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Resting in His Presence 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Devotionals for Church Family 📖 Main Verse: “My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” — Exodus 33:14 📚 Bible in a Year: Reading for the Day Old Testament: Jeremiah 52; Lamentations 1–2 New Testament: 2 Thessalonians 1 💡 Devotional Thought: True rest is found not in ceasing activity alone but in the assurance of God’s presence with us in every task. Moses wanted God’s presence more than a landmark — and God’s presence brought rest. When leaders and families prioritize abiding with God, the rushing slows, perspective returns, and ministry flows from a rested heart rather than performance. 📝 Application: Council & Pastoral: Lead from a place of rest that flows from God’s presence. Men & Ladies: Build rhythms of Sabbath and daily abiding in your home. Youth & Children: Practice quiet time with God — a little daily rest in His presence builds lifelong faith. 🤔 Reflection: Where am I trying to...

Rest in His Presence 🌱Devotional for Youth Verse: “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” — Exodus 33:14 Devotional Thought: True rest isn’t just about sleeping or taking a break—it’s found in the presence of God. When you spend time with Him through prayer, worship, and His Word, He fills your heart with peace that the world can’t give. Life can be tiring, but in His presence, you find refreshment for your soul. Don’t wait until you’re exhausted—seek Him daily, and you’ll find strength to keep going. Reflection Questions: How can you make space to rest in God’s presence this week? What drains your peace and how can you give it to God? Takeaways: ➡️ Rest is not found in escape—it’s found in His embrace. ➡️ God’s presence refreshes what the world drains. Prayer: Lord, help me to slow down and rest in You. Teach me to find peace not in distractions, but in Your presence. When my heart feels weary, remind me that You are my source of strength and rene...