Word By Mail
Dave Shepardson
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Join Pastor Dave in prayer and Interaction with God using just God's Word. Grab a Bible if you can (NLT version), or DOWNLOAD our Word-By-Mail phone app to follow along in the NLT Bible there.
Learn to really meet with God, and hear from God, using just His Word.
Pastor Dave has been teaching people how to apply the Bible to their lives for real transformation for 30 years. You’ll be blessed to do these daily devotions with him.
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May 24, 2023
Journal - Knowledge of God's Will - wk15
Pastor Dave talks through this verse, prays through it with you, then walks you through applying and responding to this verse for your own life. All in 8 minutes.
Colossians 1:9 (NLT) . . We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding.
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May 17, 2023
Journal - I Will Not Be Moved - wk15
Wait silently before God and trust in him alone. He, alone, is our Refuge, our Shelter, our Fortress. When you do this, you will be able to say, "In you alone, God, I will not be moved."
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Feb 26, 2023
Prayer - Fortress - 1 min
Spend a minute this morning in prayer from Psalm 59:16. An encouraging way to begin your day.
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Feb 22, 2023
Prayer - For Today - 3 min
Join Daisy as she shares her heart for the Alone With God journal and prays a prayer of thanksgiving.
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Feb 21, 2023
Journal - Healing - wk08
As Christians, we are the beloved children of God, and we always have direct access to the Creator of the Universe at any time of the day. His infinite power, wisdom, and love are available to us, and he hears us the moment we pray. Join Daisy as she invites you to focus on 2 Chronicles 7:14 in this journal guide.
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Feb 17, 2023
Journal - Satisfied - wk07
This world seems to have an overwhelming number of solutions for our problems. But Jesus simplifies our choices. No worldly temptation or distraction can satisfy us in the way he can because his satisfaction is eternal. Join Daisy as she invites you to focus on John 10:10 in this journal guide.
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Feb 16, 2023
Devo - God Seeks The Broken - 3 min
Have you been broken by the world you were born into? Maybe you have somehow been crippled by decisions you have made, or maybe from the decisions of others. If that is you today - God is seeking you. Pastor Dave brings hope to us from a message titled "Carried to The Table." Watch these 3 minutes and know God has already prepared a way to carry you to his table.
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Feb 14, 2023
Prayer - Rejoice - 1 min
Spend a minute in prayer with Daisy rejoicing in the Lord from Psalm 30:5
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Feb 13, 2023
Journal - Temptation - wk07
Jesus spent forty days and nights in the desert and then was tempted, yet did not sin. As humans, we are all tempted, and it seems the enemy knows how to lure us away from God in our most desperate moments. Join Daisy in this Journal Guide as she reflects on Matthew 4:1-11.
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Feb 10, 2023
Journal - Let Your Light Shine - wk06
As Christ-followers, God gives us the power to live a life of victory through the Holy Spirit. We are to be obedient in reflecting the light of Jesus to those around us, and allow others who may be different to let their light shine for the glory of God as well. Join Daisy in this journal guide as she invites you to meditate on this verse from Matthew 5:16.
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Feb 9, 2023
Prayer - Peace - 1 min
Spend a minute with Daisy in prayer reflecting on peace using John 16:33.
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Feb 8, 2023
Journal - The Holy Spirit - wk06
Jesus tells us the Holy Spirit is his representative, and as such, he leads us into all truth. He is also the Person of the Godhead that lives within us, bringing us peace of mind and heart. Join Pastor Dave as he walks through the Daily Journal page of your Alone With God journal, focused on John 14:25-28.
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Feb 8, 2023
Journal Overview - 1 Min
Pastor Dave shares the Alone With God daily journal, showing you what it looks like and how it works, including the audio guides.
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Feb 7, 2023
Devo - Transform Your Life - 1 min
It is in our time Alone With God that we become transformed as we listen and respond to what the Holy Spirit impresses on our hearts through God's Living Word. Pastor Dave brings encouragement in this 1 min clip from the Alone With God series.
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Watch the series here: https://wordbymail.com/alone-with-god
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Feb 6, 2023
Journal - God's Love is Forever - wk06
As humans, no matter how hard we try, we eventually let people down. It's just who we are as humans. But God never lets us down. He knows us to our very core, and he doesn't abandon us no matter how messy or chaotic our lives get. There is no limit to his love. Join Daisy as she invites you to meditate on Isaiah 54:10 today.
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Feb 3, 2023
Journal - Free From The Old You - wk05
Our sin can make us feel enslaved and overshadowed by this dark entity. But when Jesus saves us, he calls us to a new life and a new purpose, and he gives us a new identity. In that identity, we are free from the past and any condemnation of the old identity. Join Daisy as she invites you to reflect on Romans 8:1-2 today.
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Feb 1, 2023
Journal - Who Is Jesus Christ? - wk05
Jesus asked his disciples at Caesarea Philippi who the world says he is. Then he asked, "Who do you say I am?" Who we believe Jesus is, truly, and what authority we believe he has in our lives will determine everything about our relationship with him. Walk with Pastor Dave through this journal guide zeroing in on Matthew 16:15.
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Jan 30, 2023
Journal - Pleasing God - wk05
What was it about Jesus being baptized that pleased God so much? And why did Jesus get baptized in the first place? Join Daisy as she invites you to meditate on Matthew 3:16-17 today.
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Jan 27, 2023
Journal - Fresh Start - wk04
When we mess up today, it's refreshing to know tomorrow is a brand new day with a new opportunity to experience God's love, mercy, and faithfulness. No matter how many times we have to repent, he is always willing to embrace us again. Join Daisy in this journal guide in Lamentations 3:22-23. (6 min)
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Jan 25, 2023
Journal - Deny Your Self - wk04
Jesus tells us three things we must do to follow him. Jesus begins by saying we need to give up our own way, which may be the most difficult thing we can do. In this Journal Guide, Pastor Dave walks us through these verses with a laser focus on this phrase from Mark 8:34
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Jan 24, 2023
Prayer - Hope - 1 min
Spend a minute this morning in a short prayer reflecting on Hebrews 6:19. What a great way to start your day!
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Jan 23, 2023
Journal - God Will Take Care of Us - wk04
Frequently, trusting people is difficult. We don't like being vulnerable or exposed to what could happen if that trust is broken. However, God always keeps his promises, and he never leaves us. Join Daisy in your alone time with God today, and walk through this journal guide on Hebrews 13:5-6.
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Jan 20, 2023
Journal - Drop Your Nets - wk03
When Jesus called Simon Peter and Andrew and told them, "Come, follow me," they immediately responded to this official call to discipleship. Have you heard Jesus calling you? How will you respond? Join Daisy in this guided devotion reflecting on these verses from Mark.
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Jan 19, 2023
Jesus is Peace - Devo 3 min
Why can't the world give us peace as Jesus can? Because Jesus, himself, is Peace. It's his very presence, and he promises to always be with us. Don't let your hearts be troubled. Neither let them be afraid. This 3 min clip is from the final message in the "Becoming a Disciple" series, titled "I Am With You Always."
The "Becoming a Disciple" series can be watched or read here: https://wordbymail.com/becoming-a-disciple
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Jan 18, 2023
Journal Guide - Seeing Halfway - wk03
The Disciples didn't fully understand what it means to truly be following Jesus. We often don't "get it" spiritually, either. We can see Jesus halfway and not all of who he is. However, as Pastor Dave explains, there is hope for us. Come meditate on these verses, and consider how they apply in your life.
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Jan 16, 2023
Journal Guide - Desire - wk03
Desire - what does that word mean in your relationship with God? Are you desiring what he wants for you, or are you choosing your own way? Learning to trust God is a critical piece to surrendering your own desires and longing for his will in your life. Join Daisy as she invites you to meditate on Psalm 37:4 today. (8-min)
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Jan 13, 2023
Encountering the Father - wk02
In your Alone With God journal, the "Encountering The Father" page is there for you to look back over your week and remember what God has been doing in your life this past week. Join Pastor Dave as he guides you through this page and prays a promise from Psalm 37:4.
