Tag: christianity

My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children.
– Hosea 4:6

Hosea 4:6 says, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge,” but I look around today and I see something different. God has raised up so many good teaching pastors, preachers, and leaders who make the Word clear and practical. I’ve watched people grow in understanding over the years, and it’s something to be proud of. Some have come farther than they ever imagined. But we still have families who hold back. Some won’t take their children to church because of tithing. Some stay home because a spouse doesn’t want to go. Some simply don’t see the value of training their families in the things of God. And that breaks my heart, because our homes need spiritual guidance just as much as they need food and shelter. I’ve lived this myself. My husband didn’t go to church at first. But through steady love, conversation, and prayer, his heart softened. Now he’s been going with me for 17 years. So yes, change is possible. Growth is possible. God can move in any home. We’re not people destroyed for lack of knowledge. We’re people who are learning, growing, and becoming stronger. Let’s keep leading our families with love and truth so the next generation can go even farther.

Father God, thank You and praise You for the teachers, pastors, and leaders who help us grow in Your Word. Thank You for the families who are learning, changing, and coming farther than they ever thought they could know Jesus is our all and all. Help us keep leading our homes with love and truth. Give us patience, wisdom, and steady hearts as we guide our children and encourage our spouses. Let Your knowledge take root in every household and let Your peace fill every room. Love You, thank You in Jesus Precious Name Amen.

I the LORD have called thee in righteousness, and will hold thine hand, and will keep thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, for a light of the Gentiles; To open the blind eyes, to bring out the prisoners from the prison, and them that sit in darkness out of the prison house.
– Isaiah 42:6-7

This is such a powerful passage it carries a tenderness and authority that speaks straight to the heart. Isaiah 42:6–7 is one of those scriptures where God isn’t just giving a command. He’s giving a promise:

“I have called you in righteousness” Your calling isn’t accidental or fragile. It’s rooted in His character, not your strength.

“I will hold your hand” This is one of the most intimate images in Scripture. God doesn’t push from behind or shout from a distance, He holds, guides, steadies, and stays close.

“I will keep you” He protects what He calls. He sustains what He begins. He guards the one He sends.

“A light to the Gentiles” This is God saying, “Your life will shine beyond your own circle.” Your obedience becomes illumination for others.

“To open blind eyes, to bring out prisoners, to free those in darkness”

This is the heart of Jesus’ ministry and the heart of every person who carries His light. It’s restoration. It’s freedom. It’s hope breaking chains.

I like this verse because it has encouraged me, and I believe that God’s light, which guides people out of dark places, will encourage them too. God has a way of sending divine angels right when they’re needed most. May your day be surrounded by the same peace and purpose reflected in this scripture.

Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is wellpleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
– Hebrews 13:20-21

This verse carries such a steadying, gentle strength, the kind that doesn’t shout, but settles into the heart and reminds you that you’re not walking any of this alone. “The God of peace. “When you been carrying so much work, grief, responsibility, and just everyday Holy Hallelujahs. Peace isn’t just a feeling for you; it’s something God brings to you when your own strength is tired. That great shepherd of the sheep.” A shepherd doesn’t just lead, He watches, protects, guides, and goes after the one who’s worn out. Through the blood of the everlasting covenant.” That’s God saying, “My promise to you doesn’t expire. Not in grief. Not in exhaustion. Not in the middle of the day. Make you perfect in every good work.” Not perfect as in flawless, perfect as in equipped, strengthened, guided, held together. Working in you that which is well‑pleasing in His sight.” Even your struggles, you’re working, your everyday journey, God sees all of it. He calls it pleasing. “To whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.” A simple, steady ending. A reminder that God finishes what He starts.

Father God, this morning I lift up every heart that woke up tired, worried, grieving, or unsure of their next step. You see them. You know them. You love them. For the one carrying quiet burdens they don’t talk about, give them peace. For the one who feels alone in a crowded world, wrap them in Your presence. For the one who has been giving and giving with nothing left to pour, restore their strength. For the one grieving a loss that still aches, comfort them with Your gentleness. For the one who feels forgotten or overlooked remind them that You never lose sight of Your children. For the one who is trying their best but feels like it’s not enough, whisper to them that Your grace fills every gap. Jehovah Jireh breathe encouragement into their spirit today. Let them feel hope rise again not loud, not forced, but steady and real. Let them know that life still matters, that their breath still matters, and that You are working in ways they cannot yet see. Bless their steps. Bless their home. Bless their mind. Bless their heart. Let this morning be the beginning of a better day, a lighter day, a day filled with Your peace. Let 2026 be the year that they can say God I know that was you every hour of everyday Thank You in Jesus Precious Name, Amen.

