YOUR DAILY DOSE OF GOD

Good morning Scripture reading: St. Matthew 13:3-9 Worship song: Rooted and Grounded    Meditation:      In the parable of the Sower who went to sow seeds, Jesus gave four different scenarios: the seed that fell on the wayside, the seed that fell on stony ground, the seed that fell among thorns, and the seed that fell on good ground. The seed that fell on the good ground represents the believers who hear the word, accept it, and bring forth fruit. The believers who are firmly anchored in Christ are like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, its leaves do not wither;   and whatever they do will prosper.       Those who are not firmly rooted endure but for a short time, for their roots are dried and their branches wither because they have no faith in God. They shall not stand in the congregation of the righteous. We must abide in Jesus Christ, rooted and built up in him and established in the fai...

Good morning Scripture reading: St. Luke 13:10-17 Worship song: I'm Free   Meditation:      Jesus interrupted the routine on the Sabbath day to provide both physical and spiritual freedom to a woman who had been bound by infirmities for eighteen (18) years. Instead of rejoicing over her miraculous healing, the synagogue leaders criticized Jesus for ministering healing on the Sabbath. Jesus revealed their hypocrisy by pointing out that if they can overlook their religious ritual to show mercy to their livestock on the Sabbath, they should likewise show compassion for a suffering individual. Jesus exemplified compassion, mercy, and grace through His healing ministry and ongoing miracles.       By healing on the Sabbath, Jesus asserted His authority over it, for the Son of Man is Lord even of the Sabbath day (St. Matthew 12:8). Jesus reminds us that the sabbath is a day of rest, liberation, and grace.       Like the woma...

Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Peter 5:1-4 Praise song: Spirit Lead Me Meditation:      Arthur Blessitt, a travelling evangelist from Mississippi, is well known as the preacher carrying a cross through every nation he visited. Despite facing many dangers, toils, and snares, the grace of God kept him safe. Through difficult times and the hottest battlefield, he held firmly to faith, trusting God to lead him. His mission was to share the gospel and lead souls to Calvary, walking through lonely deserts, across hills and valleys, as he bore the weight of the heavy wooden cross as a symbol of his devotion.       Listening to this inspiring account helps us understand what it truly means to follow and obey God's calling, to accept his will, walk by faith, and trust Him completely. Blessitt's unwavering faith touched many lives, showing us that even unfamiliar or challenging acts can lead to salvation and transformation. Still, the most significant lesson...

Good morning Scripture reading: Ezekiel 36:25-27 Worship sing: Empty me, Lord   Meditation:      Imagine a wastebasket filled yet you willfully continue to cram trash into it resulting in waste spilling onto the floor. This pattern demonstrates a heart filled with spiritual baggage that leaves no room for divine contentment, peace, growth, or new insight. Carrying the weight of past sins and unresolved guilt creates a roadblock, suffocating our inner growth. When the vessel is too full of life's daily mess, the spill pollutes our relationships as it diverts us from our divine purpose.       Let the spiritual residue be a positive, transformative imprint left behind when you spend dedicated time in communion with God. They that looked at you, must do so in amazement, beholding the reflection of Jesus Christ in your life (Acts 4:13). Let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of Go...

Good morning Scripture reading: Psalm 3 Worship song: Through It All   Meditation:      The psalmist, David, faced many challenges and enemies. During his reign, he encountered numerous adversaries, including King Saul, whom he had helped defeat the Philistine giants who opposed Israel. David was not afraid of the host that encamped against him, because he firmly trusted in the God he served. In spite of the numerous trials that hampered his journey, his unwavering faith in God enabled him to persevere through every tribulation and emerge victorious over his adversaries. Through it all, David trusted God and built a relationship with Him.       Through it all, David relied on God, built a close relationship with Him, and learned to depend solely on His guidance. David's sole desire was to dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of his life. He trusted God and believed that He would shield him from all his enemies. By fully entrusting...

Good Morning Scripture reading: Exodus 4:1-3 Worship song: Hands of Jesus   Meditation:      God can utilize ordinary objects, existing skills, or limited resources to achieve extraordinary miracles. He demonstrated His absolute authority over mankind and nature by transforming the ordinary staff Moses held in His hand into a powerful symbol of His power. From a youth's hands, Jesus received five barley loaves and two fish, blessed them, and multiplied them to satisfy the multitudes. (St. John 6: 9-12). Samson defeated a thousand enemies with a donkey's jawbone (Judges 15:15).       David courageously approached Goliath with five smooth stones and a sling, successfully triumphing over the giant. (1 Samuel 17:40-49). What is in your hands? Entrust your limited resources to God, who can turn the ordinary into an extraordinary achievement and watch Him unlock your true potential. Lay down your burdens and place your hardships in the hands o...

Good morning Scripture reading: Exodus 14:21-30 Worship song: Let Your Power Fall   Meditation:      The most stubborn and hardened heart can shatter under the crushing weight of profound tragedy. God gave Moses specific instructions to speak to Pharaoh and demand the release of the children of Israel, but Pharaoh stubbornly refused. The tragic loss of Pharaoh's firstborn son broke his stubbornness, compelling him to end the enslavement of the children of Israel. Nonetheless, his immediate remorse prompted him to deploy his army to pursue them.       Upon realizing their enemies were in pursuit, the Israelites panicked and rebelled against Moses. Still, God saved them from their enemies for His name's sake so that they could witness His mighty miraculous power. Obeying God's command Moses rebuked the Red Sea and it dried up. He then led the Israelites through the depths, as through the wilderness to safety and the water returned to its p...