SPLENDOR

O Lord my God, you are very great;
you are clothed with splendor and majesty.
Psalm 104:1

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, I am thrilled when you reach for the hem of My garment. I have dressed you in My robe of righteousness so that you, too, can be adorned with royalty. Garments of praise become you! When you touch My heart, all of heaven rejoices with you.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
Like a beautiful ornament among a thousand, twinkling lights, You shine far above Your creation. Your clothing surpasses any earthly king. There is none with which to compare Your beauty, majesty, and power. I am awed by Your brilliance and humbled by Your splendor. How great You are, Lord.

SIMPLE TRUTH

With pitchers from heaven, He waters the earth and paints it with living color.

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ANCIENT OF DAYS

"As I looked, thrones were set in place,
and the Ancient of Days took his seat."
Daniel 7:9

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, don't be troubled by the events you see unfolding in your world. I was Lord of My creation in the beginning, and I am Lord of coming events. Although you do not understand the future, or even the present, remember that I do. Live one day at a time, trusting Me, and bearing witness of Me. As Ancient of Days, I am always in control.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
One day all will know that the God of the future is the same God of the past. All will recognize You, Lord, as the ageless God who sees and knows everything. You have always been in the world, long before creation drew its first breath. You are the Ancient of Days, and You will rule forever. I stand in awe of Your presence.

SIMPLE TRUTH

Tomorrow is often a question on hold, but God knows exactly how life will unfold.

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CORNERSTONE

"See, I lay a stone in Zion,
a chosen and precious cornerstone."
1 Peter 2:6

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, the most basic element of a home is its cornerstone or foundation. Without a sturdy "stone" in place, a house will shift and fall at the first storm. You, too, need that firm foundation in your life. Never forget that without Me, you are nothing. When you build upon that cornerstone, nothing can destroy that home.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
You are the cornerstone around which my life is built. You, a holy and righteous God, have chosen me to become a living stone--a piece of the rock. Together with other stones, Lord, You have given me the privilege of building a living temple to honor You. Jesus, You are precious.

SIMPLE TRUTH

Our hope is built on nothing less than a foundation of God's faithfulness.

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LOVE

For God so loved the world that
he gave his one and only Son,
that whoever believes in him
shall not perish but have eternal life.
John 3:16

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, have you walked with Me this long, and yet you still wonder at times about My love for you? What can I do to prove your worth to Me? What more can I do than to offer My own Son in exchange for your life? That was My ultimate gift to you. Because your performance could never measure up to My standards, I gave you Jesus. I love you--simply because you are My child.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
Lord, Your love is beyond description: unending, unbending, unconditional, and unselfish. You proved Your love for me at Bethlehem and again at Calvary. A hundred times a day, You have loved me more than I deserve and more than I can repay. I love You, Lord, more than I can say.

SIMPLE TRUTH

Love is when God writes His name on our hearts.

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REFINER

These [trials] have come so that your faith--
of greater worth than gold,
which perishes even though refined by fire--
may be proved genuine and may result in praise.
1 Peter 1:7

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, if I never allowed your faith to be tested, and if I never turned up the heat, how would you experience My deliverance? Would you settle for a dull finish, or would you rather reflect My light? Hold My hand tightly. We'll walk through the fire together.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
Who wants to go through the fire, Lord? Yet, even in the hottest flames, You are with me. Sometimes it hurts when the outside layers are burned away. And just when I think I can stand it no longer, I see gold, Lord. I praise You for what I am becoming in Jesus. Thank You for being my refiner.

SIMPLE TRUTH

Whatever comes my way has already passed God's inspection.

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SOLITUDE

Very early in the morning, while it was still dark,
Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.
Mark 1:35

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, a thousand things fill your mind and heart. You are so busy, but you are not invincible. Take time to meet Me early in the day. I will always meet you where you are and bring you to where I am. But you must give Me first place. Come often. I will be waiting for you.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
Even You needed solitude, Lord. When the crowds pressed in, and the energies seeped out, You recharged with power from heaven. I, too, Lord, need time with You to recharge my spiritual battery--so I can keep going and going and going. Thank You for Your example, Lord.

SIMPLE TRUTH

When you practice the presence of God and pursue His person daily, the performance always follows.

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SHADE

The Lord is your shade at your right hand;
the sun will not harm you by day,
nor the moon by night.
Psalm 121:5--6

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, can you feel the heat? An irate employer, heavy family demands, physical limitations that threaten to dry up your stamina? From morning until night, you can rest under the shade of My love. You will find your joy restored as you take time to remember all I have done for you--and all I will do in the future.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
The sun's rays cannot harden my heart or parch my joy as long as You are beside me, Lord. Even in the nighttime, Your hand is a shade from the cold and a light in my darkness. Your presence reminds me daily that I can rest quietly and confidently in You. Thank You, Lord.

SIMPLE TRUTH

Sometimes what we need most is simply to rest.

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ELOHIM

For the Lord your God is God of gods and Lord of lords,
the great God, mighty and awesome.
Deuteronomy 10:17

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, I am not a creation of wood or stone. I am not a distant relative who never sees or knows what you do. I am holy, yet I am approachable. I am powerful, yet I am available. I am Spirit, yet I am always with you. Your praises to Me fill heaven with indescribable music and show Me that you enjoy My presence, too.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
No other power comes close to Yours, Lord. No other god can stand beside You. And You are not only powerful, but You are personal. You are Elohim, the Lord my God. You created me for Your glory. I bow before You as the only true and living God. Lord, I worship You.

SIMPLE TRUTH

Worship is the heart's cry for God.

