• TODAY'S KINGDOM INSIGHTS:

    SERMON TOPIC:

    WHEN TRUTH MEETS GRACE.

    Main Text:
    John 1:14, 17

    «“And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us... full of grace and truth.” — John 1:14»

    «“For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ.” — John 1:17»

    TWO SIDES OF THE CROSS.

    There are two dangerous extremes in Christianity.
    One says, “Tell people the truth, no matter how you hurt them.”
    The other says, “Just show them love; don't confront anything.”
    But Jesus did something greater.
    Jesus was full of grace AND truth.
    Truth without grace can become harshness.
    Grace without truth can become compromise.
    Truth tells us what is wrong. Grace shows us that we can be made right.
    Truth exposes the wound; grace brings healing to the wound.
    Truth says, “You have sinned.”
    Grace says, “There is forgiveness.”
    Truth says, “You must change.”
    Grace says, “God will help you change.”
    Truth reveals our condition. Grace reveals God's compassion.
    That is what happens when truth meets grace.
    1. TRUTH REVEALS WHAT GRACE COMES TO HEAL
    John 8:32 — “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”
    Truth is not always comfortable, but it is necessary.
    A doctor cannot treat a sickness that the patient refuses to acknowledge.
    In the same way, we cannot experience spiritual transformation while continually denying our spiritual condition.

    The Word of God tells us:

    - If we are living in sin, truth calls it sin.
    - If we are walking in bitterness, truth exposes it.
    - If pride is controlling us, truth confronts it.
    - If unforgiveness has taken root, truth reveals it.
    But God does not reveal our condition to destroy us.
    He reveals it so that His grace can transform us.
    Spiritual Insight
    Conviction is not rejection.
    When the Holy Spirit shows you something that needs to change, He is not saying, “I have abandoned you.”
    He is saying, “I love you too much to leave you like this.”
    2. GRACE DOES NOT CANCEL
    TRUTH.
    One of the greatest misunderstandings about grace is that grace means God does not care about our behavior.
    That is not biblical.
    Romans 6:1–2 asks:
    «“Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? God forbid.”»
    Grace does not give us permission to remain in sin.
    Grace gives us power to overcome sin.
    A person who truly encounters grace does not say:
    «“Because God forgives me, I can do whatever I want.”»
    Instead, he says:
    «“Because God has forgiven me, I want to live differently.”»
    Grace does not lower God's standard.
    Grace gives us the strength to pursue God's standard.
    3. TRUTH WITHOUT LOVE CAN PUSH PEOPLE AWAY
    Ephesians 4:15 teaches us to speak the truth in love.
    Notice that Scripture does not say:
    “Speak truth anyhow.”
    It says:
    “Speak the truth in love.”
    There are people who are correct in what they say but wrong in how they say it.
    You can win an argument and lose a soul.
    You can prove someone wrong and still fail to show them Christ.
    Jesus never compromised truth, but He also never treated broken people as worthless.

    Biblical Example:

    The Woman Caught in Adultery

    Read John 8:1–11.
    The religious leaders brought a woman caught in adultery before Jesus.
    They wanted judgment.
    Jesus gave her something greater than condemnation—an opportunity for transformation.
    He did not say:
    «“What you did doesn't matter.”»
    Neither did He say:
    «“You are hopeless.”»
    Jesus told her:
    “Go, and sin no more.”
    That is truth and grace working together.
    Grace did not approve her sin. Grace gave her a future beyond her sin.
    4. JESUS IS THE PERFECT MEETING POINT OF TRUTH AND GRACE
    John 1:14 says Jesus was:
    «“full of grace and truth.”»
    Not half grace and half truth.
    Full of grace. Full of truth.
    Jesus could look at Zacchaeus and say, “Come down.”
    Then He could enter his house and bring salvation.
    Jesus could confront Peter's failure and still restore Peter to ministry.
    Jesus could confront Thomas's doubt and still invite him closer.
    Jesus could confront Saul's persecution of the Church and transform him into Paul, a powerful apostle.
    This is the Gospel:
    God does not ignore our brokenness, but neither does He abandon us because of it.
    At the cross, truth and grace met.
    Truth declared:
    Sin must be judged.
    Grace declared:
    God Himself will provide the sacrifice.
    And Jesus became that sacrifice.
    5. WE MUST LEARN TO LIVE WITH BOTH TRUTH AND GRACE
    As Christians, we must become people who carry both.
    In our homes
    Tell your children the truth, but correct them with love.
    In the church
    Teach holiness, but never make struggling people feel that restoration is impossible.
    In relationships
    Be honest, but do not use honesty as an excuse for cruelty.
    On social media
    Stand for biblical truth, but do not become known for insulting people.
    In evangelism
    Tell people about sin, judgment, repentance and holiness—but also tell them about the mercy, forgiveness and salvation found in Jesus Christ.
    The goal is not merely to expose people.
    The goal is to lead people to Christ.

