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Lost And Found
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The angel of the LORD found her by a spring of water in the wilderness, the spring on the way to Shur. And he said, Hagar, servant of Sarai, where have you come from and where are you going? She said, I am fleeing from my mistress Sarai. Genesis 16:7 ESV
Hagar wandered alone in the desert. She had always done what she was told, but now it had become too much and she had ran from the painful life that she knew. She was pregnant, having to care for herself, and far away from where she should have been in life.
Hagar means a stranger; one that fears. She was an outsider in her own house. The Angel of the Lord found her lost in the desert and told her to return and submit because God had plans for her and her unborn child. She did everything wrong, but God found her and took care of her. God spoke of her future and took her mind off the pain in her past. She broke down and called the Lord, You are the God who sees me.
If you miss the Lord, He will find you. We often worry too much and ask, Is this what God wants me to do? until we get paralyzed and do nothing at all. You cannot steer a car that is not moving, but once it starts moving, then you can correct its course.
When we get stalled in life, we pray and then try and make the best decision. Sometimes it ends with, Lord, unless you tell us no, then we are going to do this. When you get off course, He will bring you back with a word (Isa 30:21).
If you feel that the Lord wants you do something but you have been held back because you may be wrong, or you have run away from it, know that He will always find you. The Lord seeks out those that are lost.
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Lissy Verghese
Thank you dear Pastor for the great message!
May 10, 2015
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Deborah Alexander
We Thank you Pastor Todd for this message
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Mike OBryan
My goodness what a read!!!!!!!!!! As a Veteran I certainly have been lost many times!! In brief being found id a vey beautiful experience!!! Amazing in such situations we can end up in-The Lord has ways through Our confusion to let Us know He is there and truly guides Us!!!!!! I jes did a read on a patient! This early hour putting Me together this Morn I had too stop!! I've learned I truly can do only so much for another depending on My personal condition!!!! If I'm weak not stable those I encounter can throw Me off! We should realize and heed our own feelings, condition!! I laugh now- I head towards issues events opportunities and must stop My ole thinking and realize where I am at the moment! Hense oh I'm healed over that now I can do this, realization of growth!!!!!!!!!!! Forward Brethren!! Awake half hour, put coffee on opened blinds fan on light settled in I'm rolling! I monitor Me as I move about. I check for pain in My body My speed and accuracy at what I am doing My memory!! You do things right you will get correct results! I have super days by doing the next right thing truly in tune with The Almighty, surrendered as much as possible too His Leed!!! Be Blessable My Motto!!!
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Pam Stauffer
I can certainly understand "We get paralyzed and do nothing at all"....I pray the Lord for his guidance and prodding in my Life....
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J D Williams
JESUS TOLD US THAT HE FOUND US SO I BELIEVE WHAT HE SAID WE CAN TAKE COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT OUR GOD LOOKS FOR US WHEN WE ARE OFF TRACK TO BRING US BACK TO HIM....
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Kay Rushin
Yes he will find you, I often think about it like our GPS, when you make that wrong turn and she starts to re-route, I am tired of God saying re-route. I am trying to listen more and follow him more closely so he doesn't have to re-route me as much. We all have our own journey and everything is needed for our testimony. Good and Bad! It's a blessing to have God to re-route us. Be encourged.
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Penelope Rhome
thank you you father for your word it is wonderful hallelujah
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Mari Kaufmann
I love reading these devotionals. We r praying incessantly for our daughter. Please pray for Larisa.
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Carol Pady
Thank you for your message. Sometimes we have to move and trust God to correct our course of action if necessary. Often His conviction speaks louder than His confirmation that we are doing what He wants us to do. Happy Mother's Day to all mom's. May your day be blessed!
May 10, 2015
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Twila Stierwalt
What a great lesson, I don't know why some times it is so hard to step out in faith, I know that God has hold of my hand even though my eyes can't see Him, He also has my heart.
May 10, 2015
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Loriann Riley
Thank You Pastor For This Message . I feel very lost and alone right now.
