Moments of Peace for the Morning

Description

Inspirational Thoughts and Prayers to Begin Your DaySelected lines of Scripture motivate readers to use the gifts God has given. This Moments of Peace book will encourage readers of all ages.

Sujets

• Philosophie et théologie

Informations

• Publié par: Baker Publishing Group
• Date de parution: 01 janvier 2006
• Nombre de lectures: 4
• EAN13: 9781441233004
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 1 Mo

Extrait

Moments of Peace for the Morning Copyright © 2005 by GRQ, Inc. Brentwood, Tennessee
Published by Bethany House Publishers 11400 Hampshire Avenue South Bloomington, Minnesota 55438 www.bethanyhouse.com
Bethany House Publishers is a division of Baker Publishing Group, Grand Rapids, Michigan. www.bakerpublishinggroup.com
Scripture quotations noted AMP are from The Amplified Bible, Old Testament. Copyright © 1965, 1987 by The Zondervan Corporation. The Amplified New Testament, copyright © 1954, 1958, 1987 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission.
Scripture quotations noted CEV are from The Contemporary English Version. Copyright © 1991, 1992, 1995 by American Bible Society. Used by permission.
Scripture quotations noted ESV are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Scripture quotations noted GNT are from the Good News Translation, Second Edition, copyright © 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Scripture quotations noted HCSB have been taken from the Holman Christian Standard Bible,® Copyright © 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Holman Christian Standard Bible,® Holman CSB® and HCSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers.
Scripture quotations noted MSG are from The Message. Copyright © by Eugene H. Peterson 1993, 1994, 1995. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.
Scripture quotations noted NASB are from the New American Standard Bible, ® copyright © 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission.
Scripture quotations noted NCV are from the Holy Bible, New Century Version, copyright © 1987, 1988, 1991 by Word Publishing, a division of Thomas Nelson, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
Scripture quotations noted NIV are from the Holy Bible, New International Version. ® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House. All rights reserved.
Scripture quotations noted NKJV are from the New King James Version. Copyright © 1979, 1980, 1982, Thomas Nelson, Inc., Publishers. All rights reserved.
Scripture quotations noted NLT are from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.
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eISBN 978-1-4412-3300-4
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Editor: Lila Empson Associate Editor: Natasha Sperling Writer: Jennifer Rosania Design: Thatcher Design, Nashville, Tennessee

CONTENTS

Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication

Introduction
To Share His Love
God Understands
Greeting the Savior
The Delight of Blessing
This Is Your Time
The Battle Belongs to God
For the Right Moment
Prepared, Not Forgotten
Whatever He Wants
No Way but Up
A Servant First
A Letter of Recommendation
The Words That Improve
Receiving the Message
Knowing Him Is Eternal
Asking for Help
Of Disciplines and Victories
Living in the Light
The Fabric of the Everlasting
It Was Very Good
The Delight of Creating
The Name of Joy
In His Hands
None Other Beside Him
As Soon as You Prayed
A Long March
His Treasure
Of God or Men?
Humbly Accepting His Teaching
Choosing the Influence
By His Spirit
A Better Perspective
Paul, a Prisoner
Wholehearted Work
A Courageous Life
The Defender Sees
Growing Closer With Forgiveness
Practice and Perfection
What Grows From Your Tears
Exalt Him
A Heavenly Accord
A Unique Peace
Encouraged and Hopeful
Unchanging Heavenly Light
Out of the Deep
When Others Seek Your Kindness
A Work of His Hands
You Have Your Being
A Hearing Stance
Of Your Word
Get Unstuck and Believe
Steadfast Trust
Strong in the Lord
Better Than Sacrifice
Loving Living
Are You His?
Winning With Praise
An Opportunity to Build
Anticipating a Glorious Future
Seeing His Face
Nothing at All
Absolutely Possible
He Knows the Way
More Power Than That?
Empowering for Good
An Intermission to Your Dreams
He Cares for You
Finding Mercy
The Blessed Believe to See
Remember
A Way Out
Slow to React
Unconditional
An Attitude of Love
A Hopeful Expectancy
Giving Thanks for You
On Your Side
Seek and Pursue
To Soar as Eagles
Lord, I Know You Will
Before and Behind
An Easy Yoke
Even Greater
Unfailing Compassion
What Counts
He Will Remember
From Few to Many
Seeing to Believe?
Because He Is
Lawful Versus Helpful
Show Me, Lord
Your Best
Seeing Your Joy Complete
A Merry Face
Security in His Word
Making Peace
Big Obstacles
Believe God
Glorious Provision
Seasons of Blessings
His Work Is Wonderful
With You to the End
Gentle Reminder
The One Who Defends You
Indelibly Engraved
God Will Deliver You
Without Fault
Endorsements
Expressing It to Him
Just As You Are
Again I Say Rejoice!
He Is Your Joy
Streams of Tranquility
Pray Believing
A New Thing
Mutual Encouragement
Even Under Siege
The Amazing Giver
I Will See His Goodness
His Good Name
The Gentle Shepherd
His Will Be Done
Purely the Truth
A Secure Hold
So That It Go Well
Remember the Dry Ground
Such Love
No Fear in Love
A Spring of Strength
Discouraged?
Peace Through Faith
Blessed Is the Believer
In the Stillness
A Good Crop
Impacting the World
The Face of Forgiveness
The Sacred and the Sifting
Of Silver and Gold
So Real to Me
An Excellent Guide
A Flawless Record
A Faithful Bridge Builder
An Inner Preparation
With Your Head Held High
A Good Future
Like the Eagle
No Eye Has Seen
Then I Am Strong
Write It Down
Not Because of Your Merit
A Promise Proven True
Fully Assured
The Least and Him
A Beautiful Message
Setting the Standard
Bringing Out the Best
Keep Watch With Me
Seasoned With Grace
Bound by Love and Faithfulness
His Steadfast Love
Mandatory Barriers
Seeing the Power of God
Hearing Your Heart
Before You Knew
From Wailing to Dancing
Above the Ark
Perfect Peace
Why It Happened
An Answer Is Coming
Wrestling With Time
Searchable Secrets
Openhearted
Introduction

