Greetings to all. This weekend, let us practice giving and showing love while we have the opportunity. Remember to seize each day for the good. Scripture reminds us that life is short. Yet we tend to save our heartfelt words for funerals. And along with that, we buy the most beautiful and biggest flowers for our loved ones and those we care about after they are gone. Proverbs 3:27 (GW) 27 Do not hold back anything good from those who are entitled to it when you have the power

Greetings to all. As we end another week, may the success we've achieved come through living a godly life. We live in a world where winning, being the best, or looking better is encouraged. There is nothing wrong with that. However, when we do not keep our ambitions in check, it is wrong to try to achieve at the expense of stepping on or hurting others. James 3:16 (MSG) 16 Whenever you’re trying to look better than others or get the better of others, things fall apart, and ev

Greetings to all. On this grateful Thursday, let us not focus on empty hands but on God’s open hands. When we think about God’s grace and its sufficiency, we can think beyond enough to more than enough. Whether it's in provisions or in the strength to make it, when God, our provider, gives, He gives in overflow measures. When receiving God’s grace, it can feel like, wait, there is more. 2 Corinthians 9:8 (MSG) 8 God can pour on the blessings in astonishing ways so that you’re

Greetings to all. As we go through life, let's let go of physical, material, and spiritual burdens. Whether our burdens are physical or spiritual, it is important to travel light. Wealth and possessions may be useful, but they can weigh us down, just like the burden of sin and sorrow. None of these go with us beyond this life. Psalm 49:16–19 (MSG) 16 So don’t be impressed with those who get rich and pile up fame and fortune. 17 They can’t take it with them; fame and fortune a

Greetings to all. Remember, when you can’t, God will because He always can. We tend to ask “why me” or “Who am I” when faced with an assignment we feel unable to perform. We must not doubt our ability and trust that God will equip us for what is required of us. When feeling beyond our limits, we may not think we can, but God will. Exodus 3:11–12 (NKJV) 11 But Moses said to God, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh, and that I should bring the children of Israel out of Egypt?

Greetings to all. As we begin this week, let us remember that our words reflect who we are. The heart and the mouth are the two things that show our true identity. What's on the inside will eventually show on the outside. It is important that we live a constant and consistent lifestyle because what we think or hold in our hearts will come out of our mouths. Luke 6:45 (KJV 1900) 45 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil

Greetings to all. This Sunday, know that life and hope can emerge from where we least expect them. In light of the world's fallen condition, there is a message to the churches. It is free but not cheap. God has always had a plan, and Jesus paid the price. While we may not understand or know it fully, we know who holds the plan in His hands. Jesus, the Bright Morning Star, is beckoning us to come. Revelation 22:16 (KJV 1900) 16 I Jesus have sent mine angel to testify unto you

Greetings to all. This weekend, remember to balance sharing our happiness with others. Some things in life just cannot be denied. One thing is the pain we feel when our happiness is mishandled because we have placed it all in someone else's hands. To not lose our self-identity or give away our total happiness to others, we must, while loving others, keep something for ourselves. Think of it as setting boundaries with those we love and trust. Because not all whom we place our

Greetings to all. As we wrap up this week, let's focus on seeking truth and living with integrity. Telling the truth isn't always easy, and sometimes lying can be just as difficult. Still, many people choose to lie to make themselves look better, hurt others, or to be exalted rather than tell the truth. God strongly dislikes lying. Proverbs 6:16–19 (KJV 1900) 16These six things doth the LORD hate: Yea, seven are an abomination unto him: 17A proud look, a lying tongue, and han

Greetings to all. On this grateful Thursday, let us remember that we need the Shepherd. While the ancient practice of hosts pouring oil on a guest's head is no longer practiced in today's society, it remains a beautiful metaphor that reminds us of God’s abundant care and protection. Being in the care of the Shepherd and having our heads anointed in the ways they are assures the believer of God’s blessings and honor. Psalm 23:5b–6 (KJV 1900) 5b Thou anointest my head with oil;

