God teaches us to be more mindful of the present by reminding us what is important in the future. He offers wisdom about his eternal nature, sin, forgiveness, and the purposes he has for us.
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Life is a heavy load to carry these days. I am weary. I bet you are too. The concerns of 2020 keep piling up here–from coronavirus, to economic uncertainty, to racial injustice, to damaging weather patterns, to catastrophic wildfires, to religion, to politics. On and on it goes. All the stress caused by current events
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Wonder, good cheer, and even a prayer can be inspired by the vibrancy of a sunflower. At the end of July, I visited a field of sunflowers in my home state of Iowa. Wow, such a beautiful sight! Giant blooming towers, some stretching above six feet, painted the land yellow as far as my eyes
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Is there a place outdoors where giving God praise comes easily for you? Reiman Gardens, a stunning 17-acre outdoor oasis in central Iowa, is one such place for me. Being immersed in the many trees, plants, and blooms creatively arranged throughout the grounds empties my mind of worry and grants my spirit a joyful lift.
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Yet you, LORD, are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand.Isaiah 64:8 The Potter holds his claywith hands worn and wise.Envisioning a masterpiece,he sees shape under disguise. He gives the clay a say,free will, a choice in how to be made:“Try spinning your own
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