- Advent 2024: The Dawn of Redeeming Grace
- Day 13
Open Your Bible
Genesis 3:15, Mark 3:22-27, Hebrews 2:5-18, 1 Corinthians 15:24-26, 1 John 3:7-8, Revelation 12:10-12
BY Abby Flynn
Scripture Reading: Genesis 3:15, Mark 3:22-27, Hebrews 2:5-18, 1 Corinthians 15:24-26, 1 John 3:7-8, Revelation 12:10-12
“Mom, why did Jesus come here?”
It was way past our kids’ bedtime, and I, as a mother, had lost all patience.
We were in the middle of reading one more bedtime story from my son’s children’s Bible, and I wanted to be done. But this question hung in the air, and I knew it was important.
Every year around Christmas, we get wrapped up in busyness, Christmas parties, and buying gifts for the people we love. We hang lights and stockings and bake cookies, cookies, and more cookies.
But somewhere along the way, I apparently forgot to remind my son of what there actually was to celebrate…and why Jesus had come in the first place.
Little did I know that it wasn’t just my then-five-year-old who needed the reminder. I so desperately needed it as well.
“The Son of God was revealed for this purpose: to destroy the devil’s works.”
—1 John 3:8
Since birth, you and I have been marked by our sins, and these sins hurt God, our Creator. Jealousy, deceit, lying, gossip—the list goes on. Death and punishment were what we all deserved.
But God, the One who is in charge of everything, still loves us very much—enough so, that He has even given us dominion over the world He created (Hebrews 2:6–8). These promises are a reminder that yes, we will struggle against the enemy (Genesis 3:15), but our sin and mistakes are not the end of the story. The Bible tells us that Christ will reign until all His enemies are under His feet, the biggest of these being death itself (1Corinthians 15:25–26)!
This means that even the BIG things, the things that seem to loom over us and threaten to destroy us, are under God’s feet.
So to answer my son’s question, “Why did Jesus come here?”
It’s because, in the end, God wins! The darkness of death is not the end of the story, and death will be defeated (Revelation 12:10). It may not always seem like everything is subject to God, but the fact that Jesus came, died, and rose again is proof of His victory! We may not see everything set right yet. We may see pain, uncertainty, and unrest, but we also see Jesus (Hebrews 2:7–9).
Friend, we have a merciful and faithful high priest who is fighting on our behalf. That is why we can live in peace (v.17). I’m praying that this Advent you and I will remember in every moment that death is in fact defeated and our Savior has the final word.
Written by Abby Flynn
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Lolly Regan says:
December 14, 2024 at 1:29 am
I’m so excited for Him to come!
I listened to week 1 advent podcast, and it got me fired up to not just remember God and spend time with him but share him and give him. How can I live giving him away?Reply
Charity Harris says:
December 14, 2024 at 12:45 am
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Kay Christian says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:42 pm
Jesus wins and hell is quaking!
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Sophie M says:
December 13, 2024 at 9:15 pm
Good evening, She’s! During todays reading I couldn’t stop hearing these lyrics from What A Beautiful Name by Brooke Ligertwood
“ Death could not hold You, the veil tore before You
You silenced the boast of sin and grave
The Heavens are roaring, the praise of Your glory
For You are raised to life again
You have no rival, You have no equal
Now and forever, God, You reign
Yours is the Kingdom, Yours is the Glory
Yours is the Name above all names “I often think what it must’ve been like in the days following the resurrection… the pain his disciples must have been feeling until Jesus revealed himself.. there must of been so much excitement, glory! Rejoice!!
Ladies if you can please be praying over my family. We are in the midst of buying a home and we are waiting for our loan to get approved. Secondly we have all been struck in my home with the stomach flu. My daughter is already feeling better but my husband and I are fatigued and exhausted!
Praying for many blessings for you all this weekend. May the Lord grant peace over your home and hearts!
