Tag Archives: affliction

A Chain Link of Control

Posted on June 1, 2015 by Kim Armstrong The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. (1) Words that attack or injure people are hurtful methods of control. Manipulation, control, and verbal abuse are … Continue reading

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God Will Make A Way

“…Do not be afraid, for I have ransomed you. I have called you by name; you are Mine. When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. … Continue reading

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A Golden Opportunity

“Pure and undefiled religion in the sight of our God and Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their distress, and to keep oneself unstained by the world.” (1) Pure religion is seeking a vertical relationship with God. When … Continue reading

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A Gift, a Loss, and God’s Story

“…weeping may go on all night, but joy comes with the morning. You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing. You have taken away my clothes of mourning and clothed me with joy, that I might sing praises to You … Continue reading

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Comforters and Prayer Warriors

“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in our affliction so that we will be able to comfort those who are in any affliction … Continue reading

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Grace Precepts

“He giveth more grace as the burdens grow greater. He sendeth more strength as the labors increase. To added affliction He addeth His mercy. To multiplied trials He multiplied peace. When we have exhausted our store of endurance, when our … Continue reading

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The Distinctiveness of God’s Character

“The LORD is gracious and compassionate; slow to anger and rich in love.” (1) God is like no other. He stands apart, above any other. His nature and traits are separate than ours. He shows greater compassion, mercy and grace … Continue reading

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Biblical Perspective in Life’s Calamities

“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are Your ways My ways,” says the Lord. “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways higher than your ways, and My thoughts than your thoughts.” (1) … Continue reading

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