Hosea 10:12 Planting seeds of righteousness is about the daily choices we make to live God’s way, even when it isn’t the easiest path. Just like a farmer prepares the ground, we prepare our hearts by letting God soften what has become hard or resistant to Him. Sometimes that means breaking up the “unplowed ground”… Continue reading September 3rd – Hosea 10:12
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September 14th – 1 Peter 5:8
Week 2 - Wisdom In Staying Alert (1 Peter 5:8) Peter teaches us the importance of being alert and watchful. Because the Enemy is constantly on the prowl, looking to ensnare us in his traps. Satan doesn’t rest. He’s always searching for ways to tempt, deceive, and pull us away from God’s path. This is… Continue reading September 14th – 1 Peter 5:8
September 10th – James 3:17
Week 2 - Wisdom From Heaven (James 3:17) James compares worldly wisdom, which is often rooted in pride, selfish ambition, and sin, against godly wisdom, which comes from above and reflects God's character. Worldly wisdom may appear attractive at first, offering quick success, power, or status. But ultimately, it leads to chaos, division, and strife.… Continue reading September 10th – James 3:17
September 5th – Proverbs 11:2
Week 1 - The wisdom In Humility (Proverbs 11:2) The ancient Greeks had a term, "hubris," to describe the dangerous overconfidence that often led to downfall. It was a warning against the arrogance that can blind us to our own limitations and the consequences of our actions. Proverbs 11:2 echoes this timeless truth, reminding us… Continue reading September 5th – Proverbs 11:2
January 30th – John 3:30
John 3:30 John the Baptist was a rockstar back in the day. People came from miles around to hear his teachings and be baptized. Yet when the crowds began to dwindle and follow Jesus instead, John wasn’t resentful. Instead, he was filled with humble joy. For John wasn’t about his ego, but about the job… Continue reading January 30th – John 3:30
September 5th – Proverbs 8:13
Proverbs 8:13 What if I told you that fear is a sin? How? Because at the root of fear is pride, and we know what God thinks about pride. Pride submits to no one, grasping at control, and thinking we ourselves know best. And it’s the same with fear. When we let fear dictate our… Continue reading September 5th – Proverbs 8:13
August 31st – 1 Corinthians 13:4-5
1 Corinthians 13:4-5 Loving others isn’t an easy thing to do. Yet that’s the call God gives to us. And although no one can love unconditionally and perfectly like Jesus, we do need to show each other that same Christlike love. That means practicing patience and kindness even when we are frustrated with those around… Continue reading August 31st – 1 Corinthians 13:4-5
August 11th – 1Corinthians 13:4-5
1 Corinthians 13:4-5 Loving one another doesn’t always come easy. And some days, it doesn’t come at all. And although no one can love as unconditionally and perfectly like Jesus, still we are called to love like Him just the same. But what is Christlike love? Contrary to popular culture, it isn’t butterflies in the… Continue reading August 11th – 1Corinthians 13:4-5
May 26th – 2 Corinthians 10:4
2 Corinthians 10:4 The Bible describes a stronghold as a belief which is strongly defended or upheld. They are formed from the lies and deception of the Enemy. And one such stronghold is self importance. Everybody wants to be seen, known, and loved. And we live in a world that values self importance. But as… Continue reading May 26th – 2 Corinthians 10:4
May 17th – 2 Chronicles 2:16
2 Chronicles 2:16 When Uzziah became king of Judah, he was only 16 years old. And during his 52 year reign, through the power of God, Uzziah did amazing things. But when Uzziah let his fame go to his head, he learned how far the proud fall before the Lord. Thinking himself all powerful, Uzziah… Continue reading May 17th – 2 Chronicles 2:16
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