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The Thief of Opportunities

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Good morning Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:3-7 Worship song: I have decided   Meditation:      Making decisions is likely the most challenging thing to do. Most of the time, we hesitate or ignore making decisions, which in turn causes us to miss out on valuable opportunities. When confronted with choices, everyone faces decision phobia at times. Farmers will hesitate to sow because their eyes are focused on the clouds. People may hesitate to move forward because of the fear of loss, making wrong choices, as well as the fear of failure. He who observes the wind will not sow, and he who is fearful cannot make the right decisions.       Do not allow indecision to control your life and rob you of opportunities, happiness, and growth. Whatever opportunities are available, seek God's guidance, review your options, and select the best choice possible. Following Jesus Christ and living by His commands is the one choice that must never be stopped by...
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For Such A Time As This

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Good morning Scripture reading: Genesis 50:14-21 Worship song: For The Good   Meditation:      The well-known account of Joseph in the book of Genesis (chapters 37-50) provides a summary of his destiny and divine intervention on his behalf. Joseph's brothers conspired to eliminate him; however, God had a greater plan. They intended to remove him from the position of leadership that he declared he would one day hold. Their motives were malicious; in fact, they harbored evil intent. What they didn't know was that God would one day turn their evil scheme into blessings for their benefit. The very evil the brothers conceived to harm Joseph was the means through which God used to promote him to his destiny.       Joseph advanced from the position of imprisonment to serve as the governor of Egypt. He was given the authority to manage and oversee the affairs of the King of Egypt. As ordained by God's providence, during the famine, Joseph was ab...
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Bridge the Gap

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Good morning Scripture reading: Ephesians 2:13-22 Worship song: Gracefully Broken   Meditation:      Historical records indicate that China's emperors began constructing the Great Wall between the 7th and 8th centuries B.C., a project over a period of more than 1,000 years. The Great Wall emerged as the most recognized symbol of China, erected when the Warring States built defensive walls to prevent incursions and invaders with the intent that it would ward off enemies from the north and protect their territory.       Similarly, in our lives, we often erect defensive walls intended to keep intruders and invaders at bay. However, more often than not, these walls trap us rather than protect us. Typically, emotional walls are erected after experiencing a broken heart and before the healing process is completed. The walls we build do not serve to protect us; rather, they keep us locked in the prisons of our own making.     ...
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The First Responders

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Good morning Scripture reading: Luke 10:25-37 Worship song: I Will Say Of The Lord   Meditation:      The story of the Good Samaritan illustrates the essential role of first responders. These individuals are recognized for positively influencing the lives of others by providing assistance using their skills and emergency techniques. Their duties include administering CPR, First Aid, assessing situations, providing initial care to victims, and relating vita data to dispatch and hospitals while focusing primarily on saving lives and protecting their own safety and that of others. Typically, first responders are the first to arrive at emergency scenes.       Though not the first to arrive on the scene, the Samaritan responded with compassion, care, and kindness, brought the victim to the innkeeper, and paid for the victim's treatment. As Christ's ambassadors, we act as the initial response team to bring the message of the gospel to those wh...
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The Way That Seems Right

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Good Morning Scripture reading: Proverbs 16:17 Worship song: Highway to Heaven   Meditation:      Many individuals are unaware of the Bible's significance, and some who are acquainted with it dedicate little to no time seeking guidance and direction from its teachings. The Bible serves as our compass, with the Holy Spirit as our guide, leading us along the heavenly highway. This highway is referred to as the way of holiness. The unclean shall not pass over it; only the redeemed shall do so (Isaiah 35:8-9).       The psalmist recognized its value and expressed this in his words: "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. I have hidden   Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You".(Psalm 119:11,105). He also prayed: "Show me your ways, O LORD; teach me Your paths. Lead me in Your truth, and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation. Lead me down the path that leads to eternal life" (Psalm 25). The high...
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Clothed in Earthly Attire

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Good morning Scripture: Hosea 2:1-13 Praise song: Kill My Flesh   Meditation:      The prophecy of Hosea serves as a plea to the Israelites to turn away from their unfaithfulness and to return to God. Their sinful and lustful lifestyle has caused a separation between them and God. Although this prophecy was originally directed at the Israelites, it remains valid to all nations today: urging them to forsake their selfish and egoistic desires and return to Jesus Christ, their first love. God continues to beseech all backsliding nations, tribes, and people to relinquish earthly pursuits, pleasures, and concerns that distract us from seeking God wholeheartedly and sincerely.       God promises to strip us naked, to take away everything we cling to dearly, and leave us dry as the wilderness if we continue to yearn for the things of this world, the things that cause a division between Him and us. He will strip away everything we attach to if w...
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Start With The Little You Know

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Good morning Scripture reading: Acts 18: 22-28 Hymn: The Comforter Has Come   Meditation:      Apollos was an evangelist and an eloquent speaker, fervent in spirit, who spoke highly of the Lord. He taught boldly in the synagogue at Ephesus about the baptism of John. However, at that time, Apollos was not acquainted with the teachings of Jesus Christ. When Aquila and Priscilla heard his teaching, they took him and clearly explained to him the way of the Lord. Apollos gladly shared the knowledge he had gained and convinced the Jews through the scriptures that Jesus was Christ.       You can start spreading the word by sharing the little you know about Jesus Christ and the gospel. He will send messengers to expound to you more clearly the word of God through the help of the Holy Spirit. There are souls to save, and many are dying without Christ. Every soul is valuable. Do not withhold the word of God; instead, proclaim it so that others may...
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Stuck In Reverse

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Good morning Scripture reading: Isaiah 43:18-19 Worship song: No Looking Back   Meditation:      A vehicle can become stuck in reverse due to a malfunctioning shift cable, internal wear, or a faulty transmission cable that hinders forward movement. Similarly, an individual may become trapped in dwelling on past seasons rather than progressing forward, which represents a personal setback characterized by an obsession with "the good old days" or regret over previous mistakes. Whether your past was a period marked by deep sorrow and remorse or one of joy and fulfillment, looking in the rearview mirror should be momentary, propelling us into the future.       We cannot progress to the next chapter while our mind is still in park. God is always active, doing something new, and our ability to perceive work is hindered if our eyes are focused on past occurrences. Let us avoid dwelling on old tales or considering former things; instead, focus on...
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