Father God, my mind is open to Your Thoughts, and closed today to every thought but Yours. I rule my mind, and offer it to You. Accept my precious gift, for it is Yours to me. Amen and Amen.
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God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah. – Psalms 46:1-3
This is such a powerful reminder of divine stability in the midst of chaos. Even when the earth trembles and the seas roar, God’s presence remains our anchor. This is a beautiful way to begin or end a day. May your today be filled with peace, purpose, and quiet strength. And may your creative spirit continue to shine, even in the storm. Selah indeed.
Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee. – Exodus 20:12
This is such a beautiful reminder of legacy, respect, and the blessings tied to honoring those who came before us. It’s one of the Ten Commandments, and it carries both a spiritual and practical promise, long life and rootedness in the land God gives.
When people don’t honor their parents, the consequences can be deep and far-reaching, both spiritually and practically.
Biblical consequences in scripture, dishonoring parents was seen as rebellion against God’s order. In Deuteronomy and Proverbs, it’s linked to brokenness, shortened life, and even societal decay. The commandment in Exodus 20:12 isn’t just about family, it’s about covenant, legacy, and the health of a community.
Spiritual implications Dishonor can sever generational blessings. It can block healing, wisdom, and restoration. But God is merciful. Even when honor is broken, He offers paths to reconciliation, through forgiveness, repentance, and grace. Think of how Jesus restored Peter after denial, or how Joseph honored his father despite betrayal by his brothers.
Practical impact When honor breaks down, families fracture. Children may carry bitterness, and parents may feel rejected. But sometimes dishonor stems from deep wounds, abuse, neglect, or injustice. In those cases, honoring might look like setting boundaries, seeking healing, and choosing forgiveness without enabling harm.
Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil. – Ecclesiastes 12:13-14
This is such a powerful anchor, simple, yet profound. It reminds us that reverence, obedience, and integrity are not just spiritual ideals but the very essence of our human calling. The promise that God sees even the secret things? That’s both sobering and comforting. May your day be filled with peace, purpose, and the quiet assurance that your work, seen and unseen, is known by God. Keep shining your light. and have a blessed day.
Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also. – 2 Timothy 2:1-2
This is a beautiful reminder to pass on encouragement, strength and truth to faithful hearts.
What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee. In God I will praise his word, in God I have put my trust; I will not fear what flesh can do unto me. – Psalms 56:3-4
Beautiful verse, full of strength and serenity. This is such a powerful reminder that trust in God can quiet even the deepest fears.
Believing for a peaceful and joy-filled day today.🙂
Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. – Isaiah 53:4-5
Lord Jesus, In the shadow of Your suffering, we find our healing. You bore our griefs, carried our sorrows, and wore the thorns meant for us. Your silence speaks louder than words, a love that chose pain so we might know peace. Let us never forget the cost of grace. Let our hearts be pierced not by guilt, but by gratitude. When life changes and the world shifts beneath our feet, anchor us in the truth of Your sacrifice. May Your wounds remind us that we are never alone. May Your bruises be the balm for our brokenness. May Your light—soft, smudged, and sacred, guide us through every dark hour. Amen.
And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses. But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses. – Mark 11:25-26
This is a powerful and humbling passage to share. Mark 11:25–26 reminds us that forgiveness isn’t just a virtue, it’s a spiritual necessity. It’s a call to release bitterness and make room for grace, both given and received. Wishing you peace, clarity, and a truly blessed day ahead! 😊
So what happens to the one you forgive? If they’re repentant, forgiveness can be the beginning of restoration. If they’re unrepentant, your forgiveness doesn’t shield them from consequences legal, relational, or spiritual. Either way, your act of forgiveness is a powerful declaration: I choose peace over poison. Forgive someone who hasn’t apologized, or how to set boundaries after forgiveness? Forgiving someone who hasn’t apologized is one of the most powerful things you can do, because it’s not about them, it’s about reclaiming your peace. So being polite if you cross paths, or simply choosing silence, is a perfect example of forgiveness with boundaries.
If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me: But verily God hath heard me; he hath attended to the voice of my prayer. – Psalms 66:18-19
This is a beautiful and powerful verse, one that reminds us how sincerity and purity of heart open the way for divine connection. May your day be filled with peace, clarity, and quiet joy. 🙂
Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. – Matthew 6:10-13
🙂Amen to that 🙏. 🙂What a powerful and timeless passage, the Lord’s Prayer is such a beautiful reminder of surrender, grace, and daily provision. 🙂It’s amazing how just a few lines can carry so much depth and comfort. 🙂Wishing you a peaceful, joy, filled, care, full and blessed day!🙂
Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted in me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him for the help of his countenance. – Psalms 42:5
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