And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favor with God. And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS. He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David:
– Luke 1:30-32

“Fear not, Mary…” Heaven’s first message to her is the same message God still whispers to us: Do not be afraid. Before the miracle, before the calling, before the responsibility, grace comes first.

“Thou hast found favor with God.” Not earned. Not achieved. Found. Favor that rests on her before she ever carries Christ in her womb — the same favor that rests on us because of the One she would carry.

“Thou shalt call his name JESUS.” A name that means The Lord saves. Before He speaks a word, before He performs a miracle, His very name declares His mission.

“He shall be great… the Son of the Highes” Greatness defined not by power, but by humility, the Highest choosing to come through the lowliest door.

“The Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David.” A promise kept. A kingdom not built by force, but by love. A throne not of gold, but of a cross, and then an empty tomb.

The angel’s gesture, Mary’s bowed head. It’s the stillness before the miracle, the hush before heaven sings.

’Twas the Night Before Jesus Was Born‘

’Twas, the night before Christmas, and all through the earth, not a creature was stirring, awaiting His birth. The prophecies whispered, the stars held their breath, as heaven prepared for love’s holy descent.

The stable was silent, the hay softly laid, while Mary and Joseph knelt humbly and prayed. No sleigh bells, no reindeer, no stockings, no tree, just the hush of a promise, and grace’s decree.

The shepherds were watching their flocks in the night, when angels burst forth in glorious light. “Fear not,” they proclaimed, “for good news we bring, a Savior is born, Heaven’s own King!”

No chimney, no cookies, no jolly old elf, just Emmanuel coming to dwell with Himself. Not gifts wrapped in paper, but mercy and peace, not toys, but salvation that never will cease.

He came not with magic, but miracles true, not with red velvet, but skies split in blue. The manger His throne, the cross yet to come, The Lamb wrapped in cloth, God’s own Son.

So now when we gather on Christmas Eve night, let candles be lit with His holy light. Let hearts be the hearth where His love is reborn, for Jesus, not Santa, is why we adorn.

The name Emanuel is of 

Hebrew origin, 

derived from the word 

“Immanuel,” meaning 

“God is with us.” 

It combines 

“Immanu” 

(with us) and “El” (God). 

This name holds 

significant biblical

 importance, 

first appearing

 in the Book of Isaiah 

as a prophetic name 

for the Messiah, 

symbolizing divine 

presence and protection.

May this Christmas Eve

be wrapped in peace,

lit by holy light,

and filled with the quiet

joy of Emmanuel.

For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
– Romans 6:23

“The wages of sin is death”

By trusting in Him, we receive what we could never earn ourselves.

Wages are what we earn or deserve for our actions.

Sin refers to disobedience against God, whether through actions, thoughts, or attitudes.

Death here means both physical death and spiritual separation from God. In other words, sin earns us separation from the source of life.

“But the gift of God is eternal life”

In contrast to wages (something earned), a gift is freely given, not deserved.

Eternal life means not only living forever, but living in perfect fellowship with God, beginning now and continuing beyond death.

“Through Jesus Christ our Lord”

This gift is only possible because of Jesus, His death on the cross paid the penalty of sin, and His resurrection opened the way to eternal life.

The turtle shows our need. The gift box shows God’s provision. The ibis shows our response, worship and gratitude.

🙂 A Morning Blessing🙂
May your day be bright and right,
Let your light so shine, pure, not just polite.
Be care-full, not just careful,
Holding grace in every step,
& kindness in every breath.
Go forth as a gift unwrapped,
A turtle resting on mercy,
An ibis rising in praise.

For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God?
– 1 John 5:4-5

This is such a powerful verse. It’s a reminder that faith isn’t just belief, it’s the very victory that allows us to rise above the weight of the world. To “overcome” here isn’t about escaping challenges but about standing firm in the truth that Jesus is the Son of God.

I love how John ties victory directly to faith, it’s not our strength, our works, or our striving, but our trust in Jesus Christ that conquers. It’s a verse that turns the whole idea of “winning” upside down: victory isn’t about domination, but about surrender to God’s love. Have a nice day! 🙂

Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound: they shall walk, O LORD, in the light of thy countenance. In thy name shall they rejoice all the day: and in thy righteousness shall they be exalted.
– Psalms 89:15-16