A person is not justified by the works of the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ. So we, too, have put our faith in Christ Jesus that we may be justified by faith in Christ and not by the works of the law, because by the works of the law no one will be justified. - Galatians 2:16 (NIV)

Growing up in a family of overachievers, I always felt one step behind. I was not an all-A student, and I did not want to make decisions about my future based on how much money I would make. I wanted to take my own path in life, but I was...

Today's Prayer
Faithful God, thank you for creating me in your image and for freeing me from the expectations of society. Amen.

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Today's Reading
Luke 18:18-19

Thought for the Day

I am perfect in the eyes of God.

Prayer Focus

People who feel worthless


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