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Good morning brothers and sisters
Colossians 3:4~ When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory.
Today, my world is beautiful. The weather is great, and my church is wonderful. I have everything I truly need. This will change, though. Life is tied to death, and love is tied to people who aren't perfect. Separation by distance, disagreement, and death are all things that are bound to happen. But one of the best things about being a Christian is that my... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Colossians 3:4~ When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear with him in glory.
Today, my world is beautiful. The weather is great, and my church is wonderful. I have everything I truly need. This will change, though. Life is tied to death, and love is tied to people who aren't perfect. Separation by distance, disagreement, and death are all things that are bound to happen. But one of the best things about being a Christian is that my true and lasting life is hidden with Christ in God. In other words, even if things are going well in my life at the moment, they will always be susceptible to being affected by mortality. In the coming of Christ, they will be gloriously perfect and untarnished by evil, death, or decay. I am delighted to hear this news!
Prayer: Thank you very much for saving me from sin, Holy and Righteous God, through Your tremendous and unmerited mercy. I am grateful for Jesus, whose resurrection ensures that I shall spend all of eternity with You and that, at the end of time, I will be reunited with everyone else who is a member of Your family. Please accept my thanks and praise until the day I can do it in person. Thank You. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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Good night brothers and sisters
1 Corinthians 3:3~ For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men?
The Corinthians were proud of how wise, talented, and tolerant they were. But if the people in a church are caught up in small fights, cliques, and ugly disputes, they are not mature. This is true no matter how wise, gifted, or tolerant the church is. Their meetings are not a place where Christ is known and shown. Inst... moreGood night brothers and sisters
1 Corinthians 3:3~ For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men?
The Corinthians were proud of how wise, talented, and tolerant they were. But if the people in a church are caught up in small fights, cliques, and ugly disputes, they are not mature. This is true no matter how wise, gifted, or tolerant the church is. Their meetings are not a place where Christ is known and shown. Instead, they are just a bunch of "mere humans" getting together. Christ changes us so that we can be more.
Prayers: Holy and Righteous Father, when I am jealous, argumentative, cliquish, or petty, gently humble me and call me to repentance. I know that You love me and think of me as Your child, so I ask the Holy Spirit to help me be the person You made me to be. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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Good morning brothers and sisters
Matthew 3:1-2~ In those days came John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judaea,And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
In a world where people are afraid to speak the truth about sin, wickedness, and evil, these words may sound strange. Still, everyone who is lost desperately needs to repent, which means to change their heart and life, seek God, and live for Jesus as Lord. Yes, God's incredible grace gives us salvation. On the ... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Matthew 3:1-2~ In those days came John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judaea,And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
In a world where people are afraid to speak the truth about sin, wickedness, and evil, these words may sound strange. Still, everyone who is lost desperately needs to repent, which means to change their heart and life, seek God, and live for Jesus as Lord. Yes, God's incredible grace gives us salvation. On the other hand, grace is not grace if it doesn't change us. Grace not only frees us from the empty and destructive life we would have lived without God and His guidance if Jesus hadn't died on the cross for us, but it also forgives us for what we have done.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, please forgive me for my sins. I want to turn my heart toward You and live my life for Your glory and according to Your will. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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Good night brothers and sisters
1 john 3:1~ Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.
Some gifts are too valuable to describe and too wonderful to fully enjoy. The best of these gifts is that we are God's children. We have been brought into the family of the Father. Jesus calls us His younger brothers and sisters. Although the world may not acknowledge this, that does not... moreGood night brothers and sisters
1 john 3:1~ Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.
Some gifts are too valuable to describe and too wonderful to fully enjoy. The best of these gifts is that we are God's children. We have been brought into the family of the Father. Jesus calls us His younger brothers and sisters. Although the world may not acknowledge this, that does not diminish its validity. It is important to remember that the world did not recognize its Creator when He became flesh and lived among the people He had created. In spite of this, God's Word continues to proclaim the truth: we ARE God's children!
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, thank you so much for the amazing blessing of being your child. I know I haven't even started to understand how wonderful this gift is. But, dear Father, I'm looking forward to what I can learn now about what it means, and I'm excited for the day when I can see you face to face and fully understand what this joy is all about. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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Good morning brothers and sisters
Luke 2:29-30~ Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word:For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,
This is what old Simeon said when he saw the Christ child. This is also our goal. Even though we can't see Jesus, who is our salvation, and hold Him in our arms like Simeon did, we can still see Him through the Bible, worship, ministry, evangelism, and the Holy Spirit's work. Let's make it our goal to honor God as the only true God an... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Luke 2:29-30~ Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word:For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,
This is what old Simeon said when he saw the Christ child. This is also our goal. Even though we can't see Jesus, who is our salvation, and hold Him in our arms like Simeon did, we can still see Him through the Bible, worship, ministry, evangelism, and the Holy Spirit's work. Let's make it our goal to honor God as the only true God and to follow Jesus as our Lord.
Prayer: Righteous Father, please help me learn more about Jesus, become more like Him, and live with His character. Please, dear God, I want to have a character and act like Christ. I want to truly follow my great Teacher and become more and more like Him every day. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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Good night brothers and sisters
Jeremiah 2:28~ But where are thy gods that thou hast made thee? let them arise, if they can save thee in the time of thy trouble: for according to the number of thy cities are thy gods, O Judah.
Let's think about a simple idea today. Who or what is our god based on how we spend our time, what we are interested in, how we live, how much money we spend, and what we say? Is it God the Lord?
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I am ashamed of how many false gods crowd i... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Jeremiah 2:28~ But where are thy gods that thou hast made thee? let them arise, if they can save thee in the time of thy trouble: for according to the number of thy cities are thy gods, O Judah.