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Jan 13, 2023
Journal - The Appetizer For Jesus - wk02
John the Baptist could be considered the appetizer for Jesus. As a Christian, have you ever thought about your life as being an appetizer for Jesus' return? Join Daisy as she invites you to meditate on Mark 1:7 and dig into this verse. (5-min)
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Jan 12, 2023
Transparent Trust - Devo 3 min
Transparent trust developed over time in an environment seeking to embrace God's Word and apply it to all areas of our lives is critical. This allows truth to be spoken and invites the power of the Holy Spirit to transform our lives. This 3 min clip in the "Becoming a Disciple" series is from the 7th message titled "Transformation."
The "Becoming a Disciple" series can be watched or read here: https://wordbymail.com/becoming-a-disciple
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Jan 11, 2023
Journal - Trust, Delight, Commit - wk02
When we trust in, take delight in, and commit everything we do to the Lord, he has promises for us. These verses in Psalm 37 are instructional and full of hope because as we align ourselves with God's will in our lives, our personal relationship with him grows. Join Pastor Dave as he walks us through this journal guide. (13-min)
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Jan 10, 2023
Making Disciples - Devo 3 min
Jesus didn't pour his life into hundreds of people to carry his message forward to the world. Instead, Jesus made disciples of twelve men through intentional, committed relationships. This 3-minute clip in the "Becoming a Disciple" series is from the 6th message titled, "Make Disciples."
The "Becoming a Disciple" series can be watched or read here: https://wordbymail.com/becoming-a-disciple
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Jan 9, 2023
Journal - Rest - wk02
Being burdened and weary seems part of this life; however, it doesn't have to be. Jesus says to come to him, and he will give us true rest, which results from exchanging our burdens for his rest. This is accomplished through living a fully surrendered life in Christ, learning from him, settling into the essence of God, and being one in relationship with him. Join Daisy in this guided journal devotion as she encourages us to meditate, apply, and respond to God's Word from Matthew.
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Jan 6, 2023
Journal - Jesus is in Our Boat - wk01
The Disciples were afraid because the storm they were in was terrifying. So often, we are scared of our situation or circumstances, and we can panic. Jesus told his Disciples (and us), "Do not be afraid." That sounds easy, but many of us fail miserably at not having fear. Jesus came to calm our storms. Join Daisy as she walks us through these verses from Mark and encourages us to meditate, apply, and respond to God's Word.
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Jan 5, 2023
Love Motivates Obedience - Devo 3 min
Jesus is not asking us to try really hard to clean up our own life, or be religious, or obey a list of to-dos. The transformation of our lives comes through a love relationship with him. This 3-minute clip in the "Becoming a Disciple" series is from the 5th message titled, "Teach."
"Becoming a Disciple" series: https://wordbymail.com/becoming-a-disciple
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Jan 4, 2023
Journal - As I Have Loved You - wk01
Jesus gives his Disciples, and us, a prioritized commandment. Jesus says we are to love each other just as or in the same way and to the same extent that he has loved us. And then he gives the why. But what does it all mean to us in our real lives? Join Pastor Dave in this guided devotion and marinate in this section of scripture.
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Jan 3, 2023
*Permanent Identification - Devo - wk06
What does baptism symbolize? See a deeper identification with God and a far deeper meaning in baptism as Pastor Dave shares the meaning of two Greek words. This 3 min clip is from the 4th message in the "Becoming a Disciple" series, titled "Baptize."
"Becoming a Disciple" series
https://wordbymail.com/becoming-a-disciple
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Jan 2, 2023
Journal - Outcast - wk01
This is a great opportunity to get to know Daisy Davis, who will be doing a lot of these Alone With God Journal guides for you. Daisy really pours her heart out in this 12-minute devo. So get your Alone With God Journal, open your Bible to Luke 5:12-15, and maybe read through it before you start. Daisy will be reading from the NIV.
If you don't have an Alone With God Journal you can order one or download the journal page at https://wordbymail.com/
For the MEDITATE section. You might want to wait until about 9:38 in the audio, then pause and write in the MEDITATE section, and then you can write in the APPLY and RESPOND and PRAY sections when Daisy asks you to.
TEXT US with any questions or for any reason at (877) 790-9673. May God bless your time alone with him.
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Dec 29, 2022
Look Closely - Devo 3 min
As Jesus is preparing you to GO make disciples, does that cause fear and doubt in you? Look closely at Jesus and get sure. 3 min clip from the third message in the "Becoming a Disciple" series, titled "GO!"
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Dec 23, 2022
Know Him Personally - Devo 3 min
Our God wants us to know him personally. He does not want to be an impersonal spiritual force in your life. He comes personally for you. Know him this Christmas season and beyond - personally.
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Dec 21, 2022
What's In A Name? - Devo 4 min
What's in a name? When that name is Jesus - everything is in that name! There's only one gift that is eternally important - the gift of Jesus. "God is Salvation." What does that name mean to you personally?
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Dec 8, 2022
Rightly Reading God's Word - Devo 3 min
God's Word can be plainly and simply known by the context of what you are reading. This 3-min clip from the "Alone With God" series explains this critical rule for correct Biblical interpretation.
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Dec 6, 2022
Devotional Prayer - Devo 3 min
Aligning our hearts and prayers with God's will is the pinnacle of the Christ-follower's prayer life. This 3-min clip from the "Alone With God" series shares how we can do exactly that.
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Dec 1, 2022
Responding to God's Word - Devo 3 min
Jesus wants to radically change every part of your life. We are truly transformed by God when we respond to what he calls us to do in obedient, faithful action. Allow these 3 minutes in the "Alone With God" series to give you inspiration and courage to do exactly that.
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Nov 29, 2022
Applying God's Word - Devo 3 min
Application of God's Word in our life is where true transformation begins. Apply God's Word personally through the Holy Spirit and start a fire in your own life! These 3 minutes from the "Alone With God" series will strengthen your spirit today and give you hope.
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Nov 22, 2022
Meditating On God's Word - Devo 3 min
Our entire time alone with God is directed by God's Word. Desire his words more than life, and marinate in them today. This 3-minute clip from the "Alone With God" series will encourage you to soak up what the Lord has to say to you.
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Nov 17, 2022
Get Alone With God - Devo 3 min
Having a supernatural, transforming relationship with God is absolutely possible. The first step is getting alone with him. Listen to this 3-minute clip from the "Alone With God" series for encouragement on how to do exactly that.
Read this devotion: https://wordbymail.com/blog/2022/11/17/devo-get-alone-with-god
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Nov 15, 2022
The World's Measuring Tools - Devo 3 min
Have you ever felt the "other guy" is getting ahead? Are we measuring with the right tools? Take 3 minutes and listen to this clip from the "Ecclesiastes" series - be encouraged.
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Nov 8, 2022
Be Strong And Courageous - Devo 3 min
Joshua 1:1-9 gives great inspiration to have courageous faith and fearless obedience. And as we do, the Lord promises to be with us wherever we go.
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Nov 3, 2022
Called Deeper - 4 min
In Mark 1:16-20, Jesus calls his first four Disciples, and we see how they answered. As Christ-followers, we are called to a deeper and deeper relationship with Jesus. The Lord of Heaven is calling you personally. Answer the call.
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Oct 20, 2022
Unstoppable in Faith - 3 Min
To what lengths are you willing to go to reach Jesus in a way that he can truly heal you and restore your life? Spend 3 1/2 minutes and consider how to be unstoppable in faith.
