Category: God’s Love

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My People Are Destroyed for Lack of Knowledge 

God’s people are not destroyed because they do not have opinions, talent, money, or access to information. Many are destroyed because they lack true knowledge, real understanding, and the ability to recognize spiritual deception. Hosea 4:6 says, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge.” That verse is a serious reminder that when people do not know God’s truth, or…

The Easy Yoke: What Jesus Really Means

“Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and you shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” MATTHEW 11:29–30 “His commands are not burdensome.” 1 JOHN 5:3, NIV Proverbs 13:15 tells us that it is the way of the transgressor that is…

The Light Still Shines

John 1:5 (KJV): “And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.” “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness cannot comprehend it.” This simply means that no matter how dark life gets, God’s light is still stronger. Think about walking into a dark room and turning on a small lamp. The darkness does not argue…

So Walk in Him: Living by Faith in Christ Daily

“So walk in Him” — trusting the grace that saved you to carry you every day This phrase means that the same faith that brought us to Jesus is the faith that carries us forward. We received Christ by trusting him, and we continue with him by trusting him day by day. Scripture focus: “As you therefore have received Christ…

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God Put You in Christ: A Devotional on Grace, Salvation, and Union with Jesus

Scripture focus: “Of God are ye in Christ Jesus.” — 1 Corinthians 1:30“My Father is the husbandman.” — John 15:1 Sometimes we think our relationship with Jesus depends mostly on how strong we are, how well we pray, or how hard we try. But the Bible gives us a better starting point. It says that we are in Christ because…

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Embracing Discipleship: The Call to Take Up Your Cross

Jesus said, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me” (Matthew 16:24). That is a serious invitation. Jesus is not forcing anyone to follow Him. He says, “Whoever wants to.” In other words, the door is open, but the choice is ours. The question is not only, “Do I believe in…

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The Power of Knowing God: Finding Purpose, Peace, and Transformation

You cannot truly know God and stay the same. The more you seek Him, the more He changes your heart, renews your mind, and leads you into the life He created you to live.  Many years ago, I began my Christian journey with a deep desire to know God and obey Him, no matter the cost. It was not easy.…

God Is Love: A Plain-Language Message on Faith, Fairness, and Diversity  

When the Bible says, “God is love,” it means love is not just something God shows when life is easy or when we get everything right. Love is who God is. His love reaches for us when we are broken, tired, ashamed, misunderstood, or hurting. It is patient, kind, forgiving, and full of mercy. The greatest example of that love…

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God’s Guidance for How to Treat Immigrants

In plain language, the Bible is very clear: people who come from another country are still people made in the image of God (Genesis 1:27). They should not be hated, abused, hunted, or treated like they have no worth. No one should be shot dead simply for seeking safety, work, shelter, or a better life. God told His people not…