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Jesus warned His followers that the world would not be a welcoming place. “If you belonged to the world, it would love y...
06/09/2026

Jesus warned His followers that the world would not be a welcoming place. “If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you” (John 15:19). In his letters, Peter gives a similar warning: Followers of Jesus will be “foreigners and exiles” (v. 11).

Peter addresses his audience in two important ways. First, he calls them “dear friends,” this is more literally, “beloved” (v. 11). They are like family. He then calls them “foreigners and exiles” (v. 11). These believers were to think of themselves as immigrants, people who do not reside in their native country. Now, it is likely that most of Peter’s audience was composed of Jewish Christians, who were literally exiles from the land of Israel. But Peter is making a deeper point. They were not to live as if their current city or country was where they really belonged. They have an “inheritance…kept in heaven for you” (1:4).

This reminder that we belong fully to Jesus and His kingdom leads us to live differently within this world. Just as Peter’s readers were not to get their standards of behavior from the nations around them, we are to live as citizens of heaven. Our primary allegiance is not to this world, but the one to come.

We are called to live holy lives, not so we will stay out of trouble in fear. Rather, we should live well so that the world around us “may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits us” (v. 12). Our obedience to the Lord Jesus is missional. People should be able to look at the church, see our good deeds, and be pointed to Christ.

06/07/2026

Our Lord teaches that moral progress must start from a point of moral innocence, and is consequently only possible to a man when he has been born again. To become "as little children" means to receive a new heredity, a totally new nature, the essence of which is simplicity and confidence toward God. To develop the moral life, innocence must be transformed into virtue by a series of deliberate choices in which present pleasure is sacrificed for the ultimate joy of being good. Simply stated, we need to stop doing what "feels" good and living in the here and now. We need to realize that our ultimate joy comes from doing the right thing.
The natural has to be transformed into the spiritual by willing obedience to the word and will of God.

Today I challenge you to ask yourself: "What present pleasures do I need to sacrifice for the sake of ultimate joy?"
"What deliberate choices do I need to make to transform my natural inclinations into spiritual innocence?"
"What excesses do I use to cover up my lack of joy?
When you ponder your answers be brutal and completely with yourself. No holding back!

People noisy in words are not always turbulent in spirit; excessively quiet people who have nothing to express in shouting, may be joyous in heart. Outward appearances came deceive but God knows your heart.

Deuteronomy 30:19 NIV
This day I call the heavens and the earth as witnesses against you that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life, so that you and your children may live

06/03/2026

The people who have plenty of time for you are those who have been through suffering, but now seem full of joy. Oh, how I have found this to be true! If a man has not been through suffering he will snub you unless you share his interests, he is no more concerned about you than the desert sand; but those who have been through things are not now taken up with their own sorrows, they are being made broken bread and poured-out wine for others. You can always be sure of the man who has been through suffering, but never of the man who has not.

ASK YOURSELF THIS:
Am I willing to forgo every other interest to identify myself with Jesus Christ's interests in other people?
What sorrow have I experienced that has prepared me to spread the joyous joyous news " that we may be perfect in Christ Jesus"?

The joy of God remained with Jesus, and He said, “I want My joy to be in you." The wonder of communion is that I know and believe that Jesus Christ has redeemed the world; my part is to get men to realize it and then devote themselves to Jesus,

06/02/2026

PUT GOD FIRST

"Jesus did not commit Himself to them... for He knew what was in man" (John 2:24-25).

Put trust in God First. Our Lord never put His trust in any person, Yet He was never suspicious, never bitter, and never lost hope for anyone, because He put His trust in God first. He trusted absolutely in what God's grace could do for others. If I put my trust in human beings first, the end result will be my despair and hopelessness toward everyone. I will become bitter because I have insisted that people be what no person can ever be-absolutely perfect and right. Never trust anything in yourself or in anyone else, except the grace of God.

Put God's Will First. "Behold, I have come to do Your will, O God" (Hebrews 10:9).

A person's obedience is to what he sees to be a need our Lord's obedience was to the will of His Father. The rallying cry today is, "We must get to work! The heathen are dying without God. We must go and tell them about Him." But we must first make sure that God's "needs" and His will in us personally are being met. Jesus said, ". tarry... until you are endued with power from on high" (Luke 24:49). The purpose of Our Christian training is to get us into the right relationship to the "needs" of God and His will. Once God's "needs" in us have been met, He will open the way for us to accomplish His will, meeting His "needs" elsewhere. Put God's Son First. "Whoever receives one little child like this in My name receives Me" (Matthew 18:5). God came as a baby, giving and entrusting Himself- to me. He expects my personal life to be a "Bethlehem." Am I allowing my natural life to be slowly transformed by the indwelling life of the Son of God? God's ultimate purpose is that His Son might be seen in me.