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Sep 28, 2022
Avoidance - 2 Min
Is there something you've been avoiding because you feel fear? Focus on God. Cry out to Him in prayer. Align your next actions with His truth, even if you're scared, and then pray for the reassurance of the Lord's presence as you move forward.
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Sep 14, 2022
Devo - Peace That Passes Understanding
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I know 14 minutes seems long, but you can do it! Give God 14 minutes, Let Philippians 4:6-9 sink into your heart. Begin to "do the work" to take hold of the Peace That Passes Understanding.
Philippians 4:6–9 (NLT)
6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.
7 Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.
8 And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.
9 Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me—everything you heard from me and saw me doing. Then the God of peace will be with you.
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Sep 5, 2022
Labor Day Devotion
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Join Pastor Dave Live for a Labor Day devotion by the pool.
Hebrews 4:1–3 (NLT)
1 God’s promise of entering his rest still stands, so we ought to tremble with fear that some of you might fail to experience it.
2 For this good news—that God has prepared this rest—has been announced to us just as it was to them. But it did them no good because they didn’t share the faith of those who listened to God.
3 For only we who believe can enter his rest . . .
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Aug 31, 2022
Prayer - A Passion For Your Kingdom
A life-changing prayer for your day. It's just a 30-second prayer, prayed twice. But if you let it sink in, if you embrace it, look out. God bless your day. - Pastor Dave
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Aug 29, 2022
DEVO - You Are My Fortress
I know, it's 10 minutes. But you can do it! Grab your Bible & spend 10 minutes with me in Psalm 27. I promise it will be worth it. Meet God here today, or tomorrow morning, or both. Love you guys. - Pastor Dave
Psalm 27 (NLT)
1 The LORD is my light and my salvation— so why should I be afraid? The LORD is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble?
2 When evil people come to devour me, when my enemies and foes attack me, they will stumble and fall.
3 Though a mighty army surrounds me, my heart will not be afraid. Even if I am attacked, I will remain confident.
4 The one thing I ask of the LORD— the thing I seek most— is to live in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, delighting in the LORD’s perfections and meditating in his Temple.
5 For he will conceal me there when troubles come; he will hide me in his sanctuary. He will place me out of reach on a high rock.
6 Then I will hold my head high above my enemies who surround me. At his sanctuary I wi…
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Aug 23, 2022
Devo - Boldly Living For Christ
Join Justo Lucero in a 4-minute clip from his message, "Boldly Living For Christ." Then ask yourself, "What does it look like in MY life to boldly follow Christ?" Listen carefully to this short clip, then take some time to wrestle with this question and truly interact with God. Then pray specifically about this subject.
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Aug 22, 2022
Prayer - Reign in My Heart
Take a minute to draw near to God with us. You can pray this prayer with us three times in about 1 minute. Let it sink in. Meditate on it. Play it again until it is not just something you watch and read, but something you take the time & make the effort to allow the Holy Spirit to apply these words to your life. Then take a minute to get real with God regarding this subject. God bless your day.
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Aug 19, 2022
Devo - Guard Your Heart - Prov 4:20-23
With all the word-noise and media manipulation, we've got to guard our hearts.
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Aug 17, 2022
Prayer - God You Are All Powerful
Pray this prayer with us three times to let it sink in, then turn it into a personal and specific prayer for your life today.
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Aug 15, 2022
Psalm 1:1-3
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Spend 10 minutes with the Lord in these famous opening verses of the Book of Pslams. Join us in meditating on these verses for 7 minutes. Then I'll help you walk through our devotion response steps of, What is God SAYING, how does it APPLY, and how will you RESPOND? It will be real time with God. - Pastor Dave
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Psalm 1:1–3 (NLT)
1 Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers.
2 But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night.
3 They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do.
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Aug 12, 2022
Prayer - Luke 6:38
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Pray Luke 6:38 three times with us. This verse is not just about money. In the context from the previous verse (v.37) this is also about how much grace and forgiveness you give. Pray it with us, and ask God how are you doing in all three of these areas, Grace, Forgiveness, and Giving.
Here are both verses together
Luke 6:37–38 (NIV)
37 “Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.
38 Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”
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Aug 10, 2022
Devo - Ephesians 3:20-21
Ephesians 3:20–21 (NLT)
20 Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.
21 Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.
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Aug 4, 2022
Prayer - Help Me Today
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Let this prayer play 2 or 3 times, praying it with us. Then, maybe while letting it play quietly, apply it to your own life. Make it your own prayer, for your own circumstances. God bless your day.
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Jul 27, 2022
DEVO - Sufficient or Not
Tap full screen if you're on a phone. Spend 10 minutes with God,
Colossians 2:16–23 (NLT)
16 So don’t let anyone condemn you for what you eat or drink, or for not celebrating certain holy days or new moon ceremonies or Sabbaths.
17 For these rules are only shadows of the reality yet to come. And Christ himself is that reality.
18 Don’t let anyone condemn you by insisting on pious self-denial or the worship of angels, saying they have had visions about these things. Their sinful minds have made them proud,
19 and they are not connected to Christ, the head of the body. For he holds the whole body together with its joints and ligaments, and it grows as God nourishes it.
20 You have died with Christ, and he has set you free from the spiritual powers of this world. So why do you keep on following the rules of the world, such as,
21 “Don’t handle! Don’t taste! Don’t touch!”?
22 Such rules are mere human teachings about things that deteriorate as we use them.
23 These rules m…
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Jul 23, 2022
DEVO - Ephesians 3:14-19
Hi everyone. Thanks for joining us in our Real Devotions. This devotion works best if you open your Bible, download the journal page (below), or use your own journal, and take a few minutes to interact with God in these verses. The verses will also be on the screen for you to follow along.
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Thank you, and may God bless your time with him. - Pastor Dave
Ephesians 3:14–19 (NLT)
14 When I think of all this, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father,
15 the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth.
16 I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit.
17 Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong.
18 And may you have the power to understan…
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Jul 20, 2022
Journal - Come to Me - wk09
Matthew 11:28–30 (NLT)
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.”
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Jul 15, 2022
RADIO - You Know Me, Audio Only
This Radio episode includes the devotion, "You Know Me" and explains more about where the devotion ministry is headed.
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Jul 9, 2022
RADIO - I Will Not Be Moved
25 Min radio show where Dave explains the devotion process of Listen, Apply, Respond and does a 5-minute devotion titled "I Will Not Be Moved," Encouraging us to use the Listen, Apply, Respond approach in the devotion.
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Jul 8, 2022
DEVO I Called on You
Jonah 2:7 (ESV)
7 When my life was fainting away, I remembered the LORD, and my prayer came to you, into your holy temple.
Psalm 50:15 (ESV)
15 and call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me.”
Thank you for the work that you are doing in our lives. Thank you for your goodness and for your blessings. Thank you for your great love and your care. Thank you for your sacrifice, that we might have the freedom and the life that you have chosen for us. Forgive us when we don't thank you enough. Help us to set our eyes on you. Help us to keep you in our hearts. Renew our spirit. Fill us up with your peace and your joy. We love you and we need you this day. And every day I give you praise We give you thanks for you alone are worthy in Jesus name, amen.
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Jun 30, 2022
DEVO - Clothe Yourself With
Take a minute. Grab a Bible and a journal If you can. This 3-minute video is designed to kick-start your time with God.
https://wordbymail.com/blog/2022/07/01/clothe-yourself-with
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Jun 25, 2022
Sign Up For Morning Devo's
An explanation and two examples of our morning devotions delivered to you as we produce them.
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Jun 24, 2022
Reading Psalm 139:13-18
On this historic day for the lives of the most vulnerable, let's hear God's Word and let's stand on God's Word.
