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The Amazing Collection

Created specifically for women, The Amazing Collection is a video Bible study that is great for small groups or individual study.

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Unconditional Trust

Trust in the LORD with all your heart. And do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him. And He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6

During a recent struggle, it seemed that the Lord was saying to me, "Do you trust Me?" My response was, "Yes, Lord, I trust You. But can't You rephrase the question, 'Do you trust Me to work everything out so that you are happy?' I think I could really trust You then."

But the Lord was steadfast: The issue was my unconditional trust. No strings attached, no negotiating, no promises.

The Scriptures do not guarantee that "all will be well" according to our human perspective. They do, however, promise that God will work all things for our good. As we learn to trust Him "no matter what," He develops within us a deeply rooted confidence in Him. This confidence enables us to lean on His understanding and His ways of working in our lives.

I like the Amplified version of Proverbs 3:5-6: "Lean on, trust and be confident in the Lord with all your heart and mind, and do not rely on your own insight or understanding. In all your ways know, recognize and acknowledge Him, and He will direct and make straight and plain your paths."

Excerpted from Becoming a Woman Who Walks with God by Cynthia Heald

Cynthia's newest Bible study, Becoming a Woman of Simplicity, releases on July 15!


Savor the Fruit of the Spirit with a New Study Series

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The Fruit of the Spirit Study Series by Dr. Calvin Miller explains how to have these important qualities in your life. Each six-week study includes discussion questions, a lesson overview, questions for reflection, and more.

 
Titles include Joy, Patience, Peace, Love, Kindness, Goodness, Gentleness, Faithfulness, and Self-Control.