Week 4 - Wisdom In Contentment (Philippians 4:12) The apostle Paul traveled throughout the lands to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ. Sometimes he was well received, many others he wasn’t. Yet he learned to be content in all circumstances, whether in need or in plenty. This contentment didn’t come from external circumstances, but… Continue reading September 26th – Philippians 4:12
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July 24th – Philippians 4:11
Philippians 4:11 It’s easy to praise God in the good times when blessings abound, and life feels secure. But the true test of faith lies in whether we can praise Him during the bad times. The Apostle Paul exemplifies this through his journey, having learned to be content in both feast and famine. Paul’s contentment… Continue reading July 24th – Philippians 4:11
July 15th – Romans 12:2
Romans 12:2 Freedom in Christ liberates us from the pressures of worldly standards by renewing our minds and aligning our values with God's truth. Instead of being driven by worldly expectations of success, beauty, and happiness, we are guided by the principles of God's kingdom. This transformation allows us to see ourselves and our purpose… Continue reading July 15th – Romans 12:2
June 15th – Hebrews 12:14
Hebrews 12:14 Hebrews 12:14 calls us to pursue peace with everyone, recognizing that without it we can’t truly see the Lord. This pursuit mirrors the fruit of the Spirit, joy, which flourishes in a heart committed to peace and holiness. This gives us a profound sense of fulfillment and contentment which arises from our alignment… Continue reading June 15th – Hebrews 12:14
June 8th – Philippians 4:4
Philippians 4:4 Paul urges us to "Rejoice in the Lord always," which speaks to the fruit of the Spirit, joy, and its transformative power even in challenging times. A joy which doesn’t change depending on our circumstances, because it’s rooted in our relationship with Jesus. Unlike fleeting happiness, joy from the Spirit is a profound… Continue reading June 8th – Philippians 4:4
January 24th – Jeremiah 17:9
Jeremiah 17:9 We are all born with a God shaped hole. A deep longing within us. A spiritual void that seeks purpose and fulfillment. Those who don’t know Jesus as their Savior, try to fill that emptiness on their own. But when we try to fill the hole inside with worldly substitutes, we discover that… Continue reading January 24th – Jeremiah 17:9
July 16th – Proverbs 17:1
Proverbs 17:1 “Better is a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feasting with strife.” In today’s thirsty society, bigger, better, and more is celebrated. And we are encouraged to chase after material wealth with the promise that possessions and abundance will bring us happiness. Yet Solomon had all the fame, power, and… Continue reading July 16th – Proverbs 17:1
July 7th – Proverbs 17:24
Proverbs 17:24 “Wisdom is before him who has understanding, but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth." One of the Hebrew words used to describe foolishness is “nabal.” It means someone who has lost spiritual perception, the one always searching for something. In our fast-paced and consumer-driven society, everywhere we… Continue reading July 7th – Proverbs 17:24
April 6th – Psalm 131:1
Psalm 131:1 Psalm 131 is a little Psalm that packs a big punch. For in its few lines lies the secret to happiness, success and victory. The secret being humility and contentment. This is victory that I myself so desperately yearn for. Because like David, I too want to have a humble heart before the… Continue reading April 6th – Psalm 131:1
March 31st – James 5:17
James 5:17 Clergyman Henry Ward Beecher once said, “The unthankful heart discovers no mercies; but the thankful heart will find, in every hour, some heavenly blessings.” No matter our circumstances, there is always something to be thankful for. From each breath we take to every moment in between, everything good thing in our lives is… Continue reading March 31st – James 5:17
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