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May 14, 2022
6. RADIO - Why Believe The Bible Part 2
Radio broadcast for Part 2 of "Why Believe The Bible?" The Bible is unlike any other written document on earth - but why believe it? TEXT us for any reason at 877-790-WORD (9673)
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May 7, 2022
5. RADIO - Why Believe The Bible Part 1
Radio broadcast for Part 1 of "Why Believe The Bible?" The Bible is unlike any other written document on earth - but why believe it? TEXT us for any reason at 877-790-WORD (9673)
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May 2, 2022
DEVO - I Love Those Moments
Pray with Pastor Dave, Read the verses the prayer came from, and pray again. Meet God today.
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Apr 16, 2022
4. RADIO - Answer The Call--Part 2
Radio broadcast from message #3 in the Mark series - Part 2, "Answer The Call." What does it mean to answer the call of Jesus? TEXT us for any reason at 877-790-9673.
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Apr 9, 2022
3. RADIO - Answer The Call--Part 1
Radio broadcast from message #3 in the Mark series - Part 1, "Answer The Call." What does it mean to answer the call of Jesus? TEXT us with any questions at 877-790-9673.
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Apr 2, 2022
2. Identified With Sinners - RADIO
Radio broadcast from message #2 in the Mark series, "Identified With Sinners." Answer the questions, "Why was Jesus baptized?"
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Mar 26, 2022
1. This is The Good News - RADIO
Radio broadcast from message #1 in the Mark series, "This is The Good News." Get the full message in the Mark series.
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Mar 19, 2022
6. Rightly Reading God's Word - RADIO
Our Final Message in the Alone With God series. If we are going to hear God speak to us in His Word, we've got to read it 'rightly.'
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Mar 12, 2022
5. Devotional Prayer - RADIO
Today we are talking about the importance of prayer in your devotional time. If you have questions, need information, or would like us to pray for you, please TEXT US at 877-790-WORD. (877) 790-9673
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Mar 5, 2022
4. Responding To God's Word - RADIO
The level of growth in our relationship with Jesus Christ, or the lack of growth, is a direct result of our response to God when he speaks to us.
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Feb 26, 2022
3. Applying God's Word - RADIO
Let's learn how to allow the Holy Spirit to apply God's Word to our lives - in line with the context of the Bible.
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Feb 19, 2022
2. Meditating on God's Word - RADIO
Transformation happens when we learn to marinate in, mull over, reflect, dwell on, and ponder God's Word.
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Feb 12, 2022
1. Get Alone With God - RADIO
The reason we Get Alone With God is for us to purposefully meet with the Lord in such a way that His Word and His Spirit will noticeably transform our lives.
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Jan 6, 2022
065 DEVO - Wait in Silence
Find a place, make a way, be determined . . . to wait in silence on the Lord. Have your Bible, with some scriptures ready (use our "Scripture By Topic" list). Consider using the Daily Devotion Journal. And . . . wait on the Lord. Get all the info at MyDailyChurch.com
Psalm 62 (ESV) 1-2, 5-8
For God alone my soul waits in silence; from him comes my salvation. 2 He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be greatly shaken . . .
5 For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence, for my hope is from him. 6 He only is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be shaken. 7 On God rests my salvation and my glory; my mighty rock, my refuge is God. 8 Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us.
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Jan 3, 2022
064 He will KEEP you.
This short podcast is a devotion on Psalm 121 I did for Zoom church we live-streamed on Jan 2, 2022, because so many of us had covid (including me). The focus in the devo is that the Lord will KEEP us. Six times in Psalm 121, the Lord promises to KEEP us. That is good, reassuring news.
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Dec 22, 2021
Awe and Wonder - Podcast
The God of all Creation - the Maker of Heaven and Earth - the Eternal, All-Existing One - was born as a baby, May we be awestruck and in complete wonder this Christmas. Check out this 11 min clip of the message.
Get the full message, "Awe and Wonder" on the phone app or at wordbymail.com/teaching, under "Most Recent Messages."
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Dec 20, 2021
What Are We Celebrating? - Podcast
As we rush toward Christmas, isn't it a good idea to ask ourselves, "What are we actually, actively, celebrating?"
To get the full message SEARCH "What Are We Celebrating" on the Word By Mail Phone App or at wordbymail.com/teaching
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Dec 15, 2021
61. Holy Spirit 05
John 14:25–26 (AMP)
25 I have told you these things while I am still with you. 26 But the Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, Standby), the Holy Spirit, Whom the Father will send in My name [in My place, to represent Me and act on My behalf], He will teach you all things. And He will cause you to recall (will remind you of, bring to your remembrance) everything I have told you.
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Dec 10, 2021
Day 10 - Know Him - Video Advent
Know Him. Follow us on Instagram @word_by_mail to join our daily video advent calendar.
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Dec 3, 2021
Day 03 - Our Ark - Video Advent
Jesus is our Ark. Follow us on Instagram @word_by_mail to join our daily video advent calendar.
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Nov 16, 2021
60. Holy Spirit 04
Luke 11:9-13 are an awesome set of verses. Spend a few minutes today to meditate on them, apply them, and respond to God about these verses in your life.
Luke 11:9-13 (NLT)
9 “So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.
10 For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.
11 Which of you fathers, if your son asks for a fish, will give him a snake instead?
12 Or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion?
13 If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!”
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Nov 8, 2021
59. Holy Spirit 03
John 14:17-18. Meditate, apply, respond. Spend 15 minutes with God on these verses about the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
John 14:17–18 (NLT)
17 He is the Holy Spirit, who leads into all truth. The world cannot receive him, because it isn’t looking for him and doesn’t recognize him. But you know him, because he lives with you now and later will be in you.
18 No, I will not abandon you as orphans—I will come to you.
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Oct 13, 2021
58. Holy Spirit 02
We need the Holy Spirit. In John 14 Jesus promises "another Helper," one of the same kind and quality, called alongside to help. And we desperately need His help.
John 14:15-16 (NLT)
15 “If you love me, obey my commandments.
16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you.
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Sep 29, 2021
57. Holy Spirit 01
Give God a few minutes to speak to you about being thirsty and coming to Jesus to receive rivers of living water. - MyDailyChurch.com
John 7:37–38 (NKJV)
37 On the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried out, saying, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink.
38 He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.”
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Sep 25, 2021
56. The Devotion Journal
Hear about the most powerful tool for your devotion time that we've been using for over 10 years; The Daily Devotion Journal.
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Sep 11, 2021
55. Special 9/11 Podcast
9/11 – 20 years later. It seems like there is as much, if not more, disillusionment and discouragement in our country today as there was in the first months following the attack of 9/11.
What we have just witnessed in these past weeks in Afghanistan is so hard to see, and it's even harder to try to make sense of.
After 20 years of war and thousands of brave servicemen and women making the ultimate sacrifice – on top of the many thousands of lives both lost and forever changed by the initial attack of 9/11 . . . After all of that - to watch how it all ended in just a few days leaves me almost speechless.
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Sep 3, 2021
54. Vs's on Your Prescription From God
This is a follow-up devotion from, “Your Prescription From God,” which was our last devotion. I hope that this devotion will help you take a second look at this same truth, more from a meditative perspective. Just allowing these same truths to wash over you, and fill you, and strengthen you.
I’d really encourage you to get into a quiet place for just a few minutes and allow the Word of God speak to you. And you can get the written version of this devotion at MyDailyChurch.com
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Aug 27, 2021
53. Your Prescription From God
Whatever your circumstances are today, whatever you are going through, God has a prescription for you. And at whatever level of response that you can embrace this prescription today – you must. Whether forcing a response to this prescription or having it easily flow out of you, these verses must be a part of whatever God is carrying you through today.
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Aug 20, 2021
52. Vs's on "Be Still and Know"
This is a follow-up to our previous devotion episode titled, “Be Still and Know.” If you haven’t listened to that one yet, you may want to do that before listening to this one. Today, I’m just going to read verses that support the truth we dug into in the previous devotion. The goal today is to continue embracing the truth that we can truly “Be still, and know that our God - IS GOD!”
