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The Little Things Count

99)  If you want to discern what someone is made of, watch how they handle the little everyday things. If they are faithful, kind and just with these things, you can trust them to be the same way with the big things of life. How do you handle the little things? Luke 16:10
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Hard Words in Perfect Packages

98) There are times when we must address difficult things. The way we package our words gives them power or not. If they’re spewed out in anger, this package is rejected. Jesus spoke such words, packaging them in love because “the greatest of these is love.” Mark 10:21; I Cor 13:13.
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I’m the Greatest

97) The most powerful is not the one with the biggest weapons, strongest muscles or loudest mouth. Jesus said the greatest is the servant; the one who loves others. Love changes others including the one who gives it away.  Matt 20:26-28
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Easier Said than Done

95) Jesus said not to worry but it’s easy because worry is fear in disguise. Some dress up worry as planning ahead; others don’t give it a 2nd thought. If we spend our time getting to know God, we’d realize that He has all these things under His control. Don’t worry!  Matt 6:25-34
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Personalized Treasure Maps

94) We treasure many things & some cannot be bought. We treasure family, friends, pets, jobs, status or reputations. Jesus reminds us that our hearts or priorities reflect what we treasure. What does your treasure map reveal? Matthew 6:21 
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Battling 21st Century Enemies

92)  Some adults model a trend for kids that worries me. They trash-talk their enemies or those who think differently. Matt 5:44 says this is not OK. We are to love & pray for our enemies. Being hateful justifies many of their behaviors. Instead, battle with love & prayer. It’s what God requires and it
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I Am a Murderer

91)  Have I ever been angry at someone? Yes. I am guilty of murder according to Matt 5:22. Why? Because anger is the seed of the action. Though it sidesteps legal consequences, Jesus said the thought is as bad as the deed. Our feelings and treatment of others grows from our thoughts. Read more here.
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Are You Hungry?

90) In Jesus’ day, the blessed were believed to be the powerful & wealthy; Jesus stated otherwise.  Matt 5:6 tells us the blessed are those who are hungry for righteousness (right-ness); these seekers & adopters receive God’s blessings.
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Skeletons in Jesus’ Closet

89) Most families have skeletons; Jesus’ family included: Tamar’s rape; Rahab the prostitute, murdered Uriah’s wife to name a few. It is vital to note that all involved in these “secrets” were covered by grace and forgiveness. The good news is, you are, too!  Matt 1
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Human Frailty

88)  Many in the Bible were asked by God to do impossible things. How cruel would it be if God required something we cannot do without giving us the strength of His spirit to do them? When God gives us tasks, He always give the means to do them.  Zechariah 4:6
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