January 13: Mark 4:10 - Time With Abba Father - Our Intimate Father (Today's Reflection from My Utmost For His Highest)

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Daily Bible Verse: Mark 4:10 (NLT)

"...when Jesus was alone ..."

Sometimes God creates grief moments for us, with us, through suffering or heartbreak. When we are spent, broken, and without words - after we quiet every question and are utterly still and alone with God - He begins to teach us. People experience Abba Father in different ways. Here are some ways I've experienced God's quiet communication; yours may look different.

Complete sentences
Sudden insights
A knowing sensation
One word
Silent teaching - change softly follows and thoughts begin to shift.

Abba Father - His Time With Us

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Have you ever been alone with God? When God begins to teach you...you may want to keep notes in a journal about your journey with Him.

Alone With Abba Father - Intimate God

Man sitting alone at the end of a narrow stone water dock, alone with God.

Prayer

Lord, teach us.

Reach us where we are.

Lead us in Your way.

Provide as we obey.

Protect us as we walk in faith.

Give us the courage to face the unknown.

Let our lives reflect Your might.

In Jesus' name, Amen.

Breathe Prayer

Abba Father, teach me.

Benediction

Go forth in His promise, walk boldly in His truth and rest in His peace

Jesus,

The Quill and Me

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