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Thursday 5th March 2026
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Matthew 6:3
But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth
English Standard Version ESV
Matthew 6:3
But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing
A Life of Generosity
As Jesus was teaching people, there was a group of leaders who were not always the best role models. When these people helped others, they would boast about it and tell everybody the good deeds they did. They made sure to flaunt their good works publicly for everyone to notice them.
Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 6:3 is directly related to what these leaders were doing. Jesus says that when we give to those in need, we shouldn’t let our left hand know what our right hand is doing. Essentially, our goal in giving to others should not be recognition.
Jesus’ teaching is about the condition of our heart. If we’re giving to others for the sake of being recognized for doing good, then we’re not helping people with the right motives. This should not stop us from giving to others, but it should guide our motives for doing so.
When we help others, we should do so primarily for their benefit—not our own. This means there’s no need to broadcast it. Instead, we should have humility when giving to the needy. We should seek to help others because of Jesus’ love for them—not because our pride, ego, or sense of obligation compels us.
Thankfully, when our giving is shaped by Jesus’ love, our posture toward giving begins to transform. 2 Corinthians 9:7 further confirms this when Paul says we should never give under compulsion or while complaining, but instead, we should be cheerful in our giving. Why? Because God loves a cheerful giver.
When we give humbly and cheerfully, it shows that our lives are being shaped by our generous God.
God’s desire is for us to become people who give to others without expecting anything in return. That’s why Jesus encourages us to give freely to others without expecting recognition or credit.
So take some time to think about some people in your life who are in need. How can you help them? What practical needs can you meet? Think about how you can help them this week without bringing attention to yourself.
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Wednesday 4th March d2026 Wednesday 4th March d2026
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Psalm 143:8
Cause me to hear thy loving kindness in the morning; For in thee do I trust: Cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; For I lift up my soul unto thee.
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Psalm 143:8
Let me hear in the morning of your steadfast love, for in you I trust. Make me know the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul.
Morning Mercies
Each morning, when the sun pours over the horizon, you have an opportunity.
David—who held many titles throughout his lifetime: shepherd, warrior, giant-slayer, King of Israel, and a man after God’s own heart—said it like this when he was talking to God:
“Let me hear of your unfailing love each morning, for I am trusting you. Show me where to walk, for I give myself to you.”
Psalms 143:8 NLT
David recognised that each day was an opportunity…
TO HEAR OF GOD'S UNFAILING LOVE. His mercies are new every morning (Lamentations 3:23) and His love endures forever (Psalm 118:2). But sometimes, we forget. Most times, we need to be reminded. Just as winter can’t be stopped from blooming into spring, we can’t stop the mercies of a brand new day.
TO TRUST HIM AGAIN. God is good, constant, faithful, merciful, honest, loving, unlimited, all-powerful, and the source of everything that exists. In fact, He can’t not be those things! No matter what we’re facing, we can know that He’s trustworthy. We can trust His character and we can trust His heart.
TO WATCH, LISTEN, AND DISCERN HIS LEADING. We can fix our eyes on the God who fixes His loving gaze onto us. Let us echo David’s words: “Show us where to walk…” Let us recognise His promptings, pay attention to His guidance, and listen for His “voice.”
TO SURRENDER OUR LIVES TO HIM. We can cling to our plans, dismiss His warnings, and fight for self-sufficiency, or, we can give ourselves to Him—fully. When we rely on ourselves, we will never be enough. But when we die to ourselves, we are choosing to live for Him.
No matter how dark the night, the sun rises again. And when that morning light pours over the horizon, you have a fresh opportunity to draw near to the One who loves you.
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Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Tuesday 3rd March 2026
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Joshua 1:9
Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
English Standard Version ESV
Joshua 1:9
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”
God is With You
Throughout the Bible, there are various moments when God tells someone to not be afraid. Each one comes at a time when the hearer has every reason to be very afraid.
In one instance, Joshua, the leader of Israel after the death of Moses, was taking the Israelites to their promised land (see: Exodus 3). He was leading over one million people to a place God had promised, and it meant going through some overwhelming and terrifying situations.
In the midst of this, God commanded Joshua to do two things:
Obey the Word of God and, be strong and courageous because the Lord was with them. (See: Joshua 1:7-9)
In Matthew 28, Jesus says something similar just after His resurrection. He is with His eleven disciples and He tells them:
“All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you, and behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
Matthew 28:18-20 ESV
Jesus tells His disciples two main things:
- Obey His word (“go into all nations and make disciples”) and, He would be with them.