    REAL-LIFE PICTURE:

    THE MIRROR AND THE SOAP

    Imagine someone standing before a mirror with a dirty face.
    The mirror shows the dirt.
    But the mirror cannot wash the face.
    That is what truth does.
    Truth shows us who we are and where we have fallen.
    But then grace comes like water and soap.
    Grace says:
    “You don't have to remain this way.”
    The mirror is necessary.
    The washing is necessary.
    Truth and grace belong together.

    DEEP SPIRITUAL INSIGHTS

    1. Truth without grace produces condemnation.
    People may know they are wrong but believe they are beyond redemption.
    2. Grace without truth produces deception.
    People may feel comfortable while continuing in destructive patterns.
    3. Truth brings conviction; grace brings restoration.
    The Holy Spirit exposes sin so that Christ can restore the sinner.
    4. Grace is not God's approval of our past.
    Grace is God's invitation into a transformed future.
    5. Mature Christianity knows how to confront without destroying.
    Spiritual maturity is not merely knowing Scripture.
    It is knowing how to apply Scripture with the character of Christ.

    PRACTICAL ACTION STEPS

    This week:

    1. Allow God's truth to examine you.
    Read Psalm 139:23–24 and ask God to reveal areas that need correction.
    2. Stop using grace as an excuse.
    Identify one habit or attitude that God is calling you to surrender.
    3. Correct someone with love.
    If confrontation is necessary, pray first. Speak truth without humiliation.
    4. Forgive someone who has failed you.
    Remember the grace you have received from God.
    5. Share the Gospel with someone.
    Tell them both the truth about sin and the good news of salvation through Christ.
    6. Examine your social media behavior.
    Before posting or commenting, ask:
    “Am I representing Christ, or am I merely trying to win an argument?”

    QUESTIONS FOR REFLECTION

    1. Do I usually emphasize truth while neglecting grace?
    2. Do I use grace as an excuse to tolerate sin?
    3. Can people see the character of Christ in the way I correct them?
    4. Is there an area of my life where God is asking me to change?
    5. Have I received God's grace personally, or am I only talking about it?
    6. Who needs truth from me today?
    7. Who needs grace from me today?

    POWERFUL PRAYER POINTS

    1.
    Father, give me the courage to accept Your truth, even when it confronts me.
    2.
    Lord Jesus, deliver me from every attitude that uses grace as an excuse for sin.
    3.
    Holy Spirit, teach me to speak the truth in love.
    4.
    Father, heal every area of my life that Your truth has exposed.
    5.
    Lord, give me grace to forgive those who have hurt me.
    6.
    Father, remove pride, bitterness, hypocrisy and self-righteousness from my heart.
    7.
    Lord Jesus, make my life a testimony of both holiness and compassion.
    8.
    Let everyone who encounters me encounter something of the character of Christ.
    9.
    Father, give me wisdom to know when to confront, when to correct, when to forgive and when to remain silent.
    10.
    Lord, let Your truth set me free and let Your grace transform me completely.

    COME TO JESUS

    Perhaps truth has exposed something in your life today.
    Do not run from it.
    Run to Jesus.
    Maybe you have failed.
    Grace is still available.
    Maybe you have wandered away.
    Grace is calling you home.
    Maybe you have been hiding behind religious activity while your heart is far from God.
    Truth is calling you back.
    Maybe you have been using grace to justify what God has asked you to surrender.
    Truth is calling you to repentance.
    And perhaps you have been condemning yourself because of your past.
    Grace is telling you that your story is not over.
    At Calvary, truth and grace met.
    Your sin was serious enough to require the cross.
    But God's love was great enough to provide the cross.
    So today, do not choose between truth and grace.
    Receive both.
    Let truth correct you.
    Let grace restore you.
    Let truth make you honest.
    Let grace make you humble.
    Let truth lead you to repentance.
    Let grace lead you into restoration.
    And above everything else—

    LET JESUS CHRIST BE THE PLACE WHERE TRUTH AND GRACE MEET IN YOUR LIFE.

