Dick Ivey

Hide me away, O LORD!!

Father, help me remember all day today that when I praise You in the heat of a hard day, both You and I are blessed. I come near, and You hide me in the secret place of Your Presence. O, thank You, my Father and my God. Amen and Amen! Verse for Today: “You shall hide […]

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Who’s afraid…not me

LORD Jesus, it is so easy to get lost in the rhetoric of world news. Please help me today to focus on Your peace and to trust in I am richly intertwined in Your kingdom. The more I lean on You in confident dependence, the less fearful I will be. If my heart is steadfastly trusting

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How many times have I told you…nobody teaches you this stuff – Relationships Basics 101 -A to F

Kids are heading back to school and most parents shout Hallelujah! They are building a foundation of the skills and knowledge that will carry them through life. Often at the start of the year and at certain points throughout, teachers will dedicate time to reviewing what’s already been covered. The purpose, of course, is to

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Leaning on Jesus!!

O LORD, since I know Peace and Trust in You are richly intertwined in Your kingdom. The more I lean on You in confident dependence, the less fearful I am. If my heart is steadfastly trusting in You, I need not be afraid of bad news. Thank You for the assurance You are mine and I

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Forever and ever…Amen!

O, my LORD, because You never change, my relationship with You provides a rock-solid foundation for my life. Thank you for never leaving my side. I WILL NOT be afraid, because You are with me for all time and throughout eternity. Even so, come LORD Jesus. Amen. Verse for Today: “For this God is our

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Heaven is my hope and home!

IFather, the older I get the more I’m learning to accept things the way they are, without losing hope for a better future. And I rejoice in the hope of heaven, knowing that indescribably joyful Life is my ultimate calling!   I just pray each day for all those I love to turn to You for

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5 Big Mistakes of Busy Couples

Grateful to PREPARE/ENRICH for this article. They publish the best diagnostic tool for couples to diagnose issues in their marriages. We use it all the time. Everyone is busy to some extent, right? In today’s world, it’s almost a badge of honor – the busier you are, the more productive you must be. While I

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