- God is always the same. He was the same God when He gave Joshua His word and the assurance of His presence, and He is the same God who gives us His Word and assures us of His presence. We are known, loved, and cared for by the faithful, consistent God—and He will never leave or abandon us.
Today, reflect on the ways you can teach others about Jesus and His words. How does His Word and His presence make you strong and courageous? Take a moment to thank God for His promise to always be with you.
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Monday 2nd March 2026 Monday 2nd March 2026
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Romans 12:21
Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
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Romans 12:21
Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
Let Goodness Prevail
In the beginning, life was good—both physically and spiritually. In fact, God created everything that existed and called it very good.
But that goodness was fractured when an enemy enticed God’s image-bearing people to question His goodness and doubt His trustworthiness. So, when Adam and Eve chose to disregard God’s instructions by eating from the only forbidden tree, their eyes were opened to two opposing forces: good and evil.
The battle between good and evil isn’t just an overarching theme in the Bible, but a theme that permeates every continent, every culture, and every nation. It’s a theme that’s laced throughout books and movies, and one that plays out in real life. And the reason it’s so pervasive is because there's a real battle taking place.
All these years, we’re still sharing this good-yet-fallen world. But, make no mistake, the Kingdom of Darkness is still warring against the Kingdom of Light.
The apostle Paul gave some advice on this topic to the believers in Rome, writing:
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
Romans 12:21 NIV
In the same chapter, Paul explains practical ways to live this out: by rejecting evil, by clinging to good, by genuinely loving people, by blessing those who persecute you and refusing to take revenge on your enemies.
This could also look like forgiving someone who’s harmed you, showing kindness to a stranger, or standing up for the poor, marginalised, and weak. Conquering evil with good requires sacrifice and surrender. It often means saying “no” to our human desire for retribution and retaliation, and choosing instead to humbly serve broken people like Jesus humbly and sacrificially served us.
We do have an enemy—whose mission is to steal, kill, and destroy. To confuse, pervert, and divide. To deceive, distract, and dismantle.
But more importantly, we have a God—whose mission is to redeem, revive, and restore. He specialises in putting broken things back together. He is able to bring the dead back to life and make all things new.
So when you see evil wreaking havoc across the world, in the lives of the people around you, and even in your own heart, remember … God is bigger. God is greater. You aren’t in this battle alone. And because we already know the end of the story, we can fight from a place of victory!
Just as darkness can’t exist when it’s flooded with light, evil can’t prevail when it’s overpowered with good. So today, think of some ways you can fight evil by doing good to those around you.
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Sunday 1st March 2026 Sunday 1st March 2026
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2 Peter 3:9
The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is long suffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
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2 Peter 3:9
The Lord is not slow to fulfil his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance.
God’s Heart For All People
For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life.
John 3:16 NASB
The verse above is the essence of the Gospel. The Gospel means good news, and it’s God’s plan to save us from eternal separation from Him.
Our sin separated us from God’s perfection. And because of that, we could not have a personal relationship with Him. Knowing that we could not get to Him on our own, God sent Jesus to us to make things right. Jesus did what no one else could do—He lived a perfect life, He died for us, and then He conquered death by coming back to life. It’s His resurrection that led to our reconciliation with God—and that’s good news!
Here are a three key things to remember about the Gospel:
God Loves Everyone
John 3:16 doesn’t say that God loved some of the people in the world. It says He loves the world … that means everyone who inhabits it. God’s heart is for all people. The Gospel is for everyone.
God Wants Everyone
“The Lord is not slow about His promise, as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing for any to perish but for all to come to repentance.”
2 Peter 3:9 NASB
Jesus has promised to come back for His people, and God always keeps His promises. We might grow impatient waiting for Him to return, but we can take comfort in knowing that His waiting is for our benefit. He wants to give everyone an opportunity to know Him personally.
God Sends Everyone
The last thing Jesus told His followers before He returned to heaven was to go and make disciples everywhere. We aren’t all called to other countries, but we are all called to share His good news with everyone we know.
There are people who need the love and hope we have in Jesus. So if Jesus is our Saviour, then let’s live like it. Let’s offer our praise to God for who He is, and worship Him through the way we live our lives. Let’s ask Him to help us see how much He loves everyone.
As we patiently wait for God to return, let us purposefully live each day for His glory.
That’s why we’re here.
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Saturday 28th February 2026 Saturday 28th February 2026
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Proverbs 18:24
A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: And there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.
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Proverbs 18:24
A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.
True Friendship
Would you rather have hundreds of “friends” who know you, but don’t really know you—who call you a friend, but only when it’s convenient? Or, would you rather have one true friend who always sticks by your side?