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Aug 19, 2021
51. Be Still and Know
If you feel like your world is shaking, your foundations are crumbling, and your oceans are roaring, then grab your Bible, turn it to Psalm 46, and If possible, BE STILL for a few minutes, while we focus on BEING STILL and KNOWING that the God of Heaven – is OUR God.
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Aug 9, 2021
50. Trust With All Your Heart
God is not a heavenly MapQuest. God shows you which path to take in life, AS you Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and AS you do not depend on your own understanding, and AS you Seek his will in all you do. AS you do these things, God will set your path before you. He will make your way straight and smooth.
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Aug 5, 2021
Joyful in Hope - 10 Min
Sometimes, it seems like things are just not going right. But, we don’t have the big picture, in fact, we can’t have the big picture. What do we do, when we don’t know what to do? What do we focus on, when there are so many concerns? How can we ‘keep it together.' when it all seems to be unraveling? One of God's answers is in Romans 12:12.
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Jul 23, 2021
48. The Reset Episode
Pastor Dave talks about resetting the focus of the podcast on meaningful interaction time with God. We want to help you meet God in every episode, in his living Word, and by His Holy Spirit, in a short but real, interactive time with God.
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Jul 21, 2021
47. For His Praise and Glory
Have you ever wondered why Jesus Christ came to earth to live a perfect life and die on the cross? This is God’s mysterious will; that through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, God's own plan would be fulfilled - making us his children.
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Jul 16, 2021
46. Showered in Blessing
If possible, just sit still for a few minutes with God right now. And maybe just say a prayer to ask God to be with you, and to speak to you from his Word.
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Jul 14, 2021
45. You Are a Child of God
Take 8 minutes to meditate on and pray through Rom 8:14-17.
Romans 8:14–17 (NLT)
14 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God.
15 So you have not received a spirit that makes you fearful slaves. Instead, you received God’s Spirit when he adopted you as his own children. Now we call him, “Abba, Father.”
16 For his Spirit joins with our spirit to affirm that we are God’s children.
17 And since we are his children, we are his heirs. In fact, together with Christ we are heirs of God’s glory. But if we are to share his glory, we must also share his suffering.
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Jun 16, 2021
Daily Prayer - Psalm 16 - 043
Lord, you alone are my inheritance.
Psalm 16 (NLT)
1 Keep me safe, O God, for I have come to you for refuge.
2 I said to the LORD, “You are my Master! Every good thing I have comes from you.”
5 LORD, you alone are my inheritance, my cup of blessing. You guard all that is mine.
6 The land you have given me is a pleasant land. What a wonderful inheritance!
8 I know the LORD is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.
11 You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.
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May 20, 2021
When Overwhelmed 041
If you are overwhelmed today and doubts are filling your mind, God’s comfort will renew your hope and it will secure your heart. His comfort will be your refuge
Psalm 94:19 (NLT)
19 When doubts filled my mind, your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer.
Isaiah 26:3–4 (NLT)
3 You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!
4 Trust in the LORD always, for the LORD GOD is the eternal Rock.
Right now – you have GOT to Trust God – you’ve got to force yourself to Trust God – NO matter what you see or think or feel – Your God is worthy of your Trust
& so – FIX your thoughts on God – HE is your eternal Rok - Trust God – NOT your circumstances
& then – you’ve got to COME to him – you’ve got to LEARN HOW to come to Him
Matthew 11:28–29 (NLT)
28 Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.
I know it’s hard – I know it is – but we have to fight thru a…
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May 18, 2021
Always Thankful 040
Lord, Your Word says we are always to be - being filled with your Holy Spirit, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs among ourselves, and making music to you in our hearts. Always giving thanks for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Ephesians 5:18–20 (NLT)
18 Don’t be drunk with wine, because that will ruin your life. Instead, be filled with the Holy Spirit,
19 singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs among yourselves, and making music to the Lord in your hearts.
20 And give thanks for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (NLT)
16 Always be joyful. 17 Never stop praying. 18 Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.
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May 13, 2021
Genuine Worship 039
“In spirit” means OUR Spirit, Worshipping God, who IS Spirit. We worship “spirit to spirit,” which is the opposite of just going thru the motions. And worshipping in truth means genuine, honest worship. Watch or listen to the podcast to find out what keeps us from genuine worship.
1 Timothy 2:8 (NLT)
8 In every place of worship, I want men to pray with holy hands lifted up to God, free from anger and controversy.
John 4:23–24 (NLT)
23 But the time is coming—indeed it’s here now—when true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth. The Father is looking for those who will worship him that way.
24 For God is Spirit, so those who worship him must worship in spirit and in truth.”
Hebrews 11:6 (NLT)
6 And it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him.
James 1:6–7 (NLT)
6 But when you ask him, be sure that your faith is in God alone. Do not wave…
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May 10, 2021
Choosing Trust and Faith 038
Talk to God. Choose to have faith in him – over and beyond your circumstances. Commit to God to have faith in him – through your circumstances. Choose to trust God’s presence and his work in your life more than you trust your circumstances.
Matthew 6:31–32 (NLT)
31 “So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’
32 These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs.
Psalm 34:9–10 (NLT)
9 Fear the LORD, you his godly people, for those who fear him will have all they need.
10 Even strong young lions sometimes go hungry, but those who trust in the LORD will lack no good thing.
Psalm 84:11–12 (NLT)
11 For the LORD God is our sun and our shield. He gives us grace and glory. The LORD will withhold no good thing from those who do what is right.
12 O LORD of Heaven’s Armies, what joy for those who trust in you.
Philippians 4:6 (NLT)
6 Don’t worry about anythi…
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Apr 30, 2021
Transform Me Lord 037
Every Christian who desires to be transformed needs to know and live in these two verses. This is the core of the transformation process.
Romans 12:1–2 (NLT)
1 And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him.
2 Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.
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Apr 27, 2021
All For His Glory 036
Now all glory to God. Glory to him through all generations forever and ever! Amen.
Ephesians 3:20-21
20 Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.
21 Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.
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Apr 22, 2021
God Knows God Cares 035
Lord, Sometimes we think, because you are so majestic, that you are far out there somewhere, too big to know or care. But you are also our Abba Father, and you know what we need even before we ask. and you always care
Psalm 8:1–4 (NLT)
1 O Lord, our Lord, your majestic name fills the earth! Your glory is higher than the heavens . . . 3 When I look at the night sky and see the work of your fingers— the moon and the stars you set in place— 4 what are mere mortals that you should think about them, human beings that you should care for them?
Matthew 6:8 . . . for your Father knows exactly what you need even before you ask him!
Psalm 40:5 . . . O Lord my God, you have performed many wonders for us. Your plans for us are too numerous to list. You have no equal. If I tried to recite all your wonderful deeds, I would never come to the end of them.
Psalm 115:12–13 . . . The Lord remembers us and will bless us . . . He will bless those who fear the Lord, both great and lowly.
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Apr 20, 2021
God is With You 034
When the disciples thought they were going to drown in a storm, Jesus came walking to them on the water. But, he didn’t say, don’t be afraid, because I can walk on water. Instead, He said, “Take courage. I am here!”
Acts 26:15 (NLT)
15 “ ‘Who are you, lord?’ I asked. “And the Lord replied, ‘I am Jesus . . .
