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Who Is in Your ship?

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Good morning

Scripture reading: Jonah 1

Worship song: The Church Triumphant

 


Meditation:

    The incredible story in the book of Jonah is filled with powerful, thought-provoking lessons and reflection. Jonah, in his attempt to escape God's call, disobeyed his instruction and boarded a ship heading in the wrong direction. He was comfortable sleeping on the ship, enjoying the journey while those around him were experiencing turmoil. 

    Like Jonah's ship, our bodies serve as the temple of God, built with two decks: our heart and our mind. These are spaces where the word of God and the Holy Spirit dwell. Let us take delight in doing a daily self-check evaluation to identify the wrong passengers on board. Any unauthorized passengers residing in these areas that are blocking the operation of the Holy Spirit must be immediately released. Just as the sailors make serious decisions to procure their safety, we too must make some drastic decisions for the benefit of living a life pleasing to God. 

    Whatever sinful desires occupy our thoughts eventually become a barrier to our relationship with God. When our thoughts are preoccupied by things outside of God, we give those distractions power over us. Let us cast away those wrong passengers and embrace a life of holiness led by the Holy Spirit.

Let us pray:

    Almighty God, what a joy divine to know you have saved us and showered us with your mercies. We are grateful for your profound word. Lord, as we evaluate ourselves, we humbly ask you to search our hearts and reveal our innermost thoughts. You, O God, know us intimately and know the things embedded deep within that are not aligned with precepts and commands. We seek your guidance in uprooting and removing every sin that easily besets us. We confess our ungodly desires, our self-righteous deeds, and constant disobedience. We invite you, Lord, to order our steps, have your way with us, and transform our minds in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. Amen. 

 Wishing you a peaceful day. ✌💕🙏

Comments

  1. AnonymousAugust 11, 2025 at 5:25 AM

    Amen and Amen
    Bless morning my friend and family.

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  2. AnonymousAugust 12, 2025 at 3:49 PM

    Great lessons. Paul stated. When I try to do good evil presents itself and the things I would not do, that is do. We need constant deliverance from the things that buffeted us. God is always there to help us through our difficult moments. Thanks for the words.

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