The writer of Proverbs, typically attributed to King Solomon, said this:
“There are “friends” who destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother.”
Proverbs 18:24 NLT
Some friends come into our lives because of proximity: you work at the same business, your kids go to the same school, or you frequent the same places. But just because you know someone’s name and follow each other on social media, doesn’t mean you’re true friends.
When it comes to genuine friendship, quality over quantity is key.
Even the truest of friends will occasionally let you down, because no one is perfect—except Jesus. He is the truest friend of all.
Learning from Jesus’ example, there are certain characteristics that describe a true and godly friend …
Do they love God? A true friend is one who will ultimately point you back to your Creator and Savior. Who will wrestle through your questions and doubts with you, without judgment or condemnation. Who will speak the truth in love, even when it’s hard. Who will seek to glorify God and honour you as their friend.
Are they willing to work through the hard stuff? Most people are happy to be friends when things are easy, positive, and thriving, but not as many stick around when life gets tough. When you’re sick, when you’re discouraged, when you’ve been misunderstood, or when one of you needs to be lovingly corrected, you need more than just a fair-weather friend.
Are they willing to look beyond themselves? In John 15:13 Jesus said, “There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” Jesus modelled this by giving His life for ours. They might not have to sacrifice their physical life, but are they willing to serve the people they love? Are they willing to put God first, others second, and themselves third?
All these questions are great guidelines when looking for solid friendships. But before you look for a friend with these characteristics, first make sure you look in the mirror. If you want to have these friendships, then you need to be the kind of friend who lives out these characteristics with integrity and grace. Be the true friend you desire.
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Friday 27th February 2026 Friday 27th February 2026
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Ephesians 5:1
“Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children.”
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Ephesians 5:1
“Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children..”
Be Imitators
Children learn to function in real life by imitating those around them.
They learn to speak by listening to their family’s words and copying what they hear. They learn to interact with others by observing how their loved ones interact with others. They learn what’s culturally and socially appropriate by watching and imitating.
They learn how to eat, play, read, pray, cook, fish, braid, draw, garden, build, worship, invest, and navigate relationships by noticing and mimicking those around them.
And it doesn’t stop with children. People will often reflect those closest to them, as well as their environment.
Perhaps that’s why, while writing from the confines of a Roman prison, the apostle Paul gave the believers in Ephesus a heartfelt charge:
“Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children.”
Ephesians 5:1 NLT
Paul knew that loving and reflecting God was foundational. What we observe will get repeated and, eventually, passed along. The fancy word for this concept is discipleship—where we learn from those we trust and teach others what we’ve learned.
Regardless of where we’re at in life, we’re all being discipled by something. That’s why we should carefully consider who we are listening to and following.
It is vital to build our lives on Truth.
It’s already in our God-given makeup to reflect God. But as humans, we still have to intentionally remember who and whose we are, which is the first step in becoming more like Christ.
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Thursday 26th February 2026 Thursday 26th February 2026
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Psalm 37:4
“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
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Psalm 37:4
“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
What’s Inside?
Throughout God’s Word, we see a lot of attention paid to the human heart. In fact, in Scripture, the heart was thought to be the center of physical and spiritual life.
In our current culture, the heart is often a metaphor for our emotions. But in the Bible, the heart represents the soul and mind—it’s a way of displaying wisdom and character. The heart in the Bible is a lot like how we think about the brain today, or a combination of the head and the heart.
A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of.
Luke 6:45 NIV
When Jesus speaks of the heart being a source of good or bad, He means that the things that we think about have a way of showing up in our lives. Our thoughts influence our outward actions.
Fix your thoughts on what is true and honorable and right. Think about things that are pure and lovely and admirable.
Philippians 4:8 NIV
If our inward thoughts are true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and admirable, then we will produce outward good for God’s glory. These traits are cultivated through prayer and personal time spent with God.
Our thoughts and desires are not always the same as God’s thoughts, but as we deepen our relationship with Him, our desires begin to look more like His. When we delight in God, God loves to give us what we desire, because what we want will reflect who God is.
So take a moment today and praise God for who He is. As you worship Him, let God reshape your heart and renew your mind so your desires better reflect His will.
Some of Graham's Favourite Hymns. why not add yours here
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Amazing Grace Amazing Grace
Portrait by William Samuel Wright
This Hymn was written by John Newton a converted Slave trader
1. Amazing grace! how sweet the sound,
That saved a wretch; like me!
I once was lost, but now am found,
Was blind, but now I see.
