Laura Bailey
iBelieve Contributor
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A Prayer to Have Faith God Will Provide - Your Daily Prayer - March 13
The Lord wants to meet our needs and longs to have a personal relationship with us, satisfying our souls with the sweetness of an eternal relationship with Jesus Christ. As we go about our day, let...Monday, March 13, 2023
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A Prayer to Accept Others - Your Daily Prayer - March 8
Paul, in Romans 15:1-7, encouraged believers of all levels of faith to humbly work to get along and accept one another, even if their beliefs on personal freedoms differ.Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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When the Best Thing You Can Do Is Take a Nap - The Crosswalk Devotional - March 3
I wish I were one of those people who could live off 5 hours of sleep and forgo eating for productivity, but I can’t. I am one unhappy camper when I push my body, neglect to get adequate rest, skip...Friday, March 3, 2023
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Acting with the Right Heart Motivation - The Crosswalk Devotional - February 27
Are you in a season of going through the spiritual motions? Do you continue to get up and read the Bible, check the prayer box, and do all the “right Christian things,” but know that you're doing...Monday, February 27, 2023
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A Prayer to Live with Eternity in Mind - Your Daily Prayer - February 26
The reality is that, as humans, we can’t truly fathom eternity. We know that God has provided eternal life to those who trust in His Son Jesus, but understanding the weight of eternity is beyond...Sunday, February 26, 2023
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A Prayer for Missional Motherhood - Your Daily Prayer - February 18
Discipling our children is not just a one-and-done thing; it isn't a checklist but a way of life. Yes, we should work toward a daily prayer and bible reading routine, but a big part of discipling...Saturday, February 18, 2023
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8 Fun Ideas for Your Husband This Valentine's Day
Sometimes we can overcomplicate what makes our men happy; most men are content with a stomach full of good food and some extra love from their wives.Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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A Prayer for Co-Laboring with God
A few months ago, my middle daughter accepted Christ, it was a day we’d prayed for since her birth, and my husband and I were beyond excited. We attend church regularly, pray, read the Bible as a...Thursday, February 2, 2023
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3 Reasons for Tensions Between Adult Children and Parents
As believers who desire to honor God with their lives, many adult Christians wonder how to honor their parents as family roles and dynamics change, notably during major life shifts such as marriage...Wednesday, January 25, 2023
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Encouragement to Pass the Baton - The Crosswalk Devotional - January 24
May we strive to be people with arms and hearts open to receiving this great commissioning from the saints who have run their race and finished strong. And may we be faithful in looking for...Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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5 Easy Crockpot Recipes for the Woman Who Is Tired of Cooking
So friend, if you are worn down by planning yet another meal, stressing over complex recipes, or cringing at another late-night kitchen cleaning, there’s hope!Monday, January 23, 2023
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A Prayer for Co-Laboring with God - Your Daily Prayer - January 23
While we can’t save others, God, in His graciousness, invites us to be co-laborers with him in the process!Monday, January 23, 2023
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The Example of Christ in Our Marriage - The Crosswalk Devotional - January 20
Relationships, even among God’s children, are messy, and often, the more intimate the bond, the more likely we experience strife and discord. Peter understood that relationships are easily...Friday, January 20, 2023
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3 Reasons for Tensions between Adult Children and Parents
By learning to love unconditionally, forgive quickly, and extend grace and mercy to our families, we can do the same with the family of God.Friday, January 13, 2023
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A Prayer for Flexibility in Our Planning - Your Daily Prayer - January 8
May we approach planning humbly, learning to adjust and adapt when things don’t work out how we’d hoped. Because God is all-knowing and loves us dearly, we can trust His plans are always better...Sunday, January 8, 2023
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Ditching New Year's Resolutions - The Crosswalk Devotional - December 31
Last year, I decided to ditch the resolutions for good and focus on a word or Scripture for the year. Setting goals and working towards improving oneself isn’t a bad thing. But, we mustn’t let our...Saturday, December 31, 2022
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A Prayer to Practice Christmas Cheer All Year Long - Your Daily Prayer - December 26
There’s no denying that the Christmas season brings a mixture of emotions; within minutes, we can feel joy, excitement, anxiousness, irritation, and loneliness. But year after year, among the...Monday, December 26, 2022
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5 Tips for a Calm Calendar
As an overachiever, “planning is my hobby,” task-master type of gal, it has taken work to transform my calendar from chaotic to calm. But, in learning to guard my schedule, I’ve experienced more...Wednesday, December 14, 2022