Let's think about a simple idea today. Who or what is our god based on how we spend our time, what we are interested in, how we live, how much money we spend, and what we say? Is it God the Lord?
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I am ashamed of how many false gods crowd into my life and try to get my attention. Please bless me and give me a heart that doesn't split. I don't want anything in my heart that isn't true and could change or lessen how much I love You. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
James 2:26~
For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.
Using this definition, many people who say they are Christians are actually spiritual corpses. To be real, faith has to show itself in service. Faith doesn't just move mountains; it also moves people to do things that honor God and bless others. This shows how grateful they are for God's amazing grace.
Prayer: Holy and Faithful Father, please forgive me when I've be... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
James 2:26~
For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.
Using this definition, many people who say they are Christians are actually spiritual corpses. To be real, faith has to show itself in service. Faith doesn't just move mountains; it also moves people to do things that honor God and bless others. This shows how grateful they are for God's amazing grace.
Prayer: Holy and Faithful Father, please forgive me when I've been lazy in my spiritual walk. Help me see the many ways I can serve You every day, and then give me the strength to use those chances in ways that bless other people. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
SSGT JOHN SCIVOLETTI PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
John 2:24-25~ But Jesus did not commit himself unto them, because he knew all men,And needed not that any should testify of man: for he knew what was in man.
If we've spent a lot of time reading the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John in the New Testament), we probably already know what these verses say. So, if we want to learn how to be better people, we should start with Jesus. We need to do what He did and listen to what He said. It's not an easy journey,... moreGood night brothers and sisters
John 2:24-25~ But Jesus did not commit himself unto them, because he knew all men,And needed not that any should testify of man: for he knew what was in man.
If we've spent a lot of time reading the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John in the New Testament), we probably already know what these verses say. So, if we want to learn how to be better people, we should start with Jesus. We need to do what He did and listen to what He said. It's not an easy journey, but it's a real one that will change us. When we realize that we can trust Him because He knows us, our lives become deeper and more meaningful.
Prayer: Thank you, Father, for sending Your Son to teach me Your truth and show me how to live. In the name of Your most precious Son, Jesus, I pray. Amen.
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Good morning brothers and sisters
Genesis 2:24~ Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.
We are different! God makes men and women so that they can help each other out. Each one reflects God's image. God wants a husband and wife to have their most important relationship with each other. Even though they still respect their parents, they now live with each other. They merge their two lives into one. In this situation of... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Genesis 2:24~ Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.
We are different! God makes men and women so that they can help each other out. Each one reflects God's image. God wants a husband and wife to have their most important relationship with each other. Even though they still respect their parents, they now live with each other. They merge their two lives into one. In this situation of lifelong security, they get to know each other very well sexually and become "one flesh." This relationship should be enjoyed (Proverbs 5), protected (1 Thessalonians 4:3–8), and celebrated (Song of Solomon) for the rest of their lives (Matthew 19:6).
Prayer: Dear Holy and Powerful Father, may I live with honesty and purity in our sexually charged world today. I would appreciate Your Spirit and Your Word teaching, correcting, and convicting me as I endeavor to find the truth about my relationships and celebrate Your will for my sexuality. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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Good night brothers and sisters
Acts 2:23~ Him, being delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God, ye have taken, and by wicked hands have crucified and slain:
When we think of the Cross, we should never use the words "tragic accident" to describe it. Peter makes it clear that the Cross is where two different sources of power met. Evil won, and the Son of God died on the Cross. God had a plan, and He let the Cross happen so that we could be saved. The Cross did not happen by... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Acts 2:23~ Him, being delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God, ye have taken, and by wicked hands have crucified and slain:
When we think of the Cross, we should never use the words "tragic accident" to describe it. Peter makes it clear that the Cross is where two different sources of power met. Evil won, and the Son of God died on the Cross. God had a plan, and He let the Cross happen so that we could be saved. The Cross did not happen by chance. What hell wanted to be our final defeat, God used to save us and give us victory. Everything good and bad came together. The empty tomb and the risen Lord are the final answers to this battle, not the Cross. We are the winners of this grace, which cost so much and was given to us in such a cruel way by our biggest enemy. It was made possible by Jesus' victory over death.
Prayer: Holy God, thank you for making a way for my sins to be forgiven and for my future with you to be safe. Thank you for ensuring that plan worked by paying the price. Thank you for defeating the evil of hell and the evil people who perpetuate it. I love you so much for everything you do and everything you are. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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Good morning brothers and sisters
Isaiah 2:22~ Cease ye from man, whose breath is in his nostrils: for wherein is he to be accounted of?
God will bring the proud down to earth. He has set aside a certain day to do this. But until that day dawns, God's Kingdom people must live knowing that even the apparently powerful but ungodly will be brought to ruin. We shouldn't put our faith in human power, because it can disappear like dew in the sun. Death limits the power of humans. When a tyrant's br... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Isaiah 2:22~ Cease ye from man, whose breath is in his nostrils: for wherein is he to be accounted of?
God will bring the proud down to earth. He has set aside a certain day to do this. But until that day dawns, God's Kingdom people must live knowing that even the apparently powerful but ungodly will be brought to ruin. We shouldn't put our faith in human power, because it can disappear like dew in the sun. Death limits the power of humans. When a tyrant's breath is gone, so is his power. After the life of an evil person has ended, all that remains is the evil. Our faith must be placed in Yahweh Sabaoth, the Lord God of the armies of heaven. In contrast, everything else is just a small, blurry representation of the real thing.
Prayer: Abba Father, please forgive me for the times I relied on my own smarts, wits, and wisdom to get through life. Please forgive me for not trusting in Your deliverance and for relying on sneaky methods and bad people. Please wash me clean and give me a pure heart and a strong desire for You. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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