May 10, 2015
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Dion Todd
I pray that the Lord will send the Comforter to you and cover you with His presence today in the name of Jesus. May you be given a clear vision and a fresh start.
May 10, 2015
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Michael Russell
Your not alone, because in my world I also feel the same way
May 10, 2015
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Albert Chau
I felt the same this Sunday morning but felt better when I listen to gospel music. Praising God definitely brings comfort to our soul.
May 10, 2015
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Sylvia Todd
Father, I pray you comfort those who are lonely and bring The Comforter into their midst, in the name of Jesus.
May 10, 2015
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William Kasiri
God is watching whatever going through and he is preparing the best for us.
Ps Todd, GOD BLESS YOU
May 10, 2015
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Nell Neathery
the title of this devotional is "lost and found." I remember going to the "lost and found" box in elementary school! Thank you for sharing Beverly Boyd's message. I see the words: time and talent to share, please contact the ministry, no time like today, serve our wonderful Lord, God is so good.. This ministry is bringing hope and light to people all over the world. and the prayer from Romans 15:13: "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit, and I pray this prayer for support of Refreshing Hope Ministries, for the current members and those to follow, and for those who don't become members, may they hear the Word of the Lord through this ministry, in Jesus' name, Amen
May 10, 2015
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Nell Neathery
May God bless you and your family Lissy in Jesus; name, Amen
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Conchita Bowman
Love your devotionals! I have Refreshing Hope Ministries on my prayer list. So sorry I don't have the funds to donate. God's many blessings to you Pastor Todd.
May 10, 2015
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Jeanie Fleming
Dion: You make it so easy to understand what the message from the Bible is telling us about how to live our lives and stay in contact with our Lord in Heaven, even when we a drifting and not paying attention to where we are headed. Thank you for you love of God and knowing that he wanted you and Sylvia to work for Him by teaching others about Him. May your blessing from God increase daily.
May 10, 2015
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Anna Eriksdotter
Thank you for this! PS. I can't find My profile...
May 10, 2015
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Sylvia Todd
Anna, here's a link :) http://www.refreshinghope.org/profile/978
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Beverly Boyd
I hope and pray that everyone is enjoying this fabulous God given day. The sun, beautiful spring flowers, trees, soft green grass and our freedom to worship is priceless. Take a moment to examine your heart and stop waiting for someone else to step up if you value this ministry act now! Please support this ministry. Your prayers, commitment of time, energy and/or financial support to keep RHM alive and shedding light and hope throughout the world is invaluable. God Bless You and He will bless you more and more.
May 10, 2015
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Beverly Boyd
be strong in your faith and all that you know is true in your heart!
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Beverly Boyd
awesome way to think about this journey through life. God love you
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Beverly Boyd
Hi JD ... you certainly are a force to contend with ... God love you and your great outlook on this life.
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Scott Riegelmann
Awesome reading today thank u very much and Happy Mothers Day to all the Mothers out there! God Bless each and every one of you!!! God is GOOD ALL THE TIME!
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Kay Rushin
And all the time God is GOOD, thank you for the Mothers Day wish to us Mothers . Being a Mother gives you unique outlook on life, You always love your child, just like God loves us. The ups and downs. You will go to the ends of the earth to save your child, so God will do the same and more for us.
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Kathy Banfield
Well, here's a little secret for you--"Hagar" was my password once! I really could relate to her and felt we shared so much in common. But there are parallels among many of God's people.Maybe we aren't all that much DIFFERENT as we are ALIKE! Thanks so much for sharing!
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Yes, we all are made in the image of God, and we do share many things in common. Sometimes we do feel all alone like Hagar, but God was watching out for her, just like He does for us. Praise The Lord
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Yes, Amen, and All The Time God is Good. have a blessed day:)
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Amen
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Yes, even when we fall short, Jesus is there to pick us up, wipe us off and say my child just keep going, I'm there for you.
