DAILY GRACE

A concise daily devotional developed to
encourage reading and understanding of God's Word.

"I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know Him better." Ephesians 1:17 (NIV)

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Wednesday, February 4, 2015

IT JUST MAKES SENSE

Proverbs 16:25

"There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death." ESV

Common sense is so practical and logical that it seems like the only way, the right way. Have we made a habit of following our common sense? The Word tells us that this is destructive thinking in the kingdom of God. Actually, living by common sense is the opposite of walking by faith. The way of faith may not make sense at all, but it will keep us on the narrow path that leads to life.

Lord, forgive us for trying to rely on our own limited thinking, common sense, to make our decisions and to live our lives. Help us to keep our eyes on You and to keep walking by faith so that we will be grounded in the Truth. In Your infinite name we pray, Amen.

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Bobbi Craigmyle, Psy.D., BCPCC

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Tuesday, February 3, 2015

WHAT TIME IS IT?

2 Peter 3:8

"But we do not overlook this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord, one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day." ESV

With God, there is no time as we know it. There is only eternity. He has orchestrated things to exalt Jesus Christ as King of the new heaven and earth for eternity. So, why do we continue to insist that God work on our time schedule? If we will just stop trying to fit Him into our time frame, we will be free to have joy and anticipation of the unfolding of His plan in His time.

Lord, forgive us for trying to put You into our concept of time and expecting You to answer our prayers when we want them answered. Remind us that You do not live by a clock such as we do, but that You watch Your eternal plan going forth into eternity just as You designed. In Your eternal name we pray, Amen.

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Bobbi Craigmyle, Psy.D., BCPCC

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Monday, February 2, 2015

COME TOGETHER, RIGHT NOW, IN UNITY

1 Peter 3:8

"Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind." ESV

Can we move beyond insisting on our own opinions and ways of living so that we can be free to live in unity with other believers in Christ Jesus? Can we make it a point to be more understanding and supportive of those who are spiritually weak and having difficulty in their walk? Can we be open minded with Godly discernment to those who are mature in Christ and look for those things that speak of the gospel of Jesus Christ? The Lord did not tell us He would unify us. He told us to be moldable in His hands toward our fellow believers so that we would choose to live in unity.

Lord, help us to set aside our own agenda and to become sensitive to our fellow Christians. Give us willing hearts to live in harmony with one another, without judging, but with understanding. We all stand in need of Your grace and mercy. In Your great name we pray, Amen.

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Bobbi Craigmyle, Psy.D., BCPCC

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Saturday, January 31, 2015

WE'VE GOT THE POWER

Psalm 46:1

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." ESV

Why is it that we let fear and worry have its way with us when we are faced with difficult things? Do we forget the power of our Lord and our free access to Him? The power of our Lord conquered Satan during the forty days in the wilderness. His strength conquered depression and sorrow in the Garden of Gethsemane. His power overcame death in the tomb. He has given us this same power through our faith in Him. We have no reason to fear. Unless we have neglected to fan the flames of our faith, reading His Word and living it!

Lord, please forgive us when our faith is shaken and we let worry and fear take us over. Fill us with hunger for Your Word and communion with You so that we will build our faith strong and be able to accept the power You give us to overcome. In Your omnipotent name, Amen.

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Bobbi Craigmyle, Psy.D., BCPCC

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Friday, January 30, 2015

DON'T TAKE THE BAIT

James 1:14

"But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire." ESV

We all have a weakness in our spiritual armor. It's our own responsibility to know what our weakness is, to be alert, and to keep on the whole armor of God. If we will faithfully do this, we will not be like the fish who get reeled in because they swallowed the hook with bait that looked really good to them.

Lord, we do recognize that we are vulnerable to being tempted. Please show us our weaknesses and help us to keep our faith strong through prayer, Your Word, and spending time with Godly people. In Your wonderful name we pray, Amen.

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Bobbi Craigmyle, Psy.D., BCPCC

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Thursday, January 29, 2015

THE HIGH POSITION OF HUMILITY

James 1:9

"Let the lowly brother boast in his exaltation." ESV

It's so much easier to be thankful and to praise God when things are going well. When those who are struggling with heavy burdens glorify God and live in complete devotion to Him, they are showing true faith. Regardless of our circumstances, knowing our spiritual poverty and approaching the Lord with humble hearts is what our God looks on with great pleasure and favor.

Lord, forgive us for taking our blessings for granted. Give us hearts that see our true spiritual poverty. Help us to take our eyes off things we have and to realize our true wealth is in You. In Your great name we pray, Amen.

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Bobbi Craigmyle, Psy.D., BCPCC

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Wednesday, January 28, 2015

ALL IN THE FAMILY

Hebrews 2:11

"For he who sanctifies and those who are sanctified all have one source. That is why he is not ashamed to them brothers." ESV

Jesus Christ makes us holy. He is the very Son of God, the Savior of the world, the One who was in the beginning and took part in the creation of world. If we accept His sacrifice for us, repent, and follow him, we are His family. He is proud to call us His family. What an honor He lavishes on us when we never earned it nor deserved it.

Lord, how gracious is Your love to us that You would save us and make us eternal members of Your family. We pray for the Holy Spirit to keep us living examples of Your family and bring others that You will do the same for them. In Your name we pray, Amen.

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Bobbi Craigmyle, Psy.D., BCPCC

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