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“The new covenant is purchased by the blood of Christ, effected by the Spirit of Christ, and appropriated by faith in Christ.”
― John Piper, Good News of Great Joy: Daily Readings for Advent

“A stronghold is a false premise that denies God’s promise. It “sets itself up against the knowledge of God” (v. 5 NIV). It seeks to eclipse our discovery of God. It attempts to magnify the problem and minimize God’s ability to solve it. Does”
― Max Lucado, He Fights for You: Promises for Everyday Battles

“Every difficulty and every temptation that comes our way, if we receive it correctly, is God’s opportunity.”
― Lettie B. Cowman, Streams in the Desert: 366 Daily Devotional Readings

“Jesus is the gatekeeper for the thoughts I put in my mind and the identity I allow to sink into my heart. Lord,”
― Lysa TerKeurst, Made to Crave Devotional: 60 Days to Craving God, Not Food