Today’s thoughts are by Deborah Ard.

Psalm 31:23-24 MSG — Love God, all you saints; God takes care of all who stay close to him, But he pays back in full those arrogant enough to go it alone. Be brave. Be strong. Don’t give up. Expect God to get here soon.

We began this week examining the definition of a saint and each day I have encouraged you to think of people in your life that have been a saint to you. When you hear the word saint which people come to mind? How have these people impacted your life? How did they bear fruit? I suspect that the people you refer to as saints walk closely with Jesus, spend time in prayer, and give God all the glory. Which of these habits do you practice? How are you allowing God to use you to impact others in His name? How are you bearing fruit for God?

Let’s pray. Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the saints in my life who have been a Christian example and shown me the way. Continue to guide and direct them as they share Your love. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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