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When the difficulties of life are growing and becoming unmanageable, remember these four truths to help. Each day the trials we face could bring us down but by turning to Christ, we can make it through.

When Waters Rise and Flames Erupt | Loving Christ Devotional

March 26 by Julie Pfeifer 2 Comments

When Waters Rise and Flames Erupt   Scripture Reading: Isaiah 43:2 (NIV) When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze Look around you. Go ahead, I’ll wait. Look at what is around you. No, not the laundry piling … [Read more...]

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Feeling guilty when our homes aren't 'perfect' can cause additional stress on us. It's time to let that go and know that who we are in Christ matters most.

Are You Tired of Feeling Guilty, Too?

March 19 by Julie Pfeifer 2 Comments

Feeling Guilty If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. Romans 8:1-4 Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death. For what the law was powerless to do because it was weakened … [Read more...]

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The mustard seed represents how something small and insignificant can grow into something great.  Goals can begin small and seem insignificant, but goals established by God will thrive in expected places.

Lessons from the Mustard Seed on Setting Goals

January 29 by Julie Pfeifer 2 Comments

Lessons from the Mustard Seed | Setting Goals   He replied, “Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” Matthew 17:20 (NIV). Jesus spoke to his followers in parables, or short stories that use familiar things to teach … [Read more...]

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With a loving Christ connected to us, in tandem with Him, we can have the strength and confidence we need to accomplish exactly what we set out to do.

Taking a Leap of Faith | In Tandem with Jesus

October 23 by Julie Pfeifer Leave a Comment

Taking a Leap of Faith | In Tandem with Jesus   Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Philippians 4:13 Christ gives me the strength to face anything. Originally published February 2013 - Updated and revised October 2017 Taking the Leap of Faith at Bear River … [Read more...]

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I think about the way He moves me each moment of my day. Who am I in Him? No fear of failure holds me back in living the life I love because He loves me.

The Way He Moves Me | Loving Christ

October 10 by Julie Pfeifer Leave a Comment

How does knowing Christ move and motivate you? Here's how He moves me: I think about the way He moves me each moment of my day. Who am I in Him? How can I live His love through my actions? No fear of failure holds me back in living the life I love because He loves me. Ephesians 6:7 Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not people… A few years ago, I sat in a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Encouragement, Living Faith Tagged With: being motivated, christian devotional, devotional, devotions about motivation, God, motivation

Hope Blooms Eternal -In the same way that God’s creation restarts fresh, God’s grace allows us to be reborn! That's the message of hope found in 2 Cor 5:17:

Hope Blooms Eternal | Loving Christ Devotional

May 1 by Julie Pfeifer Leave a Comment

Hope Blooms Eternal  I love Spring!  As the weather gets warmer, I can see tender green buds peeking through the ground. The sun warms them and encourages the flowers into full bloom. Front yards are bright with daffodils! Seeing the trees transform with leaves in every shade of green makes me excited about the promise of long summer days, new life, and renewed hope. In the same way that … [Read more...]

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God has created us to do amazing things! Let's think about our purpose and what He’s calling us to do. Are we preparing for it? Are we working on it?

God Created You to Do Amazing Things by Mitzi Neely | Loving Christ

March 27 by Julie Pfeifer Leave a Comment

God Created You to Do Amazing Things by Mitzi Neely I know you'll love this guest post by Mitzi Neely. She stepped in to help me out when I had to miss time blogging due to my need to help my parents when they lost their home in a fire. Mitzi blogs at Peacefully Imperfect. You can also read a previous guest post, Bloom Where You are Planted, from her here at A Loving Christ.  Recently I spent … [Read more...]

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Living settled in an unsettled world isn't easy but when you're in the in-between times like these, God will help you to grow!

A to Z Living Settled in an Unsettled World by Susan Mead | Loving Christ

March 16 by Julie Pfeifer Leave a Comment

A to Z Living Settled in an Unsettled World by Susan Mead    Enjoy this guest post from Susan Mead who stepped in to help me out when I needed to take a little time off writing to help my elderly parents who lost their home in an arson fire. My parents are doing well; the rebuild has begun. As heartbreaking as the fire was, we have truly been blessed in so many ways by friends, family, and … [Read more...]

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