Posts with the tag “glory”

"He must increase, but I must decrease." - John 3:30 Why do you want God to fulfill the dream He placed in your heart? Is it to make a name for yourself, or is it to make His name known? It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of success. You pray for God to open doors, to bring opportunities, to elevate you to places you’ve only imagined. But if you’re not careful, your dream can slowly shift from...  Read More

"But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me." - 2 Corinthians 12:9 Stop believing the lie that your flaws, struggles, or weaknesses disqualify you from being used by God. That idea couldn’t be further from the truth. God isn’t waiting for you...  Read More

"But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us." – 2 Corinthians 4:7    Have you ever felt like you’re not good enough to be used by God? Like you need to be smarter, stronger, or more “put together” before He can work through you? It’s a common trap, to believe that God is waiting for us to become perfect before He calls us. But the trut...  Read More

"If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." – 1 John 1:9    It’s easy to let our past mistakes weigh us down, especially when we feel like we’ve fallen short or made decisions we regret. The enemy loves to remind us of our failures, trying to convince us that we are not worthy to be used by God or that we’re somehow disqualif...  Read More

"So God created man in His own image, in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them." – Genesis 1:27    It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that everyone should be just like you; dressing the same, acting the same, believing the same, and even thinking the same. After all, it feels comfortable to surround ourselves with people who think and act the way we do. But the ...  Read More

"And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 4:19    As followers of Christ, we need to remember that God has infinite resources at His disposal. There is nothing off-limits to Him, and He can use anyone and anything to work in our situations. God’s resources are not just abundant—they are limitless. He created the universe and everyt...  Read More

"For who sees anything different in you? What do you have that you did not receive? If then you received it, why do you boast as if you did not receive it?"- 1 Corinthians 4:7   Arrogance. It’s something that we are all turned off by, but rarely see in ourselves. It is a subtle yet dangerous trap that we must guard against as followers of Christ. It creeps in quietly, whispering lies of self-suffi...  Read More

He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also, he has put eternity into man's heart, yet so that he cannot find out what God has done from the beginning to the end. - Ecclesiastes 3:11   Have you ever marveled at the perfection of God's timing? How He orchestrates events in our lives with such precision and care, weaving together the threads of our experiences to create a beautiful tapestry? ...  Read More

"In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." - Matthew 5:16   We live in a world that often celebrates individualism and self-promotion, and therefore it can be easy to get caught up in the desire to stand out and be known for our own uniqueness or brilliance. Yet, as followers of Christ, our greatest desire should be t...  Read More

"You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love." - Galatians 5:13   As you begin your day, reflect on the call to serve that God has placed upon your life. In a world that often encourages self-centered pursuits, God reminds us of the importance of serving others with humility and love. Think about t...  Read More

"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." - Romans 8:28   Life isn't always a smooth journey on a straight path. Sometimes, it feels more like a winding road full of twists and turns, ups and downs. And let's be honest—those rough patches, those difficult circumstances, they're not exactly what we signed up for, ri...  Read More

"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." - Romans 8:28   Life isn't always a smooth journey on a straight path. Sometimes, it feels more like a winding road full of twists and turns, ups and downs. And let's be honest—those rough patches, those difficult circumstances, they're not exactly what we signed up for, ri...  Read More

"As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received." - Ephesians 4:1   What Has God Called You to Do? Have you ever paused to consider this question? Throughout the Bible, we see individuals being called by God to fulfill specific purposes. God's calling is not limited to a select few; He has a unique calling for each of His children. In Ephesians ...  Read More

"For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." - Romans 3:23   In life, we are each woven with our unique struggles, sins, and imperfections. Romans 3:23 reminds us that "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." This verse underscores the reality that no one is exempt from the grip of sin, regardless of the form it may take in our lives. It's essential to acknowledge that ou...  Read More

"And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord's glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit." - 2 Corinthians 3:18   Sometimes, we may find ourselves going through challenging seasons of change and growth, wondering why God is leading us through such transformations. In these moments, it's essential to challenge o...  Read More

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" - 2 Corinthians 5:17   When God works in our lives, His transformation is not temporary; it is eternal. His change goes beyond surface-level adjustments, reaching into the depths of our being and shaping us for good. Let's explore the profound nature of God's transformative power and the lasting impa...  Read More

“To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. For to one is given through the Spirit the utterance of wisdom, and to another the utterance of knowledge according to the same Spirit.” - 1 Corinthians 12:7-8  As we come to the end of looking at the types of spiritual gifts God blesses us with, I want you to take a look at what Paul says in 1 Corinthians 12:7-8:  “To each is ...  Read More

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” - Romans 12:2  If we want to grow our faith and live in a way that honors God, it starts with transforming our minds. The reason most people don’t have the type of faith that can move mountains is because they don’t t...  Read More

“And calling the crowd to Him with His disciples, He said to them, ‘If anyone would come after Me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me.” - Mark 8:34  When you live your life in faith, trusting and obeying God’s commands, you will be blessed. And when you fail to have faith and choose not to trust Him, you will suffer the consequences. The Bible makes this idea very clear. Over...  Read More

“I will extol you, my God and King, and bless your name forever and ever.” - Psalm 145:1 Are you living in a way that exalts God’s name or your name? Over the last couple of days, we have looked at reasons why we fail to trust God. What it really boils down to is that when we don’t display faith, we are communicating that we think we know more than God. Sometimes, that is in the form of eating the...  Read More

“For from Him and through Him and for Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen.” - Romans 11:36  Not only does everything you have come FROM GOD, but everything you will ever want is THROUGH GOD. I’m talking about what you TRULY WANT, not the sinful desires your flesh wants in a bad moment and then regrets soon after.  I’m talking about the life you really want, the dreams you have, a...  Read More

“For from Him and through Him and for Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! Amen.” - Romans 11:36  If you have followed along with us the last few days, you have been reminded of the awesomeness of the God we serve. He sent His Son, Jesus, to lay down His life for us. He saved us, He forgives us, and He continues to bless us. This is not because we deserve it, but because it’s who He is...  Read More

“His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him who called us to His own glory and excellence.” - 2 Peter 1:3  What are you longing for? With social media the way it is now, people are constantly longing for something. They want so-and-so's home, or so-and-so's car, or so-and-so's lifestyle. They want his shoes or her wardrobe. They w...  Read More

“Now concerning spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be uninformed. You know that when you were pagans you were led astray to mute idols, however you were led.” - 1 Corinthians 12:1-2  Did you know that God gives each of us spiritual gifts? That’s right, as a believer, you have been given a gift (and maybe even multiple gifts) to use for God’s Kingdom. He gives us these gifts as tools t...  Read More

“Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth.” - 2 Timothy 2:15  Are you doing your best? Are you becoming the best version of yourself? Are you trying to be the version of yourself that God created you to be? Yesterday, we looked at how God created you exactly as He meant for you to be. We learned that we shou...  Read More

“Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ’s sufferings, so that you may also rejoice and be glad when His glory is revealed. If you are insulted for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.” - 1 Peter 4:12-14  Have ...  Read More

“One’s pride will bring Him low, but He who is lowly in spirit will obtain honor.” - Proverbs 29:23   Have you ever watched an athlete, actor, or someone who when you saw them for the first time, you loved their humility? They weren’t a big name yet. They were just making their way onto the scene. But they had gotten good enough that they were just starting to garner a little attention.  So you no...  Read More

“On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh” (Matthew 2:11-2). When the wise men, also known as the Mages, reached the town of Bethlehem to see Jesus, they offered three gifts to Him. We are beginning to see that there’s great significance in ...  Read More