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Wednesday 11th March 2026
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John 10:11
“I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep.”
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John 10:11
“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.”
Our Good Shepherd
Jesus’ “I Am” sayings are powerful statements that give us a look into His nature and heart.
First, they reveal something about His mission on earth. But second, they connect Jesus to God the Father. These “I Am” statements connect theologically to Exodus 3:14, when God revealed Himself to Moses as “I Am.”
In John 10, Jesus tells the people that He is the good shepherd. The mark of a good shepherd is that he's willing to lay down his life for his sheep, and Jesus says He is willing to do just that.
Jesus’ statement is in contrast to the religious leaders of His day. The religious leaders would often make things very difficult for followers of God—adding laws and regulations that would actually keep people from Him. Ultimately, they were selfish leaders, considering themselves more important than the people they were leading.
Jesus points out that the highest qualification of a shepherd is selflessness. Jesus is the ultimate shepherd because He truly cares for the people of God. He is like the shepherd in Psalm 23 who leads the sheep by still waters and cares for their souls.
Have you ever considered Jesus as the shepherd of your soul? Jesus desires to walk alongside you in life, caring for your needs and taking care of your heart. He desires to love you, guide you, and lead you to a life of peace.
Jesus isn't a leader that wants to make your life burdensome or difficult. Instead, He wants you to experience freedom and grace. Take a moment to consider Jesus as your shepherd, and thank Him for His love, protection, and grace.
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Tuesday 10th March 2026 Tuesday 10th March 2026
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Proverbs 31:30
“Favour is deceitful he, and beauty is vain: But a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised.”
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Proverbs 31:30
“Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.”
Beauty that Lasts
In God’s infinite wisdom and creativity, He has crafted magnificent things: watercolour sunsets, awe-inspiring mountains, turquoise oceans, and beautiful people.
Proverbs 31 is a well-known chapter in the Bible about a God-fearing, hard-working, generosity-driven woman.
Interestingly, Proverbs 31 was written by a man—specifically, King Lemuel, although it’s technically advice from his mother that he shared when he was king.
Something that’s not obvious in non-Hebrew languages is that verses 10-31 actually make up an acrostic poem—each verse beginning with one of the 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet, successively working their way from aleph to tau (from beginning to end).
Toward the climax of the poem, the author writes:
“Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.”
Proverbs 31:30 NIV
Deep down we know this to be true, don’t we?
No matter how charming or beautiful a woman is, we know that beauty is fleeting. We know that charm will not last. We know that the aging process will eventually run its course.
But there’s barely any mention of this woman’s physical beauty, instead, the focus is on her character—on this woman who fears the Lord.
An earlier Proverb explains that “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom” (Proverbs 9:10)—the humble realization that anything good and wise and pure and true must have come from Him.
So if you know a woman like that—one who loves and respects God, one who honors and cares for people, one who invests wisely and lives purposefully—you might take a moment to thank God for her life. You might even consider how you can be more like her, as she aims to be more like Him.
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Monday 9th March 2026 Monday 9th March 2026
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Proverbs 31:25-26
“Strength and honour are her clothing; And she shall rejoice in time to come. She openeth her mouth with wisdom; And in her tongue is the law of kindness.”
English Standard Version ESV
Proverbs 31:25-26
“Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.”
Even when it hurts…
Are there verses you keep stumbling over again and again?
For me, over the past few months, it’s been Psalm 37:5, a verse I’d love to look at together with you today.
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him, and He will do this.” (Psalm 37:5, NIV)
What does this verse stir up in you? Probably a brief moment where you feel deeply moved and say, “Yes, Lord—here is my life. I trust You.”
But if we’re honest, those are often just moments, and shortly afterward we’ve already forgotten them again… What really stands out to me is the word “commit.” The Hebrew word behind it means: “to roll onto someone,” “to hand over,” or “to lay down.” Wow!
Picture this: A burden is rolled off my shoulders and placed onto God’s shoulders.
WOW—again!
Practically speaking, this means I stop trying to control everything internally, and I give God the right to lead—even in ways that are different from what I want.
Jesus Himself is our greatest example here. In the greatest pain imaginable, He still said:
“My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as You will.”
(Matthew 26:39, NIV)
Are we really ready to say these words—and truly mean them?
It’s easy to say, “Here is my life, I trust You,” but are we aware that this also means, “Not my will, but Your will be done—even if it hurts?”
Anyone who can do that has truly understood this:
Even when it hurts, God still means it for good!
Are you ready to say that today and, by doing so, place the burden of your life onto God?
Honestly, it’s a pretty good deal. 😉 Think about it, and remember…
You are a miracle!
