St. Paul AME Church - Portsmouth

09/14/2026

🌅 MORNING MOTIVATION | LIVE AS GOD’S TREASURED POSSESSION 💜

📖 Key Verse — Deuteronomy 7:6 (NIV)
“For you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD your God has chosen you out of all the peoples on the face of the earth to be his people, his treasured possession.”

✨ Morning Thought:
Before you face today’s responsibilities, remember this: you are treasured by God. Your value isn’t determined by your circumstances, accomplishments, or the opinions of others. Walk into today knowing you are chosen, loved, and called to reflect God’s goodness wherever you go. 🙏🏽💛

🙏🏽 Morning Prayer:
Lord, thank You for choosing me and calling me Your treasured possession. Help me live today with confidence, humility, love, and purpose. Let my words and actions reflect Your grace. In Jesus’ name, Amen. 🙏🏽

💬 Your Turn:
What is one way you will remind yourself today that you are God’s treasured possession?

09/14/2026

🌙 EVENING REFLECTION: REMEMBER WHAT GOD HAS DONE ✨

📖 Key Verse — Joshua 4:24 (NIV)
“He did this so that all the peoples of the earth might know that the hand of the Lord is powerful.”

💭 Reflection
As this day comes to a close, take a quiet moment to remember the places God has brought you through. The same powerful hand that carried you yesterday is still holding you tonight. You can rest knowing that God is faithful—even when the path ahead is unclear. 🙏🏾

🕊️ Closing Prayer
Lord, thank You for carrying me through this day. Quiet my heart, renew my strength, and remind me of Your faithfulness. Help me rest tonight knowing that Your hand is upon me. In Jesus’ name, Amen. ❤️

09/13/2026

09/13/2026

🌙 EVENING REFLECTION | REMEMBER JESUS’ SAVING WORK ✝️

📖 Key Verse — 1 Corinthians 11:24 (NIV)
“...‘This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.’”

💛 Reflection
As this day comes to a close, pause and remember the love Jesus demonstrated through His sacrifice. Whatever today brought—joy, disappointment, weariness, or uncertainty—you can rest knowing His grace is still holding you. The cross reminds us that we are never beyond the reach of His love.

🙏🏾 Evening Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank You for Your sacrifice and saving grace. Quiet our hearts tonight, renew our strength, and help us rest peacefully in Your love. May we awaken tomorrow with grateful hearts. Amen. 🌿

09/12/2026

💛 SEPTEMBER IS CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH! 💛

Every child deserves the chance to grow, dream, and thrive. This month, St. Paul A.M.E. Church stands with children battling cancer, their families, caregivers, and survivors. 🎗️

Let’s raise awareness, support research, recognize the warning signs, pray with purpose, and bring hope to families walking this difficult journey. Together, we can make a difference!

💛 Donate. 💛 Volunteer. 💛 Share. 💛 Pray.

09/12/2026

🌅 MORNING MOTIVATION | REMEMBER JESUS’ SAVING WORK ✝️

📖 Key Verse — 1 Corinthians 11:24 (NIV)
“...‘This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.’”

💛 Morning Thought
In the busyness of life, it’s easy to focus on what’s going wrong and forget what Jesus has already done. Today, pause and remember His sacrifice, His grace, and His saving work—because the cross is a reminder that God’s love for you is greater than anything you face.

🙏🏾 Morning Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank You for giving Your life for us and making a way through Your saving grace. Help us to remember Your sacrifice today, walk in gratitude, and trust You with whatever lies ahead. Let Your love guide our words, choices, and actions. In Jesus’ name, Amen. 🙏🏾

💬 Your Turn:
What is one thing Jesus has done for you that you never want to forget? ❤️

09/12/2026

🌙 EVENING REFLECTION: REMEMBER GOD’S MIGHTY DEEDS 🙏🏽

📖 Key Verse:
“I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago.” — Psalm 77:11 (NIV)

As this day comes to a close, pause and remember God’s faithfulness. Even when the path was difficult, He was present, making a way, giving strength, and carrying you through. Let His mighty deeds quiet your heart tonight. ✨

🙏🏽 Closing Prayer:
Lord, thank You for every blessing, every answered prayer, and every moment You carried me today. Help me rest peacefully in the assurance that You are still faithful and always near. Give me sweet rest and renewed strength for tomorrow. In Jesus’ name, Amen. ❤️

09/11/2026

St. Paul A.M.E. Church Portsmouth invites you to a powerful Lay Witness Sunday Worship Service as we gather in faith, service, and expectation!

✨ Theme: “A Call to Serve and Transformation”
📖 Scripture: Romans 12:1–2
🎤 Speaker: Portsmouth Councilwoman Yolanda Thomas
📅 Sunday, October 11, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 2400 Chestnut Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704

God is calling us beyond simply believing—to serve, surrender, grow, and be transformed! Come worship with us as we answer the call to make a difference in our church, our community, and our world. 🙏🏾

Bring your family. Bring a friend. Bring your faith!
💙💛 All Are Welcome!

09/11/2026

🌅 MORNING MOTIVATION: REMEMBER GOD’S MIGHTY DEEDS 🙏🏽

📖 “I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago.” — Psalm 77:11 (NIV)

When life feels uncertain, take a moment to remember what God has already done. The same God who carried you through yesterday is still faithful today—so let your memories of His goodness strengthen your faith for what’s ahead. 💛🙌🏽

🙏🏽 Morning Prayer:
Lord, thank You for every mighty deed, every answered prayer, and every time You made a way when I could not see one. Help me remember Your faithfulness today and trust You with whatever comes my way. In Jesus’ name, Amen. ❤️

💬 What is one mighty thing God has done for you that you will never forget?