Posts with the tag “mercy”

"But where sin increased, grace increased all the more, so that, just as sin reigned in death, so also grace might reign through righteousness to bring eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." - Romans 5:20-21   Have you ever felt like you've messed up so badly that there's no way God could forgive you? Maybe you've made mistakes that haunt you, leaving you feeling unworthy and ashamed. But he...  Read More

"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms." - 1 Peter 4:10    Have you ever considered that you possess unique spiritual gifts, handpicked by God Himself? These gifts aren't just random talents or abilities; they are special endowments from the Creator of the universe, given with a specific purpose in mind. The...  Read More

"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." - Ephesians 4:32   As recipients of God's boundless forgiveness, we are called to extend that same grace to others, even when it seems undeserved. Forgiveness is not about excusing or condoning someone's actions; rather, it is a reflection of the mercy and love that God has shown us. In Ephesians 4...  Read More

"As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us." - Psalm 103:12   Too we often find ourselves tangled in the threads of sin and shame, feeling unworthy of the love and mercy of our Heavenly Father. Yet, in His infinite grace, God extends forgiveness to us—time and time again—removing our transgressions as far as the East is from the West. The truth is, we ca...  Read More

"Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you." - Colossians 3:13   We have spent the last few days talking about forgiveness. And while we can hold onto the amazing truth that God has forgiven us, we must understand that the same grace God has not withheld from us, must not be withheld from others. Colossians 3:13 says...  Read More

"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness." - 1 John 1:9    Did you know the God you serve is a God of boundless forgiveness? 1 John 1:9 encapsulates the essence of this truth: "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness."  God's forgiveness is not lim...  Read More

2 Corinthians 3:18 (NIV) - "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."   Walking with God is not a destination; it is a lifelong journey of transformation. In this journey, we come to understand that we will never reach perfection on our own. However, our desire sh...  Read More

2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV) - "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!"   Our mistakes may leave us feeling broken, flawed, and incapable of change. However, in the hands of our loving God, these very mistakes become opportunities for Him to demonstrate His power and ability to transform our lives. He specializes in taking our mess and turning ...  Read More

Psalm 77:11 (NIV) - "I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago."   Have you ever faced a situation that seemed insurmountable? Reflect on a time when God helped you through a challenging journey. He was faithful then, and He can do it again. Look for the similarities between the past and present and be encouraged by God's unwavering faithfulness in your ...  Read More

"But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light." - 1 Peter 2:9    Have you ever felt like you didn't quite fit in? Like you were meant for something more? As children of God, we are set apart for a special purpose. We are not meant to conform to the ways of th...  Read More

“He saved us, not because of righteous things we have done, but because of His mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by His grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life.” - Titus 3:5-7  John 15:13 reminds us that “Greater love has no one th...  Read More

“In Him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things according to the counsel of His will.” - Ephesians 1:11  Did you know that when you give your life to Christ, you are a FAVORED child of God? That is right. He pours out His favor on you. This is why you receive endless grace and mercy and why He continues to bless you beyond what ...  Read More

“To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against Him.” - Daniel 9:9  There is a popular phrase the kids say now when they believe someone is avoiding an outcome. They try to put pressure on the person by asking the question, “are you ducking smoke?” The term “ducking” means avoiding and “smoke” means trouble, confrontation, or a consequence.Are you ducking smoke? In ...  Read More

“Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.” - Revelation 3:20Over the last few days, we have looked at how God’s door is always open for us. It does not matter if we are a nonbeliever, a believer who has strayed from God, or a believer battling with sin. God’s door is always open.But what about when w...  Read More

“Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land.” - 2 Chronicles 7:14 Over the last couple of days, we have discussed how God’s door is always open. It does not matter the time, day, week, or month. His door is open, and He is ready for you to wa...  Read More

“If we are children of God, we will receive everything He has promised us. We will share with Christ all the things God has given to Him. But we must share His suffering if we are to share His shining greatness.” - Romans 8:17   Yesterday, we learned that as children of God, we will share in the riches and blessings given to Jesus by God. This means we not only are blessed in regards to the mercy ...  Read More

“So I went to the angel and asked him to give me the little scroll. He said to me, ‘Take it and eat it. It will turn your stomach sour, but in your mouth it will be as sweet as honey.’ I took the little scroll from the angel’s hand and ate it. It tasted as sweet as honey in my mouth, but when I had eaten it, my stomach turned sour.” - Revelation 10:9-10 There are several times throughout Scripture...  Read More

“Therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, I urge you to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God; this is your spiritual worship” (Romans 12:1).   Have you ever wondered why humans are motivated? What makes us want to devote our time and attention towards a project, a dream, or a person? As we discussed in our previous devotion about the meaning of worship, what we dw...  Read More