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Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need (Hebrews 4:16).
How did I get to this point in life, and how will I keep moving forward, Lord?
How Do I Do This, Lord? is a devotion on Struggles and Challenges by Mary J Smith, Goldendale, Washington, originally published by Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, 2023.
This devotion is also available as a free downloadable PDF at https://www.lwml.org/posts/devotion/how-do-i-do-this-lord.
Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
Wednesday Jan 03, 2024
So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God (1 Corinthians 10:31).
Your calendar is already full. How then can you balance all that is required?
Balancing Act is a devotion on Christian Living by Past LWML President Gloria Edwards, Portola Valley, California, originally published by Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, 2019.
This devotion is also available as a free downloadable PDF at https://www.lwml.org/posts/devotion/balancing-act.
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
Devotion on Comfort and Hope, Winter, Colossians 3:16–17. 2 pages.
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him (Colossians 3:16–17).
Have you made any New Year’s Resolutions? Have you resolved to exercise more? Eat more healthy food? Adjust your behavior or attitude? Spend less (or give more)? Get better organized? Here is God’s Word for you.
New Year, New You? by Linda Koch, San Diego, California
Published by the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, 2021
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Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Devotion on Advent, Luke 1. 1 page.
Many of us get stressed out during the weeks leading up to Christmas-so much to do, so little time. It doesn't have to be that way. Mary, the mother of Jesus, can be an example for our Christmas preparations.
How did Mary prepare when she learned she would have a role in the first Christmas? First Mary humbly submitted to God's plan. Then, she rejoiced as she looked forward to the first Christmas.
How Mary Prepared for the First Christmas by Colleen Spahr, Superior, Colorado
Published by Lutheran Women's Missionary League 2013
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Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Wednesday Dec 13, 2023
Devotion on Advent, Christmas, Relationships with others, Service, 1 John 4:9–11. 2 pages.
This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another (1 John 4:9–11 NIV).
As we eagerly await the birth of the Christ Child, our days are filled with preparation. We decorate our Christmas trees and our homes; shop for gifts; send Christmas cards; bake the family-favorite cookies; attend Advent services, choir rehearsals, and program practices; entertain guests; plus a dozen other things!
Growing tired and weary from the stress and busyness of the season may cause us to be less than loving. At those times our attention is often focused on getting everything done just perfectly rather than on the Christ Child, whose birth is the real reason for celebration.
Love Explained, written by Pat Biar, Nederland, Texas
Copyright © 2007, revised 2023 Lutheran Women’s Missionary League. All rights reserved.
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Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Devotion on Joy in the Journey, Matthew 5:16. 3 pages.
In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven (Matthew 5:16).
We receive our power to shine from the Son of God, who is the light of the world and the light within us, giving us His power to reflect His joy, peace, and love to all around us.
Shine by Linda Koch, San Diego, California
Copyright © 2021, Lutheran Women’s Missionary League. All Rights Reserved.
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Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Devotion on Christian Living, Psalm 21:6. 2 pages.
For you make him most blessed forever; you make him glad with the joy of your presence (Psalm 21:6).
When most of us think of blessings, we think of the happy times. But are our blessings always positive? Consider it this way. Can a negative experience be a blessing?
Fountains of Blessings by Katy Gifford, Falls City, Nebraska
Published by the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League 2013
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Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Devotion on Servant, Service, Christian Living, Mark 10:45. 1 page.
“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45).
When we ask young ones what they want to be when they grow up, they might say a policeman, a fireman, an actress, or a bookkeeper. It’s doubtful that many would say they want to be a servant. A servant! That is just what our Lord Jesus chose to be.
Jesus, the Servant by Dottie Simonides, Madison, Connecticut
Published by the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, 2017
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Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Devotion on Struggles & Challenges, Trust, Isaiah 41:10. 2 pages.
fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand (Isaiah 41:10).
We live in a world with many challenges to face each and every day. Sometimes these challenges can be overwhelming, resulting in distress that creates a sense of fear. … That, in turn, often results in worry or anxiety — one of Satan’s favorite tools.
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Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Devotion on Joy in the Journey, Discipleship, Witnessing, Luke 5:5, 10. 1 page.
Simon answered, “Master, we’ve worked hard all night and haven’t caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the nets.” … Then Jesus said to Simon, “Don’t be afraid; from now on you will catch men” (Luke 5:5, 10).
The call to discipleship did not end with the Twelve. Each one of us blessed by faith through the gift of the Spirit is also both called and enabled by God to follow our leader, Jesus. Will you trust Him to make you one of His “fishermen”?
Cast Your Net – Again by Rita Soeken, Evansville, Indiana
Published by Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, 2015