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August 3, 2015
by autumn macarthur
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The Lord looks at the heart

God sees who we really are

The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.
1 Samuel 16:7 NIV

Lord, I’m so grateful that You see who we really are, yet You still choose us and love us. We don’t have to be perfect, beautiful, popular, or fit society’s expectations of who we should be, as long as we have a heart for You. Please, help me to see past external appearances to see the truth in others, and love them as You do.

I’m glad God gave me this verse today!

I feel so blessed that He sees past my unfashionable, overweight, middle-aged exterior and finds something to love in me. It reminds me to look deeper at the people in my life, and try to see them with His eyes.

It will work well as the theme verse for a story I hope to be writing later in the year, too, Book #6 in the Love in Store series. A famous actress on the run from a broken engagement to a rock star sees that the good and loving heart of the homely man who helps her is worth far more than fame, looks, or money.

I realised as I wrote that, it’s also perfect for the story I’m writing now, about a divorced couple rediscovering their love at Christmas. Married after a whirlwind romance, they separated because neither saw or appreciated their deeper qualities or true selves, and instead believed they’d fallen out of love. Now, they need to learn how to see each other as God does – looking at the heart, from the heart.

I hope God also blesses you with some lovely serendipity today!

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August 2, 2015
by autumn macarthur
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New every day!

God makes us new

How enduring is God’s loyal love; the Eternal has inexhaustible compassion.
Here they are, every morning, new! Your faithfulness, God, is as broad as the day.
Lamentations 3:22-23The Voice

Thank You Lord for Your endless love and compassion.
Some days, I mess up so badly. On those dark days, I rebel against You. I make the wrong choices. I do the wrong things. I choose anger, not love. I need so much to be renewed in You.
You always are there for me. You always keep Your promises.
Every day, I start again, a new creation in You, filled with Your Love and Your Spirit, redeemed and forgiven.

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August 1, 2015
by autumn macarthur
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The light shines!

John 1:5 – God’s light always overcomes the darkness

Before anything else existed, there was Christ, with God. He has always been alive and is himself God. He created everything there is — nothing exists that he didn’t make. Eternal life is in him, and this life gives light to all mankind. His life is the light that shines through the darkness—and the darkness can never extinguish it. (John 1:1-5, TLB)

Lord, thank You that even on our darkest, most lost days, You are there with us, showing us the way home. All we need to do to get out of the dark and find Your perfect light is choose to follow You.

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July 30, 2015
by autumn macarthur
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Finding strength in God

Nehemiah 8:10 – God is overjoyed to free us from our pasts!

This day is special. It is sacred to our Lord. Do not grieve over your past mistakes. Let the Eternal’s own joy be your protection! Nehemiah 8:10, The Voice

Lord, help me to live as each day is special and sacred. You want us to live freely and joyfully in You, forgiven and released from guilt over our past mistakes. Help me to remember that Your grace and mercy have no end. If I bring it to You, You will lift any burden from me. Thank You for that!

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July 29, 2015
by autumn macarthur
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All that we need….

2 Corinthians 9:8 – God will bless us

And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.

Lord, help me to open my heart and mind and life to Your blessings, so I can do Your work, willingly and joyfully. Help me to be Your hands in the world, and Your voice in the world, and Your love in the world. Help me to be willing to serve You, in whatever way You ask.

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July 28, 2015
by autumn macarthur
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One day at a time…

Matthew 6:34 – let God take care of tomorrow

“So don’t be anxious about tomorrow. God will take care of your tomorrow too. Live one day at a time.” (The Living Bible)

Lord, you know I worry, about so many things. Help me to trust in You and hand all those worries over, knowing that You will take care of them all. You intended us to live joyously, one day at a time, in trust and faith. Thank You for helping me do that.

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July 27, 2015
by autumn macarthur
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All God’s work is wonderful – including us!

Psalm 139:13-14 We are made as we are for a reason

For You shaped me, inside and out.
You knitted me together in my mother’s womb long before I took my first breath.
I will offer You my grateful heart,
for I am Your unique creation, filled with wonder and awe.
You have approached even the smallest details with excellence;
Your works are wonderful;
I carry this knowledge deep within my soul.
Psalm 139:13-14 The Voice

Lord, You have a higher plan and purpose for each of us that we can’t see or imagine now. When I get frustrated with my own lack of ability, or the challenges faced of those near to me, give me patience and a loving heart. Please keep reminding me that You have a reason, and that nothing is without meaning when we are with You.

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July 26, 2015
by autumn macarthur
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Calming our fears

Zephaniah 3:17 – God delights in loving us

The Lord your God . . . will take delight in you with gladness.

With his love, He will calm all your fears.

Thank You for reminding me that my fears can be soothed. You love me and care for me and delight in my happiness.

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July 25, 2015
by autumn macarthur
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My heart trusts in Him

Psalm 28:7 – Strength and shield

The Lord is my strength and my shield;
my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. Psalm 28:7 NIV

Please Lord, remind me of this when I get frightened or feel unsafe. Help me to trust in You, knowing You will support and protect me.

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July 24, 2015
by autumn macarthur
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Be still

Psalm 46:10 Be still, and know that I am God

It’s not long since I last posted this, but it’s something I can’t be reminded of too often! Maybe you too?

Lord, in my busy days, help me to remember to slow down, be still before You, and put You at the centre of my life. Only then can all the busy-ness have meaning and purpose.

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Autumn Macarthur

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