Matthew 14:27 (NLT)
27 But Jesus spoke to them at once. “Don’t be afraid,” he said. “Take courage. I am here!”
Matthew 1:23 (NLT) (moved)
23 . . . they will call him Immanuel, which means ‘God is with us.’ ”
Isaiah 43:2–3 (NLT)
2 When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you.
3 For I am the Lord, your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior . . .
Psalm 23:4 (NLT)
4 Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod an…
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Apr 15, 2021
Mighty To Save 033
Our God is mighty to save. He is mighty to Redeem us, Deliver us, and to keep us from falling. The POWER in our salvation is God’s – not ours. After you listen to this podcast, please consider sharing it with someone who needs to hear these truths – straight from God’s Word.
Jeremiah 50:34 (NLT)
34 But the one who redeems them is strong. His name is the Lord of Heaven’s Armies. . . .
Amos 5:12 (NLT)
12 For I know the vast number of your sins and the depth of your rebellions . . .
Psalm 89:19 (NLT)
19 . . . “I have raised up a warrior . . .
Isaiah 49:26 (NLT)
26 . . . All the world will know that I, the Lord, am your Savior and your Redeemer, the Mighty One of Israel.”
Isaiah 63:1 (NLT)
1 . . . It is I, the Lord, announcing your salvation! It is I, the Lord, who has the power to save!”
Jude 24 (NLT)
24 Now all glory to God, who is able to keep you from falling away and will bring you with great joy into his glorious presence without a single fault.
Romans 5:20 (NL…
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Apr 13, 2021
032 All of Me For Your Glory
Proverbs 3:9 (NLT)
Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the best part of everything you produce.
2 Corinthians 9:6 (NLT)
Remember this—a farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop. But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop.
1 Corinthians 16:2 (NLT)
On the first day of each week, you should each put aside a portion of the money you have earned. Don’t wait until I get there and then try to collect it all at once.
Hebrews 6:10 (NLT)
For God is not unjust. He will not forget how hard you have worked for him and how you have shown your love to him by caring for other believers, as you still do.
Romans 12:1 (NLT)
And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him.
2 Corinthians 5:14–15 (NLT)
Either way, Christ’s love controls us. Since we believe that Christ died for all…
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Apr 7, 2021
031 Always Rejoicing - 2 Cor 6:10
2 Corinthians 6:10 (NLT)
10 Our hearts ache, but we always have joy. We are poor, but we give spiritual riches to others. We own nothing, and yet we have everything.
Romans 5:2–3 (NLT)
2 Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God’s glory.
3 We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance.
2 Corinthians 7:4 (NLT)
4 I have the highest confidence in you, and I take great pride in you. You have greatly encouraged me and made me happy despite all our troubles.
1 Peter 1:8 (NLT)
8 You love him even though you have never seen him. Though you do not see him now, you trust him; and you rejoice with a glorious, inexpressible joy.
2 Corinthians 8:2 (NLT)
2 They are being tested by many troubles, and they are very poor. But they are also filled with abundant joy, which has overflowed in rich generosity.
Ephesian…
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Mar 19, 2021
030 Feel Far From God? - PART 2
PART 2 - What do you do when you feel separated from God? When you feel distant from him? When you feel like you can’t sense his presence or hear his voice?
Psalm 51:1–17 (NLT)
1 Have mercy on me, O God, because of your unfailing love. Because of your great compassion, blot out the stain of my sins.
2 Wash me clean from my guilt. Purify me from my sin.
3 For I recognize my rebellion; it haunts me day and night.
4 Against you, and you alone, have I sinned; I have done what is evil in your sight. You will be proved right in what you say, and your judgment against me is just.
5 For I was born a sinner— yes, from the moment my mother conceived me.
6 But you desire honesty from the womb, teaching me wisdom even there.
7 Purify me from my sins, and I will be clean; wash me, and I will be whiter than snow.
8 Oh, give me back my joy again; you have broken me— now let me rejoice.
9 Don’t keep looking at my sins. Remove the stain of my guilt.
10 Create in me a clean heart, O God. Rene…
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Mar 15, 2021
029 Feel Far From God? - PART 1
PART 1 - What do you do when you feel separated from God? When you feel distant from him? When you feel like you can’t sense his presence or hear his voice?
Psalm 42:1–6 (NLT)
1 As the deer longs for streams of water, so I long for you, O God.
2 I thirst for God, the living God. When can I go and stand before him?
3 Day and night I have only tears for food, while my enemies continually taunt me, saying, “Where is this God of yours?”
4 My heart is breaking as I remember how it used to be: I walked among the crowds of worshipers, leading a great procession to the house of God, singing for joy and giving thanks amid the sound of a great celebration!
5 Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so sad? I will put my hope in God! I will praise him again— my Savior and
6 my God! Now I am deeply discouraged, but I will remember you . . .
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Mar 10, 2021
028 A Personal Prayer
Join Pastor Dave as he prays for his mom and his dad. Both currently have difficult medical needs. And Dave prays for your loved ones as well.
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Mar 4, 2021
027 Driven By What We Love
We are driven by what, or who, we love.
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Mar 1, 2021
Praying Psalm 62:5-8
Psalm 62:5–8 (NLT)
5 Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in him. 6 He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will not be shaken. 7 My victory and honor come from God alone. He is my refuge, a rock where no enemy can reach me. 8 O my people, trust in him at all times. Pour out your heart to him, for God is our refuge.
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Feb 25, 2021
Really, Another Storm? - PART2
PART 2 - Listen to a short clip from the message "Really, Another Storm?" Then pray through these powerful verses with Pastor Dave.
Watch, listen, or read the full message at - wordbymail.com/really-another-storm
Get all the info at MyDailyChurch.com
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Feb 23, 2021
Really, Another Storm? PART 1
Have you ever felt like you’ve had enough? That you just can’t take one more storm, one more difficulty, one more crisis? But then, instead of God giving you a break, it feels like he’s sent you right into another storm?
If you’ve felt that – or feel it right now, then you can relate to where the Disciples are in Mark Ch 6.
Watch, listen, or read the full message at - wordbymail.com/really-another-storm
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Feb 18, 2021
Praying Trust In The Lord Scriptures
Pray through 4 classic "Trust in the Lord" scriptures with Pastor Dave. Grab a Bible, and even a journal if you can, and spend some real interactive time with God in these scriptures. It will change your day, and if you continue meeting with God like this, it will change your life.
Connect with us at - MyDailyChurch.com
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Feb 16, 2021
Your Mistake Is . . .
A prayer taken from the Sunday message of the same title. Jesus speaks the truth to the Sadducees, and we must hear it as well - because we have the same nature as them.
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Feb 12, 2021
How Should We Respond? PART 5 - With Dave Colyar - 2Pet 1:3-11
PART TWO of a great conversation about these verses with my life-long friend Dave Colyar. Join us as we wrap up our talk about how to make these verses practical and transformational.
And this is our last episode in this 5-part podcast series.
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Feb 10, 2021
How Should We Respond - PART 4 - With Dave Colyar - 2 Pet 1:3-11
PART ONE of an awesome conversation about these verses with my life-long friend and fellow Christ-follower Dave Colyar. Join us as we talk about how to make these verses practical. This is a fun and informative conversation about taking these verses into real-life.
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Feb 9, 2021
How Should We Respond? PART 3 - 2 Pet 1:3-11
PRAYING 2 Pet 1:3-11. We've walked through these verses twice in parts 1 and 2. Now let's pray through them. Join me as we meet with God.
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Feb 5, 2021
How Should We Respond? PART 2 - 2Pet 1:3-11
How should we respond to the aggressive anti-Christ changes we see coming in our culture? This is Part 1 of a multi-part podcast answering at least part of this question through 1 Peter 1:3-11.
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Feb 3, 2021
How Should We Respond? PART 1 - 2Pet 1:3-11
How should we respond to the aggressive anti-Christ changes we see coming in our culture? This is Part 1 of a multi-part podcast answering at least part of this question through 1 Peter 1:3-11.
