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Christian Devotional – June 9, 2016
Read Hebrews chapter 12 VERSE: Hebrews 12:3–Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. TRUTH: It’s no secret that Jesus Christ endured hardship and difficulties. At every turn, he encountered people who were trying to trip Him up or seeking to kill Him. We must realize that if we are going to seek to be like Jesus then people will treat us in the same way that they treated Him. Still, it’s no fun to go through trials and difficulties and if we are not careful, we’ll find ourselves getting beaten down and discouraged with all that we are experiencing.…
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Christian Devotional – November 6, 2013
VERSE: Nehemiah 4:4–Hear us, our God, for we are despised. Turn their insults back on their own heads. Give them over as plunder in a land of captivity. TRUTH: The people were doing what God had led them to do, yet they were meeting with opposition and insults. They didn’t stop the work, they simply kept moving forward and doing what they have been told. They took their concerns to God and Nehemiah prayed that He would protect them. When we encounter opposition, are we praying and turning the opposition over to God? He is the one who offers protection and will take care of us. RESPONSE: Father, when I encounter…