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” He died for everyone so that those who receive his new life will no longer live for themselves. Instead, they will live for Christ, who died and was raised for them.” 2 Corinthians 5:15 —– ” And he has given us the task of reconciling people to him.” 2 Corinthians 5:18 Christ Jesus hasContinue reading “LET CHRIST’S LOVE CONTROL YOU!”

“Satan, who is the god of this world, has blinded the minds of those who don’t believe. They are unable to see the glorious light of the Good News.” 2 Corinthians 4:4 —– “For God who said, ‘ Let there be light in the darkness’, has made this light shine in our hearts so weContinue reading “FIGHTING THROUGH THE DARKNESS”

“ He renews my strength.” Psalm 23:3 —– ” My cup overflows with blessings.” Psalm 23:5 —“The Lord is your God alone. And you must love the Lord your God with all your, all your soul, and all your strength.” Deuteronomy 6:4-5 Becoming a new person in Christ is quite the journey, and let’s beContinue reading “BECOMING A NEW PERSON IN JESUS!”

” But as a result, we stopped relying on ourselves and learned to rely only on God, who raises the dead. We have placed our confidence in him, and he will continue to rescue us.” 2 CORINTHIANS 1:9-10 —– “The Lord keeps us from all harm and watches over your life. The Lord keeps watchContinue reading “RELY UPON GOD IN HEAVEN!”

” Your faithfulness extends to every generation, as enduring as the earth you created.” PSALM 119:90 The God we worship is a faithful God who joyfully builds lasting relationships with his children. He is not only incredibly patient and resilient but also deeply understanding of the beautiful complexities of human emotions, recognizing that those heContinue reading “FROM GENERATION TO GENERATION!”

” God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others.” 2 Corinthians 1: 3-4 Following Christ can be a constant struggle. We are in spiritual battles that we don’t even understand. We are hard hit by the devil and hisContinue reading “FOLLOWING CHRIST CAN BE A CONSTANT STRUGGLE”

“But whatever I am now, it is because God poured out his special favor on me.” 1 Corinthians 15:10 —– ” The very essence of your word is truth.” Psalm 119:160 —–” You can pray for anything, and if you have faith, you will receive it.” Matthew 21:22 As born-again Christians, we possess the essentialContinue reading “THE ESSENCE OF THE TRUTH!”

“But in fact, Christ has been raised from the dead. He is the first of a great harvest of all who have died.” 1 Corinthians 15:20 —– “Just as everyone dies because we belong to Adam, everyone who belongs to Christ will be given new life.” 1 Corinthians 15:22 ——- “But there is an orderContinue reading “A RESURRECTION FOR ALL WHO BELIEVE!”

“Guide my steps by your word so I will not be overcome by evil.” Psalm 119:133 In the darkness of night, having a flashlight is a wonderful way to illuminate our path. No matter where we find ourselves, what truly matters is reaching our destination safely and confidently. Life can sometimes feel like darkness, butContinue reading “MY GUIDING LIGHT!”

“ For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go.” PSALM 91:11 —– ” When you call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble.” PSALM 91:15 Fear is a dangerous tool used by the devil to weaken our faith in God, creating barriers that inhibit our spiritualContinue reading “DO NOT FEAR FOR GOD IS NEAR!”

” And God is faithful; He will not allow the temptation to be more than you stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure.” 1 Corinthians 10:13 Troubles and worries are everywhere, making it easy to feel trapped in a cycle of anxiety and despair. Yet,Continue reading “THE WAY OUT”

“Even when there was no reason for hope, Abraham kept hoping -believing that he would become the father of many nations.” ROMANS 4:18 ——– ” But people are counted as righteous, not because of their work, but because of their faith.” ROMANS 4:3 Abraham was promised by God that he would be the father ofContinue reading “HOPE IS FOREVER!”

“Surly your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.” PSALM 23:6 ———– “Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” PSALM 91:1 ———- “If you make theContinue reading “LIVING IN GOD’S WORD!”

