Posts with the tag “strengthen”

"The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor." - Proverbs 22:9    When we step out to help others, God often works in our hearts as much as He works in the lives of those we’re helping. We see this transformative process often during mission trips. While we go with the intention of serving and blessing those in need, we often find that we are the ones who come ...  Read More

"Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others." - Philippians 2:3-4    Selflessness isn’t always easy. Our natural tendency is to think about our own needs, desires, and goals. But God calls us to a different way of living—one that puts others first...  Read More

"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." - Isaiah 41:10   Life often brings us challenges that seem insurmountable, struggles that stretch us to our limits. In those moments, it's easy to wonder why we face such battles, but it's essential to remember that God gives His toughest b...  Read More

“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.” - Ecclesiastes 4:9-10  Do you know why it is so important for you to have “your people?” You know…that group of people around you to walk with you through life? I have a profound thought and idea as to why it is so important. Are you ready for this? Two people can do...  Read More

“And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread, and to the prayers” (Acts 2:42).They devoted themselves “…to the fellowship…”What is fellowship? The word used in Acts chapter two is the Greek word, Koinonia, meaning ‘commonality’ or ‘community.’ The disciples didn’t just resemble one another or talk like one another—they shared the same spiritua...  Read More