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Chapter 9: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego (Friendship in the Fire)
God is with us, even in Babylon. He can use us here to bring grace to the world around us. He can change the hearts of pagan kings. He can walk with us into the furnace. He can and does bless us with a community of believers. And one day He will take us home to our heavenly Promised Land.
— Feb 20, 2026 05:37AM
God is with us, even in Babylon. He can use us here to bring grace to the world around us. He can change the hearts of pagan kings. He can walk with us into the furnace. He can and does bless us with a community of believers. And one day He will take us home to our heavenly Promised Land.
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Chapter 10: The Friendships of Paul (Companions for the Journey)
Most of all, Paul teaches us that the true friendships--like the deepest love--is one that finds its beginning, end, and purpose in Jesus, no matter how far from home we wander or what journeys God calls us to undertake.
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Most of all, Paul teaches us that the true friendships--like the deepest love--is one that finds its beginning, end, and purpose in Jesus, no matter how far from home we wander or what journeys God calls us to undertake.
Darla
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Chapter 8: David and Jonathan (Brothers in Arms)
In giving us the example of David and Jonathan, the Bible calls us to honor the love of friendship. The Bible beckons us to recognize the wonder, the miracle that is true, covenanted friendship-love.
— Feb 19, 2026 05:28AM
In giving us the example of David and Jonathan, the Bible calls us to honor the love of friendship. The Bible beckons us to recognize the wonder, the miracle that is true, covenanted friendship-love.
Darla
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Chapter 7: David and Abigail (The Rebel and the Peacemaker)
We know that the Lord can take what the enemy intends for evil and turn it to good (Genesis 50:20). He certainly did that for Abigail. Her righeous and compassionate action impacted the course of David's life--which is to say, she changed the course of Israel's history, and ours.
— Feb 18, 2026 05:01AM
We know that the Lord can take what the enemy intends for evil and turn it to good (Genesis 50:20). He certainly did that for Abigail. Her righeous and compassionate action impacted the course of David's life--which is to say, she changed the course of Israel's history, and ours.
Darla
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Chapter 5: Ruth and Boaz (Second Chances)
Boaz as a redeemer modeled what Christ would do for those outsiders. He stepped in to pay the price for each of us, when we were poor and in need. . . Christ meets us with kindness and compassion, not chiding or turning us away for coming to Him. Like Boaz, Christ wraps His acceptance around us and gives us life anew--one full of second chances.
— Feb 17, 2026 05:42AM
Boaz as a redeemer modeled what Christ would do for those outsiders. He stepped in to pay the price for each of us, when we were poor and in need. . . Christ meets us with kindness and compassion, not chiding or turning us away for coming to Him. Like Boaz, Christ wraps His acceptance around us and gives us life anew--one full of second chances.
Darla
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Chapter 5: Esther and Xerxes (Marriage to a Monarch)
Bottom line: our relationship--or spouse--doesn't have to be perfect in order for God to work through it. Esther and Xerxes' relationship is probably one we can't relate to at all! But what a beautiful picture it paints of what God can do when we are humble and surrender to His will, even in the midst of unusual circumstances.
— Feb 16, 2026 05:29AM
Bottom line: our relationship--or spouse--doesn't have to be perfect in order for God to work through it. Esther and Xerxes' relationship is probably one we can't relate to at all! But what a beautiful picture it paints of what God can do when we are humble and surrender to His will, even in the midst of unusual circumstances.
Darla
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Chapter 4: Joseph and Mary (A Bond of Trust)
Loving God, please remind us of the beautiful lessons we see in the marriage of Mary and Joseph. For those of us who are married, or hope to be, help us in the midst of all our challenges to find our way to an "us." Show us how to die to self and operate as a team committed to caring for and esteeming each other. . .
— Feb 15, 2026 05:45AM
Loving God, please remind us of the beautiful lessons we see in the marriage of Mary and Joseph. For those of us who are married, or hope to be, help us in the midst of all our challenges to find our way to an "us." Show us how to die to self and operate as a team committed to caring for and esteeming each other. . .
Darla
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Chapter 3: Adam and Eve (The Original Love Story)
Adam and Eve fell short of their potential, but their impact did not end with the Fall. We should view it not only as the story of original sin, but also as the birthplace of original love. One thing's for sure: The story of Adam and Eve is not done teaching us yet.
— Feb 14, 2026 05:46AM
Adam and Eve fell short of their potential, but their impact did not end with the Fall. We should view it not only as the story of original sin, but also as the birthplace of original love. One thing's for sure: The story of Adam and Eve is not done teaching us yet.
Darla
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Chapter 2: Samson and Delilah
The chains of Samson's sin were never stronger than the mercy and love of God, and even in Samson's darkness--even when he thought his own bad decisions and relationships may have alienated God from him forever--even then, God was there.
— Feb 13, 2026 06:16AM
The chains of Samson's sin were never stronger than the mercy and love of God, and even in Samson's darkness--even when he thought his own bad decisions and relationships may have alienated God from him forever--even then, God was there.
Darla
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Chapter 1: Song of Solomon
This bride and groom remind us just how powerful and precious love and the hope for a lifetime bond can be. We should cherish the gift of romance and marriage, nurture and feed it. As our relationships mature, we shouldn't put them on autopilot.
— Feb 12, 2026 05:55AM
This bride and groom remind us just how powerful and precious love and the hope for a lifetime bond can be. We should cherish the gift of romance and marriage, nurture and feed it. As our relationships mature, we shouldn't put them on autopilot.
