YOUR DAILY DOSE OF GOD

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 is the assurance of what we hope for and the conviction of what we do not see. It is trusting and having confidence in God, believing that He will fulfill His promises. In Hebrews 11, the Old Testament patriarch of faith received a good report by trusting God's promises. 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 it is impossible to 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. Faith is an unwavering assurance that motivates resolute action, undeterred by hardship. Abraham believed God's promise and it was count...

Good morning Scripture reading: St. John 6:35-40 Worship song: Bread of Life   Meditation:      The bread that Jesus offers us cannot be purchased with money, nor is it found in a bakery. No earthly ingredients combined can produce this bread. This bread is not a product of earthly means but a divine provision symbolizing 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 partakes 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, sustaining and nourishing 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 ev...

Good morning Scripture Reading: Matthew 18:1-5 Worship Song: Cry For Humility   Meditation: Today, we reflect on a pivotal moment when the disciples questioned who was greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven. Seeking clarity, they approached Jesus. In response, Jesus emphasized that unless one is converted and becomes humble like a little child, he will not enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Jesus used two essential phrases to explain to the disciples the distinction required to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Jesus made it clear that one must be converted and be humble as a little child. Conversion involves a change in thinking and desire, moving away from worldly pursuits and aligning with God's will. And to be humble is to display meekness or modesty in behavior, attitude, or spirit, not arrogance or pride. When we are truly humble, we do not boast about our possessions but rather boast about our relationship with the Lord God. When we are converted, we are no longer conformed to the thi...

Good morning Scripture reading: Ephesians 6:10-18 Praise song: Stand   Meditation: Those who commit to following Jesus Christ should anticipate ongoing opposition and spiritual attacks, as a believer will never be entirely free from the enemy's interference during their time in this life. The enemy knows you have a good future with God, but he tries to make you focus on current problems to make you afraid. When you are focused on the bad, you can't see the good things God has planned. The enemy wants you to dwell on negative circumstances to prevent you from seeing and trusting God's blessings.       To overcome fear, you must deliberately choose to focus on God's promises instead of the problems. Do not succumb to the enemy's plans. Stand firm, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; and your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace. Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye ...

Good morning Scripture Reading: Proverbs 4:14-19 Worship Song: Lord, I need you   Meditation:      A pothole is a depression in an asphalt pavement that varies in size and shape. If these cracks in the concrete are ignored, they may develop into bigger gaps, endangering the lives of pedestrians and motorists. Sin is like potholes: what seems like a little sin will eventually turn into habitual sin, until it reaches the point where we can no longer control what we do or say. If we do not avoid sin, we will soon find ourselves on the bumpy, rugged road, facing potential dangers. The temptation that leads to sin is often undetected because it is appealing and enticing.       The little sins we commit damage our minds and will eventually have serious implications for our spiritual well-being. We can only avoid sin and the desire to sin if we choose to follow the path that leads to righteousness. All the help we need to overcome trials a...

Good morning Scripture reading: Galatians 5: 22-23 Worship Song: God Is Good   Meditation:      Doing good demonstrates our love, compassion, and kindness. Goodness is one of the essential fruits of the spirit recorded in Galatians 5, which every child of God should seek to obtain. Goodness results in a life characterized by deeds motivated by righteousness and holiness. Doing good demonstrates virtue and a desire to bless others; but salvation itself is a gift from God received through faith, not earned by our actions, which removes any grounds for boasting. Whatsoever we do, we should do it heartily as unto the Lord and not unto men, knowing that of the Lord we shall receive the reward of the inheritance for serving the Lord.       Though we are not saved by goodness, God expects us to do good to others, so let us not be weary in well-doing, for in due time we shall reap if we do not faint. While we have the opportunity, let us do...

Good morning. Scripture reading: Luke 1:26-38 Worship Song: He Is Able   Meditation:      We often respond to life's challenges with immediate worry and fear, instead of trusting in divine deliverance, despite our faith that our all-powerful God is in control. When fear and doubt occur, remember that we serve a God who calms the stormy wind, helps the Israelites cross the Red Sea on dry ground, delivers them from captivity, opens the wombs of the barren, allows the elderly to conceive, causes a virgin to become pregnant, and performs wondrous miracles. The impossible for humans is possible for God.       God told Jeremiah, 'Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh; is there anything too hard for me?' The same phrasing was used in Genesis 18:14 when the Lord appeared to Sarah and Abraham. This message is a reassurance to believers that God is all-powerful and capable of overcoming any difficulty. "Is there a problem you think too diffi...

Good morning Scripture reading: Romans 6:11-23 Worship song: Grace Greater Than Our Sin   Meditation:      At the beginning of the chapter, the Apostle Paul refuted the misconception that salvation is by grace through faith. Based on his rebuttal, it is clear that the saints were disputing about sin, salvation, law, and grace. Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? God forbid. Although the grace of God abounds with those who yield to righteousness, and his grace is greater than all our sins, we should not remain as servants to sin. Just as one person's disobedience made many people sinners, one person's obedience made many people righteous. When we were controlled by sin, we were not free to pursue righteousness; however, by becoming servants of God, we are now freed from sin's control.       Should the believers who wholeheartedly accepted the doctrine that was delivered to us continue to yield to ungodliness? Should sin have ...