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December 15, 2018

Trust

Noah Saffer (North Carolina)

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“I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, 
plans to give you hope and a future.” - Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

Though I’m only 16 years old, I haven’t missed the reality that today’s world is full of terror and violence. No matter what goes on in my life, it seems as if those factors are some of the only constants. I cannot recall the last time I woke up and...

Today's Prayer
Dear Lord, help us to recognize the gifts you have given us and trust that you will use them to make the world a more loving place. Amen.
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Today's Reading
Jeremiah 29:10-14

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I can find peace when I trust in God’s purpose for my life.

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