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Nicole Powell says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:19 pm
This was so good thank you
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Jennifer Anapol says:
December 13, 2024 at 2:25 pm
I pray that I would walk in God’s peace today, knowing that he has defeated sin and death and one day he will take the world back again!❤️
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Lexi B says:
December 13, 2024 at 2:03 pm
This was so encouraging; thank you Abby.
“It’s because in the end; God wins!”Reply
Kristie Sump says:
December 13, 2024 at 1:49 pm
“For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people. Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.”
Hebrews 2:17-18 NIVI love these verses because it reminds me that not only does God love me, but He understands me. His grace and love are so abundant and it is through that abundance that I hope to extend it to others. My prayer is that I will be sensitive to the Holy Spirit’s prompting to act on ways to live those around me.
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Darla H says:
December 14, 2024 at 12:38 am
Amen. Praise God who chose to walk among us and endure pain, temptation, and suffering to help us through our own trials. What a good, good God!
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Aubree McElreath says:
December 14, 2024 at 3:24 am
I am so grateful for His grace and love! I would love to find ways to share His love with others this week!
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Sarah Pixler says:
December 13, 2024 at 1:20 pm
So fatalistic. He did come to defeat death. That doesn’t mean he had to come because women gossip. For goodness’ sake, literally. Zoom out a little!
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Mercy says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:48 pm
I really chuckled at this part “We hang lights and stockings and bake cookies, cookies, and more cookies”. Indeed I will hang a few more strands of lights, and I will bake three kinds of cookies as cookies were mentioned three times here lol (our favorites are chocolate cringles, snickerdoodle and Russian tea cakes). Advent season is indeed a very busy season, but peace is present within. Though so cold and dark outside, but cozy and bright within our hearts, all thanks to the grace of our merciful Lord. Have a blessed weekend sisters. Rejoice, and rejoice some more. May His presence and the fulness of joy be with you this holiday season and beyond.
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Gwineth52 says:
December 13, 2024 at 6:48 pm
Ah, Mercy
I can picture your place now…lit within by love.
And, there’s no such thing as too many cookies!Reply
Traci Gendron says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:21 pm
“The darkness of death is not the end of the story and death will be defeated.”
It is hard to live in our world here on earth. So much crime and evil happening day to day. But God will prevail in the end. I’m waiting for that day with an anxious heart.Reply
Tina says:
December 13, 2024 at 11:16 am
..but our sin and mistakes are not the end of the story. The Bible tells us that Christ will reign until all His enemies are under His feet, the biggest of these being death itself (1Corinthians 15:25–26)!
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I love that the story, my story doesn’t or hasn’t ended because of my mistakes or sin.
That God’s love for me, is God’s love for me, doesn’t change, it is pure and of the finest grade. It is not I, He abhors, but the sin! The sins that goes against the grain, the sins that make God sad, the sins that break His heart. These, are what will be under His feet. These are what will be defeated.
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BUT GOD..
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We will no longer be held to ransom over these sins. We will know the victory of Christ’s coming, His death, His resurrection. We will know the peace He came to give, the peace that should have been ours, but, for our sin.
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So yeah, in response to the little persons question.. “Why did Jesus come here?”
He came overloaded in mercy and faithfully fights for us in love and hope. When that is done, what we are left with is victory that was never going to be ours without Him.
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Jesus brings Hope wrapped in peace in the victory!
Amen.
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Happy Friday my dears!. Sending love as always..❤
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Julia C says:
December 13, 2024 at 11:58 am
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Rhonda Johnson says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:03 pm
That’s good! Amen!
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Mercy says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:33 pm
❤ Bless you sweet Tina.
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Sharon, Jersey Girl says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:56 am
Death has been defeated! Satan – your days are numbered!! If that doesn’t encourage us, what will?!!
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Praise God that we have been granted peace through Jesus death on the cross! And…Jesus has the final word.
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FOREVER – by Kari Jobe…
One final breath He gave
As heaven looked away
The Son of God was laid in darkness
A battle in the grave
The war on death was waged
The power of hell forever brokenThe ground began to shake
The stone was rolled away
His perfect love could not be overcome
Now death where is your sting
Our resurrected King
Has rendered you defeated–
Forever, He is glorified
Forever, He is lifted high
Forever, He is risen
He is alive, He is alive!
