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December 23rd – Galatians 4:4-5

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Galatians 4:4-5

The apostle Paul tells us that at just the right time, God sent His only Son into the world so we could become beloved members of His family. That means Christmas is more than a celebration of Jesus’ birth. It’s also the celebration of a family being born. A beautiful, grace filled family that welcomes all who receive Christ as Lord and Savior. Once we were enemies of God. But because of Jesus, we are no longer left on the outside looking in. Now through His shed blood, we are adopted sons and daughters of the most high God. This makes Christmas so much more meaningful. Causing us to rejoice not only for the gift of our Messiah, but for the gift of belonging. For being chosen, deeply loved, and called God’s very own. Through God’s kept promise, what once felt distant was brought near. A perfect love poured out freely, not because we earned it, but simply because He alone is good. And when I think about that, my heart bursts with gratitude. Gratitude because grace has made us family. And above all, gratitude to God for His precious Son Jesus. Our Savior, our friend, and our brother.

Reflection Question: How does knowing you are fully adopted into God’s family change the way you see yourself this Christmas?

Prayer Prompt: Father, thank You for sending Your Son at just the right time. Thank You for adopting me into Your family and loving me so freely. Help me live with gratitude and praise, honoring Jesus. My Savior, friend, and brother. Amen.

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August 20th – Colossians 3:9-10

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Week 3 – Embracing Renewal (Colossians 3:9-10)

Bible teacher A.W. Pink once said,” An honest heart seeks to please God in all things and offend Him in none.” As Christians, we are now one big family, united by our faith in Christ. This means we should treat each other with the love, care, and respect that family deserves. And a key aspect of this is always speaking the truth to one another in love. In Colossians 3:9-10, Paul emphasizes that believers should not lie to each other. Why?  Because our new identity in Christ demands honesty. When we put our trust in Christ, we become new people who have died to sin and been made alive in Him. Our goal is to live a Christ-like life, reflecting His character in all we do. Lying to one another is inconsistent with this new identity. And it undermines the trust and unity that should define us as a family in Christ. Paul’s reasoning is grounded in the highest authority, Jesus Himself, who is truth. As members of God’s family, we are called to live out this truth in our relationships, building one another up with honesty, integrity, and love.

Questions For Reflection –

  1. How can we ensure that our interactions with fellow believers are marked by honesty and love, reflecting our new identity in Christ as described in Colossians 3:9-10?
  1. In what ways can we actively practice speaking the truth in love within our Christian community, fostering deeper trust and unity as members of God’s family?

In God’s family, honesty is our language and love is our heartbeat. 🙏🏻❤️

 

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June 18th – Ephesians 2:14

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Ephesians 2:14

In Jesus, the barriers of cultural, religious, and social divisions are torn down, forming one family where we all are equal. His sacrifice brings together both Jew and Gentile, establishing a new covenant of peace. This unity transcends historical enemies and prejudices, showing that in Jesus we are all brothers and sisters, regardless of our backgrounds. The Cross is the cornerstone that unites us, making peace possible. And not just as an ideal but as a lived reality. Through Christ’s work, we are no longer strangers or foreigners but fellow citizens with the saints and members of God’s family. This profound reconciliation redefines our relationships, with love and mutual respect as foundational principles. The unity forged in Jesus’ peace calls us to embrace one another, reflecting His grace in our lives and extending His peace to the world. How wonderful is it that through Jesus, peoples from around the world are united into one family, bonded by His love and the peace He brings.

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March 28th – Song Of Solomon 7:10

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Song of Solomon 7:10

C.S. Lewis once said, “When I have learned to love God better than my earthly dearest, I shall love my earthly dearest better than I do now.” Although not much talked about, romantic love is a blessing sent by God. The Lord wants to have a close, personal, relationship with each of us. And when we have such an intimate relationship with the Lord, we can better love others. Romantic love is a way for people to experience deep emotional and spiritual connections with one another. And romance can bring joy to people’s lives. God wants us to experience happiness and fulfillment in life, and romantic relationships can be a source of this joy. Romantic love can also lead to the creation of new life, as it is often the foundation of marriage and family. All in all, the blessing of romantic love teaches us intimacy, patience, commitment, selflessness, and respect in our relationships. It reminds us that love is not just a human experience, but also has spiritual significance and can help us grow in our relationship with God.

 

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April 21st – John 19:25-27

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John 19:25-27

Jesus is in a terrible agony, with a deep concern in his heart. Concern not for Himself, but for His mother Mary and His devoted followers. Because He sees how they’re suffering at the feet of His cross. The Lord wants His loved ones to be cared for as only a family can. So as one of His last gifts, He asks His beloved John to care for Mary, accepting her as his own mother. And in turn, asking Mary to accept John as her own son. Of this gift of family John Piper once said, “ One of the gifts Jesus gave to us from the cross was the church. A loving, caring, sustaining, encouraging family beyond family. And it is a great encouragement to our faith that He illustrates the meaning of the church the way He did in the relationship between John and Mary. If Jesus could provide for the needs of His own in the moment of His greatest weakness and humiliation, how much more can He provide for your need in His present wealth of power and exaltation!” A great encouragement indeed!

Blessings,

Mari

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