25 Apr 2019
I think I underestimate the power of love. When we show others genuine love, we impact their lives beyond what the eye can see. This inspires hope and makes others also reciprocate and or do the same to those around them. I will try and follow the example of God mentioned in many parts of the bible, e.g. in 1 John 4:7-12.
24 Apr 2019
In our quest to increase, we may try doing it in our strength & wisdom and consequently experience frustration, fear, etc. But even then, God is willing to help us, just like He promised Israel in Isaiah 9:4-5, when they were going through judgement. Can we slow down & ask the Father to guide us & actually allow Him to do so? May we experience His peace & follow His lead.
23 Apr 2019
We may try to figure out everything around us, but it is not possible. Generally, we are always yearning for more, money, power, success, etc. Only God can satisfy this yearning. He knows us fully. We have eternal value and that should give us peace. Ecclesiates 3:11.
18 Apr 2019
Jesus’s life on earth was meant to achieve different things. He walked in divine purpose, but still experienced challenges. He overcame and nothing hindered Him from fulfilling His mission. He impacted lives and left a legacy. What is your life’s purpose? If you allow Him, God will walk with you to fulfill it. As we celebrate Easter, kindly reflect on this. May the realization of the importance of Christ’s coming dawn afresh on us and motivate us to live like He did Isaiah 26:3-8.
17 Apr 2019
Are you tired of trying to do things on your own and failing over and over again? I do that sometimes. Let us purpose to do what Moses did in Exodus 33:15 continuously. Then we will be assured of operating in God’s will consistently.
16 Apr 2019
As we go through life, we shall experience good and hard times. During exile in Babylon, the Lord raised a prophet to be His voice among the Jews. His name was Ezekiel, meaning God is strong or God strengthens. God knew His people would go through a difficult time, but He still encouraged them and walked with them Ezekiel 1:3 and Ezekiel 2:1-9. Don’t give up. The Lord knows what you are going through. Seek Him and follow His counsel.
15 Apr 2019
As we run our individual races, we may be tempted to look at others running alongside us & compare our race to theirs. God has set a different running trail for each of us, so let us be encouraged by the words of Ecclesiates 9:11. Have a peaceful day and trust in the Lord.
12 Apr 2019
In 1 Peter 4:1-11, Paul gives the same advice on living for God to Perer. Why does he emphasize this? Please compare this with 1Timothy 4:12-16.
11 Apr 2019
One of the things Paul asked Timothy to do in 1 Timothy 4:12 is set a good example in speech. Words are powerful and they can impact us and others greatly. We should constantly watch our speech by asking the Holy Spirit to guide us on what to say or not to say. Search what your bible says about speech. Use the concordance or the search icon on your bible app. See which verses minister to you concerning this topic.
10 Apr 2019
As we purpose to support others like we read in 1 Tim 4:12-16, let’s consider the following: People generally like being encouraged. Expect of others what you would expect of yourself. As you set expectations, consider the skills, experience and maturity of others. Adjust expectations when circumstances change. Clarity of goals is key so that they are identifiable. Appreciate the effort put in.