Forever, He is glorified
Forever, He is lifted high
Forever, He is risen
He is alive, He is aliveYou have overcome
You are resurrected king
You have overcome the grave
You have overcome
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Forever, He is glorified
Forever, He is lifted high
Forever, He is risen
He is alive, He is alive!
Forever, He is glorified
Forever, He is lifted high
Forever, He is risen
He is alive, He is aliveYou have overcome
You are resurrected king
You have overcome the grave
You have overcome
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Have a blessed Friday sisters! ❤️Reply
Julia C says:
December 13, 2024 at 11:59 am
Amen ♥️
Caroline Harrington says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:55 am
I needed this reminder that the evil of this world will eventually cease as Jesus crushes the devil once and for all. As a new mom to a just-turned-one-year-old boy, I have found myself so much more moved with heartbreak and compassion when I look at the suffering and celebration of lies that marks our world. Becoming a mom has made my heart so soft but it’s also so hard to watch the world be so evil and know God is allowing it. thank you Emmanuel that you WILL defeat all evil forever!! come, Lord Jesus, come!
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Mercy says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:37 pm
I responded to you but comment is again awaiting moderation/approval (sadly), but I want to say that I can really relate to having a soft heart when becoming a mom. It is so difficult to handle that and we need God to help navigate this without constantly being heartbroken.
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Michelle P says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:32 am
Hey, do you girls wanna know my favorite Bible verse?? ;)
“And the God of peace will soon crush Satan underneath your feet..” Romans 16:20
Whenever I feel like the enemy is really picking on me or trying to make it seem like he’s winning, I say this verse out loud. Or I share it with someone who is struggling, too. As someone who grew up liking heavier music (I’ve mellowed out a bit) – it is pretty punk rock of Jesus to include this verse hahaha. But seriously, this verse is one to hang to… because the enemy is defeated!!!!! Jesus is already on the throne, and I love in Hebrews 2: “He left nothing that is not put under Him… But now we do not yet see all things put under him…”
We don’t yet see – but we will! The Word also says that He leads us in a triumphal procession. (2 Corinthians 2:14) ❤️
Honestly, I’m hyping myself up right now typing this all, so I pray it touches you as well who are struggling to believe in the victory of Jesus in your life and specific circumstances. Praise God for His Word… where would we be without it???If you’d like a good song about Satan/Death being defeated, look up “Death Defeated” by The Altar Music. It’s from a church in TN led by a pastor who used to be in the alternative Christian music scene… amazing stuff! ❤️
Love you all so much. ❤️
May God keep us glued to Him this holiday season.Reply
Sharon, Jersey Girl says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:43 am
Michelle – love that you are so “hyped” up about Jesus! Bless you dear sister – have an amazing Friday!!❤️
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Michelle P says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:24 pm
Thank you Sharon ❤️❤️❤️ I hope you had a good Friday!!
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DW says:
December 13, 2024 at 11:15 am
Wow! That song is amazing! Thanks so much for sharing!
I was so touched as well today by the verse “The last enemy to be abolished will be death.” I Cor 15:26
Praise God , it provides me much comfort when the Enemy seems to be winning to know who will win in the end!! Yes, he has defeated the Enemy by the cross. We anticipate the day when he abolishes all death but we live now in the comfort of knowing the cross has defeated death for us so that we will live with Him eternally.
Also love Romans 16:20 and wrote that down to also memorize and say out loud as you suggested!! ❤️Reply
Michelle P says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:25 pm
So glad to encourage you today !!! God is good and He’s in your corner ❤️❤️
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Rhonda J. says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:00 pm
Another fun song is Tauren Wells “Take It All Back!” Love to turn it up loud…and try to rap!