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Yes, the devotionals are always right on time for me. RHM is a wonderful family. God bless you in every way:)
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Amen
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Amen, God see's everything we are going through and even through the trials He is preparing us for a brighter tomorrow. God bless you:)
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I pray for you, Loriann. that you will receive peace and calmness right now, and that you will not feel alone or lost anymore, knowing you have friends here at Refreshing Hope, that love and care for you and are praying. God bless you:)
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Amen, music is joy to the soul.
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Yes, many times we feel alone, but look up and know that Jesus is right there, even in our darkest hours, He is right there to life us up. I have learned to Praise Him and it feels as if that just begins to calm and comfort my soul.
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Yes, when it seems the hardest to pray, pray harder and even when we feel like our faith is being tried, He is holding our hands through it all.
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Yes, we must put our trust in God and know that He will not lead us in the wrong direction, because He only wants great things for His children:)
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Alane Grosz
I have been so lost, thank you, Lord, for being with me. Wrap me in your arms and hold me. Give me strength for the journey ahead.
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I pray right now that you would touch Larisa, and whatever the need is or whatever situation that in Jesus Name all will be made whole. Amen and God bless you:)
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Yes, I love to read and study God's word and these devotionals everyday help me learn and allows me to think about a lot of things that I want to do for Jesus and to be a better me in all I do for Jesus. I want to be a shining light for Him.
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Wonderful testimony, beautiful words that touched my heart. Thank you:)
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Yes, He loves us so much, He is not willing to let us go. He knows our heart, even we make mistakes, He is pulling us back to Him. Thank You Jesus.
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Amen
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Amen, it touched me so
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Ticardo Williams
Amen. Praise God! Thank you! I know He came to get me!
May 11, 2015
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Theresa Bright
Thank you. These are the exact words I needed to here. I have been asking myself that very question. What does God want me to do.
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Dion Todd
Thank you Jeanie :)
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Dion Todd
Thank you for your prayers Conchita :)
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Allie Ponzo
Boy, that hit home! I feel like this a lot and in some cases for years in regards to my work and church. I don't hear anything direct form the Lord so I just make my best decision which may not be best and I stay stagnant. I want to grow and move forward! My job for instance does not support me and my bills(have some money in bank) I know I must, and have in past looks for an other job but got no offers so I stay because of the obvious but I like my job and the people I work with and for, and God has been using me there, I know this because of many different circumstances but I need to support myself. I also miss church a lot because I have to work many weekends and I hate that too. I'm in a quandary and need to hear something concrete from the Lord.
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Kay Rushin
God meets you where you are, money is needed to pay bills and you are touching people were you are, He is talking to you now. You were led here somehow. Pray about the Job and if you find a better job where you can enjoy Church more "great." But how good is God that you can fellowship here anytime? A blessin
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Cheryl Hepler
I love this message. The Lord took care of her and helped her to forget her past struck me big. Thank you Lord for doing these very words. I want to remember most the helping forget the past because you have given me such a wonderful and healing future since then!!! God is G O O D!!
May 12, 2015
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Jessie Spriggs
Amen. I feel like this right now. I'm confuse about my career. Help me lord!!
May 12, 2015
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Marilyn Salter
I am so excited because I am moving overseas at the end of the year. I want to live a simpler life and I feel that there is something waiting for me there. I fell like God is leading me there.
May 14, 2015
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Cynthia Dubell
Amen I know God has a plan for me. My heart is with Missions and love to help people, mostly children. But, been so sick, for so long--not sure if that dream will ever happen. I'm in the smallest state in the union...and the Dr's here are not helping. I suffer BAD each day and I pray for healing. I'm so sorry to say this> but after 40 years of illness and crying, losses and now just alone with disabled Husband....I feel so weak I just wish I would fall alseep and God would take me home. I'm 58 and I'm so lost and very afraid. Scared of what is wrong with me. Had tests and in Hosp. Came up with something they don't know how to treat. Overwhlemed. I'm so sorry. :( God PLEASE help me.
May 26, 2015