Being Difference Makers
on May 4th, 2024
"Salt is good, but if it loses its saltiness, how can you make it salty again? Have salt among yourselves, and be at peace with each other." - Mark 9:50 Think about the last time you added salt to your food. Whether it was a pinch in your soup or a sprinkle on your salad, that small addition made a significant difference in the flavor. Salt has a transformative effect – it enhances taste, preser... Read More
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Living as the Salt of the Earth
on May 3rd, 2024
"You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot." - Matthew 5:13 Have you ever wondered why Jesus referred to His followers as the "salt of the earth"? This seemingly simple metaphor carries profound significance when we understand the multifaceted nature of salt... Read More
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Finding Your Purpose in Christ
on May 2nd, 2024
"You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot." - Matthew 5:13 Have you ever pondered your purpose in life, in ministry, or in the kingdom of God? It's a question that often weighs heavily on the hearts of believers as we seek to understand our role and contrib... Read More
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Being the Salt of the Earth
on May 1st, 2024
"You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot." - Matthew 5:13 Have you ever sat in an airport lounge, watching as airline attendants generously hand out free snacks to travelers? It's a scene we're all familiar with – the hospitality, the satisfaction on peopl... Read More
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Keep Moving Forward in Faith
on April 30th, 2024
"Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland." - Isaiah 43:18-19 As we reflect on the lessons from King David's life and the principles of navigating grief and loss, it's essential to recognize that action is required on our part. It's not enough to mer... Read More
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Keeping Your Eyes on God
on April 29th, 2024
"I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth." - Psalm 121:1-2 In times of grief and loss, it can be easy to become consumed by our circumstances and to lose sight of God's presence in our lives. However, the story of King David reminds us of the importance of maintaining a solid relationship with God, even in the mi... Read More
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Finding Hope in Grief
on April 28th, 2024
"Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me." - Psalm 51:10-12 Grief is a journey that each of us embarks on at some point in our lives. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, a job, a relationship, or a dream, grie... Read More
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Overcoming Condemnation
on April 27th, 2024
"Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death." - Romans 8:1-2 In the life of King David, we see a vivid illustration of the consequences of sin and moral failure. Despite being anointed as king and blessed abundantly by God, David succumbed to temptation... Read More
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Keep Looking Up When You're Feeling Down
on April 26th, 2024
"Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead," - Philippians 3:13 In the midst of life's challenges, we often find ourselves instinctively looking down, focusing on the dangers and threats that surround us. Our minds are wired to seek out potential harm, but sometimes, this inclinati... Read More
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Strength in Surrender
on April 25th, 2024
"He said, 'While the child was still alive, I fasted and wept, for I said, "Who knows? The LORD may be gracious to me and let the child live." But now that he is dead, why should I go on fasting? Can I bring him back again? I will go to him, but he will not return to me." - 2 Samuel 12:22-23 In the journey of life, we often encounter moments of deep sorrow and grief that leave us feeling utterly... Read More
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Finding Fulfillment in God's Acceptance
on April 24th, 2024
"For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." - Psalm 139:13-14 In our journey through life's disappointments and rejections, we often seek comfort and fulfillment in the wrong places, just like the woman who bought the parakeet we discussed yesterday. Despite... Read More
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Seeking Fulfillment in the Wrong Places
on April 23rd, 2024
"Why spend money on what is not bread, and your labor on what does not satisfy? Listen, listen to me, and eat what is good, and you will delight in the richest of fare." - Isaiah 55:2 In the midst of life's trials and disappointments, we often find ourselves searching for solace and fulfillment in the wrong places. There's a story of a woman who, after the passing of her husband, sought comfort ... Read More
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Finding Acceptance Beyond Rejection
on April 22nd, 2024
"Leah became pregnant and gave birth to a son. She named him Reuben, for she said, 'It is because the Lord has seen my misery. Surely my husband will love me now.'" - Genesis 29:32 Leah's journey, as we have looked at the last few days, through rejection and disappointment offers valuable insights into how we handle similar situations in our lives. After the birth of her first three sons, Reuben... Read More
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Recognizing God's Favor
on April 21st, 2024
"When the Lord saw that Leah was not loved, he enabled her to conceive, but Rachel remained childless." - Genesis 29:31 If you haven’t heard Leah's story found in Genesis, it is a story that resonates with many who have experienced disappointment and rejection. Despite the pain of not being loved by her husband Jacob, Leah held onto her faith and found solace in God's favor. Raised in the custom... Read More
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Confidence in Christ
on April 20th, 2024
"We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying around in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be made visible in our bodies." - 2 Corinthians 4:8-10 In the face of disappointment, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and defeated. But as followers of Christ, w... Read More
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Finding Confidence in the Face of Disappointment
on April 19th, 2024
"Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident." - Psalm 27:3 Over the last couple of days, we have looked at the story of Leah. Leah's story in the Bible paints a picture of a woman who faced disappointment and rejection from her husband. Despite longing for his affection, Leah found herself unloved and overlooked. Yet, in the ... Read More
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Finding Strength in Disappointment
on April 18th, 2024
"When the LORD saw that Leah was not loved, he enabled her to conceive, but Rachel remained childless." - 29:31 Whitney Houston's haunting question, "Where do broken hearts go?" echoes the pain many of us feel when faced with disappointment and heartbreak. Yet, while heartbreak may be inevitable, it is not insurmountable. In fact, it can be a catalyst for growth and transformation. Paulo Coelho ... Read More
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Healing the Wounded Heart
on April 17th, 2024
"The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." - Psalm 34:18 Have you ever heard of broken heart syndrome? It's a condition that claims the lives of tens of thousands of people every year. Unlike physical injuries, broken heart syndrome occurs when the heart becomes overwhelmed by stress hormones, leading to failure and, tragically, death. Take the story of M... Read More
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