Posts from June 2023
Patience in God’s Timing – Haste Makes Waste | Day 5
Day 5: Patience in God’s Timing Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh. James 5:8 (KJV) Reflection: This verse reminds us of the importance of establishing our hearts in patience, as we await the Lord’s return. It highlights the virtuous circle of patience, endurance, and faith. This reinforces the lesson from the prodigal son’s story – his ultimate shift from haste to patience, and the resultant restoration and redemption. Illustration: It’s like…
The Humble Return – Haste Makes Waste | Day 4
Day 4: The Humble Return And he arose, and came to his father. But when he was yet a great way off, his father saw him, and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him. Luke 15:20 (KJV) Reflection: This verse depicts the prodigal son’s humbling return and the father’s compassionate welcome. Despite the son’s previous impatience and disregard, the father waits patiently for his return, demonstrating unconditional love. This teaches us the beauty of patience,…
Learning from Mistakes – Haste Makes Waste | Day 3
Day 3: Learning from Mistakes He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly. Proverbs 14:29 (KJV) Reflection: This Proverb underscores the wisdom in being patient and measured in our reactions. The younger son was ‘hasty of spirit’ and his actions exalted folly. His hasty choices reflect a lack of understanding and wisdom, which ultimately led to his downfall. This scripture prompts us to practice patience and gain understanding, avoiding…
The Bitter Reality – Haste Makes Waste | Day 2
Day 2: The Bitter Reality And when he had spent all, there arose a mighty famine in that land; and he began to be in want. Luke 15:14 (KJV) Reflection: This verse paints a vivid picture of the harsh reality that the younger son faced after squandering his inheritance. His hasty decisions, driven by his impatience and desire for immediate gratification, led to a life of hardship and need. The bitter circumstances he found himself in are a stark reminder…
The Rash Request – Haste Makes Waste | Day 1
Day 1: The Rash Request And the younger of them said to his father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me. And he divided unto them his living. Luke 15:12 (KJV) Reflection: The younger son’s hasty request reflects a heart not willing to wait on God’s timing, choosing instead to pursue his own desires prematurely. This impatience led him to a path that was fraught with challenges and sorrow. His demand for the inheritance was a…
Heartily for the Lord – The Unwavering Journey | Day 5
Day 5: Heartily for the Lord And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ Colossians 3:23-24 (KJV) Reflection: This scripture encourages us to do everything heartily for the Lord, not for men. It is a reminder that every labor undertaken for Christ isn’t in vain but has eternal significance. It motivates us to abound…
Reverence in His Immovable Kingdom – The Unwavering Journey | Day 4
Day 4: Reverence in His Immovable Kingdom Wherefore we receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear: Hebrews 12:28 (KJV) Reflection: This verse reminds us of the unshakeable kingdom we’ve been graciously brought into. It’s a kingdom that stands firm, never to be moved. With such a reminder, it challenges us to serve God with grace, reverence, and awe, reflecting the immovable nature of His kingdom…
Unmoved by Trials – The Unwavering Journey | Day 3
Day 3: Unmoved by Trials But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God. Acts 20:24 (KJV) Reflection: This scripture is a bold declaration of commitment to the Lord. Despite the trials and tribulations that may come, the speaker remains unmoved, prioritizing the gospel of…
Anchored in Faith – The Unwavering Journey | Day 2
Day 2: Anchored in Faith But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. James 1:6 (KJV) Reflection: This scripture urges us to approach God in unwavering faith. It depicts the image of a wave, tossed and turned by the wind, drawing a parallel with a faith that wavers. It encourages us to remain steadfast in our faith, not being easily swayed by doubts…
Unwavering Amidst the Storm – The Unwavering Journey | Day 1
Day 1: Unwavering Amidst the Storm He only is my rock and my salvation: he is my defence; I shall not be moved Psalm 62:6 (KJV) Reflection: This scripture reminds us of our firm foundation in Christ, our rock and salvation. It gives us the assurance that no matter what storms we face, we have a dependable, steadfast defense. It also challenges us to remain unmoved in faith amidst life’s trials, leaning on the unwavering strength of our Savior. Illustration:…
Standing Firm in the Evil Day – Guardians of Grace | Day 5
Day 5: Standing Firm in the Evil Day Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. James 4:7 (KJV) Reflection: Submitting to God is the first step in resisting the devil. It means humbling ourselves before the Lord, acknowledging His authority, and committing to follow His guidance. When we do this, we find the strength to resist the devil, and as God’s word promises, he will flee from us. Illustration: Think about a small…
Shine with the Armour of Light – Guardians of Grace | Day 4
Day 4: Shine with the Armour of Light The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. Romans 13:12 (KJV) Reflection: We are called to cast off the works of darkness and to don the armour of light. This implies actively turning away from sin and embracing the righteousness of Christ. Wearing the armour of light signifies living in a way…
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