41:10 ESV Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

2 Timothy 1:7 ESV For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.

1 John 4:18 ESV There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.

Psalm 23:4 ESV Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

Philippians 4:6-7 ESV Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Respond- Lord, thank You for my salvation, for Your perpetual care for me in all situations.  Help me Lord to rely on You, to never fear, but to abide in You as You abide in me forever.  I pray for those that are in anxious fear, may they find refuge in You today.  Amen.

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HEAR Journaling -  Matthew Chapter 7

Highlight – Matthew 7: 1-6 New Living Translation

Do Not Judge Others

7 “Do not judge others, and you will not be judged. 2 For you will be treated as you treat others.[a] The standard you use in judging is the standard by which you will be judged.[b]

3 “And why worry about a speck in your friend’s eye[c] when you have a log in your own? 4 How can you think of saying to your friend,[d] ‘Let me help you get rid of that speck in your eye,’ when you can’t see past the log in your own eye? 5 Hypocrite! First get rid of the log in your own eye; then you will see well enough to deal with the speck in your friend’s eye.

6 “Don’t waste what is holy on people who are unholy.[e] Don’t throw your pearls to pigs! They will trample the pearls, then turn and attack you.

Explain – Jesus explained much about our relationships with other people.  We must not judge as we will be measured by the standard that we judge others.  We should not waste our time trying to impart wisdom to unholy people using our own wisdom.  We must rely on the Holy Spirit to impart wisdom for us and His guidance to share when His time is right.

Apply – We need to confirm that the Lord is indeed our master, that our desire is to serve Him completely and fully in all our ways.  We must follow the Holy Spirit’s direction, not judge others by our own understanding, but seek His wisdom and share His wisdom to uplift and encourage.  We must walk carefully to ensure the Lord is leading us to share, not relying on our own understanding to evangelizing the unholy without God’s blessing.

James 4:11-12 ESV Do not speak evil against one another, brothers. The one who speaks against a brother or judges his brother, speaks evil against the law and judges the law. But if you judge the law, you are not a doer of the law but a judge. There is only one lawgiver and judge, he who is able to save and to destroy. But who are you to judge your neighbor?

Titus 3:2 ESV 2 to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people.

Romans 2:1-3 ESV Therefore you have no excuse, O man, every one of you who judges. For in passing judgment on another you condemn yourself, because you, the judge, practice the very same things. We know that the judgment of God rightly falls on those who practice such things. Do you suppose, O man—you who judge those who practice such things and yet do them yourself—that you will escape the judgment of God?

Ephesians 4:29 ESV Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.

Respond- Lord, thank You for your guiding hand.  Help me Lord to encourage and build up others, to never judge anyone based on my understanding.  Help me Lord have the wisdom to follow You and not my own understanding, to willingly share Your Gospel to those that You direct me to, but to also know when to hold my tongue.  I pray for those that do not know You, that they will be drawn to seek You, today.  Amen.

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HEAR Journaling -  Matthew Chapter 6

Highlight – Matthew 6:19-24 New Living Translation

Teaching about Money and Possessions

19 “Don’t store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. 21 Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.22 “Your eye is like a lamp that provides light for your body. When your eye is healthy, your whole body is filled with light. 23 But when your eye is unhealthy, your whole body is filled with darkness. And if the light you think you have is actually darkness, how deep that darkness is! 24 “No one can serve two masters. For you will hate one and love the other; you will be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and be enslaved to money.

Explain – Jesus explained that people must store their treasures in heaven.  He said that where people store up treasure reflects the desires of their hearts.  No one can serve two masters.  Believers must serve Him fully and completely in all their ways.

Apply – We need to confirm that the Lord is indeed our master, that our desire is to serve Him completely and fully in all our ways and not rely on worldly treasure.  We must remove anything in our lives that will hinder our relationship with the Lord, any idol, be it money, power, fame, prestige, etc.

Matthew 13:44 ESV “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up. Then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field.

1 Timothy 6:17-19 ESV As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy. They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, thus storing up treasure for themselves as a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.

Luke 6:38 ESV Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.”

1 Timothy 6:10 ESV For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs.

Malachi 3:10 ESV Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need.

Respond- Lord, thank You for the wonderful life that I have in You.  I strive to follow You faithfully and obediently in all things including giving as You direct.  I take joy in sharing as a faithful servant, Lord.  You are my Lord, if there is anything between You and me, Lord, show me what I must do to make my life fully and completely right with You.  I pray for others that may have misplaced priorities, help them Lord to see Your Truth and follow You completely and obediently.  Amen.

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HEAR Journaling -  Matthew Chapter 5

Highlight – Matthew 5:11-12 New Living Translation

11 “God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you and say all sorts of evil things against you because you are my followers. 12 Be happy about it! Be very glad! For a great reward awaits you in heaven. And remember, the ancient prophets were persecuted in the same way.     

Explain – There is a lot that I could cover in Matthew Chapter 5.  Jesus first taught on the beatitudes and His conclusion is verses 11 & 12.  He explains that His followers will be persecuted because they are followers of Him.  He said to be happy and glad because a great reward awaits His believers and followers in heaven.

Apply – We can expect that the world will not appreciate followers of Christ now and into the future, until Christ’s return.  We should seek the joy and peace that is only possible through the Holy Spirit.  He will provide joy to His obedient faithful followers.

Romans 15:13 ESV May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.

Romans 12:12 ESV Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.

Romans 14:17 ESV For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.

Galatians 5:22-23 ESV But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 ESV Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

Respond- Lord, thank You for the fruit of the Spirit that I experience.  I strive to seek You daily, to follow You obediently and faithfully.  I pray for those that do not know You as their savior will seek and find You, and follow You through eternity.  Amen.

