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Ukemeobong Michael replied to the discussion Diligent devotion – developing personal intimacy with God in the forum Christian Living 5 years ago
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Thanks Philip for this. Thats true. The word piety has been lost. Growing up we heard the term Pious man a lot but it seems to be a forgotten or archaic term. I think setting a practical target and growing from there helps.
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Ukemeobong Michael replied to the discussion Diligent devotion – developing personal intimacy with God in the forum Christian Living 5 years ago
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Thank you Jefferson. I think these are practical suggestions. I like the part of using your commute time as well. Yes it is amazing to see how devoted Daniel was despite being the Governor of governors. I think he formed it into a habit just like brushing the teeth or eating food. We tend to struggle now because there’s so much…
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Becca to Feng, Nia, Philip, Willy Y. Jefferson and Marlin 5 years ago
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THE BUMMER LAMB
Every once in a while, a ewe will give birth to a lamb and reject it. If the lamb is returned to the ewe, the mother may even kick the poor animal away. Once a ewe rejects one of her lambs, she will never change her mind.
These little lambs will hang their heads so low that it looks like something is wrong with its… Read more
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Touching story! what a good shepherd we have
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He really cares for our need 🙌🏽
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@becca-r That’s very inspirational and thought-provoking. You have to know the love of God to experience it. GOD already loves us but we don’t feel it sometimes because we haven’t drawn closer to Him. ✅
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I love this story, Rebecca! For some reason it makes me think about my intimate relationship with God instead of the stories I make up on my mind! Thank u for sharing.
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I’m glad everyone enjoyed it !!!!
Sometimes we need a reminder of how loved we are ♥️
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Nia replied to the discussion Diligent devotion – developing personal intimacy with God in the forum Christian Living 5 years ago
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Thanks, @Michael! Great post and questions.
Simply put, the biggest challenge to my morning devotion routine is waking up on time and staying awake! It’s always been a struggle for me because I am naturally a night person. Most recently, motherhood has exacerbated the challenge because I am more physically tired when I’m pregnant or nursing… Read more
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Philip replied to the discussion Diligent devotion – developing personal intimacy with God in the forum Christian Living 5 years ago
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Consistency is they key to a powerful prayer and devotional life. God respects history. When we come into His presence, our history with Him in prayer gives us an edge. When you are consistent, your spirit becomes filled with faith and the power of the Holy Ghost just like you one becomes physically fit over time by exercising consistently.…
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