Lamentations 3:22-23  The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.

As we age, we feel like a child's toy on Christmas morning. You know, the one that comes in the box that warns, "Some assembly required." Slow to rise with something to help us out of bed, snap in the upper and lower dentures, and coax in the hearing aids, NOW we're assembled. But for what?

We're assembled for service to God who sent His Son to take away our sins and to serve Him. All the days of our lives. Sometimes the aging process tempts us to question our usefulness. When getting started in the morning seems like an insurmountable task, begin each day with a prayer. Then you can go to work serving the Lord and your neighbor.

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Psalm 143:8  Let me hear in the morning of your steadfast love, for in you I trust.

Her neuropathy and nerve pain in her feet and legs worsened, so she started using a walker. She had tried to get by with pain medication, but it became clear she needed to do more. While the pain did not go away, the walker provided the necessary support and stability she needed to move around.

Jesus healed many people during His time one earth, and He provided care and comfort for those in need. What a great example for us! While not all of us will be healed on earth, we look forward to the glorious day when we will be in heaven and all pain and discomfort will wash away!

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John 16:13  When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth...

Many Christians in our society today are acting more like thermometers than thermostats. They are reflecting the spiritual and moral climate of their surroundings, so they can fit in with the beliefs and values of people around them, and not offend anyone or cause a stir.

Too few of us are like thermostats - letting the Holy Spirit use us to help change the spiritual and moral environment in which we live. It's not easy to stand up boldly for Jesus Christ and the truth of the Bible. But when we rely on the Spirit of truth, He will give us the faith, courage, and guidance to make a difference. He will enable us to reflect the light and love and truths of Jesus in our words and actions.

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1 Corinthians 11:1 Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.

If children see a favorite television or movie character perform a certain stunt, they want to try it! Children also imitate the adults in their lives, copying actions and speech and often taking adult opinions as their own.

The apostle Paul told believers to imitate him. They were not to model their lives after his life because he was an apostle and teacher, although those would have been good reasons. Paul wanted believers to imitate him because he imitated Christ. The apostle sought to model his life after the life of his Savior, and he wanted others to follow in Jesus' footsteps. With the help of the Holy Spirit, we want to live that way too: "Copy me because I copy Jesus!"

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Luke 14:11 "...he who humbles himself will be exalted."

Jesus loves humble Christians. It's not complicated. It's simple. When parents were bringing their children to be blessed by Jesus, His disciples did not want to be bothered. Jesus scolded them for their superior attitude and told them that children are the best example of simple trust and faith (Mark 10:13-16). Jesus says, "Learn from me, for I am humble and gentle in heart" (Matthew 11:29). How can we be haughty or arrogant when we remember Christ's humiliation?

He left the glory and power of heaven and became a human being like us, so that He could die on the cross for the forgiveness of our sins.

To believe that, and know that Christ is our Lord and Savior, is not complicated. It is simply to accept His love with simple, childlike faith. What a blessing!

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Proverbs 19:21 Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.

On November 2, 1947, the largest plane in the world, the "Spruce Goose," designed, built, and flown by Howard Hughes, took off for its maiden flight. It traveled about one mile, about seventy feet above the ground, and never flew again. Hughes' great plan failed. The $25 million he spent on his aviation failure could have helped many people.

God's plan and purpose was to save people from eternal death. He sent His Son to pay the price. The cost was enormous, but it was worth it. It did not fail. Jesus' life, His suffering, death, and resurrection won eternal victory for us all. That gospel message is still flying high today. Check your plans with God's good purposes. God's plans will not fail you.

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Luke 24:32 They said to each other, "Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road, while he opened to us the Scriptures?"

You probably know that walking is good for your physical health. Did you know it's a good way to connect with Jesus too, especially if you are upset?

Scientific research shows that when we are flooded with emotions, our bodies need 15 minutes of calming activity to metabolize stress hormones. When we're upset, one of the best things we can do is take a walk with Jesus.

Like He did with the two disciples on the road to Emmaus, Jesus opens our eyes to new things when we walk and talk with Him. We pour out our complaints to Him, and He gives us peace in exchange. Just 15 minutes on the road with Jesus always improves our mood.

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