2. ’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear,
And grace my fears relieved;
How precious did that grace appear
The hour I first believed!
3. The Lord hath promised good to me,
His word my hope secures;
He will my shield and portion be
As long as life endures.
4. When we’ve been there ten thousand years,
Bright shining as the sun,
We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise
Than when we first begun.
This Hymn was written by John Newton a converted Slave trader
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Blessed Assurance Blessed Assurance
Written by Fanny Crosby
1. Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine
Oh, what a foretaste of glory divine
Heir of salvation, purchase of God
Born of his Spirit, washed in His blood
Chorus
This is my story, this is my song
Praising my Savior all the day long
This is my story, this is my song
Praising my Savior all the day long
2. Perfect communion, perfect delight,
visions of rapture now burst on my sight.
Angels descending bring from above
echoes of mercy, whispers of love.
This is my story, this is my song
Praising my Savior all the day long
This is my story, this is my song
Praising my Savior all the day long
3. Perfect submission, perfect delight
Visions of rapture now burst on my sight
Angels descending bring from above
Echoes of mercy, whispers of love
This is my story, this is my song
Praising my Savior all the day long
This is my story, this is my song
Praising my Savior all the day long
Praising my Savior all the day long
Written by Fanny Crosby
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Christ is the Saviour of sinners Christ is the Saviour of sinners
Written by Heyman Wreford
1. Christ is the Saviour of sinners,
Christ is the Saviour for me;
Long I was chained in sin’s darkness,
Now by His grace I am free.
[Chorus]
Saviour of sinners,
Saviour of sinners like me,
Shedding His blood for my ransom,
Christ is the Saviour for me.
2. Now I can say I am pardoned,
Happy and justified, free,
Saved by my blessed Redeemer,
This is the Saviour for me.
Saviour of sinners,
Saviour of sinners like me,
Shedding His blood for my ransom,
Christ is the Saviour for me.
3. Just as I was He received me,
Seeking from judgment to flee,
Now there is no condemnation,
This is the Saviour for me.
Saviour of sinners,
Saviour of sinners like me,
Shedding His blood for my ransom,
Christ is the Saviour for me.
4. Soon shall the glory be dawning,
Then His own face I shall see,
Sing, O my soul, in thy gladness,
This is the Saviour for me.
Saviour of sinners,
Saviour of sinners like me,
Shedding His blood for my ransom,
Christ is the Saviour for me.
Written by Heyman Wreford
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I Could not do without thee One of my Favourite Hymns
I could not do without thee
Written by Francis R Havergal
1. I could not do without thee,
O Saviour of the lost,
whose precious blood redeemed me
at such tremendous cost;
thy righteousness, thy pardon,
thy precious blood, must be
my only hope and comfort,
my glory and my plea.
2. I could not do without thee,
I cannot stand alone,
I have no strength or goodness,
no wisdom of my own;
but thou, beloved Saviour,
art all in all to me,
and weakness will be power
if leaning hard on thee.
3. I could not do without thee,
for, oh, the way is long,
and I am often weary,
and sigh replaces song:
how could I do without thee?
I do not know the way;
thou knowest, and thou leadest,
and wilt not let me stray.
4. I could not do without thee,
O Jesus, Saviour dear;
e’en when my eyes are holden,
I know that thou art near;
how dreary and how lonely
this changeful life would be
without the sweet communion,
the secret rest with thee.
5.I could not do without thee;
no other friend can read
the spirit’s strange deep longings,
interpreting its need;
no human heart could enter
each dim recess of mine,
and soothe, and hush, and calm it,
O Blessed Lord, but thine.
6. I could not do without thee,
for years are fleeting fast,
and soon in solemn loneness
the river must be passed;
but thou wilt never leave me,
and though the waves roll high,
I know thou wilt be near me,
and whisper, 'It is I.'
Written by Francis R Havergal
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Jesus Lingers Still Jesus Lingers Still
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1. Jesus lingers still, 'tis for you He waits,
And He's waited for you long;
He waits that heav'n, with its fadeless joy,
May yet to you belong.
[Chorus]
Come and welcome, welcome whosoever will,
'Tis the Saviour's gracious call;
He is able, willing, waiting now to save;
Simply trust Him, that is all.
2. Though your wayward feet have wandered far,
And you're deeply sunk in sin,
Yet in patient grace now the Saviour waits
Your weary heart to win.
Come and welcome, welcome whosoever will,
'Tis the Saviour's gracious call;
He is able, willing, waiting now to save;
Simply trust Him, that is all.
