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   \  /  TODAY'S VERSE from HEARTLIGHT   --   http://www.heartlight.org/
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  VERSE:
     So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your 
God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous 
right hand. All who rage against you will surely be ashamed and disgraced; 
those who oppose you will be as nothing and perish.  -- Isaiah 41:10-11

  THOUGHT:
     Not only does God's blessing rest on us, his presence goes with us. We 
cannot ever be in a place where he is not with us (see Psalm 139). His 
presence and power will uphold us and strengthen us. No matter what may 
happen in and to our physical bodies or our physical worlds, in Jesus, God 
has given us the ultimate triumph over every enemy and all wickedness. Even 
Jesus' doubters and enemies will worship our Lord and kneel at his feet and 
will recognize that our faith is not only appropriate, but it is victorious. 
(cf. 1 Thess. 1)

  PRAYER:
     Thank you, dear Father! You are not only the God of the heavens, but 
you are also my God. You know me and care about me. You hear my cries for 
help and mercy. You share my struggles and burdens.  Please deliver me from 
every enemy, both physical and spiritual, and give me boldness to stand firm 
in my faith in you. In Jesus' name I ask this. Amen.



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