I’m gonna make that my memorization verses this week!Reply
Cee Gee says:
December 13, 2024 at 9:39 pm
I always sing along with that! My favorite part is that crazy run. You know the one I mean, I’m sure! Hope you are feeling better! ❤
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Michelle P says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:27 pm
I don’t know this song, but i def love some rap artists that are Christian… nobigdyl, Nic D, Hulvey, LJ the Messenger, Aaron Cole… if you need some more suggestions ;) will have to check it out, I do know some of Tauren’s older music.
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TheBestIsYetToCome says:
December 13, 2024 at 9:54 am
Last night I received an email from someone who I believed I have been reconciled with. The reconciliation was an answer to prayer, over two years of prayer. And it truly was a miracle! The email I received last night took the relationship back to where it used to be. So of course, my heart is sad, these scriptures today give me hope! God wins in the end! And so we continue to persevere in prayer! We don’t give up!
Prayers for next Thursday, the baby I foster will receive a life-changing ruling from the judge.
Jesus is our peace, so grateful for this advent season! and so grateful for you all!Reply
Julia C says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:02 pm
Praying for your foster baby ♥️
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H says:
December 13, 2024 at 9:23 am
In a season of facing a very unexpected and very unwanted reality, I’m so very thankful for the peace and hope that only Jesus can bring. Also very thankful for these devotions that remind me of that, because it’s so very easy to forget when facing the daily yuck.
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Erin says:
December 13, 2024 at 11:48 am
May God bless you with the peace of his presence today.
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Julia C says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:03 pm
Dear H, joining Erin in her prayers for you ❤️
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Gwineth52 says:
December 13, 2024 at 6:52 pm
Dear H
Hoping, wishing, praying you get beyond the yuck as soon as, soon can be!
Giving thanks to the Way-maker & Wonderful Counselor on HighReply
Mia Faith says:
December 13, 2024 at 9:21 am
Amen and amen!
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Kris says:
December 13, 2024 at 9:05 am
This whole thing about death has been on my mind a lot lately. I just have this feeling my mother is not going to be around much longer. She has advanced dementia, and is pretty much like an infant these days. But the thing about death is that it’s not the end for Christians. I’ve prayed for healing for my mom, and God hasn’t done it. And I realize the ULTIMATE healing is her being able to be in Heaven, receiving her eternal reward. Everyone Jesus healed in the New Testament is not here any more. All of them have died, all of them have received their ULTIMATE healing by leaving this restricted earth and going to their heavenly reward. My heart is heavy, but I also rejoice that my mother will soon (how soon, I do not know) be with Jesus in heaven, completely healed of any disease and earthly failings.
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Leanna Thompson says:
December 13, 2024 at 9:21 am
Prayers for you. I too have a mother with dementia. She just sleeps and eats. We have to coax her to shower. The Lord’s timing is perfect.
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Cheryl Blow says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:32 am
Praying for you and your mom, KRIS!
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Sharon, Jersey Girl says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:40 am
Kris I am so sorry to hear about your mom. Prayers for you and for her & that God will prepare you for her home-going. ❤️
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Julia C says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:09 pm
Praying for you and your mom, Kris ❤️
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Mercy says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:17 pm
Praying over you KRIS and your mother, may the Lord comfort and strengthen you.
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Rhonda J. says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:43 am
GM She’s!
It’s not often we think about Jesus’ death at Christmas time, that’s for Easter, but he was born for the mission to die. I thought of the lyrics right away to “Worthy is the Lamb’
Thank you for the cross, Lord
Thank you for the price You paid
Bearing all my sin and shame
In love You came
And gave amazing graceThank you for the cross Lord, Thank you for the nail pierced hands, washed me in your cleansing flow, now all I know is your forgiveness and embrace
As He was here, training up his disciples and telling them what was to come- they couldn’t grasp it, they were still waiting for his Rise Up and Conquering moment to set EVERYONE straight, the leaders, the Romans and all, and they got to be right there in his army, the generals. But then he died, and not even a cool death, a mocking, sad, disappointing death. Then they ran scared and were even embarrassed to have been his followers. I can so understand this in ways, and then on the other hand..think how could they have not understood!?
