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The Sons of Korah: Week 3

8/19/2025

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#Discover the #beauty of #Psalm45, the third psalm written by the #SonsOfKorah--a #poetic #LoveSong to the King. This #BibleStudy explores its rich imagery of #devotion, #worship, and longing for #God’s presence. #Learn how this #prophetic #psalm points to #Christ as the eternal King, calling #believers to leave behind lesser loves and embrace wholehearted worship. Perfect for #Christian #encouragement, #Bible study, and deepening your #faith in God’s unshakable Kingdom. #FaithJourney #biblical

A Devotion and Longing for God
​Psalm 45

The story of the Sons of Korah is one of remarkable redemption. Their ancestor, Korah, rebelled against God’s appointed leadership and perished under dramatic judgment (Num. 16). But “the sons of Korah did not die” (Num. 26:11). They lived—and from their lineage came some of the most heartfelt expressions of longing, worship, and devotion in the Psalms.

Though Korah sought to approach God on his own terms, his descendants teach us, through inspired song, what it means to approach God with reverence, humility, and awe. Let’s journey through the 11 psalms attributed to the Sons of Korah—Psalms 42, 44–49, 84, 85, 87, and 88. These psalms reflect a deep yearning for God’s presence and a resilient trust in His goodness, even in times of sorrow and silence.

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7 Life-Changing Lessons for a Powerful Prayer Life

8/15/2025

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7 Life-Changing Lessons for a Powerful Prayer Life

From Colossians 1:3–14

“We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you…” Colossians 1:3
This powerful passage from Colossians 1:3-14 is more than a prayer—it’s a blueprint. The Apostle Paul’s heart for the church in Colossae shines through, revealing not just how to pray, but why we pray.

Whether you’re seasoned in prayer or just beginning to grow in it, this Scripture can refresh your approach and reshape your perspective.

Let’s explore 7 key lessons we can learn from Paul’s beautiful prayer.

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The Sons of Korah: Week 2

8/12/2025

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The sons of Korah became powerful #WorshipLeaders and #writers of some of the most heartfelt #psalms in #Scripture despite their father's rebellion against God. This blog post explores their journey of #redemption and how #God transforms #brokenness into beauty and #praise. Be #encouraged by their story and reminded that no past is too broken for God to #redeem and use for His #glory. #BibleStudy #Faith #GodRedeems #ChristianEncouragement #ChristianBlog #biblical

A Devotion and Longing for God
​Psalm 44

The story of the Sons of Korah is one of remarkable redemption. Their ancestor, Korah, rebelled against God’s appointed leadership and perished under dramatic judgment (Num. 16). But “the sons of Korah did not die” (Num. 26:11). They lived—and from their lineage came some of the most heartfelt expressions of longing, worship, and devotion in the Psalms.

Though Korah sought to approach God on his own terms, his descendants teach us, through inspired song, what it means to approach God with reverence, humility, and awe. Let’s journey through the 11 psalms attributed to the Sons of Korah—Psalms 42, 44–49, 84, 85, 87, and 88. These psalms reflect a deep yearning for God’s presence and a resilient trust in His goodness, even in times of sorrow and silence.

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Nothing Can Separate You From God’s Love

8/8/2025

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Discover #hope and assurance in our latest blog post exploring #Romans 8:38-39. #Learn how nothing can separate us from #God's love--no hardship, fear, or failure. This #encouraging #Christian #devotional offers #biblical insight, spiritual strength, and a reminder of God’s unshakable #faithfulness. Whether you're battling doubt or seeking comfort, find #peace in the promise of Christ's love. Perfect for Bible study, faith-building, and deepening your walk with God. Read now for uplifting truth!
Some of the most hope-filled, identity-shaping words in all of Scripture are found in Romans 8.
"Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? As it is written,

'For Your sake we are being killed all the day long; we are regarded as sheep to be slaughtered.'

No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 8:35–39

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The Sons of Korah: Week 1

8/5/2025

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Discover the powerful story of #redemption in our new blog series The Sons of Korah: A #Devotion and Longing for #God. Explore how these once-rebellious descendants became #WorshipLeaders who penned #psalms of deep longing for God’s presence. In this first post, we dive into #Psalm42, unpacking its heartfelt cry for intimacy with God. Perfect for #BibleStudy groups, #worship leaders, or anyone seeking #spiritual renewal. Follow the series and grow deeper in your #FaithJourney. #SmallGroupStudy

A Devotion and Longing for God
​Psalm 42

The story of the Sons of Korah is one of remarkable redemption. Their ancestor, Korah, rebelled against God’s appointed leadership and perished under dramatic judgment (Num. 16). But “the sons of Korah did not die” (Num. 26:11). They lived—and from their lineage came some of the most heartfelt expressions of longing, worship, and devotion in the Psalms.

Though Korah sought to approach God on his own terms, his descendants teach us, through inspired song, what it means to approach God with reverence, humility, and awe. Let’s journey through the 11 psalms attributed to the Sons of Korah—Psalms 42, 44–49, 84, 85, 87, and 88. These psalms reflect a deep yearning for God’s presence and a resilient trust in His goodness, even in times of sorrow and silence.

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Hope For The Bitter Heart

8/1/2025

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Discover #Gospel-centered #encouragement in our new blog post Hope for the Bitter Heart. #Learn how to uproot #bitterness and embrace #healing through #Christ, with #wisdom from #Hebrews 12:15. This post offers #biblical insight, #hope for hurting hearts, and #practical steps to guard against resentment. Perfect for those seeking #Christian encouragement, #faith-based healing, and #emotional #restoration. #Read now and find #freedom through #God’s #grace. #ChristianEncouragement #BibleStudy
The last several months, I have had to watch and walk alongside someone I love dearly as they go through a prolonged season of hurt, discouragement, and difficulty. It isn’t as simple as one event or circumstance that has brought about this period of pain, but rather a series of situations that have slowly worn this person down.

​Thankfully, they haven’t lost faith, but that doesn’t mean they are not still weighed down by what has become a weighty burden. And it has been made all the harder because there doesn’t seem to be an end or easy answers in sight. 


That’s the thing about carrying heavy things — we can do fairly well when the duration of bearing the load is short, or we can see that relief is near.​

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Praying Proverbs Over Your Child: Week 9

7/29/2025

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New on the Blog! Week 9 of #Praying #Proverbs Over Your #Child dives into Understanding, #Values, and Work--key #biblical themes from Proverbs 2, 6, and 8. Discover how #God’s #wisdom #equips you to raise #godly #kids with #eternal values and strong work #ethic. This summer #BibleStudy for #Christian #moms offers #Scripture-based #prayers and insights for intentional, #faith-filled #parenting. Join us weekly or catch up anytime. #BiblicalParenting #ChristianMoms #gospelcenteredparenting #momhack
Welcome to our Summer 2025 Book Club-Style Bible Study! This summer, we’ll be walking through Hey Mama! Pray: Praying Proverbs Over Your Child—a powerful, prayerful guide for parents seeking to raise their children in the wisdom and love of Jesus.

Join us every Tuesday morning, June 3 – July 29, at 9:00 AM right here on the blog. Can’t make it then? No worries—jump in whenever it works for you! 

Get your copy of the book on Amazon or download the printable version from Etsy.

Why this study matters:
Praying Proverbs over your child is more than a devotional practice—it’s a powerful parenting tool. As Christian parents, we’ve been entrusted with the sacred responsibility of guiding our children to know, love, and follow Jesus Christ.

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