05/31/2026

There was a darkness over all the earth. - Luke 23:44

He died in darkness so that, when we walk through the valley of the shadow of death, the light of His glory will shine upon us. For Christians, death has no sting, because Jesus drained the curse from it.

Mrs. Browning beautifully describes the effect of Christ’s death on two angels who lingered behind the hosts of heaven gathered at the cross. One angel is troubled by the thought that humans now have more reason to love God than even the angels do.

“Oh! Not with this blood on us – and this face,
Still, haply, pale with sorrow that it bore
In our behalf, and tender evermore
With nature all our own, upon us gazing –
Nor yet with these forgiving hands upraising
Their un-reproachful wounds, alone to bless!
Alas, Creator! shall we love Thee less
Than mortals shall?”

05/30/2026

It was in my mind to build an house: ... but the word of the Lord came to me, saying... Thou shalt not build. - 1 Chr 22:7-8

Many people do preparatory work. A man might go to a new land, clear a patch of ground, and build a simple log cabin. His son comes after him, and on that same land, now rich and fertile, he builds a grand house. The father’s work was just as important as the son’s, even though it looked less impressive.

Similarly, some workers dig the foundation for a large building. For weeks, they labor underground. Then, others come and build the beautiful structure on top. The foundation is buried and unseen, but who can say it’s less important than the building above?

The same is true in Christian work. One person prepares the way, another delivers the message that brings salvation. God gives each person their part to do, and if we do our own work faithfully, that’s all He asks. He blesses our intentions, even if others complete the work we have started.

05/29/2026

And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you." (Luke 11:9)

Jesus encourages His followers in this verse to be persistent in prayer. He invites Christians to ask, seek, and knock because He cares about our lives. It’s not about getting things that we want; it’s about developing a relationship with God, trusting that He will provide in His perfect way and timing.

Jesus uses the example of a friend who continues to ask for help until they receive it. Likewise, God values the persistence and faith of His children. He wants us to bring our prayer requests to Him, believing that He will hear and respond according to His wisdom and love.

Is there something that you have been praying for but have not seen answered yet? God wants you to keep praying and to keep trusting. The answer may take time, or may come in a way we do not expect, but don’t give up! Ask, seek, and knock, knowing that He is a loving Father who cares deeply for you.

05/28/2026

And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things: But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.” (Luke 10:41-42)

Jesus visits the home of Martha and Mary. Martha is busy serving and making sure everything is perfect for her guest; while Mary sits at Jesus’ feet and listens to His words. Martha becomes frustrated, feeling that Mary should be helping her, but Jesus reminds Martha that, even though her intentions are good, she is distracted by her tasks. Mary, by contrast, has chosen what is “needful”—being in Jesus’ presence and hearing His teaching.

This story challenges us as Christians to consider our own priorities. Like Martha, we can become so focused on responsibilities and tasks that we miss the opportunity to simply be with Jesus. Service is important, but Jesus emphasizes that spending time with Him is even more essential. When we choose the “good part”—time in His presence—it strengthens and refreshes us, allowing us to serve with joy and purpose.

Are there things in your life keeping you too busy to spend time with Jesus? Take a moment today to pause, put aside distractions, and focus on the “one thing” that truly matters: growing closer to Him.

How can you prioritize time with Jesus in your daily life? He is always ready to welcome you, offering peace, wisdom, and rest.

05/26/2026

Proverbs 23:17-18 NIV
Do not let your heart envy sinners, but always be zealous for the fear of the Lord. There is surely a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.

As I read this passage, I am reminded of what I should do and what God will do.

Sometimes I fall into the "woe is me" syndrome. You know what I'm talking about. The times when you look at others and say to yourself, "Lord, I have done what you have asked. I've repented of my wrongs to you and others. I read your word daily and pray. I do my best to put you first in all that I do. Why do I seem to be stuck in a quadmire while those who do the opposite (sinners) seem to be on a smooth paved highway?"

I am reminded that I am in it for the long game, not the 'here and now' that most people chase. I have a future hope and it will not be cut off. My fellow believers, don't let Satan put your focus on the here and now.

You have a future hope, I have a future hope. Remind yourself of that future hope. Concentrate on you and your relationship with God, not what others do. Your future hope may not be seen in this life, but it will in the next. REMEMBER THAT...

05/23/2026

Loving those who love us is easy; but what about others who hurt us, criticize us, or treat us unfairly?

Jesus challenges believers to live differently by loving their enemies and praying for those who persecute them. This idea goes against what the world teaches us.

Is there someone in your life who is hard to love? Maybe they have hurt you or have betrayed your trust. As Christians, Christ calls us to love those people anyway and to pray for them. This kind of love reflects God’s grace and mercy.

Who do you need to pray for today, asking God to help you love them just as He does? How can you respond to difficult situations with Christ’s love even when it’s hard?uke 6:27-28, 31 NIV
“But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
Do to others as you would have them do to you.

Luke 6:27-28, 31 NIV
“But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
Do to others as you would have them do to you.

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