The Life Devotional

“For as he thinks in his heart, so is he.”

Go Deeper — How have you responded to life’s situations today? Are you allowing negative critical thinking to taint how you see life? Refocus your attention to Christ. Ask Him for his perspective. Give thanks in all things.

Read Further — Here is a way you can be more grateful in your prayers and improve your outlook.

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“Those who guard their lips preserve their lives, but those who speak rashly will come to ruin.”

Go Deeper — Has your mouth ever gotten you in trouble? If so, pray that God would engrave the words of today’s verse on your heart so that everything you say can bring joy to Him and others.

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“There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him: … a lying tongue … a false witness who pours out lies…”

Go Deeper — When you are tempted to lie, ask yourself who you are deceiving. Recognize that God, who sees and knows all and who will ultimately be your Judge, is never convinced by your lies.

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“As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.”

Go Deeper — The next time someone criticizes you, do not become immediately defensive. Consider what is said, and then quietly ask God to show you what to do.

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“The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.”

Go Deeper — Read James, Chapter 3. Write down everything you learn about the tongue and wisdom.

Read Further — How to be a praying wife.

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“There are three things that are too amazing for me, four that I do not understand: the way of an eagle in the sky, the way of a snake on a rock, the way of a ship on the high seas, and the way of a man with a young woman.”

Go Deeper — Think about the mysteries in your life when you were six, sixteen, and now. Has God, in His wisdom and timing, answered any of them through revelation or experience?

Read Further — Here are ten common spiritual questions and their answers.

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“Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.”

Go Deeper — Keep your eyes open in your community, and when you see a need, meet it if you can.

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“If in Christ we have hope in this life only, we are of all people most to be pitied.”

Go Deeper — In times of tragedy, look for God’s people to show up. We are not meant to face these things alone. If you need someone to talk with during your tragedy, or want to know how to better help someone who is going through one, our free confidential online mentors are willing to contact you.

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“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”

Go Deeper — What is God requiring of you lately that you find difficult to obey? Trust that what God is asking of you is for your good, and obey Him today. If it feels too hard for you, speak to someone who will help you through prayers and words of encouragement, such as one of our free online mentors.

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“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go. I will counsel you with my eyes on you.”

Go Deeper — Write down some of the “rules” you believe Christians should follow. Discuss them with a mature believer to make sure they are biblically based, and then ask them to help keep you accountable.

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