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More Than Hoped For – 2

Posted on June 8, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5 What a Contrast – Continued An old expression goes, “I cried because I had no shoes until I met a man who had no feet.” There’s always somebody worse off than you. You may be … Continue reading →

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More Than Hoped For – 1

Posted on June 7, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5 The churches in Macedonia were far more generous than what seemed reasonable. That is what the Apostle Paul was writing to the Corinthian church. Not what he and his comrades expected, but more. In fact, … Continue reading →

Prayer & Praise 6/07/2026

Posted on June 7, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Anne Bradstreet: Piercing Heaven – Puritan’s Prayers My thankful heart with glorying tongue Will celebrate your name, Who has restored, redeemed, re-cured From sickness, death, and pain. I cried; you seemed to take some pause, I sought more earnestly. And … Continue reading →

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Essential Insights on Faith 6/06/2026

Posted on June 6, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

So I take pleasure in weaknesses, insults, catastrophes, persecutions, and in pressures, because of Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong. 2 CORINTHIANS 12:10 Billy Graham (Did Billy Graham want to preach all his life?) I asked … Continue reading →

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Anecdotal Story 6/05/2026

Posted on June 5, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

It Depends on Your Perspective Scripture References: Jeremiah 33:3; James 2:1-7 To the Romans, poor was a relative term. “The poor were the rich who were not very rich.” Horace, who made a virtue of his poverty, said he had … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Nuggets 6/04/2026

Posted on June 4, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture for Study and Encouragement: Psalm 135 Does discouragement preach to you a false gospel that causes you to forget that your future has already been written into the pages of God’s book? It is discouraging to face your struggle … Continue reading →

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Reflecting With God 6/03/2026

Posted on June 3, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Thinking, praying, reading, studying the Bible – when we do these things, we are reflecting on the Word of God. To reflect is to contemplate and/or consider, and God wants us to deeply reflect on His Word so that we … Continue reading →

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Daily Devotional 6/02/2026

Posted on June 2, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

1 JOHN 3:1 Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God! Yes, let us behold this a little while today! Let us behold the grace of God by which … Continue reading →

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Inspirational Quotes 6/01/2026

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Anxiety In the multitude of my anxieties within me, Your comforts delight my soul (Psalm 94:19). Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God (Philippians 4:6). Anxiety … Continue reading →

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Food For Thought 5/31/2026

Posted on May 31, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Men’s hearts failing them from fear and the expectation of those things which are coming on the earth, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken (Luke 21:26). Microphone in Your Heart According to Newsweek the stethoscope, commonly used … Continue reading →

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Prayer & Praise 5/31/2026

Posted on May 31, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Robert Hawker: Piercing Heaven – Puritan’s Prayers You, Lord, are too rich to need anything from your creatures, and you have yourself already bought the most costly things with a price no less dear than your own most precious blood. … Continue reading →

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Life In Focus 5/30/2026

Posted on May 30, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Paul’s Broad Perspective PAUL was deeply committed to the truth and integrity of the gospel. But in Philippians 1:12-18 he generously credits others who were doing ministry, even though they had impure motives. This sets an important example for Christians … Continue reading →

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Bible Insights 5/29/2026

Posted on May 29, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

God’s Love in Us No one has seen God at any time. If we love one another, God abides in us, and His love has been perfected in us. By this we know that we abide in Him, and He … Continue reading →

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We Grow Under Burdens – 5

Posted on May 28, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Philippians 1:12-25 God Can Give Us Sufficient Courage for Every Situation We Face Read Philippians 1:19-25 for insight into this section. As you read this section of Paul’s letter, you see this is not the whimper of one … Continue reading →

We Grow Under Burdens – 4

Posted on May 27, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Philippians 1:12-25 God Can Use Our Problems to Encourage Others – Continued Read Philippians 1:14-18 for insight into this section. The lesson here is clear: God often uses the problems that envelop us to encourage others in life’s … Continue reading →

We Grow Under Burdens – 3

Posted on May 26, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Philippians 1:12-25 God Can Use Our Problems to Encourage Others Read Philippians 1:14-18 for insight into this section. Roman persecution of the Christians had not yet become severe or widespread. Ominous signs did foretell its coming, but Nero … Continue reading →

We Grow Under Burdens – 2

Posted on May 25, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Philippians 1:12-25 God Can Put a Silver Lining in Every Dark Cloud – Continued Read Philippians 1:12-13 for insight into this section. During one of his most difficult experiences, as the darkness of uncertainty settled around him in … Continue reading →

We Grow Under Burdens – 1

Posted on May 24, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Scripture Reference: Philippians 1:12-25 During life’s daylight hours, when we are lighthearted and full of life, we don’t take time to listen. But when the sunlight fades in some sorrow or difficult experience, God gets our attention and in the … Continue reading →

Prayer & Praise 5/24/2026

Posted on May 24, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

Richard Alleine: Piercing Heaven – Puritan’s Prayers What is left, O Lord, but to spend the rest of my days loving, praising, and admiring you? But how can I come before the Lord, or bring myself before the most high … Continue reading →

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Essential Insights on Faith 5/23/2026

Posted on May 23, 2026 by Roland Ledoux

So I take pleasure in weaknesses, insults, catastrophes, persecutions, and in pressures, because of Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong. 2 CORINTHIANS 12:10 Billy Graham I must admit I feel very inadequate at times when talking … Continue reading →