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Welcome to His Amazing Grace! Wherever you are in life and whatever brought you here, please know you are welcome. God has placed a special group of people on my heart—those experiencing seasons of transition through age, disability, mobility challenges, emotional hurt, loss, or difficult circumstances. Whatever your situation, remember: You are loved. You are not forgotten. You are not alone. God sees you, hears you, and still has an amazing purpose for your life. Here you’ll find devotionals, videos, songs, blogs, Bible studies, and opportunities for prayer. Our purpose is simple: to remind you that you are loved, valued, and never forgotten. If you would like to know more about our site, click here.

Welcome to His Amazing Grace! Wherever you are in life and whatever brought you here, please know you are welcome.

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God has placed a special group of people on my heart—those experiencing seasons of transition through age, disability, mobility challenges, emotional hurt, loss, or difficult circumstances. Whatever your situation, remember: You are loved. You are not forgotten. You are not alone. God sees you, hears you, and still has an amazing purpose for your life. Here you’ll find devotionals, videos, songs, blogs, Bible studies, and opportunities for prayer. Our purpose is simple: to remind you that you are loved, valued, and never forgotten. If you would like to know more about our site, click here.

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Pastor Chris J Smithey

Pastor Chris J Smithey

Chris answered the call to preach at just twelve years old, when he preached his first sermon. That moment marked the beginning of a calling that would shape the course of his life. At nineteen, he stepped into his first pastorate, trusting God to lead him beyond his years and equip him for the journey ahead. Since then, Pastor Chris has devoted most of his adult life to pastoral ministry, shepherding people with a servant’s heart and a deep love for God’s people. Prior to retiring in 2025 due to an eye condition, Chris served his final 22 years of pastoral ministry at Curtis Road Church of God in Champaign, Illinois. There, he and his bride of 48 years, Teresa, faithfully served their congregation—loving people, building community, and pointing hearts toward Christ. To learn more, click here.

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It is easy to focus so much on what is missing from our lives that we fail to see the blessings God has already placed before us. We think about what we cannot do, what we wish we had, or how different life used to be. Before long, our attention is fixed on what we have lost instead of what remains. But God often reveals His goodness through the simplest things. A phone call from a friend, a beautiful sunrise, a kind word, or the comfort of knowing someone cares can remind us that we are not forgotten. Even on difficult days, there are moments when God’s goodness quietly reaches into our lives. The psalmist reminds us in Psalm 103:2, “Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits.” We must be careful not to let our disappointments cause us to overlook His daily blessings. Perhaps your circumstances are not what you hoped they would be. Maybe life has changed, and there are things you miss deeply. You do not have to pretend those losses do not hurt. But you can choose to look beyond what is missing and begin recognizing what God has graciously provided. Today, ask the Lord to help you see His goodness in the ordinary moments of life. Joy does not always come from receiving something new. Sometimes, it begins when we recognize the blessings we already have.
It is easy to focus so much on what is missing from our lives that we fail to see the blessings God has already placed before us. We think about what we cannot do, what we wish we had, or how different life used to be. Before long, our attention is fixed on what we have lost instead of what remains. But God often reveals His goodness through the simplest things. A phone call from a friend, a beautiful sunrise, a kind word, or the comfort of knowing someone cares can remind us that we are not forgotten. Even on difficult days, there are moments when God’s goodness quietly reaches into our lives. The psalmist reminds us in Psalm 103:2, “Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits.” We must be careful not to let our disappointments cause us to overlook His daily blessings. Perhaps your circumstances are not what you hoped they would be.

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It is easy to focus so much on what is missing from our lives that we fail to see the blessings God has already placed before us. We think about what we cannot do, what we wish we had, or how different life used to be. Before long, our attention is fixed on what we have lost instead of what remains. But God often reveals His goodness through the simplest things. A phone call from a friend, a beautiful sunrise, a kind word, or the comfort of knowing someone cares can remind us that we are not forgotten.

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Lord, open my eyes to Your goodness today. Help me to focus on Your blessings in my life, instead of dwelling on other things. Help me look beyond what I lack and find joy in the blessings You have already given me. Amen.

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