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Good morning

Scripture reading: 2 Timothy 4

Worship song: I Will Follow You

 


Meditation:

    In his final letter to Timothy, Apostle Paul encouraged Timothy to be a steadfast leader, to persevere through suffering, and to preach and teach the truth despite false teachings and persecution. He recounted his experience of betrayal by his fellow believers who abandoned him at a critical moment when he needed them to stand by him. Paul expressed disappointment that Demas, a dedicated minister who worked assiduously alongside him, in Colossae and Philemon, deserted the ministry to pursue worldly pleasures. 

    In response to the betrayal of his fellow coworkers and human failure, Paul's letter responded with a message focused on encouragement, forgiveness, and his unwavering trust in God. His letter served as a lesson on human weakness, emphasizing God's mercy and the profound strength of relying on God alone. The journey of faith and ministry can be challenging, but we can find hope and strength in God's promises. 

    Many like Demas have walked away from the faith and have found pleasure in earthly things. 1 John 2 calls believers to recognize that all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of God.

Let us pray:

    Sovereign God, we look to no other God, but you to help us persevere and endure the challenges we encounter on our spiritual journey. Grant us patience, Mighty God, to stay fervent and committed to you, without getting weary. Teach us your way, LORD God, so we can walk in your righteousness and truth. Grant us spiritual insight and wisdom, O God, so we may comprehend your teachings and follow your instructions. Deliver us from evil, O God, and preserve us as we work together to establish your name here on earth. Father, I pray for my fellow believers who have left the faith. Please renew their mindset, fill them with a desire for your love and presence, and guide them back to you, Lord God, in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. 

Wishing you a wonderful day. 💖🙏💪

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  1. AnonymousSeptember 7, 2025 at 3:20 PM

    Blessed morning. God is faithful. Stand still and let God move. Standing still is hard to do. When you feel you have reached the end. He'll make a way for you. Stand still and let God move. Loving God sometimes I feel like the disciples when they were in the boat, tossed around by powerful winds and fierce waves. But then I remember how the story ends, with your son Jesus speaking peace to the storm. We know that not all storms can be avoided or escaped, so we ask for you to give us courage and strength to face them head-on. Remind us that you are bigger than the trouble that seems so insurmountable and increase our faith with a testimony of your provision.Amen. Stay blessed. 🙌🏾

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