It is a lot to ponder on this day, and question how walking with him and knowing his death (should) give us peace. Are we disciples that know and trust, or do we run away and hide? Do we want to follow him but shrink away when others mock us?! Do we trust, and know the end of the story and the peace it should give us? I want to say yes, I want to be a Peter (before his death)-yes Lord, I love you…I love you. Yet, become a Peter after sometimes…lost and ashamed. Thankfully we have the third Peter– forgiven, and restored and testifying. But life for the disciples and current believers wasn’t/isn’t peaceful in how we had hoped. It was and is a hard, rocky road just like for Jesus, yet it is a hard fought love and peace that we KNOW the peace that surpasses all understanding, that after DEATH it begins.
Hard to make it make sense- but that is just the juxtaposition of the Christian.Reply
Cheryl Blow says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:35 am
So true Rhonda! I have been thinking a lot of how Jesus knew what was coming when He came! He came to die! He is worthy of all our praise!
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Kimberly Reed says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:39 am
Shout to the Lord all the earth let us sing power and majesty PRAISE to the KING!! Amen Rhonda!
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Rhonda Johnson says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:07 pm
Oh Shout to the Lord..one of the BEST songs!!
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Mercy says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:20 pm
I believe this life is full of testing, true to His words, full of tribulations. But be of good cheer :) I believe that the true living will be in the ages to come.
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Mari V says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:41 am
Did someone say Cookies? I am a sucker for a “good” cookie. Especially chocolate chip! Happy Friday sweeties! OK…now back to this mornings devotion! Two days ago…ALL FOR THE GLORY of God, a parent (different parent from the one I mentioned on Tuesday) was dropping of her student. She is a lovely lady who ALSO happens to LOVE JESUS!! I noticed she was a little sad, which is unusual for her. Out of no where (it was JESUS, I just know it), I reminded her God knows the numbers of hairs on our head, how many grains of sand there is at the ocean, HE tells the ocean “how-far-it-can-go.” Tears started to roll down her face, and at that moment in room full of children all I could do is give her a hug and was grateful for that reminder. Its ALL JESUS, right place, at the right time! YEP…just as Abby ended our devo this morning, “we have a merciful and faithful high priest who is fighting on our behalf.” I am SO grateful for my JESUS who “saw” me during those dark nights on the corner of the couch during my quiet time when I was crying out to HIM! My Jesus saw my tears. SO grateful, even though OUR JESUS had to endure physical pain, HE defeated death for YOU and I so we can live with HIM forever and ever…. I can’t wait!
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Rhonda J. says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:52 am
Sweet. I love how just a simple hug is what someone needs. We don’t realize how easy it is to be that “hug” for someone in our path.
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Kris says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:59 am
I think I’d love to be a parent at your school. You have such a wonderful heart.
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Michelle P says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:22 am
Mari V, you are a woman after my own heart, lol. Also a lover of cookies! Forget cake lol! You are an amazing woman – love the “Jesus moments” you share with us ❤️
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Cheryl Blow says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:41 am
MARI, hugs are healing! When I lost my mom and dad a year apart, a sweet women at church would always come up to me and give me a hug! Not a quick one either! While she was holding me, she would speak words of encouragement to me! It was life giving! I know you ministered to her through your hug!
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Julia C says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:11 pm
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Laura says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:24 am
My husband and I were just talking about this last night. We were sharing some encouraging news we had heard lately about revival and changes for good that are happening around us. And I said to him, I always know that God wins in the end, but it certainly does feel like Satan is always winning here on Earth. So I am so grateful for these glimpses of God’s intervention and His power to “win” in the end. These verses and both devotionals, this one and HRT, speak so clearly to that and are such a joy to my heart!
Here is a section from HRT that struck me today: Our readings today confront us with our great enemy, Satan, and his work, death. The peace and tranquility of innocence our first parents experienced in the garden of Eden was disrupted and lost by the deception of Satan. We’ve been in an anxious and disrupted world ever since. He acts as a “strong man” (Mark 3:27), bullying humanity around. He holds the “power of death” and keeps humanity in captivity as slaves, fearful of death (Hebrews 2:14–15). He is a bald-faced accuser of God’s people who won’t shut up with his lies. It’s no wonder peace is so elusive for us. We have a real enemy working to make sure we have no peace, threatening us with great loss and judgment in death.