” So, I walk in the Lord’s presence as I live here on earth.” Psalm 116:9 ” Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.” Psalm 119:105 Learning to walk in the presence of the Lord is an amazing experience that brings freedom to thrive in our lives.Continue reading “WALKING IN THE LORD’S PRESENCE!”

” Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do. This is my command— be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God isContinue reading “BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS!”

“These people honor with their lips, but their hearts are far from me.” Matthew 15:8 ” You are defiled by the words that come out of your mouth.” Matthew 15:11 ” But the words you speak come from the heart.” Matthew 15:18 Words are incredibly powerful; they possess the ability to uplift and inspire orContinue reading “BE CAREFUL WITH YOUR WORDS!”

” If you think you are standing strong be careful not to fall.” 1 Corinthians 10;12 ” So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31 It is easy to fall into temptation. When we feel strong in the Lord, we might actuallyContinue reading “DO IT ALL FOR THE GLORY OF GOD!”

” I discipline my body like an athlete training to do what it should.  Otherwise, I fear that after preaching to others I myself might be disqualified.”  1 Corinthians 9:27 The top athletes in the world train year around for their events.  They exercise, do weight training, run and do whatever it takes to becomeContinue reading “RUN THE RACE!”

“Reassure me of your promises, made to those who fear you. Help me abandon my shameful ways, for your regulations are good. I long to obey your commandments! Renew my life with goodness. ” Psalm 119:38-40 “But while knowledge makes us feel important, it is love that strengthens the church.” 1 Corinthians 8:1 Sometimes weContinue reading “SOMETIMES WE FORGET”

“God paid a high price for you, so don’t be enslaved to the world.” 1 Corinthians 7:23 When Adam and Eve ate the apple in the Garden of Eden, God handed control of the world to Satan. From then on, God has focused on saving humanity from evil by offering a second chance. He sacrificedContinue reading “FOR THE PRICE WAS HIGH!”

“As a face is reflected in the water, so the heart reflects the real person.” Proverbs 27:19 What is in your heart? What do you believe? Is your God shaped by your work, family, or worldly views? Changing our hearts can be challenging, especially when we have been taught differently for years. However, God remindsContinue reading “THE REFLECTION OF A LIFE”

“Understand, therefore, that the Lord your God is indeed God. He is the faithful God who keeps his covenant for a thousand generations and lavishes his unfailing love on those who love him and obey him and obey his commands” Deuteronomy 7:9 ” The Lord says, ‘I will rescue those who love me. I willContinue reading “OUR GOD IS INDEED GOD!”

“For the Kingdom of God is not just a lot of talk; it is living in God’s power.” 1 Corinthians 4:20 “Christ, our Passover Lamb, has been sacrificed for us. So let us celebrate the festival, not with the old bread of wickedness and evil but with the new bread of sincerity and truth.” 1Continue reading “THE JOY OF HEAVEN ON EARTH”

“As I learn your righteous regulations I will thank you by living as I should! I will obey your decrees. Please don’t give up on me!” Psalm 119:7-8 Life on earth is challenging. We work hard to survive in a confusing world filled with doubt and worry. We search for what our spirit longs for:Continue reading “LORD, PLEASE DON’T GIVE UP ON ME!”

“And no one can know God’s thoughts except God’s own Spirit. And we have received God’s Spirit (not the world’s spirit), so we can know the wonderful things God has freely given us.” 1 Corinthians 2:11-12 Being a child of God is a tremendous gift stemming from His love, offering us a profound and intimateContinue reading “KNOWING THE SPIRIT OF GOD!”

“Do not be afraid as you go out to fight your enemies today! Do not lose heart or panic or tremble before them. For the Lord your God is going with you! He will fight for you against your enemies, and he will give you victory!” Deuteronomy 20: 3-4 Our God never fails! What heContinue reading “FEAR NOT! I AM BY YOUR SIDE!”

“For I have come to not call those who think they are righteous, but those who know they are sinners.” Matthew 9:13 Jesus did not walk this earth looking for those who thought they were already on the right path. He did not look for those who thought they were better than anyone around them.Continue reading “FROM SIN TO RIGHTEOUSNESS”