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Why Does Love Feel So Hard? Psalm 27; Luke 13:31-35 In the series “From Brokenness to Wholeness”             Jodie was a high school girl with a flawless appearance. Her dad was a wealthy dentist; on the outside, she had her life altogether, but on the inside, she was very insecure and longed for the attention and affection of someone to validate her. To no one’s surprise, the captain of the school football team asked Jodie out for a date.             Jodie was immediately in love. This boy, Kevin, had a chiseled body, was popular, and came from a wealthy family himself. All Jodie could talk about was how much she loved Kevin, how she waited at home each night for him to call or text, how she bought gifts for him for no reason.             One day about two weeks later, Jodie’s mood changed. Kevin had broken up with ...

  Day 13 : Sunday, March 16, 2025 Scripture: Luke 13:31-35 Devotion: Jesus lamented over Jerusalem, expressing a deep, compassionate longing to gather the people as a hen gathers her chicks. Even when we resist God’s care, He remains patient and tender. In our wilderness seasons, we might push God away, yet He continues to invite us into the safety of His embrace. God’s love is both strong and gentle, a safe place where we can find refuge. Action Steps: Take five minutes to sit quietly, imagining God wrapping you in a warm, protective embrace. Reach out to someone who may feel alone, offering them a reminder that they are not forgotten. Write a prayer expressing where you feel vulnerable and asking for God’s shelter. Prayer: Compassionate God, draw me close to You. When I wander, bring me back. When I am afraid, cover me with Your peace. Amen. Breath Prayer: “Under Your wings, I find refuge.” Suggested Image: A mother hen shel...