This is SO true, and sometimes I get discouraged by it all. But God wins AND He is always working. I feel so much peace today and will be holding that truth close to my heart all day and throughout this season.
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Rhonda J. says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:47 am
Yes, my thoughts were there too, that we should have peace—but the devil is here to do all he can to disrupt it all! To kill and destroy- and it sure seems like he is doing a pretty good job! Thankful we know with Jesus, he will protect us- but it won’t be easy!
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Anita Kate Hofer says:
December 13, 2024 at 9:47 am
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Lori says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:21 am
I am so thankful that my sin and mistakes are not the end of the story. This week I have felt so refreshed and focused and aligned with Jesus in the morning and then the day starts….the complications and dynamics of work are dragging me into nonsense and behaviours that are not demonstrating love and I end the day worn out from my own mistakes. Jesus, thank you for knowing that I would need your peace and your hope. Thank you for knowing that I would continually sin and still loving me anyway, I need you to remind me of your presence through every situation today!
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Rhonda J. says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:49 am
Isn’t it funny how that works, I so understand!
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Julia C says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:12 pm
Amen ❤️
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Maria B says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:18 am
Phew— Not sure if anybody else has days when you just have a hard time focusing on Scripture and devotion, but I’m having one of those days this morning. Doesn’t matter how many times I read the same passage, it’s not reaching by me. Does that make sense? I’ll come back later and try again because I figured a posture of frustration is not appropriate for morning prayer.
But from what I was able to grasp today— let’s remind ourselves that we know how this story ends and we are on the winning side, SHEs!
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Lori says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:22 am
I have the same thing some days Maria, reading and then realizing I have not absorbed one word. Thank you for sharing your challenges!
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Cee Gee says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:41 am
Definitely feeling that and conviction about it this morning, Maria! I will try what you suggested and see if that helps. Thanks! I feel so much better now! ❤
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Mari V says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:43 am
THAT was me yesterday! So yes I believe we have those “off” days. Glad its not just me.
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Kimberly Reed says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:42 am
Yes it does happen occasionally with all the distractions of life. Praying for you and God’s peace.
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Jody Striker says:
December 13, 2024 at 7:40 am
This is such an encouraging reminder! God wins. Death has been defeated. All of the big, hard things are under His feet. Amen! ❤️
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Jennifer Jackson says:
December 13, 2024 at 7:31 am
The gift of salvation is SO much more than we will be able to comprehend in this life! But I know that it is the most precious gift that God has given to us. His love for us is SO powerful and sweet. Thank Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
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LaRae Taylor says:
December 13, 2024 at 7:28 am
Thank you for your sacrifice on the cross so that we may have victory over death.
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G says:
December 13, 2024 at 7:24 am
“For it is clear that he does not reach out to help angels, but to help Abraham’s offspring.” Hebrews 2:16
That one jumped out to me today. Clearly, He loves us. Clearly, we are important to Him, important enough to become human and make atonement for our sins. Thank you, Jesus.
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Carol J Mylin says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:10 am
This also “jumped” out to me! Hallelujah! Thank You Jesus, for sure!’ ♥️♥️♥️
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Cee Gee says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:39 am
Same, G! Even when studying Hebrews I don’t remember the impact like today’s. ❤
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Patricia Lefner says:
December 13, 2024 at 7:19 am
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Searching says:
December 13, 2024 at 6:45 am
So humbled by the love God has for me … Here I Am To Worship (Chris Tomlin, author-Tim Hughes) is running through my mind this morning.
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LANIE H – loved your comment about the darkest night. I live in a rural area and there are many miles without a single street or house light – yes, so dark and yet on a clear night you can always spot the brightest star or visible planet, set in place by our God!
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MICHELLE P – thankful for the support of your parents and the business owners. Praying for a resolution soon to the situation with your coworker, and healing for whatever is causing him to treat others this way.
