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Quiet Time: Assurance

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Dear Heavenly Father,

As I reflect on Assurance in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me.

Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Assurance. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you.

In Jesus' name, Amen.

Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Assurance in a way that honors him and serves others. The devotional life is not just about personal growth—it's about being transformed to transform the world around us.

Scripture References

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

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