1 Peter 3:9 When someone hurts us, our natural instinct is to retaliate. To inflict pain in return for the pain we've received. This urge for retribution feels justifiable and satisfying in the moment, but it can lead to a spirit of hostility and bitterness. That’s why God calls us to a higher standard, one… Continue reading June 27th – 1 Peter 3:9
Tag: Blessings
May 19th – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
1 Thessalonians 5:18 In 1 Thessalonians 5:18 the apostle Paul urges us to, "give thanks in all circumstances.” A challenging call when we witness Israel under attack, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and deep divisions within our own country. Divisions between friends, loved ones, and even the church. All that turmoil can make gratitude seem… Continue reading May 19th – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
April 29th – Genesis 8:22
Genesis 8:22 Like the blooming flowers and lush fields, God’s promises blossom anew with each passing day. And just as seedtime and harvest endure, so too does the enduring grace of His word. With the gentle caress of a warming breeze, we feel our Father’s presence, a reminder of His unwavering commitment. Through the fragrant… Continue reading April 29th – Genesis 8:22
April 26th – Psalm 1:3
Psalm 1:3 As we behold the beauty of spring in all its splendor, let us also reflect on the beauty and splendor of rooting ourselves in God's Word. For like the trees which draw nourishment from the flowing streams, so too are our souls nourished by the living water of scripture. We all want to… Continue reading April 26th – Psalm 1:3
April 22nd – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
1 Thessalonians 5:18 With spring in the air I can’t wait to clean out my flower beds replacing the dead with new, all in the hopes of a beautiful garden to enjoy all season long. Yet in the amidst of my anticipation, I would do well to remember the wisdom of Paul who urges me… Continue reading April 22nd – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
April 17th – Lamentations 3:22-23
Lamentations 3:22-23 In each spring bloom, God’s faithfulness shines. For as the season unfolds its tapestry of renewal, we are reminded of the absolute steadfast of God. Like the beautiful morning glory which opens its delicate blossoms with each new sunrise, the Lord’s compassions too are new every morning. So as we witness the beauty… Continue reading April 17th – Lamentations 3:22-23
April 4th – Philippians 4:6-7
Philippians 4:6-7 Nothing smells better than the sweet perfume of spring in the air! The time when all of nature gives off the aroma of renewal and growth. So like the sweet fragrance of blooming flowers, let our prayers rise before God as a pleasing aroma. One that fills the heavens with the essence of… Continue reading April 4th – Philippians 4:6-7
February 24th – Psalm 136:26
Psalm 136:26 In every sunrise and every sunset, in every breath we take, we witness the enduring love of God. A timeless and constant love that sustains us through every season of life. And we can find great comfort in knowing His love is not fleeting or conditional, but an eternal anchor that steadies our… Continue reading February 24th – Psalm 136:26
January 28th – Ecclesiastes 7:8
Ecclesiastes 7:8 Sometimes we only see the true worth of a journey at its conclusion. Because it’s only then we can look back and see how the hand of God was at work. And while beginnings hold a wonderful promise, it's often the lessons we learn and the growth we experience along the way that… Continue reading January 28th – Ecclesiastes 7:8
December 25th – Luke 2:11
Luke 2:11 Good morning to the most wonderful day of the year! For today is the day we celebrate the glorious birth of God’s only begotten Son, Jesus Christ! Our promised Messiah and the ultimate gift of love bestowed upon humanity. This divine proclamation of a Savior born in Bethlehem resonates through the ages, encapsulating… Continue reading December 25th – Luke 2:11
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