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Feb 1, 2021
God Wins - Praying Psalm 62:5-8
There's a lot of dust flying. But, when all the dust finally settles, God wins, and we win in Christ. Pray through Psalm 62:5-8 in light of the dust flying in our lives today.
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Jan 29, 2021
What God Looks At - dav01
The first in the Friday Bible study series "The Life of David." It may seem a bit long for a devotion (24 mins), but give it a try, it's the real thing.
The Life of David series is one of the most impactful series I've ever taught. Join us on Fridays for a super meaningful look at God's Word that you can meditate on all weekend.
Grab a Bible and maybe something to make notes, and get ready to hear from God.
Let us know what you think, or contact us for any reason, at MyDailyChurch.com
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Jan 27, 2021
God You Are Imminent
God is IMMINENT. God is close, he is near, and he is about to show up. We've got to get ready to EXPERIENCE HIM. Let's get our hearts ready for God today. He is IMMINENT.
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Jan 22, 2021
What is Influencing You? - Psalm 1:1-3
The Psalms start with a warning about who or what, is influencing you. Showing us how to be truly God-blessed.
This devotion is done in the Daly Devotion Journal style. You can get more information on our Daily Devotion Journal approach to your devotions at MyDailyChurch.com, under "Resources."
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Jan 18, 2021
The Lord is My Fortress - Psalm 27
We need the confidence and peace that King David gets in Psalm 27. This is an awesome Psalm for where we are at today. Grab your Bible if you can and follow Pastor Dave through Psalm 27 (Dave uses the NLT version). Take a few minutes to really hear from God today.
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Jan 15, 2021
The Lord is our Shepherd - Praying Psalm 23
Join Pastor Dave as he prays through Psalm 23 on the night that our nation's capital building was over-run on Jan 6th. Remember, the Lord is our Shepherd.
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Jan 13, 2021
A Shield Around Me - Psalm 3
You, O Lord, are a shield around me; you are my glory, the one who holds my head high. Grab your Bible and join Pastor Dave in a Real Devotion on Psalm 3.
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Jan 11, 2021
You Made Me - Psalm 139:13-18
Lord, you made me. You crafted me in the womb. I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Your intimate involvement and knowledge of my life is overwhelming. You know me, you are with me, you made me.
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Jan 8, 2021
Where Is Your Hope - PART 1
The hope we need today is a hope that becomes an anchor for our souls and leads us into the very presence of God. PART 1 of a message Dave taught on Jan 3, 2021
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Jan 8, 2021
Where Is Your Hope - PART 2
PART 2 of the message. The hope we need today is a hope that becomes an anchor for our souls and leads us into the very presence of God. This message was taught on Jan 3, 2021.
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Jan 6, 2021
Guard Your Heart - Prov 4:20-23
With all the craziness and all the words and media and manipulation, we've got to guard our hearts. A critical devotion for today.
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Jan 4, 2021
You Are With Me - Psalm 139:7-12
Lord, you are WITH me. No matter where I find myself, you are with me. From the highest highs to the lowest lows, you are with me. Not because of my faithfulness, but because of yours.
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Jan 1, 2021
You Know Me - Psalm 139:1-6
Lord, You know me. You know everything about me, and you still place your hand of blessing on my head. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me.
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Dec 29, 2020
Podcast Introduction
Meet Pastor Dave Shepardson and hear some of his story about helping people hear from God in their devotion time with just a Bible. Pastor Dave also discusses how to get the most from listening to the podcast.
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Apr 19, 2019
DEVO - Signs of Love
Take a moment, to look at the signs of God's love for you on the way to the cross.
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Journal - Bought With A Price - wk14
"You were bought with a price." How often does this fact influence our daily actions and decisions? Are we being true vessels of love, purpose, and gratitude? Join Daisy in this devotion from 1 Corinthians Chapter 6.
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This Week - wk10
In your Alone With God journal, the "This Week" page is designed to help develop your prayers and spiritual focus for the week. Join Daisy and Tricia in this brief journal guide for the week ahead. (2 min)
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Journal - Pray for Wisdom - wk11
To "fear the Lord" (reverent awe) is to believe him and submit to his control. In turn, the Lord rewards this faith with spiritual riches, the honor of membership in God's family, and eternal life. Join Daisy in this journal guide focused on Proverbs 22:4. (8 min)
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Journal - Hope 03 - wk 12
God is the Lord of All Creation, so we can have rock-solid hope in him, knowing that he is our helper and an absolute promise keeper. He keeps every promise forever. Join Pastor Dave in this journal guide focused on Hope from Psalm 146. (8 min)
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Journal - Enter With Praise - wk11
Praise is our lifeline to God, and recognizing his good and perfect gifts keeps us from grumbling or complaining. We need to enter his courts with praise. Join Daisy in this journal guide from Psalm 100:4. (8min)
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Journal - Jesus is God - wk10
Sometimes people ask, "If God is real, why doesn't he just reveal himself?" John Chapter 1 lays out exactly who Jesus is - the perfect representation of what God is really like. Join Daisy in this journal guide reflecting on John 1:14 today. (6 min)
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Journal - Hope 02 - wk11
Hope that anchors our soul is what we each need in this life, and God offers that to us in Jesus Christ. Join Pastor Dave in this journal guide from Hebrews Chapter 6. (8 min)
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This Week - wk8
The "This Week" page in your Alone With God journal is a cornerstone for the week as you note your prayers and spiritual focus. Join Tricia as she briefly reviews this page and Daisy as she directs our thoughts on closeness with God from Psalm 55:16-17. (3 min)
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This Week - wk6
Day one in your Alone With God journal is titled "This Week" and is designed to center on your week ahead with prayer and a spiritual focus. Join Tricia in this journal guide and prayer from the promises in Romans 15:13.
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Grateful - wk05
Join Pastor Dave and Tricia as they walk through the "What Am I Grateful For This Week" page in your Alone With God journal, and Pastor Dave prays through Psalm 40:1. (4 min)
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Encountering The Father - wk05
Be encouraged by what God is doing in your life. Join Tricia and Daisy in this Alone With God journal guide for Day 5 in your journal, "Encountering The Father."
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This Week - wk05
Focusing on your week ahead, join Tricia and Daisy in this journal guide looking at the "This Week" page in your Alone With God journal, and pray from James 1:5. What a great way to begin your week.
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Journal - No Longer Separated - wk07
We stand before God in the righteousness of Jesus Christ, which he freely offered us by his grace alone, and we received through our faith alone. We are no longer separated from God by our sins. God's guarantee of how deeply and dearly he loves us is shown by his giving us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts. Join Pastor Dave as he dives into these incredible verses from Romans 5. (8 min)
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This Week - wk04
Spending time alone with God writing your prayers and your spiritual focus for the coming week, is a great way to build a relationship with him. Join Pastor Dave in this journal guide as he prays from Psalm 121. (2 min)
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This Week - wk03
The "This Week" page in your Alone With God journal is designed for you to begin your week by focusing on your prayers and doing some spiritual planning. Join Tricia as she walks through this journal page and prays focused on Micah 6:8.
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DEVO - Look First To Jesus (60 sec)
Take another minute to read the following verses. Read them slowly and repeatedly. Meditate on them and apply them, along with this prayer, to a specific area in your life today . . .
Hebrews 12:1–2 (NLT) 1 . . . And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. 2 We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith . . .
Psalm 33:5 (NLT) . . . the unfailing love of the LORD fills the earth.
Hebrews 11:27 (NLT) It was by faith that Moses left the land of Egypt, not fearing the king’s anger. He kept right on going because he kept his eyes on the one who is invisible.
Psalm 16:11 (NLT) You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.
