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Tag Archives: Thrive Ministry
A Window into the Worship to Come
by Shirley Ralston This devotion was originally published at Thrive Ministry “And when he had taken it, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb. Each one had a harp and they were holding golden bowls … Continue reading
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Tagged Every Nation, Middle East, Missionary Care, Missions, Revelation, Thrive Ministry, Worship
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Market Madness
by Shirley Ralston A version of this devotion was originally published at Thrive Ministry “Have mercy on me, my God, have mercy on me, for in you I take refuge.I will take refuge in the shadow of your wings until … Continue reading
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Tagged cross-cultural missions, Identity, Missions, security, Thrive Ministry
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God’s Presence In Your Absence
by SHIRLEY RALSTON This devotion was originally published at Thrive Ministry “Even to your old age and gray hairs, I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will … Continue reading
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Tagged Aging Parents, Loss, Missionary Care, Missionary Life, Salvation, Thrive Ministry
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Crossing Cultures
This devotion was originally published for Thrive Ministry “…I have become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some. I do all this for the sake of the gospel, that I may share … Continue reading
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Tagged 1 Corinthians 9, Cross-culture, Middle East, Missionary Care, Missions, Thrive Ministry
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A Hero’s Journey
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” James 1:5 “The beautiful thing about this adventure called faith is that we can count … Continue reading
Crossing Cultures
“…I have become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some. I do all this for the sake of the gospel, that I may share in its blessings…” 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 Adapting to … Continue reading
Posted in Devotional Essays
Tagged Culture Shock, Global Worker, Living Overseas, Missions, Thrive Ministry
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Meditation Amid His Majesty
“One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts. They speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty—and I will meditate on your wonderful works.” Psalms 145:4–5 “The purpose of meditation is to enable us to … Continue reading
Posted in Devotional Essays
Tagged Adoration, Beauty, Creation, Direction, God's Presence, Guidance, Meditation, Prayer, Thrive Ministry
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