“The next day, the news that Jesus was on the way to Jerusalem swept through the city. A large crowd of Passover visitors took palm branches and went down the road to meet him. They shouted, ‘Praise God! Blessings on the one who comes in the name of the Lord!Hail to the King of Israel’ (John …
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DON’T WORRY
Are you having a day filled with anxiety and worry? Here is some advice from a man confined to prison and facing execution. “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again-rejoice! Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon. Don’t worry about …
DEAR GOD, WHAT ARE YOU DOING?
Is it difficult to follow God’s lead because you don’t understand what He means, where He is leading you, or what He is doing? You are not alone. In one of the most critical periods in history, Jesus’ disciples found themselves in a similar situation. When You Don’t Understand What God is Doing One day, …
NOBODY’S GREATER
Our four-year-old granddaughter and I were in my car navigating through the heavy, Northern Virginia traffic. We listened to gospel music as we rode. However, I paid little attention to the music. In addition to the traffic, my mind was on several challenges I was facing that week. I was suddenly aware of my granddaughter’s sweet …
YOU CAN DO THIS!
Do You Struggle with Negative Thinking? A lifetime of fear, shame, and other harmful emotions can lead to chronic negative thinking. Here are just a few examples of what fuels persistent negative thoughts. Unresolved anger, shame, and other harmful emotions. Becoming too consumed with what others are doing that may not concern you. Mistreatment from others or being in …
7 BIBLE VERSES FOR DESTROYING THE IDOL OF PERFECTIONISM
Today’s re-edited post is about perfectionism, which is one of my most significant challenges. Meanwhile, I pray you will also benefit from these 7 Bible verses for beating unhealthy professionalism. Take care. Stay Safe. Selma & SDT 7 BIBLE VERSES FOR DESTROYING THE IDOL OF PERFECTIONISM Do you never want to disappoint others? Do everything …
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OUR BACK-TO-SCHOOL PRAYER
Father God, Thank you for your love and grace to us. We are asking for your protection and these blessings for our children as they return to school: Keep them safe from those who would harm them physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Protect them from COVID-19, and if any become infected with the disease, please heal …
CONFRONTED BY RUDE STRANGERS?
Here’s How to Maintain Your Peace When was the last confrontation you had with a stranger? Did a road-rage bully provoke you? A rude store clerk? An annoying customer? A friend of a friend’s Facebook comment? Whatever the case, you can prevent a rude encounter from destroying your peace by transforming your thinking. Read on. …
ARE YOU PREPARED FOR THE STORM?
It’s hurricane season again! Even as the tropical system develops far out in the oceans, we prepare for its potential threat. We also have a plan to survive its impact.
Likewise, how much more should we prepare for the storms that will eventually happen in our lives? Do we live stressed out because of what might happen in the future? When difficult times and challenging people confront us, do we allow our peace to be destroyed?
WHAT KIND OF FRIENDS DO YOU HAVE?
Excerpted From: Daily Recovery Readings – June 23 – Just for Today Meditations This morning I read a vital life lesson from Alcoholics Anonymous’ Daily Recovery Readings. I immediately shared it with our children and now with you – my SDT family. So, here it is, and may God bless you as you continue to live …