Good morning. Thank you for beginning your day with God.
Just as when you nourish your body with a hearty, healthy breakfast, feeding your soul with God’s grace will renew and refresh you for the hours ahead. There is nothing that will affect your life in such a powerful and satisfying way as seeking God first thing in the morning.
These brief meditations have been fashioned to encourage you and give you hope. Some days, your faith will be reassured. Other days, you will be emboldened to live it out. Yet every morning you will experience the wonderful goodness of God.
Though it is impossible to describe the profound depth of God’s love for you, you will grow to understand and appreciate it more as you spend time with your beloved Creator. He will empower you in difficult times, inspire you to meet challenges, and support you when you simply need to trust him. Undoubtedly, the Bible will guide you, his grace will comfort you, and his love will provide you with the strength to make it through the day.
God is waiting to fill you with joy and assure you that he is with you every step of your way.

Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul. P SALM 143:8 NIV
Moments of Peace for the Morning
The Lord God gives me the right words to encourage the weary. Each morning he awakens me eager to learn his teaching. I SAIAH 50:4 CEV
To Share His Love


In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. G ENESIS 1:1 NLT
In the beginning, God—who is limitless in power, wisdom, and love—wanted one thing. He wanted someone with whom to share his love. So he set about creating the universe.
Words flowed from his mouth, forming planets and stars, continents and oceans. Yet as detailed and amazing as they were, they were only the stage for his dearest and best creation: you.
God created everything needed for you to live and for him to express his love to you. And he created you in his image—with a heart that could accept his love and reciprocate it.
God wants to share himself with you. Today, open your heart to him.

D ear God, thank you for creating such an amazing universe and for loving me. Help me to know your love and show you love in return. Amen.

Let them all praise the name of the L ORD ! He commanded, and they were created. P SALM 148:5 GNT
God Understands


We do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses . H EBREWS 4:15 NKJV
Some days you may feel that no one appreciates the unique pressures you face. And perhaps you are in such an exceptional situation that very few really could. God, however, knows you intimately and cares about what concerns you.
God knows the hidden thoughts of your heart and can see your circumstances from an allencompassing viewpoint. He also knows how you feel when you are emotionally spent.
Always remember that God understands you very well—even better than you know yourself—and can help you overcome any challenge you face. Take heart today by trusting in him.

D ear God, thank you for understanding and loving me. Help me to always remember that—no matter what happens—you will help me through.Amen.

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