3. Though His gracious call you have oft refused,
And He's sought your trust in vain,
Yet with love unchanged by cold neglect
He is seeking you again.
Come and welcome, welcome whosoever will,
'Tis the Saviour's gracious call;
He is able, willing, waiting now to save;
Simply trust Him, that is all.
4.O surrender now, yield to love divine,
Jesus lingers for you still;
While in grace He says, Come unto Me
Let your answer be, I will!
Come and welcome, welcome whosoever will,
'Tis the Saviour's gracious call;
He is able, willing, waiting now to save;
Simply trust Him, that is all.
Written By W. Lawrence (1868-1942)
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O Lord What Burdens Thou Didst Bare O Lord What Burdens Thou Didst Bare
Written by Mrs A. R. Cousin (1824-1896)
1. O Lord What Burdens Thou Didst Bear !
Our Load was laid on Thee ;
Thou stoodest for the sinner there
To bear all ill for me.
A victim led Thy Blood was shed ;
Now there's no load for me.
2. Death and the curse were inour cup,
O Lord 'twas full for Thee !
But Thou hast drained the last datk drop,
'Tis empty now for me.
That bitter cup --- Love drank it up :
Left but the love for me.
3. The tempest's awful voice was heard :
O Lord, it broke on Thee !
Thine open bosom was my ward,
It bore the storm for me
Thy form was scarred, Thy vissage marred;
Now cloudless peace for me.
4. For me Lord Jesus, Thou hast died,
And I have died with Thee ;
Thou'rt ris'n : my bands are all untied ;
And now Thou liv'st in me.
The Father's face in radiant grace
Shines now in light on me.
Written by Mrs A. R. Cousin (1824-1896)
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Rock Of Ages Cleft for Me Rock Of Ages
Courtesy of wikimedia commons (modified)
Written by Augustus Montague Toplady (1740-1778)
1. Rock of ages cleft for me,
Let me hide myself in Thee;
Let the water and the blood,
From Thy riven side which flowed,
Be of sin the double cure,
Save me from its guilt and power.
2. Not the labor of my hands
Can fulfil Thy law’s demands;
Could my zeal no respite know,
Could my tears forever flow,
All could never sin erase,
Thou must save, and save by grace.
3. Nothing in my hands I bring,
Simply to Thy cross I cling;
Naked, come to Thee for dress,
Helpless, look to Thee for grace:
Foul, I to the fountain fly,
Wash me, Saviour, or I die.
4 While I draw this fleeting breath,
When mine eyes shall close in death,
When I soar to worlds unknown,
See Thee on Thy judgment throne,
Rock of Ages, cleft for me,
Let me hide myself in Thee.
Written by Augustus Montague Toplady (1740-1778)
Pastor Shibu puting a Sister from Pastor Viju's assembly through the waters of Baptism
Love is/Does
- Gives, hoping for nothing in return
- Sacrifices itself for others
- Stands last in the queue
- Gives freely expecting nothing in return
- Encourages
- Kind
- Is free it expects no favours in return
- Sees the best in others
- Reproves
- Rebukes
- Tells the Truth
- Corrects
Love Isn’t/Doesn't
- Isn’t selfish
- Isn’t greedy
- Isn’t mean
- Doesn’t tell tales
- Isn’t spiteful
- Isn’t conditional
- Doesn’t show other people up
- Get Puffed up
This is the Gospel Message.
That God loves mankind despite his fallen nature.
For He made us better than that. He wants you to come to the knowledge of this truth.
Yet man still goes after the lust of his heart, longing for what his eyes see that belongs to another, sinking to deceitful means and even murder to obtain it. Yet when you eventually get what you have longed for, it never satisfies.
WAKE UP BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE.
Ask God to come into your life by admitting you have been trying the wrong way and accept His Son Jesus as your Lord and Saviour, and you will be welcomed with open arms, clothed with the righteousness of Jesus, and a joy and a peace unknown before will fill your very being, for God is Love.
Don’t be deceived;
The troubles in the world are the result of man’s stubbornness, greed, and turning his back on God.
So you are without excuse. You can see Gods creation every day: the beauty of the sunsets, the sky, the trees, everything around you not created by man is amazing, and then you see the destruction caused by man: the wars, the lies, the greed, the hatred. God is not religion. He is our Father, and He loves us so much. He wants us to choose right.
If we don’t because we are too weak, stubborn, or obstinately self-righteous, He will discard us as reprobate for He is creating a New Heaven and a New Earth where wickedness will never be allowed. He has given us all the same choice: to choose Good or to choose Evil.
Choose wisely, my friend.
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