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Whether you are having a good day, a tough day, or are somewhere in-between, daily we need truth and the hope of Christ. Eastminster desires to share the hope of Christ with you through daily devotionals where devotions make Christ and the Bible relevant to your everyday life.
Courage! I AM! Fear Not!
Posted in Courage/Perseverance
Scripture: “…When evening came, the boat was out on the sea, and He was alone on the land. When He saw that they were straining at the oars against an adverse wind, He came towards them early in the morning, walking on the sea. He intended to pass them by. But when they saw Him […]
Read MoreLaughing From Here to Heaven
Posted in Fear/Anxiety
Scripture: “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” Colossians 3:2 My late mother, Valiska, and her sister-in-law, Frances, were best friends. For over 20 years, they lived next door to each other in Forest Acres and did everything together. In fact, our families were so close that most everyone thought that […]
Read MoreWhy Pray? Pt. 2
Posted in Fear/Anxiety
Prayers of Affirmation Change Perspectives Scripture: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with […]
Read MoreWhy Pray? Pt. 1
Posted in Fear/Anxiety
Prayer Brings Inner Peace “Now about eight days after these sayings Jesus took with Him Peter and John and James, and went up on the mountain to pray. And while He was praying, the appearance of His face changed, and His clothes became dazzling white. Luke 9: 28-29 As I grow older, I […]
Read MoreOur Nation’s Security
Posted in Courage/Perseverance
“For the Word of the Lord is upright, and all His work is done in faithfulness. He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the steadfast love of the Lord. By the Word of the Lord the heavens were made, and all their host by the breath of His mouth. He gathered the […]
Read MoreLessons Through Strangers in Unexpected Places
Posted in Parenting/Marriage
Scripture: “… But the greatest of these is love.” 1 Cor. 13:13 Ten years ago, my husband and I traveled to Napa Valley, California to celebrate our 15th anniversary. We had spent months lining up an itinerary that surely would unfold into sweet memories. Bicycle rides to nearby wineries, rich-tasting food paired with deep […]
Read MoreThe Final Chapter is Not Final
Posted in Anger/Frustration
The Final Chapter is Not Final “But He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.’” 2 Corinthians 12:9 There are some things I remember keenly about a hot and muggy August day back in 1962. Our Junior High Fellowship went on an outing […]
Read MoreThankful From Sunrise to Sunset
Posted in Gratitude/Thankfulness
“David praised the Lord in the presence of the whole assembly, saying, ‘Praise be to You, Lord, the God of our father Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is Yours. Yours, Lord, is […]
Read MoreRedefining Your Neighbor
Posted in Evangelism
“But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, ‘And who is my neighbor?’ In reply Jesus said: ‘A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, when he was attacked by robbers. They stripped him of his clothes, beat him and went away, leaving him half dead. A priest happened to be going […]
Read MoreKeep the Story Going
Posted in Evangelism
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be My witnesses, telling people about Me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1:8) “Jesus came and told His disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, […]
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