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“Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” (Isaiah 40:30-31) This passage reminds us that human strength has limits,…
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“Remember your Creator in the days of your youth, before the days of trouble come and the years approach when you will say, “I find no pleasure in them”” (Ecclesiastes 12:1). This verse encourages us to prioritize our relationship with God early in life. By remembering our Creator in youth, we can establish a strong…
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“If you follow the Lord’s ways and keep his commands, you will enjoy the fruit of your labor.” (Psalm 128:2) This verse promises that obedience to God’s ways brings blessing and fruitfulness. When we prioritize following God, we experience the joy and satisfaction of living in alignment with His design. This doesn’t mean life will…
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“Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain.” (Psalm 127:1) Our verse for today reminds us that our efforts are futile without God’s guidance and blessing. No matter how skilled or diligent we are, our accomplishments are ultimately dependent…
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“The foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than human strength.” (1 Corinthians 1:25) This verse challenges our conventional understanding of wisdom and strength. The world often measures success and power by human standards, but God’s ways are counterintuitive. The cross, which seems like foolishness to the…
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“Out of his fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given.” (John 1:16) This verse highlights the abundance of God’s grace that flows from Jesus Christ. The phrase “out of his fullness” emphasizes the richness and completeness of God’s nature, from which we receive blessing after blessing. The idea of “grace…
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“Put away perversity from your mouth; keep corrupt talk far from your lips.” – Proverbs 4:24 Perverse talk refers to speech that is twisted, distorted, or contrary to what is good and right. It encompasses language that is hurtful, corrupt, or depraved, often causing harm to others or promoting negativity. This can include gossip, swear…
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“Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful.” (1 Corinthians 4:2) As stewards of God’s mysteries, we are entrusted with the gospel, the message of salvation, and the privilege of representing Christ to others. This verse emphasizes the importance of faithfulness in our role as stewards. We are…
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“Don’t you know that you yourselves are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you?” (1 Corinthians 3:16) As believers, we are reminded that our bodies are not our own, but rather a sacred dwelling place for the Holy Spirit. This truth calls us to reverence and respect our bodies, recognizing that they are…
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