(Inspired by the book "Jesus Listens" April 29)
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Journal - Hope 04 - wk16
This passage from 1 Peter is a great set of verses on hope in the indestructible inheritance from God - that is Jesus Christ himself. Walk with Pastor Dave through these verses in your Alone With God Journal. (7 min)
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Journal - Listening Skills - wk15
God's voice is often a whisper among the chaos and confusion. We can train ourselves to listen for God to communicate when we wait and are still. Do we hear his voice? Join Daisy in this audio guide as she looks at Isaiah 30:1. (4 min)
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Journal - A Burning Bush Moment - wk13
Does God challenge you to leave your comfort zone? Through the power of the Holy Spirit, you can have the courage to say yes to things that God calls you to do. Join Daisy in this journal guide focused on Exodus 3:11. (4 min)
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Journal - Joy and Delight - wk14
Whether with joy and delight or in hard seasons, your daily relationship with the Lord in God's Word allows your roots to grow deeper and deeper into the love and life of Jesus Christ. Join Pastor Dave as he walks through Psalm 1:1-3 and be blessed by your time alone with God.
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Journal - Joyful in Hope - wk13
Sometimes, it seems like things are just not going right. How can we ‘keep it together.’ when it all seems to be unraveling? Join Pastor Dave in this excellent guide focused on Romans Chapter 12. (13 min)
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Journal - Keep Watch - wk12
As a Christ-follower, we need not only to keep watch but to share the love and joy of knowing Christ. God is our final destination. Join Daisy in this Daily Journal focused on Matthew 24:42. (11 min)
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This Week - wk9
The "This Week" page in your Alone With God journal is an excellent way to focus your week. Join Tricia and Daisy as they walk and pray through this journal guide. (2 min)
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Encountering The Father - wk07
Join Tricia and Daisy as they walk through this week's "Encountering The Father" page for your Alone With God journal, and pray a prayer of thanksgiving.
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Encountering The Father - wk06
Join Tricia and Daisy in this journal guide for Day 5, "Encountering The Father," in your Alone With God journal. Your time alone with God is a treasure, so be sure to consider what he is saying to you and how he is changing you personally.
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Journal - A Shield Around Me - wk09
Even in anxiety and grief, the Lord is with us. He is our Shield and the Lifter of Our Head. Join Pastor Dave in this encouraging journal guide as he meditates and prays through Psalm 3.
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Sunday Sermon - wk04
Your Alone With God journal is a great place to take notes for your Sunday Sermon. Bring it to church, or use it as you watch or listen to the message below.
Link to message "Present Heaven, New Heaven": Present Heaven, New Heaven
Link to the entire 5-message "Heaven" series: Heaven Series
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Sunday Sermon - wk03
Be sure to bring your Alone With God journal to church so you can take notes, write key points and verses, and pray for the week ahead. If you can't attend church, please watch the message below and use your journal page. Join Daisy and Tricia in this brief journal guide. (3 min)
Real Earth, Real Bodies Real Earth, Real Bodies
Heaven series Heaven series
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Grateful - wk04
Start your day with praise and day 6 in your journal: What Am I Grateful For This Week? Join Daisy for prayer and Tricia as she walks through this brief journal guide.
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Grateful - wk03
It's always good to give thanks to God. The "What Am I Grateful For This Week?" page in your journal is made for exactly that. Join Pastor Dave as he walks through this page and prays the promise from Philippians 4:19.
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Grateful - wk02
This is the day of the week when we stop, reflect, and write down what we are grateful to God for. Join Pastor Dave as he focuses on Colossians 3:15 and walks through this guided journal page. (5 min)
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Sunday Sermon - wk01
"Sermon Notes" is day 7 in the Alone With God journal. This journal is compact and designed to carry with your Bible to church so you can take notes and jot down key verses and prayers for the coming week. If you aren't able to make it to a service today, please watch or listen to the message below, and use your journal page. Join Pastor Dave as he shares this journal guide and prayer. (4 min)
Carried To The Table - Part 1: https://wordbymail.com/2-samuel-9-1-13-sermon-carried-to-the-table-part-1
Be sure to watch Part 2 here: https://wordbymail.com/2-samuel-9-13-sermon-carried-to-the-table-part-2
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Journal - Treasure - wk08
What are the things in our lives that represent the quality and the contents of our hearts? What do we value, and does it align with our obedience to God? Where are our hearts? Join Daisy in this journal guide focused on Matthew 6:21 and spend time alone with God today.
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This Week - wk02
The "This Week" page in your Alone With God journal is designed for you to begin your week by focusing on your prayers and doing some spiritual planning. Join Pastor Dave as he prays "straight ahead" for the week and walks through this important page.
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Trust in The Lord 042
What does it LOOK LIKE when you are trusting completely in the Lord? If you need to dive into what God’s Word says about trusting in the Lord then stay tuned and grab your Bible
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Encountering The Father - wk10
Your testimony is most likely a story of love and grace, what Jesus has done in your life, and how you were one way and now are another. It is important to remember where we were before Christ's love changed us. Are we inspiring others to follow Jesus? In this brief Encountering The Father audio guide, Daisy reflects on the subject of "Your Testimony." (2 min)
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Journal - In The Midst of Battles - wk14
What do we do in the midst of battles? One of our jobs is to boast in the Lord and praise him for things he will do, and continue to praise him, no matter the outcome of our circumstances. Join Daisy in this journal guide focused on 2 Chronicles 20:20.
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Journal - Needs - wk13
Do we believe God really supplies our every need, or are we relying on ourselves, worrying about where or how they will be met? There is peace when we remember God's rich provision in our lives. Join Daisy in this audio guide focused on Philippians 4:19. (5 min)
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This Week - wk7
Join Daisy and Tricia in this journal guide as they set the focus for the "This Week" page in your Alone With God journal. Daisy meditates and shares from Mark 4:38-39.
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Journal - Hope 01 - wk10
When we feel discouraged, when our heart is in turmoil, God has not changed. We must make the unwavering commitment to put our hope in God and make the choice to praise him again. Join Pastor Dave in this journal guide from Psalm 42 as he focuses on hope.
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Encountering The Father - wk04
Day Five in the Alone With God journal is for an Encountering The Father reflection. On this page, the focus is on what God is doing in your alone time with him. Join Tricia for a brief overview of the page and an encouraging verse and prayer from Deuteronomy 31.
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Sunday Sermon - wk02
The "Sermon Notes" page in your Alone With God journal is for you to take notes and write down key points and verses from your church service today. There is also a place for a prayer for your coming week. If you can't make it to church today, please watch or listen to the message below and use your journal page. Join Tricia as she shares this journal guide and prays from Psalm 92.
Heaven is Real https://wordbymail.com/revelation-21-1-8-sermon-series-heaven-is-real
Heaven series https://wordbymail.com/heaven
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Encountering The Father - wk03
Designed for you to focus on what God has been doing in your life in the past week, the Encountering The Father page is an integral part of your alone time with God. Join Tricia as she walks through this page and prays a blessing from Numbers 6:24-26.
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Grateful - wk01
The "What Am I Grateful For This Week" page in your Alone With God journal is designed for you to look back on your week and think about how God has answered your prayers. Ask yourself how God has shown up this week, and then consider what you are grateful for. Join Pastor Dave in this journal guide with a prayer from Daisy.
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Encountering The Father - wk01
The "Encountering The Father" page in your Alone With God journal is designed for you to look back over your week and recap how God has revealed himself to you, what verses hit home with you, and note how God is changing your life. Join Pastor Dave as he guides you through this essential page and prays a promise from Proverbs 3:5-6.
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Mini-Devo - Not Enough
As Daisy shares this mini devotion, reflect on 1 Thessalonians 3:12 - May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else, just as ours does for you.
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This Week - wk01
The "This Week" page in your Alone With God journal is designed for you to begin your week by focusing on your prayers and doing some spiritual planning. You're sure to be blessed by joining Pastor Dave as he walks through this important page and focuses on Galatians 5:22-23 for the week ahead.
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