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June 15th – Acts 8:22

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Acts 8:22

“Repent, therefore, of this wickedness of yours, and pray to the Lord that, if possible, the intent of your heart may be forgiven you.”

John and Peter were laying hands on believers who were receiving the Holy Spirit. A sorcerer named Simon watched from the sidelines, convinced the two disciples were using magic. But after offering to pay for the same ability, Simon received a very stern warning about mocking God. Peter warned that we can’t buy or earn God’s love, forgiveness, and mercy through material possessions or external acts. No amount of wealth, influence, or offerings can purchase absolution for our sins. Instead, God desires a genuine transformation within us, a turning away from sinful ways and a wholehearted return to Him. Forgiveness is a gift of God’s grace, freely given to those who humbly seek it. And God calls us to understand that our worthiness for forgiveness is not measured by worldly standards, but by our inner repentance and our sincere pursuit of righteousness.

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May 23rd – Matthew 9:9

Matthew 9:9

One day as Levi was at His tax booth in the city, a man came up to him and said, “Follow Me!” Without a second thought Levi got up, walked out, and immediately began following the man. In a single moment, Levi chose to leave everything behind. He gave up his wealth, influence, and comfort without looking back. That was the best decision Levi ever made. For that man was Jesus. And following the Lord gave to Levi a wealth many times greater than what he left behind. Jesus wants us to experience such spiritual wealth. So answer His call. Step out in faith, follow the Lord, and receive His immeasurable blessings. When Levi entered the service of the Lord, His life was changed forever. No longer was he known as the despised tax collector hated by his brothers. Instead Jesus gave him the new name of Matthew, meaning gift of God, and he became a mighty disciple of the Lord. And one day as we stand before Him in heaven, Jesus will welcome us in joy and love, declare us innocent, and give us a new name!