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Continue reading →: Overcoming Past Hurts: Embracing Grace in VulnerabilityEven though we live in the present, the past can feel like a thorn that keeps us humble before our Lord and Savior.
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Continue reading →: The Deceiving Spirit: Warnings for Today’s ChurchIn studying 1st Kings chapter 22, particularly Michaiah’s prophecy against Ahab, I observed key points that inspired this post. It was evident that Ahab was not aligned with God’s heart, yet God continually offered him chances to repent. In this chapter, Ahab realized that Ramoth Gilead was rightfully his but…
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Continue reading →: Starting Anew: Healing Through God’s PromisesI imagined a room where I moved boxes that represented my past struggles and decided to let them go. Tired of the burden of my trials and disappointments, I knew it was time to release them and make room for God’s promises. After symbolically closing the door on my past,…
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Continue reading →: How Trials Strengthened My Faith: A Year in ReviewReflecting on God’s faithfulness over the past year, I feel very grateful. I faced trials that I overcame and moments that tried to discourage me and make me forget God’s promises. I see how each challenge led to the next and how everything came together to shape my character. I…
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Continue reading →: The Miraculous Story of Tabitha: Faith in ActionAs believers, we can get complacent in our faith, but when we focus on helping others, our prayers are answered.
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Continue reading →: Biblical Guidance on Social Media UseI found a scripture that tells us to keep our good deeds private so only God knows, and He will reward us. This leads me to ask an important question: “Does the Bible mention anything about social media?” Social media, which I call the virtual world, exposes us to many…
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Continue reading →: Overcoming Worry: Trusting in Christ’s Perfect TimingThere’s a Bible passage on my mind lately. Matthew 6:25-34 tells us not to worry and to trust Christ, whose timing is perfect. In the midst of everything happening around us, we should rely on Jesus as our saving grace. His word teaches us to endure hard times, which encourage…
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Continue reading →: Queen Vashti: A Symbol of Feminism and CourageCould God have positioned both Vashti and Esther to fulfill his will? Some suggest that Queen Vashti’s defiance helped Esther rise to power. The Bible does not clearly explain Queen Vashti’s refusal, but traditions suggest it was because King Ahasuerus, wanted her to appear nude, just wearing her crown. Many…
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Continue reading →: Supporting Others Amid Government ShutdownWith the government shutdown affecting millions and the temporary stop of SNAP food stamp benefits, I am reminded that God is my provider. This change impacts everyone, whether they receive government assistance or not; we are all affected.
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Continue reading →: Finding Peace in FaithCozy blankets and plush pillows can change how a space feels. They wrap you in warmth and belief, inviting reflection and peace. Even during challenging times, these items offer comfort and hope. A cheerful blanket can lift your spirits, while a prayer pillow invites contemplation. Most people think decor is…
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Continue reading →: Naomi’s Journey: From Bitterness to BlessingsNaomi, who faced many hardships, moved from Bethlehem to Moab with her family to escape famine. After losing her husband and two sons, she returned to Bethlehem and encouraged her daughters-in-law, Ruth and Orpah, to go back to their families. The townspeople were surprised by her sorrow. Even in her…
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Continue reading →: Overcoming Workplace Bullying Through FaithAfter a long week with a difficult co-worker, I sat in silence, praying for guidance on my next steps. Eager to hear the Lord’s instructions, I began to educate myself on what I was facing at work, realizing that I was experiencing “Workplace Bullying” and recognized many of the signs.
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Continue reading →: Sapphira’s Story: Ethical Lessons from the Bible for WomenI’d like to introduce Shapphira in my Women in the Bible series today. Her story offers valuable lessons about her role in her downfall and its impact on us, particularly in how we perceive integrity and honesty within our own lives. Now, to understand the context of Acts chapter 5…
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Continue reading →: How Psalm 23 Offers ReassuranceI’d like to share my life verse with you. It’s the verse I turn to for comfort when I need reassurance that the Lord is with me during tough times. It’s Psalm 91, especially the part where it says, “He leads me beside still waters.” I picture a serene scene…
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Continue reading →: Living in the Moment: Trusting Jesus for a New LifeThere’s more to life than we realize. We often get stuck in the past, but that’s not what God wants for us.
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Continue reading →: The Healing Power of JournalingI first fell in love with journaling at 18 years old. It was November 13, 1991. I remember it like it was yesterday; it feels like a special memory. I was going through a moment filled with strong emotions and needed a pen and a notebook to capture my thoughts.…
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Continue reading →: Ruth’s Journey: Embracing Faith and Divine PurposeDespite her fears, she was obedient to the God of Israel and showed humility by following her mother-in-law’s guidance.
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Continue reading →: Rahab: From Prostitute to Ancestor of KingsJoshua chapter 2 introduces us to a woman named Rahab. Rahab was a prostitute who lived in the city of Jericho, which was one of the cities included in the land that the Lord promised to give the Israelite’s as they crossed the River Jordan. Joshua, who was called by…
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Continue reading →: The Deception and Destiny of Rebekah in the BibleRebekah held on to God’s promise, and despite what was before her, she remembered what the Lord had declared to her.
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Continue reading →: Understanding Eve’s Choices: Impact on HumanityThere’s so much to learn from Eve’s story. Even though God is a merciful God, Eve still suffered the consequences of her actions. She faced spiritual and physical consequences that affected Adam and the serpent which aided in the downfall of humanity and disobeying God’s commands.
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Continue reading →: The Consequences of Eve’s Choice: Sin and Redemption ExplainedEve’s act of eating the apple, although forgiven by God, introduced sin and its profound consequences, including pain, violence, and death, along with her banishment from the Garden of Eden and suffering in childbirth, which would forever change the human experience. Her disobedience not only altered the course of human…
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Continue reading →: From Disappointment to Fulfillment: Jesus and the Samaritan WomanShe had tried one man after another and had not found satisfaction. Like many people today, she had attempted to quench a thirst for the heavenly with the earthly, seeking fulfillment in transient relationships and material possessions rather than recognizing the deeper, spiritual void within her.
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Continue reading →: Living Confidently Through Christ’s ForgivenessGod offers the forgiveness of sins through the blood of Jesus Christ. Whenever I confess my sins, not only is God faithful and just to forgive me— I am free from condemnation for the things I have done and have asked for forgiveness for.
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Continue reading →: Where Do You Belong in God’s Community?Paul opens his letter with a glorious praise for all the blessings that believers have “in Christ.” One blessing is that we belong to God’s family-a community of faith. Paul’s sincere desire for the church to give praise for spiritual blessings as well as thanksgiving and prayer, recognizing that such…
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Continue reading →: Where do I go to get my needs met?Every woman has needs. Most often, we look to other people to meet our needs emotionally, and where we lack intimacy in our lives, we seek fulfillment in ways that will never truly satisfy us. This abstinence journey can often feel discouraging, as we navigate the complex web of relationships…
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