Tag: trust
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The Love God Never Withholds
A Curious Pilgrim Reflection on Psalm 66, 1 Samuel 4:12–22, James 1:1–18, and Matthew 19:23–30 “Blessed be God, who has not rejected my prayer, nor withheld his love from me.” — Psalm 66:20 One of the deepest fears of the human heart is the fear of abandonment. We wonder if God has grown weary of…
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The Things That Make for Peace
A Curious Pilgrim Reflection on Luke 19:42 Daily Office Readings:Psalm 69:1–23, 31–38Sirach 45:6–162 Corinthians 12:11–21Luke 19:41–48 One verse from today’s Gospel captured my attention and would not let go: “If you, even you, had only recognized on this day the things that make for peace! But now they are hidden from your eyes.” — Luke…
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🌿 Trust — The Bridge We Choose to Walk
For the Curious Pilgrim, trust is not naïve certainty; it is a decision to step forward without having the whole map. It is: Trust grows slowly. It is tested by time, truth, and consistency. 👉 A pilgrim learns: Trust is not blind—it is earned light in the midst of partial darkness. ❤️ Love — The…
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**“Do Not Fear, for I Am With You”
Learning to Live Courageously in a Fear-Filled World** Fear is one of the most universal human experiences. It shows up in the quiet moments of the night and in the loud headlines of the day. Fear whispers that we are alone, vulnerable, and powerless. Yet when I read Isaiah 43:1–13 and Ephesians 3:14–21, I hear…
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When God’s Promises Meet the World’s Pain
There are days when reading Scripture does not bring comfort—it brings confrontation. Psalm 85 speaks of restoration and peace. Exodus 3 tells of God hearing the cries of enslaved people. Hebrews 11 celebrates faith that endures. John 14 offers the assurance that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. And yet, when I…
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Be Still: Letting God Be God
A Devotional Reflection on Psalm 46:10 “Be still, and know that I am God.” These words from Psalm 46 are among the most beloved—and most misunderstood—lines in Scripture. We often hear them as an invitation to quiet prayer or inner calm, and they certainly include that. But in the psalm’s original setting, “be still” is…
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