Blessings for the Evening

Susie Larson

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Be Blessed Tonight Feel the concerns of your day fade away through the reassuring promises of God. These blessings offer refreshment to your soul and a biblical perspective to your thoughts.Borne from Susie Larson's own bouts with nighttime worries, each blessing and related Scripture is a daily, soothing reminder of God's love and mercy."May the Lord show you His favor and give you His peace."

Sujets

• Philosophie et théologie

Informations

• Publié par: Baker Publishing Group
• Date de parution: 01 octobre 2013
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781441263322
• Langue: English

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Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
J OHN 14:27 NIV

© 2013 by Susie Larson
Published by Bethany House Publishers
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ISBN 978-1-4412-6332-2
Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the Holy Bible , New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2007 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.
Scripture quotations identified HCSB are from the Holman Christian Standard Bible, copyright 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission.
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Cover design by Brand Navigation
Interior design and art direction by Paul Higdon
Author is represented by The Steve Laube Agency
To my mom, Pat Erickson, and Kev’s dad, Dean Larson, who lost their beloved spouses this year
May the promised blessing of seeing your loved ones again bring comfort and encouragement to your souls. Love you so much.
To Jesus May You breathe fresh life into every soul who picks up this book. Knowing that we get to spend eternity with You is the greatest blessing of all. You’re our greatest treasure.
Contents
Cover
Epigraph
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
To You, My Friend
Blessings for the Evening
God’s Unshakable Love
A Brand-New You
The Lord’s Goodness
Seeing and Hearing God
Heaven Is on Your Side
A Healthy Rhythm
Sowing and Reaping
Stepping Out
Fresh Joy, Fresh Faith
A Renewed Life
Christ in Focus
The Battle Is the Lord’
Abounding Grace
Hearing God’s Voice
An Eternal Perspective
Love in Action
Gritty Faith
Rest for the Weary
Equipped for Victory
God Is Working for You
A Personal Revival
Let God Carry the Load
Covered by God
Coming Against the Enemy
He Is Faithful
Right Place, Right Time
The Rock
Grateful Living
From Fearful to Joyful
Freedom in Christ
Praises to the Most High
A Heavenly Aim
A Fruitful Life
Step-by-Step With God
Your New Future
A Mighty Move of God
Sacred Moments
Tomorrow’s Promise
Secure in Christ
Living With Expectancy
Good Gifts
Mighty to Save
A Peace Offering
A Shield of Love
A Thankful Heart
Your Story and God’s
A Full-of-Life Life
Through God’s Eyes
Fully Restored
While You Rest
Purpose in Every Step
A Quiet Place
A Better Tomorrow
You Can Rely on Him
Fearing God, Not Man
Following His Lead
God Is for You
Abundant Living and Giving
Harvest Time
Valued
Beyond Imagination
God Will Lead You
Faith-Filled Eyes
Rooted in Love
Reaping Results
Life-Giving Water
Facing Down Fears
Your Defender and Protector
Shelter in the Storm
Glimpses of Glory
When You’d Rather . . .
United With Christ
Incomparable Power
An Ever-Present Help
When You Are Weak
A Godly Inheritance
Desires of Your Heart
The Right Focus
Created for Good
Healing Joy
New Heights
In (and From) God’s Hands
Tenacious Faith
Your Divine Purpose
Unhurried Days
A Secure Heart
Morning Mercies
From Impossible to Possible
Release Your Burdens
An Unlimited Supply
Blessings for Specific Needs and Occasions
Sabbath Rest
Grief
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas
Spiritual Warfare
Disappointment
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Back Cover
To You, My Friend
God loves you with an everlasting love. He is faithful, wise, and true. He is a miracle-working, soul-saving, life-transforming God. And He cares deeply about you.
As you work your way through these pages, may you grow to know on a much deeper level what you possess when you have Christ. He is above all, in all, and through all. He is the way, the truth, and the life. He promises never to leave you, never to forsake you, and never to let go of your hand. Life on earth is hard sometimes, but life with God is always good, always beautiful, and forever eternal. The Lord wants you to last long and finish strong, and He’s the one who will keep you strong to the end.
May these blessings be yours in every way.
Susie Larson
One more thing: Don’t miss the blessings near the end of the book for specific needs and occasions, including Sabbath Rest, Grief, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas, Spiritual Warfare, and Disappointment.
Blessings for the Evening
God’s Unshakable Love

I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord.
R OMANS 8:38–39
May the Lord awaken you to fresh and powerful revelations of His love.
May He stir in you a deep desire to read His Word and stand on His promises.
May He lift you up so you can see your life from His perspective.
May He put a joy in your heart that makes you glad and others smile.
And tonight, may you wrap yourself up in this wonderful truth: Absolutely nothing can separate you from His love!
Sleep well.
A Brand-New You

There is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus. And because you belong to him, the power of the life-giving Spirit has freed you from the power of sin that leads to death. . . . The Spirit of God, who raised Jesus from the dead, lives in you. And just as God raised Christ Jesus from the dead, he will give life to your mortal bodies by this same Spirit living within you.
R OMANS 8:1–2, 11
May God’s opinion matter far more to you than man’s opinion.
May His dreams for you speak louder than your fears.
May His forgiveness wash over every sin from your past.
And may you rise up in the morning with the knowledge that He’s made you brand-new, through and through.
No spot or stain on you!
Rest well tonight.
The Lord’s Goodness

You are my God, and I will praise you; you are my God, and I will exalt you. Give thanks to the L ORD , for he is good; his love endures forever.
P SALM 118:28–29 NIV
May the Lord bless you with deep, nourishing sleep tonight.
May you wake up fresh and renewed, ready to face the day.
May you find the time to pause in His presence, listen for His voice, and give Him thanks for all He’s done and for all He’s about to do.
You are His beloved, and He is yours.
His banner over you is love!
Sleep well tonight.
Seeing and Hearing God

Your eyes are blessed because they do see, and your ears because they do hear!