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Pure Joy

Published on August 17, 2013August 15, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.

James 1:2-4

What are you instructed to consider “pure joy”?
The Spirit is working in you to make you mature and complete. Meditate on this passage and record what the Spirit has e revealed to you about the spirit of joy.

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Joy is Strength

Published on August 16, 2013August 15, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

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“And do not be grieved,
for the joy of The Lord is your strength”
Nehemiah 8:10b

When you are weak…
Your circumstances may not bring you worldly happiness, but you can have the joy of The Lord. Write about how the power of God’s joy can change your outlook on life.

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Joyful in Hope

Published on August 15, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

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“Be joyful in hope,
patient in affliction,
faithful in prayer.”
Romans 12:12 NIV

What does it mean to put your hope in the Lord (Romans 5:1-5)?
Paul shares with you the attitude you should carry as you put your hope in the Lord. Describe the attitude and action you should take.
The gift of the Spirit is joy, but you must put your hope in Him and not earthly things or accomplishments. Is there anything you need to change in your perspective to make room for the hope and joy that comes only from Christ?

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The Gift of the Spirit is Joy

Published on August 14, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

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“This is the day The Lord has made;
let us rejoice and be glad in it.
Psalm 118:24

It is a new day! Let us trust in the Lord today for his joy and strength. Comment on the simplicity of this verse and how you can apply it in your own life.

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The Spirit in You is Joy

Published on August 12, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Deuteronomy 16:13-17

What attitude are we to have as we worship the Lord?
Who is to join in the feast?
This gives us a picture of joyful worship as part of a community. When we bring our gifts with a grateful heart what are we promised?
Verses 16 & 17 instruct us on how to appear before The Lord. What does it tell us?
We need to remember that Joyful giving can include more than just monetary blessings. What gifts has God given you that you can share with joy today?

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God is Love

Published on August 10, 2013August 9, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.com2 Comments

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
1 John 4:7-21

This passage is so deep and rich. I encourage you to seek past just my simple questions and really immerse yourself in these words of truth.

According to this passage, where does love come from?
Because God first loved us, what must we do?
If we live in God then He ____________. “Because he has _________his_________ v. 13.
This gift enables us to testify. What is our testimony?
God’s Spirit enables us to rely on His love. How is God’s love made complete in us and what is the confidence we have in this?
Ultimately we love because ____________. v.19
Paraphrase v. 19 & v.20, but write it from a first person perspective.

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Love is…

Published on August 9, 2013August 9, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Paul tells us what pure love looks like. Read his description in several different translations. Using Paul’s characteristics, write out a list of what your Love should look like.
What characteristic really stands out to you?
Ok-how many weddings have you been to and heard this passage (mine included)? But it applies to more than just your husband or wife. It is how we are to love everyone. Does that change your perspective on love your neighbor?
Ask the Spirit to work in your heart to grow the fruit of love!

Have you heard it?
For King & Country “Proof of Your Love”
http://www.forkingandcountry.com/songs/proof-your-love

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Love Each Other…

Published on August 8, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

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John 17:12-17

Think of how Jesus showed his love in His life and especially in His death. John 15:12 tells us how we are to love. Write it down. Meditate on it. Write about it.
John 17:16 reveals the calling and purpose of every Christian. Write about how that is revealed or should be revealed in your life.
Jesus closes with a simple command. Write it down! Circle it! underline it! Live it!

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The Spirit in You is Love

Published on August 6, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Mark 12:28-31

Write about what it means to love God with all of your heart, soul, mind and strength.
Is that what your love of God looks like?
How can you love your neighbor like yourself?

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The Spirit in You

Published on August 5, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Galatians 5:16-26

Paul tells us exactly what living in the Spirit can save you from – what is it?
Note the acts of a sinful nature. Is God revealing anything to you through this list?
Write down each Fruit of the Spirit.
That life is available to you if you choose to allow the Spirit to work in you. What does Paul tell us about those who belong to Christ?

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