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MY SONG

The Lord is my strength and my song;
he has become my salvation.
Psalm 118:14

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, relax and close your eyes. Do you not hear it? Not in the thunderous storm, though it is there. Not in the tornado's whirlwind, though it hovers in the air. Not in the devastating fire, though My presence follows you even there. Listen to that still, small voice. My song will rise from the ashes of your heart; in the calmness of your spirit you can hear Me. The music is My gift to you.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
When the music of my life has faded away, You are still there. The notes of discord threaten my joy, yet, in the distance, I hear the stirring of a new melody. Because of You, my heart can rejoice with praises again. You are the music. You are the melody. You are my song.

SIMPLE TRUTH

His song is with us through the night; when morning comes, there is light.

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HUMILITY

And being found in appearance as a man,
he humbled himself and became obedient to death--
even death on a cross!
Philippians 2:8

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, do you long for greater service or more appreciation? Remember that joy comes from My applause. Those who serve Me humbly and patiently will receive their due reward. When you humble yourself before Me, I will lift you up and set you in places you never dreamed were possible. I gave My all for you with no regrets. And one day, you will hear My "Well done" in person.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
Heaven was at Your disposal, Lord, yet You humbled Your-self and came to earth. You exchanged a crown of glory for a wreath of thorns. You traded a royal robe for my own filthy rags. You gave up kingship for Sonship. You gave up life for death. I owe everything to You, Lord.

SIMPLE TRUTH

The applause of God is all that matters.

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EVERLASTING FATHER

And he will be called. . .
Everlasting Father.
Isaiah 9:6

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, someday death will sever the ties with your earthly father. Remember that I am your Everlasting Father. My arms of comfort never tire; My plans for you are always good; My relationship with you will always be secure. You can run to My arms anytime, day or night, and I will be available. You will always have a home in My heart.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
No matter how good or how painful our relationships here on earth, You are the One who never changes. You are the One who lovingly prepares a home for all His children. You are the One who plans our future with wisdom. For always, Lord, You are my Everlasting Father.

SIMPLE TRUTH

Children run to their Father's arms, not to win a race, but to embrace the object of their love.

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PATIENCE

PATIENCE

Now the God of patience and consolation grant you

to be likeminded one toward another according to Christ Jesus.

Romans 15:5 kjv

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, I understand your humanness. I never excuse sin, but I am here, ready to forgive. I see the intent of your heart. When discouragement pushes you to surrender, remember to be patient with yourself. You are a work in progress, and I am not finished with you yet. And I love working with weak vessels.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
How many times You give me second chances, Lord! How often You extend Your hand, welcoming me back to Your heart. You know I am dust, yet You patiently work with me, giving me time to change and developing my character into one that mirrors Your likeness. Thank You for not giving up on me.

SIMPLE TRUTH

Patience lets God write the calendar of our lives.

ROCK

From the ends of the earth I call to you,

I call as my heart grows faint;

lead me to the rock

that is higher than I.

Psalm 61:2

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, I hear your cries for help. I am never too busy to come. I am only a prayer away. Are you being chased by shadows of your past? Are your circumstances robbing you of strength? Come to Me. I am your rock-solid shelter. There you can rest, until your heart is strong enough to travel again.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
You are the stabilizing force in my life, Lord. I am but a pebble, but You are my rock, my hiding place in a world that is shaky and uncertain. Blessed be the rock. Your strength is awesome.

SIMPLE TRUTH

Jesus is the solid rock of our foundation.

ABBA

For you did not receive a spirit that

makes you a slave again to fear,

but you received the Spirit of sonship.

And by him we cry, "Abba, Father."

Romans 8:15

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, how I love to call you that! Do you know what a treasure you are to Me? Do you know how many times a day I am thinking of you? And do you know how it grieves My heart when you forget how much I love you? Did you know that if you had been the only one, I still would have died for you?

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
You have no favorites, Lord. Your home is never too full. Your table is never too small. Your arms are never too short to embrace me—and all who call You "Daddy." I speak Your name, and a heartful of emotions well up in gratitude to You.

SIMPLE TRUTH

The Father's arms are always open to His children

OUR PEACE

For he himself is our peace,

who has made the two one and has destroyed the barrier,

the dividing wall of hostility.

Ephesians 2:14

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, I am not your enemy. Celebrate the victory that I won for you. The prisoners of war in your heart have been set free! You are not bound by old patterns and habits anymore. I am not only your peace. but I am your bridge over troubled waters. Because you have peace with Me, you have direct access to My kingdom.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
Jesus, You stand as a bridge, bringing me to the Father. Your sacrifice ripped away the wall of separation and ushered me into God's presence. Your death made possible my life. The price You paid sealed my peace treaty with God. We are no longer enemies but friends, Lord.

SIMPLE TRUTH

Peace is not a feeling; it is a person.

LIFTER OF MY HEAD

But thou, O Lord,

art a shield for me;

my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.

Psalm 3:3 kjv

FROM THE FATHER'S HEART
My child, when your shoulders are drooping, and your heart is heavy, look to Me. Life is filled with ordinary days, but I can make them extraordinary if you let Me. I care about your concerns. I will not only lift your eyes toward heaven, so you can get a glimpse of My glory, but I will also lift the burdens of your heart. Trust Me.

A GRATEFUL RESPONSE
Morning by morning, Lord, You lift me high above the cares of my world, far beyond the enemies of fear, depression, rejection, and discouragement. With pride and satisfaction, I can see on a clear day forever—a sneak preview of my permanent heavenly place with You. Thank You, Lord, for visions of hope.

SIMPLE TRUTH

Looking up always gives us a fresh perspective.

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