• Gratitude Changes Us
    Nov 22 2024
    Did you know, according to an article by UCLA Health, practicing gratitude helps reduce depression and anxiety, it improves sleep, and even improves heart health?

    There’s so many benefits to taking a posture of gratitude!

    1 Thessalonians says,

    Rejoice always, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

    Thankfulness is a form of inwardly rejoicing, being humbled by the gifts we’ve received in our lives. God is the giver of all those good gifts. He is the one worthy of our gratitude, worthy of our rejoicing.

    Maybe it’s been a while since you talked to God. Ask God for what you need and thank Him for the many blessings in your life. Listen then for His voice, and know that He loves you relentlessly.

    Remember, there is always hope with God. This is Andrew Palau.

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  • The Great Giver
    Nov 21 2024
    We can so easily believe the lie that God is a taker, not a giver, especially when pain walks through our door, or grief, or disappointment.

    When our world falls apart, we wonder… what kind of God are you? You might be like me, and you pray, God, I used to believe that you were a giver, and now I’m worried that you’re a taker.

    How do we re-orient ourselves? There’s only one way. Look at HIM. Remember what He has done. Remember who He is. Remember what He’s promised. Remember that He is the ultimate giver.

    He gave everything- His very own son. He knows you, and He loves you. And He says, I’ll never leave you.

    Always remember, there is hope with God.

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  • Father of Lights
    Nov 20 2024
    Where do the good things in your life come from?

    You may think that the good things in your life happened as a result of your hard work and dedication. Or through the kindness of others, but there’s so much more to the story.

    There’s someone who sees you and He knows you, and He loves you. Someone who has a good plan and purpose for your life.

    You know, it is God.

    The Bible says,

    Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.

    Your life and the blessings you’ve experienced are not a coincidence. God is the source of all good things and He is drawing you to Himself.

    You can ask Him today to make Himself known to you. Just say, “God, I want You to be the Lord of my life. Reveal Yourself to me. Help me to know You. Thank You. In Jesus name, Amen.”

    Remember, there is always hope with God. This is Andrew Palau.

    Bible Reference: James 1:17

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  • Follow My Heart
    Nov 19 2024
    Have you heard people say, if you follow your heart, you can’t go wrong?

    I don’t know about you, but my heart is so often confused or conflicted.

    And sometimes my heart is just hard.

    Jesus says: Follow me. Know me. Come with me. I know exactly what’s in your heart and I still love you.

    The Psalms remind us to not follow our hearts, but to speak to our hearts, to remind our hearts of what is true, who God is. What has He said about Himself and about us? To look to Him, remember Him.

    Maybe today is the day you stop following your heart and you decide to follow Jesus, the King of kings, the Creator of the universe.

    Always remember, there is hope with God.

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  • Who do you thank?
    Nov 18 2024
    As Thanksgiving approaches in the United States, there is a renewed focus on gratitude.

    Families and friends plan gatherings to celebrate the abundance of their life, schoolchildren write about what they’re thankful for.

    Think about this with me…what are you thankful for? Maybe you’re thankful for your friends, your health, your family. Maybe something unexpectedly good happened recently. Maybe you’re just grateful to be alive!

    Who do you thank for the good things in your life? I believe they came from God. He knows you. He cares for you. And it is right to think of every good thing in your life as a personal gift to you.

    Philippians 4 tells us, Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all that he has done.

    Will you take a moment right now to thank God for all the good things in your life today?

    Remember, there is always hope with God. This is Andrew Palau.

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  • A Welcoming Kingdom
    Nov 15 2024
    What is the kingdom of God?

    There are so many different ways to describe it. But most of all, it is a place that lives in people—those who choose to love God the way God loves and follow His ways. These people spread God’s kingdom wherever they go.

    Here’s what Jesus said in Mark chapter 4,

    “How can I describe the Kingdom of God? What story should I use to illustrate it? It is like a mustard seed planted in the ground. It is the smallest of all seeds, but it becomes the largest of all the garden plants; it grows long branches, even the birds can make nests in its shade.”

    God’s kingdom, it’s a growing family, it’s an expanding community, and it’s a welcoming kingdom. Because of the cross of Jesus Christ, you can receive this gift and it will last forever.

    Remember, there is always hope with God. This is Andrew Palau.

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  • My Happiness
    Nov 14 2024
    We all believe some version of the lie that my happiness should be my first priority.

    The problem is that seeking my own happiness is an endless pursuit; happiness comes and goes daily.

    God has a different way for us, He says: Find yourself and you lose everything. Find me and you find everything.

    Jesus said it this way: If you save your life, you’ll lose it. But If you lose your life for me, you’ll find it.

    How do we lose our lives? Simply by saying yes to HIM. Give up the lordship and authority of your life to the One who knows you and loves you and gave everything for you.

    Always remember, there is hope with God.

    "If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake and for the sake of the Good News, you will save it." Mark 8:35

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  • A Kingdom That Lasts
    Nov 13 2024
    My most treasured possession is my dad’s old Bible.

    It’s full of amazing handwritten notes, underlines, marked pages and probably, I’m sure, even his tears as certain passages moved his heart. It’s precious to me. And yet, I know, it’s just a book made of paper and leather. It won’t last forever.

    The thing that lasts? God’s Kingdom and we are invited into it.

    Daniel 7:14 says… His rule is eternal—it will never end. His kingdom will never be destroyed.

    Do you want to be a part of that kingdom? God’s Kingdom? Do you want to meet the One who loves you and will never abandon you?

    Just turn to Him and say, Lord, will you be the king of my heart today? Thank you for the sacrifice of Your son, Jesus on the cross that I could enter in and receive this gift. Amen

    Remember, there is always hope with God. This is Andrew Palau.

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