AMW Church

28/08/2026

READ the BIBLE
"31 Let all bitterness, anger and wrath, shouting and slander be removed from you, along with all malice. 32 And be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ." - Ephesians 4:31-32 CSB

RECEIVE the BREAD
The Christian life is not only revealed in our worship but also in the way we treat one another. In Ephesians 4, Paul reminds believers that those who have been made new in Christ must put away the sinful attitudes of the old life and display the grace of the new life.

Our relationships should reflect the forgiveness and love we have received from Christ. Because God has transformed our hearts through the gospel, we are called to extend that same grace to others. From Ephesians 4:31–32, we see two marks of a Christ-centered relationship:

1. REMOVE Resentful Responses Completely
The REJECTION of God’s People (v. 31)

Paul commands believers to remove attitudes that destroy unity and damage relationships. Bitterness, anger, and resentment do not reflect the character of Christ but reveal the remaining influence of sin in our hearts.

As redeemed people, we are called to reject the patterns of the old self and allow the Spirit to transform our attitudes. Examine your heart and surrender bitterness, anger, and unforgiveness to Christ. Seek reconciliation and allow His grace to shape your responses toward others.

2. REFLECT Redeeming Relationships Compassionately
The REFLECTION of God’s People (v. 32)

Paul does not only tell believers what to remove but also what to replace it with. God’s people are called to show kindness, compassion, and forgiveness because they have experienced God’s mercy.

Our forgiveness of others is not the basis of God’s forgiveness toward us, but the evidence that His grace has changed us. Practice Christlike kindness and forgiveness in your relationships. Let the grace you have received from Christ become the grace you give to others.

Reflection Question
Do our words and actions reflect the forgiveness of Christ, or are we still holding on to bitterness and resentment?

Conclusion
Ephesians 4:31–32 reminds us that the gospel transforms not only our relationship with God but also our relationships with others. Christ has forgiven us and calls us to live as people marked by His grace.

Therefore, let us remove resentful responses completely and reflect redeeming relationships compassionately, showing the world the transforming power of Christ’s forgiveness.

Daily Verse, Devotionals, Study Bibles and Commentaries

27/08/2026

READ the BIBLE
"The heavens were made by the word of the LORD, and all the stars by the breath of His mouth." - Psalm 33:6 CSB

RECEIVE the BREAD
Psalm 33 calls God’s people to praise Him because He is sovereign and powerful. Verse 6 reminds us that creation itself came into existence through God’s Word. The God who created everything by His command is the same God who sustains and directs His people today.

From this verse, we see two truths about our powerful God:

1. RECOGNIZE God’s Power Through His Word
The Power of God’s Word (v. 6a)

This verse reads, “the heavens were made by the word of the LORD…” God created the heavens simply by speaking. His Word carries perfect authority and power. What God commands, He accomplishes.

This reminds us that our confidence rests not in human strength but in the sovereign Creator who rules over all things. Christ is the eternal Word through whom all things were created. The same Christ who created the heavens came into the world to accomplish our salvation through His life, death, and resurrection.

2. REST in God’s Purpose Through His Spirit
The Presence of God’s Spirit (v. 6b)

The verse continues, “…and all the stars by the breath of His mouth.” The vastness and order of creation display God’s wisdom and authority. Nothing exists outside His sovereign purpose. Therefore, His people can trust Him even when they cannot understand their circumstances.

Through Christ, we belong to the Creator and Redeemer. The God who sovereignly created us also faithfully preserves His people and works all things according to His good purpose.

Reflection Question
Are we trusting the powerful Word of God and resting in His sovereign purpose, especially when we cannot see what He is doing?

Conclusion
Psalm 33:6 calls us to stand in awe of the God whose Word created the heavens and whose power sustains His creation. Our greatest confidence is found in Christ, the eternal Word through whom all things were made and through whom our salvation is secured.

Therefore, let us recognize God’s power through His Word and rest in God’s purpose through His Spirit, trusting our sovereign Creator and Redeemer in every season.

Daily Verse, Devotionals, Study Bibles and Commentaries

26/08/2026

READ the BIBLE
"Then the righteous will shine like the sun in their Father's kingdom. Let anyone who has ears listen." - Matthew 13:43 CSB

RECEIVE the BREAD
In the parable of the weeds, Jesus reveals that God’s kingdom will ultimately triumph over evil. Though His people may experience struggles, suffering, and opposition in this present world, Christ assures us that a day is coming when God will fully reveal His glory and honor those who belong to Him.

The hope of believers is not found in present circumstances but in the promise of Christ’s coming kingdom. Because we are united with Christ, we look forward to the day when His righteousness will be fully displayed in us. From Matthew 13:43, we see two blessings of God’s redeemed people:

1. REST in God’s Promise Faithfully
The CONFIDENCE of God’s Children (v. 43a)

Jesus assures His followers that God knows and preserves His righteous people. Their righteousness is not earned through human effort, but received through God’s grace. Those who belong to Christ will one day share in His glory.

The world may overlook or reject God’s people today, but Christ promises that their future is secure in His kingdom. Trust God’s promise even when faithfulness is difficult. Continue following Christ, knowing that He sees your faithfulness and will fulfill His promises.

2. REFLECT God’s Glory Faithfully
The CALLING of God’s Children (v. 43b)

The future glory promised by Christ should shape how we live today. Those who belong to God’s kingdom are called to reflect His character and display His light in a dark world.

Our hope of future glory is not an excuse for inactivity, but a motivation for faithful living. Because Christ has called us His own, we are to shine for His glory now. Live as citizens of God’s kingdom. Let your words, actions, and character point others to Christ and demonstrate the hope we have in Him.

