What's the word that opens the door and draws you closer to God?  Well it can be one word or many more.  It's PRAISE.  Today's reading tells us more about the power of praise.

Today's reading is from Psalm 89:15 (MSG), "Blessed are the people who know the passwords of praise."

Additional Scripture:  2 Chronicles 20:22-23 (CEV), Hebrews 13:15, and Nehemiah 8:10

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So, what are the characteristics of my vision?  Today's final reading in this series gives us three answers to this question.

Today's reading is from Proverbs 29:18, "Where there is no vision, the people perish."

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There are times when our "vision" is just not aligned with God's vision for our lives.  We may have certain beliefs about ourselves and others that we hold on to.  We may have a storyline that we play out which is contrary to God's Word and His plan.  That's why we must seek God through study and prayer.  History has shown us time and again how people -- Christian people -- have gotten it WRONG.  In today's reading we learn about such an instance involving Peter.

Today's reading is from Acts 10:3 (NKJV), "He saw clearly in a vision an angel of God coming in and saying to him, 'Cornelius!'"

Additional scripture:  Matthew 24:14 (NKJ)

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We might think it's a small thing.  Can you think of a time when someone said just a word or two and it made your day, or it was what you needed to make a positive change?  There are times when our contribution may seem small but the impact is GREAT.  In today's reading, we learn how God used someone others may have overlooked to play a key role in His plan.  

Today's reading is from Acts 9:10 (NKJV), "To him the Lord said in a vision."

Additional scripture:  Acts 9:11-19 (NKJV)

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Planning is necessary -- whether related to your daily schedule or life's goals.  We all make plans.  But how often do we make plans without consulting God, seeking HIS will?  Do we leave space for God's guidance?  Today's reading continues this topic to help us grow in this area.

Today's reading is from Acts 9:6 (NKJV), "Lord, what do You want me to do?"

Additional scripture:  Acts 9:3-6 and 26:19 (NKJV), Hosea 5:11 (NKJV), and 1 John 5:14 (NKJV)

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It's easy to get caught up in our BUSY-ness, our projects, our obligations, our work.  I've been there many, many times.  Oh, yes!  But how are things at home? (That's a question for you to answer for you.)  Unsure?  Ask God to show you.  

Today's reading is from Psalm 101:2 (MSG), "I'm doing the very best I can . . . at home, where it counts."

Additional scripture:  2 Samuel 12:10, 15:30, and 18:33 (NKJV), 1 Kings 1:4-66 (NAS)

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Criticism.  There have many times when I've overheard things people said about me I wish I had not heard.  There have also been times when I heard something I was happy to hear.  Truth:  Criticism and judgment can hurt, but there are moments when that little kernel of truth (if present) can be something that helps.  We should always ask for discernment and clarity. 

Today's reading is from Judges 7:11 (NIV) "Listen . . . you will be encouraged!"

Additional scripture:  Judges 6:16 and 7:10-15 (NIV), Psalm 127:1

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The reasons for your discontent?  There could be a few.  Let's listen today to three that are highlighted by the devotional writer.

Today's reading is from Jeremiah 2:13 (NLT), "They have dug . . . cracked cisterns that can hold no water at all!"

Additional scripture:  Romans 12:4-6 (MSG), 12:15 (NIV)

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You're in a time of testing.  Honestly, that's not a sentence that evokes joy . . . but maybe it should.  In school, who really looked forward to tests and exams?  Okay, there was probably that one person.  But I wonder if they were more excited by the possibility of learning or the prospect of showing others how much they knew.  Not sure.  Still, let's think of the test as what builds and strengthens us -- what prepares us and serves us best for years to come.  

Today's reading is from Psalm 105:19 (CEV), "Joseph remained a slave until his own words had come true, and the Lord had finished testing him."

Additional scripture:  Psalm 84:11 (NKJV) and Luke 2:52 (NIV)

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