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The Holy of Holies Mar 16, 2021

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Today as we look at the Holy of Holies, we’ll see how Jesus fulfilled the requirements of God’s law and is the perfect High Priest on our behalf. As we learn of all Jesus’ sacrifice accomplished, may our hearts swell in worship and thanks to our King.

Our Scripture for today comes from Hebrews 10:19-22, and today's worship is When You Walk Into The Room by Bryan & Katie Torwalt.

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The Pillar of God's Presence Mar 15, 2021

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Today as we explore the stories of the Israelites being led by the pillar of God’s presence, we’ll examine what that means for God’s leadership in our own lives. As we submit to his leadership, may we find how truly faithful he is to lead us in every single season. Open your heart to trust him afresh today, and remember he is for you.

Our Scripture for today comes from Exodus 13:21-22, and today's worship is Spirit Lead Me by Influence Music & Michael Ketterer.

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Moses, Isaiah, and the Holiness of God Mar 14, 2021

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Today we will look at the stories of Moses and Isaiah. They encountered the holiness of God and were changed forever. As we look upon him, may we be changed just the same. Know that as you come before him, you are loved by him and made right with him through the blood of Jesus. He simply wants you to come.

Our Scripture for today comes from Exodus 3:2, and today's worship is Holy Ground by Jeremy Riddle.

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Moses and the Tent of Meeting Mar 13, 2021

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In today’s devotional, we’re going to build on the foundation we built yesterday by looking at different stories in which God made his presence known in a perspective-changing way. Today, we’ll look at Moses and the Tent of Meeting. May God make all our faces shine in his presence today, that the world would see the goodness that comes from spending meaningful time alone with God.

Our Scripture for today comes from Exodus 33:7, and today's worship is Make Room (feat. Elyssa Smith) by Community Music.

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The Reality of God's Presence Mar 12, 2021

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God’s presence is real, full of love, and completely transformational. It takes what was broken and brings healing. It takes what was lost and guides us to our rightful place in the Father. It satisfies the weary, brings light to the darkness, and pours out the refreshing rain of God’s love on the dryest, deepest parts of the soul. Today we’re beginning a new series, focusing on deepening our understanding and practice of God’s presence by focusing on the reality of his presence. May God open our eyes and hearts to see and sense his nearness in a meaningful way today.

Our Scripture for today comes from Psalm 139:7-8, and today's worship is Hide and Seek (feat. Nikki Moltz) by First15 Worship.

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Gifts of the Holy Spirit Mar 11, 2021

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In the final devotional of this series on the Holy Spirit, we’re going to look at what God’s word has to say about the gifts of the Spirit. God has called and equipped each of us uniquely, and importantly to co-labor with him. I pray that God would reveal to you how he’s wired and gifted you in the Spirit today, that you would find joy and deeper relationship with him in walking out your unique calling on the earth.

Our Scripture for today comes from 1 Corinthians 12:1, and today's worship is Fullness by Elevation Worship feat. Chris Brown.

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Sanctification in the Holy Spirit Mar 10, 2021

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In today’s devotional, we’re going to explore the concept of sanctification in the Holy Spirit. Every day, every moment, God is working to mold us into his likeness. We were made in his image. And the Holy Spirit is so insightful, so good at molding us and correcting us. There is so much peace in store for us if we’ll allow God to take away anything in our life that is holding us back from what we were originally created for: to live free from sin, free from shame, free from the weight of the world, and holy and righteous in him. May you be encouraged as we open our hearts and seek sanctification in the Holy Spirit today.

Our Scripture for today comes from 1 Peter 1:2, and today's worship is New by Craig and Rachel Denison.

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The Fruit of the Holy Spirit Mar 09, 2021

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In today’s devotional, we’re going to explore how we can bear the life-giving, world-changing fruit of the Holy Spirit. Your life is meant to be marked by love, joy, and peace. And plants don’t bear fruit by trying harder, but by simply receiving abundantly whatever they need to bear fruit. May you experience the richness of God’s presence, the water of his peace, and the warmth of his love today as we seek to allow God to bear his fruit in our lives.

Our Scripture for today comes from Galatians 5:22-23, and today's worship is More Like Jesus by Passion.

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Being Taught by the Holy Spirit Mar 08, 2021

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In this life there are constant lessons for us to learn. And in the Holy Spirit, we have been given an amazing teacher. In today’s devotional we’re going to explore what it means to be taught by the Holy Spirit. May we be good students of God’s word today, and allow him to guide us into a lifestyle of learning with him. For his glory, and our good.

Our Scripture for today comes from 1 John 2:20, and today's worship is Speak to Me by Kathryn Scott (feat. Martin Smith)

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Praying with the Holy Spirit Mar 07, 2021

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Today we’re going to look at one of the most life giving topics we can discuss, praying with the Holy Spirit. We’ve been given an incredible gift in God that most of us fail to use enough, and that’s real communication with God himself in the Holy Spirit. I pray that your ears would be opened to hear the loving voice of your Creator today, as we discover together what it means to pray with the Holy Spirit.

Our Scripture for today comes from Jude 1:20-21, and today's worship is I'm Listening by Chris McClarney feat. Hollyn.

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