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10/30/25 Good morning, Friends,  James 1:12 - Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him Every test you face today is not meaningless, it is a divine opportunity. Trials are not interruptions to your spiritual life; they are the arena where your faith is refined, proven, and put on display. What if the difficulties you might be resisting are the very things God is using to shape you for eternity? James calls believers to persevere, to keep loving, obeying, and believing even when life feels heavy. The one who endures doesn’t simply survive; they grow stronger in loyalty to Christ Jesus .  The “crown of life” is not just a reward for what we have done, no, it's the gift of God’s own life shared with those who truly love Him. Every unseen act of faithfulness, every tear held back while quietly trusting, every “yes” to God in the face of hardship, none of it is w...

  10/29/25 Good morning, Friends,  Luke 22:33–34 (LSB) — “But he said to Him, ‘Lord, with You I am ready to go both to prison and to death!’ But He said, ‘I say to you, Peter, the rooster will not crow today until you have denied three times that you know Me.’” Peter really meant well. His heart was full of passion and loyalty when he told Jesus he’d follow Him anywhere,  even to prison or death. But when the pressure hit, fear took over, and Peter did exactly what he swore he wouldn’t: he denied Jesus three times . This moment reminds us that good intentions aren’t the same as strong faith. Sometimes we’re like Peter, real quick to say, “Lord, I’ll never turn my back on You,” but then life gets real. The heat rises, the crowd’s watching, and suddenly we shrink back. Jesus wasn’t trying to embarrass Peter; He was exposing Peter’s weakness so He could strengthen 💪 him later. God still does that with us today. He lets us see how fragile our confidence is when it’s built on...

  10/24/25 Good morning, Friends,  Proverbs 29:1 -Whoever stubbornly refuses to accept criticism will suddenly be destroyed beyond recovery. Let’s be honest,  nobody likes correction. Whether it’s from God, a parent, a pastor, or a friend, being told we’re wrong doesn’t feel good. But Proverbs 29:1 warns us what happens when we keep ignoring correction. It says that if someone keeps hardening their heart after being warned again and again, a time will come when they’ll face consequences that can’t be undone. In other words, you can only ignore God’s voice for so long before it catches up with you. This verse isn’t meant to scare you; it’s meant to wake you up. God’s correction isn’t punishment,  it’s protection. He doesn’t call us out to shame us; He calls us back to save us. When we push Him away, we’re not just rejecting His way, we’re rejecting His grace. And eventually, that hard heart can crack under pressure. So don’t wait until life falls apart to start listen...

  10/23/25 Good morning, Friends,  Proverbs 25:2  - It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, but the glory of kings to search out a matter Sometimes we want to know why God does what He does , like why He allows pain, why doors close, why prayers seem to bounce off the ceiling. But Proverbs 25:2 reminds us that some things are hidden on purpose. God’s glory isn’t just in what He reveals, it’s also in what He conceals. This shows us the difference between the Creator and the created. God is sovereign,  meaning He rules over everything, and He doesn’t owe us an explanation.  That's hard pill to swallow but it's the truth nevertheless. Deuteronomy 29:29 says, “The secret things belong to the Lord our God, but the things revealed belong to us.” In other words, God knows what we don’t, and He reveals what we need to know, not all we want to know. That’s a humbling and sobering thought, ain’t it? In a world that worships information, God reminds us that faith isn’...

  10/22/25 Good morning, Friends,  James 5:19-20 - [19] My brothers, if any among you strays from the truth and someone turns him back, [20] let him know that the one who turns a sinner back from the error of his way will save his soul from death and will cover a multitude of sins. Let’s keep it real , we all know someone who’s drifted away. Maybe it’s a family member who used to love church fellowship but now they say, “I don’t do that anymore.” Or m aybe it’s a friend who got hurt, fell into sin, or just slowly faded out of the faith. James is saying, don’t just watch them go — go after them. This passage reminds us that the Christian life isn’t a solo walk; it’s a family walk. When one of us wanders, the rest of us should care enough to reach out. That’s what love looks like, it's not gossiping about those who fallen, but gently trying to help them back to the truth. Bottom line is that it is easier to judge than to rescue. But James tells us that when we bring som...

10/18/25 Good morning, Friends, Lamentations 3:22–23 [22] The lovingkindnesses of Yahweh indeed never cease, for His compassions never fail. [23] They are new every morning; Great is Your faithfulness.” These words were written in the middle of pain and loss, but they point to something unshakable, the reality that God’s love never quits. His mercy doesn’t dry up, even when we feel like we’ve failed too many times or things seem beyond repair. Every morning 🌞 is proof that God hasn’t given up on us. That truth should both comfort and challenge us. Comfort, because no mistake can cancel His compassion. Challenge, because if God is faithful every day, then we’re called to keep trusting Him every day, especially when we don’t see a way forward. Each sunrise is a fresh invitation to believe again, to forgive again, and to hope again. Our prayer 🤲🏾 today should flow out of gratitude. Father, thank You that Your love never runs out and Your mercy starts fresh every morning. He...