Déborah Rosenkranz
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Sunday 8th March 2026 Sunday 8th March 2026
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Proverbs 31:25-26
“Strength and honour are her clothing; And she shall rejoice in time to come. She openeth her mouth with wisdom; And in her tongue is the law of kindness.”
English Standard Version ESV
Proverbs 31:25-26
“Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.”
Even when it hurts…
Are there verses you keep stumbling over again and again?
For me, over the past few months, it’s been Psalm 37:5, a verse I’d love to look at together with you today.
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him, and He will do this.” (Psalm 37:5, NIV)
What does this verse stir up in you? Probably a brief moment where you feel deeply moved and say, “Yes, Lord—here is my life. I trust You.”
But if we’re honest, those are often just moments, and shortly afterward we’ve already forgotten them again… What really stands out to me is the word “commit.” The Hebrew word behind it means: “to roll onto someone,” “to hand over,” or “to lay down.” Wow!
Picture this: A burden is rolled off my shoulders and placed onto God’s shoulders.
WOW—again!
Practically speaking, this means I stop trying to control everything internally, and I give God the right to lead—even in ways that are different from what I want.
Jesus Himself is our greatest example here. In the greatest pain imaginable, He still said:
“My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as You will.”
(Matthew 26:39, NIV)
Are we really ready to say these words—and truly mean them?
It’s easy to say, “Here is my life, I trust You,” but are we aware that this also means, “Not my will, but Your will be done—even if it hurts?”
Anyone who can do that has truly understood this:
Even when it hurts, God still means it for good!
Are you ready to say that today and, by doing so, place the burden of your life onto God?
Honestly, it’s a pretty good deal. 😉 Think about it, and remember…
You are a miracle!
Déborah Rosenkranzb
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Saturday 7th March 2026 Saturday 7th March 2026
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2 Thessalonians 3:3
“But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil.”
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2 Thessalonians 3:3
“But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one.
Always Faithful
Every season of life has ups and downs, positive and negative situations. On top of that, there are spiritual powers in this world that are trying to get us to lose hope.
In the midst of difficult seasons, or even persecution, it can be easy to forget that God is still present with us. He does not abandon us in the midst of suffering. Rather, He strengthens us and walks with us through the pain.
The church in Thessalonica experienced a very similar situation. As they were praying for the gospel to spread across their region, they encountered suffering and opposition. Paul writes to the members of these churches to not only encourage them, but to remind them of God’s character.
"But the Lord is faithful, he will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one."
2 Thessalonians 3:3
Paul tells them first that the Lord is faithful. This means that God doesn’t change—He is consistent in His character. If He was good and merciful yesterday, He will be good and merciful again today.
It also means that He fulfills His promises. God is faithful to do what He says He is going to do. He is not like a human who changes his mind when things get difficult.
Second, Paul tells these believers that God will strengthen them and protect them in the midst of what they’re experiencing. Paul does not tell them they will never experience evil, but rather—that God will be with them in the midst of it.
Because God never changes, He is able to strengthen and protect us through every experience in life. So take some time to thank God for His strength and faithfulness. Ask Him to help you, and to give you confidence in His power.
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Friday 6th March 2026 Friday 6th March 2026
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2 Corinthians 4:18
“while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.”
English Standard Version ESV
2 Corinthians 4:18
“as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.”
There is More
There are plenty of things we can see: trees, stars, mountains, oceans, people, penguins, our best friend's smile, elephants, skyscrapers, coffee beans, sunsets, and tulips, to name a few.
God created all those things. He made the natural world, as well as the laws that govern it.
But there are also things we cannot see: behind the breath of the wind, beyond the depths of the universe, beneath the foundations of love. Through Christ, all things were created—in heaven and on earth, both visible and invisible (Colossians 1:16).
And while our mortal eyes might not be able to see the wind or infrared light or the Spirit of God, we still experience their effects. Because there’s more than what meets the eye. There’s more beyond this life.
Paul’s friends, the Corinthians, were experiencing great hardship. They were being hunted and persecuted because of what they believed about Jesus—that He was the long-awaited Messiah. Some were even facing death. But Paul encouraged them to endure such fleeting trials with a hope that’s beyond this world. He wrote:
“So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.”
2 Corinthians 4:18 NIV
Human eyes can only see so much. Human minds can only grasp so much. But we can trust God with all that we cannot see or comprehend.
God is real. We might not be able to see Him today, with our physical eyes, but we can experience the effects of His life. Jesus sacrificed Himself so that you might live, and an abundant life awaits you—both on earth and in heaven. There is more beyond the here and now.
So, will you fix your eyes on what’s seen or unseen? Will you trust your five senses, or have the sense to trust in Him?
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Thursday 5th March 2026 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
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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.
English Standard Version ESV
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.
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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