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CHERYL BLOW – ❤️ victory indeed!
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LISA SANDERS – praying for your daughter and son-in-law, for financial provision and the right job for him
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RHONDA J – praying you are 100% today and ready for your trip. Loved your post yesterday ❤️
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MARIA B – praying for Danielle and her family in this health crisis. And sense of stillness and snow analogy ❤️
CEE GEE – no snow, but sat quietly at your great suggestion ❤️
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BRENDA WALKER – ❤️ thank you for your post. May we all draw close enough to our Father to comfortably call Him Abba
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TINA ❤️ Thank you for the Abbi update (and KELLY (NEO) for the nudge ❤️). Love those interns’ names!
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SALLY B – thank you for the reminder we should be expectantly looking for God. He is everywhere!
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LYNNE FROM AL – praying as you are on my mind this morning ❤️
Also praying for our other caregiving sistersReply
Michelle P says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:23 am
Thank you, dear Searching. You are amazing. ❤️
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Cheryl Blow says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:27 am
SEARCHING thank you always for the prayer list!! Praying over them all!
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Julia C says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:14 pm
Thank you for the list, dear Searching ❤️
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Cee Gee says:
December 13, 2024 at 9:54 pm
❤ great song and another one we often sing at church.
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Danielle B says:
December 13, 2024 at 6:45 am
I know we are in the peace week, but these verses and Abby’s devotional also speak hope. Yes Andrea the devil’s time is short and he knows it, that’s why he is so active But God, Jesus, has defeated him! Thank you Jesus for the hope and peace your life and sacrifice bring!
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Kelly Unger says:
December 13, 2024 at 6:44 am
Help me love you as much as you love me, Jesus!
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Deana Evenden says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:28 am
Amen
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Andrea Gainous says:
December 13, 2024 at 6:18 am
Wow those verses in revelation have me fired up this morning! Thank you Jesus that your kingdom ruling and reigning never ends but the enemy’s time is short!!
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Crystal Pitzer says:
December 13, 2024 at 6:10 am
Amen
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Lora Loconti says:
December 13, 2024 at 5:35 am
The unthinkable has happened to a friend and coworker. Today’s reading gets down to the heart giving peace to those in situations that are beyond understanding.
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Searching says:
December 13, 2024 at 6:17 am
Praying for the Lord’s comfort, peace and strength, LORA, for the situation with your friend and coworker.
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Tara B says:
December 13, 2024 at 7:25 am
Lifting your friend and coworker in prayer. Lora.
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Mari V says:
December 13, 2024 at 8:46 am
Praying right now for your friend and co worker.
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Cheryl Blow says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:24 am
Praying for your friend and coworker.
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Sharon, Jersey Girl says:
December 13, 2024 at 10:45 am
So sorry that this has happened to your friend, Lora. Prayers are being lifted for her, and for you as you minister to her. ❤️
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Julia C says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:17 pm
Praying, Lora ❤️
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Mercy says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:26 pm
Praying for your friend. So sorry. May God turn things around what was meant for evil to become good.
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Kelly (NEO) says:
December 13, 2024 at 5:32 am
“Now since the children have flesh and blood in common, Jesus also shared in these, so that through his death he might destroy the one holding the power of death—that is, the devili—and free those who were held in slavery all their lives by the fear of death”
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The “sting” of death has been removed for those in Jesus. Hallelujah!
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Loved your comments/thoughts yesterday. Thanks for sharing them.
Praying for your requests ❤️Reply
Julia C says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:18 pm
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Sally B. says:
December 13, 2024 at 4:51 am
Friday Blessings to you, Ladies!
Aren’t we SO looking forward to the day when the devils’ works will be defeated – forever!! Come Lord Jesus!Reply
Julia C says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:18 pm
Oh, YES! ❤️
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Donna Mitchell says:
December 13, 2024 at 3:55 am
Jesus brings peace! If this time of year has you feeling frustrated, anxious or defeated, remember Jesus brings peace.
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Julia C says:
December 13, 2024 at 12:19 pm
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