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September 16, 2019

The Gift of Peace

Lydia Masters (Texas, USA)

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I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure. - Psalm 16:8-9 (NIV)

When I was seven years old, my life changed drastically and forever. Until then, I had been very close to my father. One night, suddenly and unexpectedly, he passed away — leaving me feeling lost and alone. After his death, things were very hard for my family, causing us to...

Today's Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for loving us and giving us peace through the reading of your word. Help us never to grow weary in trusting you. Amen.
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Psalm 16:5-11

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