Transformation

Read the Bible with a readiness to surrender everything. Read it with a vulnerable heart. Read it wisely, but understand that reading for transformation is different from reading to find information or to prove a point. Resolve that you will be obedient to the Scriptures

--John Ortberg
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from "Hugs for Everyone" page-a-day calendar for Monday April 7

Providence

God's rich compassion is like an endless stream that brings refreshment and renewal to His beloved children. As you yield yourself to His will, He will work His divine providence to refresh and heal your broken heart.

from "Hugs for the Hurting"
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from "Hugs for Everyone" page-a-day calendar for Tuesday May 27

Faith

Take the first step in faith. You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.

--Martin Luther King, Jr.
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from "Hugs for Everyone" page-a-day calendar for Monday January 20

Worrying

Jesus reminds us that worrying doesn't really get us anywhere. And He has told us that if we will just come to Him, He will give us relief from our burdens (Matthew 11:28). We can ask for His strength to live life one day, one step at a time, and He will gladly give it to us. "Don't worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself" (Matthew 6:34). Keep your eyes focused on God and the love He has for you, and say to yourself, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" (Philippians 4:13 NKJV).

from "Hugs for Teens"
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from "Hugs for Everyone" page-a-day calendar for Tuesday January 21

Prayer

Is prayer your steering wheel or your spare tire?

--Corrie ten Boom
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from "Hugs for Everyone" page-a-day calendar for Thursday February 13

Destiny

What is your destiny? How will you fit into the continuing cycle of life? No one knows the whole answer to that question. You will probably accomplish more than your parents ever dreamed possible. While your destiny may not include carrying on the family line physically, part of your destiny is simply to carry out many of the traditions and activities started by your parents and grandparents. What an awesome blessing!

from "Hugs for Daughters"
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from "Hugs for Everyone" page-a-day calendar for Thursday January 30

Miracles

It is clear that the individual whose journey in life ismore joyous, more meaningful, and more sublime, is the individual who believes in miracles.

Small Miracles II
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This was the entry for Thursday December 12 on a page-a-day calendar called "Small Miracles"

Coincidence

How much more fortunate is the individual possessing enough awareness to recognize coincidences for what they truly are -- mysterious, magical, and awe-inspiring testimonials to God's presence in our ordinary, everyday lives. This graced individual will most assuredly be filled with spiritual optimism. She will believe that the events in her life have purpose and that-- most important of all--her very life is hallowed by sacred purpose.

Small Miracles II
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This was the entry for Tuesday December 3 on a page-a-day calendar called "Small Miracles"