10/15/25 Good morning, Friends, James 1:5-6 - [5]  If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and He will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.  [6] But when you ask Him, be sure that your faith is in God alone. Do not waver, for a person with divided loyalty is as unsettled as a wave of the sea that is blown and tossed by the wind. Let’s it real, life can get confusing fast. You’re trying to make the right moves, but the answers aren’t always clear. James reminds us that when we don’t know what to do, we can go straight to God for wisdom. He’s not stingy or annoyed when we ask. In fact, He wants us to come to Him. God gives direction freely, but He wants us to trust Him completely. When we ask God for help, we can’t halfway believe. Some of us pray for answers but already have a backup plan in case God doesn’t move fast enough. That’s what James calls having “divided loyalty or double-minded.” It’s like trying to walk in two directions at the same time, and we...

10/14/25 Good morning, Beloved of God,  Matthew 6:14-15 - [15] If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. [16] But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins. Forgiveness sounds easy until you actually have to do it. Jesus’ words here hit hard because they expose something deep in us. Truth is, sometimes we want grace for ourselves but justice for everyone else. Yet, Jesus connects our forgiveness from God with our willingness to forgive others. He’s not saying we earn God’s forgiveness by forgiving people; He’s saying that true forgiveness received will always show up as forgiveness given. A heart that’s been changed by grace can’t hold grudges forever. Forgiving doesn’t mean pretending the hurt never happened or acting like the person was right—it means you’re handing the pain over to God instead of holding it hostage in your heart. Unforgiveness keeps you chained to what broke you. But forgiveness, I'm talking ...

  10/10//25 Good morning, Friends,  John 10:10-11 - [10] The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly. [11] I am the good shepherd; the good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep. Jesus doesn’t just tell us who the enemy is, He tells us who He is. The thief’s mission is destruction, but Christ’s mission is life. The devil promises freedom but delivers bondage. The world promises happiness but leaves you empty. Jesus, the Good Shepherd, offers something better, abundant life, not through possessions or status, but through His presence, His protection, and His sacrifice. Notice what makes Him the “Good” Shepherd: He lays down His life for His sheep. That’s not just good leadership, it’s substitution . He takes the place of sinners who deserve death so that we can receive life. That’s the heart ❤️  of the Gospel, Christ gives what we could never earn, and He secures what we could never keep on our own. This ...

10/8/25 Good morning, Friends,  Daniel 3:17-18 - [17] If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the furnace of blazing fire; and He will deliver us out of your hand, O king. [18] But even if He does not, let it be known to you, O king, that we are not going to serve your gods and we will not worship the golden image that you have set up. Imagine this: you’ve worked hard for an opportunity you really wanted a job, a college spot, or maybe a medical result you’ve been praying would come back clear. You did everything right. You trusted God. But then… it doesn’t happen. The door closes. The test is positive. The prayer seems unanswered. It’s in those moments that faith stops being just something we say but it becomes real. That’s where we find Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in front of a furious king, with a blazing furnace waiting if they refuse to bow. And yet, their answer is breathtaking: “Our God is able to deliver us… but even if He does not…” Th...

  10/6/25 Good morning, Friends,  Galatians 5:16-17 - [16] But I say, walk by the Spirit and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh. [17] For the flesh sets its desire against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are in opposition to one another, so that you do not do the things that you want. Every day, there’s a battle going on inside of us. It’s not always loud or dramatic, but it’s real. The fight between what our flesh wants and what the Spirit of God desires. Paul isn’t talking about skin and bones when he says “flesh.” He’s talking about that old, sinful part of us that still wants control, still craves comfort, still leans toward rebellion. The Spirit, on the other hand, pushes us toward holiness, love, patience, and truth. Here’s the truth: whichever one you feed will grow stronger. If you keep feeding your flesh, through bitterness, lust, pride, or selfishness, it’ll RUN YOUR LIFE. But if you walk by the Spirit, meaning you lean on God’s Wo...

10/3/25 Good morning, Friends,  Romans 15:13 - [13] -  Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." Paul calls God “the God of hope” because real hope don’t come from your situation, your bank account, or people around you—it comes straight from Him. Catch this: God fills us with joy and peace as we believe. That means hope ain’t just crossing your fingers or telling yourself, “It’s gonna work out.” Nah, real hope is what shows up when you trust Christ. And it ain’t a tiny dose either. Paul says it overflows like a cup running over, because the Holy Spirit is the One filling you up. Think about someone going through a tough time, maybe losing a job, health struggles, or family drama. From the outside, people expect them to fall apart. But instead, they carry a steady joy and calm peace, even when life doesn’t make sense. That’s not fake positivity, that’s hope powered by the Holy Spirit....

10/1/25 Good morning, Beloved,  Proverbs 11:25 - [25}   A generous soul will be prosperous, and he who waters will himself be watered. This verse flips the way most of us think. In the world, people believe if you give too much, you’ll be left with nothing. But God’s Word says the opposite, when you pour into others, God makes sure you don’t run dry. Think of it like this: when you keep all the water to yourself, it gets stagnant; but when you pour it out to refresh others, God keeps refilling your bucket. Maybe you’ve had those days where money was tight, but you still bought a meal for someone who was hungry. Or maybe you took time to check in on a friend even when you were dealing with your own mess. Somehow, God turned around and blessed you. He could've blessed you with unexpected help, unexpected joy, or strength you didn’t know you had. That’s the principle of this verse in action: when you give, God gives back. Are you holding onto everything, like, your time, your mon...