Reflection Question
Are we living with confidence in Christ’s promised glory and reflecting His kingdom’s values in our daily lives?

Conclusion
Matthew 13:43 reminds us that the future of God’s people is secure in Christ. The righteous will one day shine because God’s grace has transformed them and Christ’s victory has been accomplished.

Therefore, let us rest in God’s promise faithfully and reflect God’s glory faithfully, living each day with the hope of Christ’s coming kingdom.

Daily Verse, Devotionals, Study Bibles and Commentaries

25/08/2026

READ the BIBLE
"Hope delayed makes the heart sick, but desire fulfilled is a tree of life." - Proverbs 13:12 CSB

RECEIVE the BREAD
Proverbs 13:12 speaks to a reality every person experiences—the pain of waiting and the joy of fulfillment. Delayed hopes can bring discouragement, disappointment, and weariness, but God’s Word reminds us that true hope is not found in immediate answers or temporary circumstances. It is found in the faithful promises of God.

For believers, our ultimate hope is secured in Christ. Because Jesus has fulfilled God’s greatest promise of salvation, we can trust Him even when we are waiting for His purposes to unfold. From this passage, we see two marks of a Christ-centered hope:

1. WAIT on God’s Timing Patiently
The STRUGGLE of God’s People (v. 12a)

The wisdom of Proverbs acknowledges that waiting can be difficult. When our desires are delayed, our hearts can become discouraged and weary. Yet God uses seasons of waiting to deepen our faith and teach us to depend on Him.

Our delays are never wasted in God’s hands. Even when we do not understand His timing, we can trust that He remains faithful and works according to His perfect plan. When prayers seem unanswered, and hopes seem delayed, continue trusting God. Let His promises strengthen your heart and remind you that His timing is always wise and good.

2. WELCOME God’s Blessing Joyfully
The SATISFACTION of God’s People (v. 12b)

Proverbs describes fulfilled hope as a source of renewed joy and life. God’s blessings bring satisfaction because they come from His gracious hand. However, the greatest fulfillment is not found merely in receiving what we desire, but in knowing and enjoying Christ Himself.

Jesus is the true Tree of Life, who gives eternal hope, lasting joy, and complete satisfaction to all who trust in Him. Find your deepest satisfaction in Christ. Celebrate God’s blessings, but above all, treasure the One who gives every good gift.

Reflection Question
Are we becoming discouraged by delayed hopes, or are we learning to trust God’s perfect timing and promises in Christ?

Conclusion
Proverbs 13:12 reminds us that waiting can be difficult, but God’s promises are always certain. Our hope is not anchored in circumstances, but in Christ—the One who never fails His people.

Therefore, let us continually wait on God’s timing patiently and welcome God’s blessings joyfully, trusting that His plans lead us to true and lasting hope.

Daily Verse, Devotionals, Study Bibles and Commentaries

24/08/2026

Double birthday blessings to our dear young people! 🎉❤️ Ansherina Milagroso Kim Haydee Roces

Today, we celebrate not only another year of your lives but also God’s grace and faithfulness that have carried you this far. Our love and prayers go with you as part of our church family.

May the Lord continue to mold your hearts, deepen your faith, and guide your dreams according to His perfect will.

Happy Birthday! May God richly bless you both! 🌷

24/08/2026

Pagadduan Siblings w/ Kuya John Paul for Salt and Light Action Song

23/08/2026

READ the BIBLE
Jesus said to him, "'If you can?' Everything is possible for the one who believes." - Mark 9:23 CSB

RECEIVE the BREAD
In Mark 9, a desperate father brings his suffering son to Jesus, recognizing that only Christ has the power to help. His request reveals both his faith and his weakness, showing us that true faith does not depend on the strength of the believer, but on the greatness of the Savior.

Jesus’ words, “Everything is possible for the one who believes,” do not mean that faith itself is a power that grants every desire. Rather, they point us to the power of Christ, who can accomplish what is impossible according to His perfect will and purpose. From this passage, we see two marks of Christ-centered faith:

1. RECOGNIZE Christ’s Power Completely
The CONFIDENCE of God’s People (v. 23a)

Jesus reminds us that nothing is beyond His authority. The father came with a desperate need, but he came to the right Person—the One who has power over sickness, suffering, sin, and death.

Faith begins by recognizing that Christ is greater than every circumstance we face. Our hope is not in our own ability to believe, but in the unlimited power and faithfulness of Jesus. So, bring your struggles, fears, and impossible situations to Christ. Trust that His power is greater than your circumstances and that His plans are always good.

2. REST in Christ’s Promise Confidently
The COMMITMENT of God’s People (v. 23b)

Faith means trusting Christ even when we do not understand His ways. The believer’s confidence is not based on receiving everything we ask for, but on knowing that Christ is faithful and sufficient.

Like the father who cried, “I believe; help my unbelief!” (Mark 9:24), we can come to Jesus with both faith and weakness, trusting Him to strengthen us. Continue trusting Christ in every season. When your faith feels weak, bring your doubts and struggles to Him, knowing that He remains faithful.

Reflection Question
Are we trusting in the strength of our faith, or are we resting in the power and faithfulness of Christ?

Conclusion
Mark 9:23 reminds us that faith is not about believing in a powerful idea, but about trusting in a powerful Savior. Christ is able to do what we cannot, and He faithfully carries His people through every circumstance.

Therefore, let us continually recognize Christ’s power completely and rest in Christ’s promise confidently, knowing that all things are possible according to His perfect will and purpose.

Daily Verse, Devotionals, Study Bibles and Commentaries

23/08/2026

23/08/2026

AMW Gentri Special Sunday @ 15th Anniversary
Feat.: Accountability Ministry, Baptism and Confirmation