1 Samuel 15:22And Samuel said, Hath the LORD as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams.Thought:God calls us to simple obedience rather than grand gestures. This means that He delights not in elaborate displays of devotion or in achievements designed to impress others, but in...  Read More

Hebrews 10:25Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.Thought:Being present is a powerful force that can change things in many areas of life. When we’re at church, being present lets us connect deeply with others, share in worship together, and grow spiritually. Similarly, when we’re...  Read More

Matthew 28:20Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.Thought:Discipleship is like a lifelong adventure, where we grow and learn all the time. It’s not just about teaching others what we know; it’s about helping them change their lives in a big way through Christ’s teachings. As disciples, we’re here to guide ...  Read More

Galatians 3:27For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ."Thought:Baptism is a deeply meaningful and important act that goes beyond just a routine. It’s a strong symbol of how much we’re connected and part of Jesus Christ. In this symbolic ceremony, we openly show our loyalty and belonging to Him and His church, which is a community of believers who share the same fait...  Read More

Matthew 28:19Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.Thought:Often, we may think that "going" is the command Jesus gave us in the Great Commission, but the true directive is to "make disciples." This command invites us to see the world as an open field for teaching and sharing Christ's love. While traveling to distant ...  Read More

Genesis 22:13And Abraham lifted up his eyes, and looked, and behold behind him a ram caught in a thicket by his horns...Thought: Abraham’s willingness to obey God’s confusing instructions regarding Isaac reveals complete trust in God’s promises. The ram being provided as a substitute for Isaac shows God’s foresight and faithfulness even in situations that challenge our understanding. Through this ...  Read More

Genesis 18:22-2322 And the men turned their faces from thence, and went toward Sodom: but Abraham stood yet before the LORD. 23 And Abraham drew near, and said, Wilt thou also destroy the righteous with the wicked?Thought: Abraham’s conversation with God about Sodom really shows how important and powerful intercessory prayer can be. He was so proactive in praying for Lot’s safety, which shows he c...  Read More

Genesis 18:1-31 And the LORD appeared unto him in the plains of Mamre: and he sat in the tent door in the heat of the day; 2 And he lift up his eyes and looked, and, lo, three men stood by him: and when he saw them, he ran to meet them from the tent door, and bowed himself toward the ground, 3 And said, My Lord, if now I have found favour in thy sight, pass not away, I pray thee, from thy servant:...  Read More

Genesis 13:10And Lot lifted up his eyes, and beheld all the plain of Jordan, that it was well watered everywhere... like the land of Egypt, as thou comest unto Zoar.Thought: Lot's choice to settle near Sodom illustrates a crucial lesson on the problems of relying solely on what is immediately visible or appealing. This inclination can lead us to temptation or sinful conditions, drawing us away fro...  Read More

Psalms 121:1-2I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.Thought: The hills surrounding Jerusalem might have been the sites of idol worship or places of high places under siege during Hezekiah's time. The psalmist poses a question to reflect on, causing us to consider where our true help comes from amidst life's ch...  Read More

Galatians 5:1Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.Thought:Freedom is truly found when we release what binds us to our past. In parts of India, Africa, and Southeast Asia, hunters once used a simple trap to capture monkeys alive. A gourd, clay pot, or coconut shell was tied to a tree and filled with nuts or rice,...  Read More

Philippians 2:13For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.Thought:God’s grace is the spark that starts and keeps our faith journey going. He brings salvation, but as believers, we need to be ready to jump in and respond to what He’s doing inside us. When we accept His way of making us holy, we’re joining in on His plan for our lives. It takes being open and wil...  Read More

Hebrews 12:1Let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us.Thought:Just as we pack things unnecessarily for trips or vacations sometimes, we often carry burdens we don’t need in the same manner. These weights; old lifestyles, habits, and sins, slow down our spiritual progress. Evaluate what you’re carrying in yo...  Read More

Romans 12:2And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.Thought:Sanctification is a lifelong journey where we strive to be transform and have our lives reflect God's holiness. The old habits and comforts of our past may continuously tempt us, but God calls us to renew our minds ...  Read More

Colossians 3:1-2If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.Thought:As believers, we are called to set our eyes on Christ rather than worldly desires. Just as the Israelites were freed from Egypt but still longed for its comforts, we too may find ourselves attached ...  Read More

Ephesians 4:22-24That ye put off concerning the former conversation the old man, which is corrupt according to the deceitful lusts; and be renewed in the spirit of your mind; And that ye put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness.Thoughts:Repentance is a profound and ongoing process that involves a significant change in our behavior and mindset. It means ackn...  Read More

Genesis 35:6-7So Jacob came to Luz, which is in the land of Canaan, that is, Bethel, he and all the people that were with him. And he built there an altar, and called the place Elbethel: because there God appeared unto him, when he fled from the face of his brother.Thoughts:Upon returning to Bethel, Jacob took the significant step of rebuilding the altar, which served as a powerful testimony of Go...  Read More

1 John 1:7But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.Thoughts:True repentance is a profound process that extends beyond merely confessing our wrongdoings; it requires a thorough cleansing of our hearts from all unrighteousness. This transformation is shown by Jacob’s instruction to his hou...  Read More

Genesis 34:30And Jacob said to Simeon and Levi, Ye have troubled me to make me to stink among the inhabitants of the land, among the Canaanites and the Perizzites: and I being few in number, they shall gather themselves together against me, and slay me; and I shall be destroyed, I and my house.Thoughts:Jacob’s silence and his inability to guide his family towards a righteous path resulted in signi...  Read More

Genesis 35:1And God said unto Jacob, Arise, go up to Bethel, and dwell there: and make there an altar unto God, that appeared unto thee when thou fleddest from the face of Esau thy brother.Thoughts:Reflect on the significant moments in life when God calls us back to our origins, to the places where we first encountered His presence and felt His divine touch. Just as Jacob’s journey took him far fr...  Read More

Ephesians 6:18  Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints.Thought:Prayer is our lifeline to God, helping us build strong spiritual walls. When we pray often, we stay in tune with God’s will, making sure our actions and choices align with His guidance. Plus, prayer acts as a protective shield against t...  Read More

Hebrews 11:1Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.Thought:Faith isn't a mere presumption but confident assurance in God's promises. It allows us to stand firm in our trials, by viewing God’s promises as reality rather than relying on visible confirmations. Faith serves as protection, guarding us against the enemy's fiery darts and helping us to live as tho...  Read More

Ephesians 6:13-17  Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.Stand therefore, 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 shall be able to quench all th...  Read More

1 Peter 5:8  Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.Thought:We often underestimate our enemy, Satan, forgetting that he is a cunning adversary. While he may present himself as an ordinary threat, his ultimate goal is to devour and destroy us spiritually. Recognizing him as a slanderer and deceiver helps us to be vigilant ...  Read More