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  • He uses even our feeble efforts

    He uses even our feeble efforts
    Jan 9 2026
    “…put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness” (Ephesians 4:24).In “The Happy Hypocrite” Lord George was an immoral man with a bloated face. He fell in love with a lovely young lady. He figured that she would never love him back. So, as the story goes, he covered … Continue reading He uses even our feeble efforts
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  • When the Lord rubs off on you

    When the Lord rubs off on you
    Jan 8 2026
    “…whoever says he abides in [Jesus] ought to walk in the same way in which he walked” (1 John 2:6).Tucker was in grade eleven. He was in an apprenticeship program to become a welder. He was working and learning under Bill, a retired teacher. Bill was known for three things: his sense of humour, his … Continue reading When the Lord rubs off on you
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  • Who are we most closely tethered to?

    Who are we most closely tethered to?
    Jan 7 2026
    “If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God” (Colossians 3:1-3).What does … Continue reading Who are we most closely tethered to?
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  • What is Epiphany?

    What is Epiphany?
    Jan 6 2026
    Holidays like Christmas, Easter and Thanksgiving are well-known. “Epiphany,” however, is a different story. (And it’s today.)It’s not a day when we get a vacation, which means it gets less attention. But since it has something to do with our faith, what is it all about?It’s a date which has become associated with the visit … Continue reading What is Epiphany?
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  • Do “ordinary” things well

    Do “ordinary” things well
    Jan 5 2026
    Happy 2026! After some vacation time, The Up Daily Devotional is back to your email inboxes and social media and podcast feeds five mornings a week.Let me also say welcome to the new subscribers who have joined us over the past few weeks! Okay, here we go:As we look upon the next twelve months, I … Continue reading Do “ordinary” things well
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  • Glory to the newborn King

    Glory to the newborn King
    Dec 25 2025
    “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” (Luke 2:14)Christ is born! For today’s devotional I’d like to wish you a merry Christmas! I’d also like to remind you of the good news of Jesus’ arrival—and in general of his life, death and resurrection—through the gospel-soaked words of … Continue reading Glory to the newborn King
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  • The bridge between heaven and earth

    The bridge between heaven and earth
    Dec 24 2025
    Welcome to Christmas Eve!Over 700 years before the birth of Jesus, the prophet Isaiah spoke of a coming King. Like many prophecies, not only were the prophet’s words rooted in historical situations and concerns, but they looked ahead to the future. This King would bear divinity. He would be born of a virgin and would be called … Continue reading The bridge between heaven and earth
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  • The true meaning of Christmas: Be careful

    The true meaning of Christmas: Be careful
    Dec 23 2025
    At this time of year, we often hear people talking about “the true meaning of Christmas.” I’m glad about that. We need to focus on what and Who matters most.However, be careful. There are competing definitions of “the true meaning of Christmas.”For example, I’ve heard it said that the true meaning of Christmas is that … Continue reading The true meaning of Christmas: Be careful
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