We are so glad you’re here and so glad that you have chosen to spend time with us! We like to call fall the second new year because of all the changes surrounding back-to-school, holiday preparation, and shifting seasons—it really feels like a fresh start. In this issue, you’ll find stories and articles to inspire hope, prompt reflection, and encourage you for the upcoming months. These pages are full of the best kind of hope and encouragement—truth from God’s Word. We know that you care about living your faith (it’s one reason that you picked up this magazine) and we hope this issue helps you know and share God’s love in fresh, true, and inspiring ways.
HELLO, FRIEND!
Everyday Faith Fall 2022
PRAYING FOR THE Harvest season • If you listen obediently to the commandments that I am commanding you today, love God, your God, and serve him with everything you have within you, he’ll take charge of sending the rain at the right time, both autumn and spring rains, so that you’ll be able to harvest your grain, your grapes, your olives. He’ll make sure there’s plenty of grass for your animals. You’ll have plenty to eat. DEUTERONOMY 11:13-15 THE MESSAGE
KEEP YOUR EYES ON YOUR OWN PAPER • You are doing exactly what God needs you to do.
September 2022 • READ A NEW BOOK MONTH NATIONAL FRIENDSHIP MONTH
October 2022 • MINISTRY APPRECIATION MONTH
November 2022
Prayers to Share • Whether you know someone facing disappointments or just needing a little encouragement, Prayers to Share from DaySpring are a great way to remind others of the beauty of God’s hope! These inspirational pass-along notes are available in many stores and at DaySpring.com.
Prayers to Share • Whether you know someone facing disappointments or just needing a little encouragement, Prayers to Share from DaySpring are a great way to remind others of the beauty of God’s hope! These inspirational pass-along notes are available in many stores and at DaySpring.com.
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CHANGING OUR POSTURES BY Practicing Gratitude • The next time you feel frustrated, slow down and recognize all the gifts you have been given.
BE STILL, MY SOUL: Embracing the Need for Rest • Give yourself permission to cope with the stresses of the past few years.
HOW TO STUDY THE BIBLE • Want to study the Bible but don’t know where to start? Help is here.
Bible JOURNALING • Did you know that DaySpring has a community dedicated to Bible journaling? Join us!
YOUR HOME IS YOUR Sanctuary • If you want to live in a peaceful space, follow these three steps.
you are BLESSED • Set guilt aside. You deserve what you have.
When You Feel Guilty for Blessings • Respond with praises to Him instead.
CREATE IN ME A HEART OF PEACE • The Word of God will help you find tranquility, even on the toughest days.
COME, THOU FOUNT OF EVERY BLESSING • When you find yourself at a crossroad, God will lead you in the right direction.
THE SACRED WORK OF MAKING DUMPLINGS • Preserving ethnic heritage is a calling from God.
WHAT I LEARNED FROM COOKING THANKSGIVING DINNER • The next time your plans fall apart, stop and look for the lesson.
WHAT WILL YOU FEED THEM? • This is the time of year to feed others with so much more than food.
Jesus Is Our Greatest Tradition • Traditions can be comforting, especially when you are far away from loved ones.
ENTER YOUR DAY WITH INTENTION
THERE IS AN APPOINTED TIME FOR EVERYTHING, Even Morning • Take time to acknowledge and feel your pain. It won’t last forever.
AFTER A HARD FALL • Everyone falls. Get up and trust the Healer will...
