YOUR DAILY DOSE OF GOD

Good morning Scripture reading: St. John 6:35-40 Worship song: Bread of Heaven   Meditation:      The bread that Jesus offers us cannot be purchased with money, nor is it found in a bakery. No earthly ingredients combined together can make this bread. This bread symbolizes Jesus Christ himself. Speaking to the multitude and his disciples, Jesus boldly identifies himself as the bread of life. He said, I am the living bread which came down from heaven: if any man eat of this bread, he shall live forever; and the bread that I will give is my flesh, which I will give for the life of the world.       Jesus is the bread of life that sustains and nourishes us spiritually. Jesus promised that those who come to him, their spiritual hunger will be satisfied, and their thirsty soul will be quenched. Incline your ear and come unto me, says the Lord; hear, and your soul shall live, and I will make an everlasting covenant with you and show you mercy. Le...

Good morning Scripture reading: St. Luke 11:27-28 Worship song: I Thirst for You   Meditation:      Jesus's profound promise is that those who hear the word of God and keep it will be undeniably blessed. The word comes to us primarily through two profound forms: the divinely inspired written word and the incarnate word, Jesus Christ, whose life, teachings, and ultimate sacrifice are God's personal revelation to humanity. Those who receive Jesus Christ and accept Him as their Lord will be blessed with everlasting life, redeemed by His blood, and saved from God's wrath and judgment.       We are blessed with the word of God, which is rich in wisdom and knowledge, guiding us towards a meaningful life. The word of God empowers us to make choices that honor God and live righteously. It had the power to renew our minds, transform our thoughts, and strengthen our faith. Depart not from the word of God; plant it deep within your heart, for it is...

Good morning Scripture reading: St. Luke 6:27-28 Worship song: The Jesus Way   Meditation:      Jesus emphasizes four crucial principles in his teaching: love, prayer, blessing others, and doing good. Among the most profound teachings of Jesus is the call to love our enemies, do good to those who hate us, bless the ones who curse us, and pray for those who despitefully use us. It is essential that as children of God, we conform to God's teachings. His teachings are geared to edify us and help us establish a relationship with him that demonstrates love for one another. Jesus is reminding us that not everyone will love us, bless us, and do good unto us.       Nevertheless, despite our affliction at the hands of our enemies, we should show love, bless, pray, and do good unto them. Instead of retaliating against those who harm us, we are called to show love, compassion, and kindness to them. We must hold no grudge or resentment against those...

Good morning Scripture reading: 2 Chronicles 33:1-16 Worship Song: No Foreign Gods   Meditation:      One of the things that has characterized humans for centuries is their tendency to worship creatures and false gods rather than their creator. Although many of us are serving God, we have not parted from our idols. We fail to realize that anything that competes with our love for God has become our idol. Anything that we place above God and cherish more than God has become our idol. Serving two masters is a conflict of interest. We cannot serve two masters effectively at the same time.     We will be devoted to one more than the other, or we will love one and despise the other. No deity, real or imagined, is to rival the one true God. Through the lust of our hearts, we worship and serve the creature more than the creator. Today, we have the opportunity to reflect and do a self-examination of where our heart lies. If we are found guilty of erec...

Good morning Scripture reading: Hebrews 11 Praise song: Come This Far by Faith   Meditation:      Faith is the firm belief in something for which there may be no tangible proof. According to biblical teachings, faith means putting your trust and having confidence in God, believing that He will fulfill His promises. In Hebrews 11, the Old Testament patriarch of faith obtained a good report by trusting the promises of God. The moment we accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, our faith journey begins. Faith is fundamental to the Christian life, for without faith we cannot please God.       It is necessary for our spiritual journey that we develop a strong relationship with God by trusting His plans and believing in His promises. Trust the Lord with all your heart and rely not on your own understanding. In all your ways, in everything you do, acknowledge him, and he will direct your paths. By actively exercising faith, you will be able ...

Good morning Scripture reading: 1 Peter 2:1-3 Worship song: My worship   Meditation:      Being spiritually malnourished indicates a deficiency in the essentials our spirit needs for growth and strength. Just as our bodies require adequate nutrition, our spirit man demands sustenance from God to function adequately. When we neglect our spiritual diet, we risk becoming weak, weary, and disconnected from our faith. Spiritual malnourishment can result from inadequate intake of the divine nutrients needed to nourish our spirits. This situation has led to many becoming weaker and weaker in their faith.       Many Christians experience spiritual malnourishment because they neglect prayer, fail to spend time in the word, and do not meditate on God's teachings. A lack in any area of our spiritual life can lead to feelings of hopelessness, decreased faith, and loss of trust. To be spiritually nourished we must commit to daily meditation on the wo...

Good morning Scripture reading: Revelation 3:19-22 Worship song: May I Come In Meditation:      How many times have you knocked at a closed door, expecting an answer or to be welcomed inside? Knocking is not just a polite gesture; it is a respectful and courteous request for entry into someone else private space. Jesus used the gesture of knocking to alert the Laodicean church that their heart was not aligned with his will. The Laodicean church grew lukewarm, caught up in self-righteousness, and vanity effectively shut Jesus out. When Jesus stands outside the door knocking, he is extending an invitation to each of us. He calls us to actively seek him; to open our hearts and receive him so we can experience the fullness of his presence.       By inviting Jesus into our hearts, we open the channel for closer fellowship and a deeper, intimate relationship with him. It is our responsibility to open the door to our hearts and welcome Jesus. He will no...

Good morning Scripture reading: Ephesians 6:1-9 Worship song: Teach Me to Obey Meditation:      The Apostle Paul, in his sixth epistle to the Ephesians, is directed at the household and how believers should live their lives in light of salvation. His message specifically addresses the responsibility within the family structure, urging respect, obedience, and adherence to instructions. Paul highlights the essential role of instilling biblical principles, particularly encouraging fathers to guide their children with love and wisdom.       Children are encouraged to honor and respect their parents, aligning their behavior with godly authority. Children's obedience to parents and servants to their masters should be motivated by the desire to honor God and live by his precepts. Likewise, the master should treat their servant with respect, justice, fairness, and kindness, knowing they have to answer to their heavenly Master. Let your conduct be honor...