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HEAR Journaling -  Matthew Chapter 4

Highlight – Matthew 4:1-11 New Living Translation

The Temptation of Jesus

1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted there by the devil. 

2 For forty days and forty nights he fasted and became very hungry.

3 During that time the devil[a] came and said to him, “If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become loaves of bread.”

4 But Jesus told him, “No! The Scriptures say, ‘People do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’[b]”

5 Then the devil took him to the holy city, Jerusalem, to the highest point of the Temple, 

6 and said, “If you are the Son of God, jump off! For the Scriptures say, ‘He will order his angels to protect you. And they will hold you up with their hands so you won’t even hurt your foot on a stone.’[c]”

7 Jesus responded, “The Scriptures also say, ‘You must not test the Lord your God.’[d]”

8 Next the devil took him to the peak of a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory. 

9 “I will give it all to you,” he said, “if you will kneel down and worship me.”

10 “Get out of here, Satan,” Jesus told him. “For the Scriptures say, ‘You must worship the Lord your God and serve only him.’[e]”

11 Then the devil went away, and angels came and took care of Jesus.

Explain – Jesus was led by the Holy Spirit to the wilderness for forty days and nights fasting.  After the forty days of fasting He was tempted by Satan three times where Jesus countered the temptation with scripture.  Afterward the devil, Satan, went away and some angels came and took care of Jesus.

Apply – We can learn from this; we must follow the Holy Spirit wherever He leads us.  Should we ever be confronted with temptation we know we can counter that temptation with scripture, the Word of God.  Satan wants to stop us any way he can, but if we trust the Lord with all our hears, submit fully to the Lord, the devil will flee and the Holy Spirit will always show us a way of escape.

James 4:7 ESV Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

1 Peter 5:8-9 ESV Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world.

1 Corinthians 10:13 ESV No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.

James 1:2-4 ESV Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.

Respond- Lord, thank You for my salvation and Your Truth.  Help me Lord to effectively apply Your Holy Word, the sword of the Spirit, to fend off all spiritual adversaries.  I trust You Lord, I strive to seek You daily, to follow You obediently and faithfully.  I pray for those that do not know You as their savior will seek and find You, and follow You through eternity.  Amen.

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HEAR Journaling -  Matthew Chapter 3

Highlight – Matthew 3:13-17 New Living Translation

The Baptism of Jesus

13 Then Jesus went from Galilee to the Jordan River to be baptized by John. 

14 But John tried to talk him out of it. “I am the one who needs to be baptized by you,” he said, “so why are you coming to me?”

15 But Jesus said, “It should be done, for we must carry out all that God requires.[f]” So John agreed to baptize him.

16 After his baptism, as Jesus came up out of the water, the heavens were opened[g] and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and settling on him. 

17 And a voice from heaven said, “This is my dearly loved Son, who brings me great joy.”

Explain – We can see the Godhead in Matthew Chapter 3, where Jesus is baptized by John the Baptist.  Jesus comes out of the water and the Holy Spirit descends on Him, the God the Father speaks from heaven saying “This is my dearly loved Son, who brings me great joy.”

Apply – It is a difficult concept, one God consisting of three different persons.  Some things are far beyond our understanding, so we must believe them by faith because God has told us.

Some people think they must fully understand God before than can accept Him.  The same people will use a microwave oven, trusting it will deliver some fresh popped popcorn, but do not fully understand how it works.  

The same people will listen to a surgeon explain the procedure that they are about to undergo, and will submit to the surgery without fully comprehending just what is being done.

We trust airplane pilots, news reporters, teachers, etc… so why do some refuse to trust the one and only true God that created it all?

Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.

Jeremiah 17:7-8 ESV “Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit.”

Psalm 20:7 ESV Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.

James 1:6 ESV But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind.

Respond- Lord, thank You for my salvation.  I trust You Lord, I strive to seek You daily, to follow You obediently and faithfully.  I pray for those that do not know You as their savior will seek and find You, and follow You through eternity.  Amen.

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HEAR Journaling -  Matthew Chapter 2

Highlight – Matthew 2:1-2 New Living Translation

Visitors from the East

1 Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the reign of King Herod. About that time some wise men[a] from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, 2 “Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw his star as it rose,[b]and we have come to worship him.”

Explain – The birth of the Messiah, the king of the Jews, was prophesied to be in the town of Bethlehem.  

Micah 5:2 NLV 2 [b]But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, are only a small village among all the people of Judah. Yet a ruler of Israel, whose origins are in the distant past, will come from you on my behalf.

The wise men from eastern lands were following the signs and were seeking the Messiah, the king of the Jews, to worship Him.

Apply – We should learn to seek Him, as wise people today seek Him too.

Jeremiah 29:13 ESV 13 You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart. 

For thus says the LORD to the house of Israel, “Seek Me that you may live. 

Psalm 105:3-4 ESV 3 Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice! 4 Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually!

Psalm 34:4-5 ESV 4 I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears. 5 Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed.

Proverbs 28:5 ESV 5 Evil men do not understand justice, but those who seek the Lord

understand it completely.

Psalm 34:10 ESV 10 The young lions suffer want and hunger; but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing.

Psalm 63:1 ESV O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water.

Respond- Lord, thank You for my salvation, for this awesome relationship that I share with You.  I strive to seek You daily, to follow You obediently and faithfully.  I pray for those that do not know You as their savior will seek and find You, and follow You through eternity.  Amen.

REPLICATE Ministries, What is a HEAR  Journal?

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HEAR Journaling Method

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