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Feeling Discouraged

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Good morning Scripture reading: Joshua 1:1-9 Worship Song: Bridge Over Troubled Water   Meditation:      To be discouraged is to feel deprived of hope, courage, and confidence, or to feel disheartened. Discouragement is a common daily challenge that severely impacts our faith, spiritual and physical well-being, leaving us feeling defeated and hopeless. After the death of Moses, God commanded Joshua to be strong, courageous, and not to be dismayed or afraid. Joshua needed that reassurance to lead the people to the promised land.       In Deuteronomy 31 and Joshua 1, God encourages us to be strong and courageous. He reassures us not to be afraid because He will never leave nor forsake us. When you feel discouraged, find comfort in God's word and be assured that the Lord promised to prosper us and not harm us, and give us hope and a future. No matter the challenges you encounter, let nothing move you to despair; rejoice in the truth and pro...
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Experience God in Your Brokenness

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Good morning Scripture reading: Genesis 21:9-20 Worship song: Carry Me   Meditation:      Rejected and left alone in the wilderness, Hagar encountered a messenger of God who comforted her by assuring her Ishmael would become the father of a mighty nation. Her experience proves that God cares for the broken and abandoned, bringing them hope and restoration through his grace. God specializes in mending what is broken. He takes our ashes and transforms them into beauty, offering comfort in our darkest moments. He does not abandon broken people; He draws closer when we reach our breaking point, offering comfort, hope, and assurance.       He tenderly heals shattered hearts and binds up every wound providing emotional, physical, and spiritual renewal. We have the assurance that God watched over the desolate and saved those with a contrite and humble spirit. He gives power to the faint, and increases the strength of the weak. If you feel aband...
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You Are exposed

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Good morning Scripture reading: Ephesians 6:10-18 Worship song: Keeping Me Alive   Meditation:      The Weather Channel provides critical updates to help the public navigate daily activities and safety risks. In response to shifting climate patterns, people are increasingly adapting their clothing choices to protect their bodies from the effects of extreme weather. Just as we actively safeguard our physical bodies from harm, we must treat the protection of our spiritual well-being as an immediate priority.       Divine protection covers you from the snare of the fowler, from the noisome pestilence, and from every weapon of the enemy. True divine protection is only fully realized by those who live circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise. When you are walking contrary to God’s will, you reject His covering, leaving you defenseless against spiritual attack. Turning away from God and embracing ungodly ways causes you to lose spiritual ...
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Serving From An Empty Place

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Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Kings 17:1-16 Worship song: Made A Way   Meditation:      The account of the widow of Zarephath, who sacrificially provided for Elijah despite having only one meal left, and Apostle Paul’s testimonies of serving amidst extreme hardship, teach us what it truly means to trust God's provision while serving from an empty place. By serving from a position of emptiness we shift away from self-reliance to dependence on God's limitless provision. The widow's demonstration of faith and obedience is a reminder that trusting God with our last resources allows His limitless grace to fill the void.       Trusting God, especially in the weakest moments, opens the door for God to demonstrate His strength through one's limitations, transforming personal inadequacy into a testimony of God's power. Paul celebrates his own weakness, knowing that when he is at his weakest, he is strongest through Christ. God's grace is...
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Jesus Christ To The Rescue

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Good morning Scripture Reading: Romans 5 Worship Song: Rescue   Meditation:      Life's challenges can be overwhelming, leaving a trail of bittersweet memories in their wake. Heartaches, broken pieces, shattered dreams, and ruined lives are the reasons Christ died on Calvary's cross. Jesus Christ chose to die and endured chastisement to demonstrate his love for humanity. He came to redeem us from the bondage of our iniquities, liberate us from spiritual captivity, and bring light to a dark world. He came that we might have life and have it more abundantly. He came not to condemn the world but that the world through Him might be saved. He came to seek and save the lost, to preach repentance to sinners, to serve, to fulfill the laws and the prophets, and to bring assurance to a hopeless world.       Jesus came to rescue us, so let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. Jesus left us His divine peace to experience the fullnes...
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Heartfelt Gratitude

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Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Worship song: Thank You Lord   Meditation:      Recognizing God's goodness in all circumstances empowers us to appreciate the seemingly insignificant things in life.   Very gingerly, the homeless man laid out his bedding at the side of the business place in the freezing cold. With just a thick blanket to lie on and another to cover up, he settled into his long pants and jacket, looking perfectly comfortable. A cold knot formed in my stomach at the thought of him lying in that 35-degree weather.       Before complaining about what you lack, appreciate what you have. Trade your complaints for gratitude, and appreciate your daily blessings for someone is wishing they had a fraction of what you have. Instead of murmuring and complaining, cultivate a mindset of gratitude, and express your appreciation through spiritual songs, praise, and adoration to the Lord. Reflect on the go...
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The Scars That Never Fade

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Good morning Scripture Reading: St. John 20: 24-28 Worship Song: Scars in The Hand of Jesus   Meditation:      Visible body scars are a powerful, lasting testament to overcoming past pain, symbolizing endurance and triumph rather than just injury. They represent personal strength and the courageous survival of difficult experiences. Unlike our own scars, which often stem from mishaps or mistakes, the scars of Jesus Christ testify to His victory over sin and death. The scars on His hands, feet, and side represent the nail scars of profound injustice he willingly endured to redeem mankind. Jesus embraced the agony of crucifixion to bring us peace. He was wounded and afflicted for our transgressions, bruised for our iniquities, and bore every stripe for spiritual, emotional, and physical healing. Because of His ultimate sacrifice, we have the opportunity to live eternally.       To reject Jesus Christ is to turn one's back on the on...
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Build Your Hope On Things Eternal

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Good morning Scripture reading: Colossians 3:1-2 Hymn: Hold to God's Unchanging Hands   Meditation:      Hold to God's Unchanging Hand," penned by Jennie Wilson in 1906, reflects the message of Colossians 3:1-2 urging believers to anchor their hope in things eternal, rather than investing in temporary, fading earthly treasures. Build your hope on the unchanging promises of God, trusting in His unwavering faithfulness for earthly things we see are only temporary; but the heavenly, unseen things are everlasting. Build your confidence in the God of hope who will fill you with joy and peace that you may abound in hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.       Place your confidence in God for He delights in those who fear him, who put their hope in his unfailing love. Even amidst turmoil, chaos, and confusion, the believer's hope is secure in God's promises, providing the strength to endure trials with confidence rather than fear. Whatever ...
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