Greetings to all. On this hump day, Wednesday, let us walk in grace and trust God’s grace to help us avoid burnout. God provides us with everything we need. Yet sometimes we can become so burned out that only the grace of God keeps us going. In those moments of feeling burnout, do your best and trust in that grace. 1 Corinthians 15:10 (KJV 1900) 10But by the grace of God I am what I am: and his grace which was bestowed upon me was not in vain; but I labored more abundantly th

Greetings to all. As we go through life, it is essential that we continue to believe in miracles. Sometimes the challenges we face are so tough that we might lose hope and doubt that God still performs miracles. But with God’s unlimited power, nothing is too difficult for Him. Let’s not let our problems seem bigger than God. Keep praying and trust that God still works miracles as you wait for things to change. Jeremiah 32:26–27 (NCV) 26Then the LORD spoke this word to Jeremia

Greetings to all. As we start this week, let us seek wisdom and continue learning. There has always been, and there is, a constant battle against false and destructive speech. We are fortunate to live in a society that allows us the freedom to speak and listen as we choose. Listening to the wise helps us grow, while listening to ignorance also shapes us, though not always positively. Ultimately, we decide whom and what we listen to, follow, and believe. Proverbs 18:15 (NCV) 1

Greetings to all. As we gather this Sunday, may each of us feel worthy. In our society, some people in positions of power or with wealth may think they can decide who is worthy. But as believers, from the greatest to the least, we know that only God gives true approval and worthiness. This does not come from what we do, but through the Blood of Jesus. Romans 5:9–10 (GW) 9 Since Christ’s blood has now given us God’s approval, we are even more certain that Christ will save us f

Greetings to all. This weekend, let us move on from familiarity with faith in God as a way out. God’s hands are unchanging, but He calls us to change, especially when sin traps us. Sometimes, we linger in difficult places simply because we see no way out. Remaining stuck too long is not God’s plan. Moving forward with Him is always the way out. Deuteronomy 1:6 (MSG) 6Back at Horeb, GOD, our God, spoke to us: “You’ve stayed long enough at this mountain. Lesson: God wants to bl

Greetings to all. As we come to the end of the week, let us continue moving forward in obedience. Throughout life, we often receive instructions, orders, or requests. We hope these are positive and that we follow them with obedience. Whether in public or in private, God's work is often carried out through quiet acts of unseen obedience. John 2:7–8 (KJV 1900) 7Jesus saith unto them, Fill the waterpots with water. And they filled them up to the brim. 8And he saith unto them, Dr

Greetings to all. Let us enjoy His goodness and celebrate God's generosity. God is good, faithful, and willing to bless and help His people. Despite our neglecting our gifts and sometimes wasting blessings, He continues to show us His generosity daily, pouring out blessing after blessing. The principle of giving is how God's work is done. 2 Chronicles 31:10 (NKJV) 10And Azariah the chief priest, from the house of Zadok, answered him and said, “Since the people began to bring

Greetings to all. In life, we often wait for many things. Let’s learn to wait for Jesus, since He patiently waits for us. The same God who spoke from Sinai also sat quietly at a well. The One who gave commandments to us waited patiently for one woman’s heart. He meets us not only in fire and cloud but also in ordinary places where we come thirsty. The well becomes holy ground when we realize He has been waiting there all along. John 4:6–7 (KJV 1900) 6 Now Jacob’s well was th

Greetings to all. As we move through this week and through life, let us not despair. When trying to process or navigate the affairs of the world, it can feel like an eternity of evil and chaos, even in real time. That is why it is so important that we do not grow weary in well-doing and do not trust in our own understanding. Isaiah 27:1 (KJV 1900) 1 In that day the LORD with his sore and great and strong sword shall punish Leviathan the piercing serpent, even Leviathan that c

Greetings to all. As we begin this new week, let's continue to ensure we are guided correctly by following the Shepherd. In life, there are followers and leaders, and there are good and bad in both. However, if we want the clear assurance of being guided correctly, we must not follow every voice that speaks. We must determine what voice those we choose to follow are following. When leading, we are wise to follow God's voice. John 10:27 (KJV 1900) 27My sheep hear my voice, an