    FINAL DECLARATION

    “I will not run from God's truth, and I will not abuse God's grace. I will walk in truth, live by grace, speak the truth in love, and become more like Jesus every day. Amen!”

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    TODAY'S KINGDOM INSIGHTS: SERMON TOPIC: WHEN TRUTH MEETS GRACE. Main Text: John 1:14, 17 «“And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us... full of grace and truth.” — John 1:14» «“For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ.” — John 1:17» TWO SIDES OF THE CROSS. There are two dangerous extremes in Christianity. One says, “Tell people the truth, no matter how you hurt them.” The other says, “Just show them love; don't confront anything.” But Jesus did something greater. Jesus was full of grace AND truth. Truth without grace can become harshness. Grace without truth can become compromise. Truth tells us what is wrong. Grace shows us that we can be made right. Truth exposes the wound; grace brings healing to the wound. Truth says, “You have sinned.” Grace says, “There is forgiveness.” Truth says, “You must change.” Grace says, “God will help you change.” Truth reveals our condition. Grace reveals God's compassion. That is what happens when truth meets grace. 1. TRUTH REVEALS WHAT GRACE COMES TO HEAL John 8:32 — “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” Truth is not always comfortable, but it is necessary. A doctor cannot treat a sickness that the patient refuses to acknowledge. In the same way, we cannot experience spiritual transformation while continually denying our spiritual condition. The Word of God tells us: - If we are living in sin, truth calls it sin. - If we are walking in bitterness, truth exposes it. - If pride is controlling us, truth confronts it. - If unforgiveness has taken root, truth reveals it. But God does not reveal our condition to destroy us. He reveals it so that His grace can transform us. Spiritual Insight Conviction is not rejection. When the Holy Spirit shows you something that needs to change, He is not saying, “I have abandoned you.” He is saying, “I love you too much to leave you like this.” 2. GRACE DOES NOT CANCEL TRUTH. One of the greatest misunderstandings about grace is that grace means God does not care about our behavior. That is not biblical. Romans 6:1–2 asks: «“Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? God forbid.”» Grace does not give us permission to remain in sin. Grace gives us power to overcome sin. A person who truly encounters grace does not say: «“Because God forgives me, I can do whatever I want.”» Instead, he says: «“Because God has forgiven me, I want to live differently.”» Grace does not lower God's standard. Grace gives us the strength to pursue God's standard. 3. TRUTH WITHOUT LOVE CAN PUSH PEOPLE AWAY Ephesians 4:15 teaches us to speak the truth in love. Notice that Scripture does not say: “Speak truth anyhow.” It says: “Speak the truth in love.” There are people who are correct in what they say but wrong in how they say it. You can win an argument and lose a soul. You can prove someone wrong and still fail to show them Christ. Jesus never compromised truth, but He also never treated broken people as worthless. Biblical Example: The Woman Caught in Adultery Read John 8:1–11. The religious leaders brought a woman caught in adultery before Jesus. They wanted judgment. Jesus gave her something greater than condemnation—an opportunity for transformation. He did not say: «“What you did doesn't matter.”» Neither did He say: «“You are hopeless.”» Jesus told her: “Go, and sin no more.” That is truth and grace working together. Grace did not approve her sin. Grace gave her a future beyond her sin. 4. JESUS IS THE PERFECT MEETING POINT OF TRUTH AND GRACE John 1:14 says Jesus was: «“full of grace and truth.”» Not half grace and half truth. Full of grace. Full of truth. Jesus could look at Zacchaeus and say, “Come down.” Then He could enter his house and bring salvation. Jesus could confront Peter's failure and still restore Peter to ministry. Jesus could confront Thomas's doubt and still invite him closer. Jesus could confront Saul's persecution of the Church and transform him into Paul, a powerful apostle. This is the Gospel: God does not ignore our brokenness, but neither does He abandon us because of it. At the cross, truth and grace met. Truth declared: Sin must be judged. Grace declared: God Himself will provide the sacrifice. And Jesus became that sacrifice. 5. WE MUST LEARN TO LIVE WITH BOTH TRUTH AND GRACE As Christians, we must become people who carry both. In our homes Tell your children the truth, but correct them with love. In the church Teach holiness, but never make struggling people feel that restoration is impossible. In relationships Be honest, but do not use honesty as an excuse for cruelty. On social media Stand for biblical truth, but do not become known for insulting people. In evangelism Tell people about sin, judgment, repentance and holiness—but also tell them about the mercy, forgiveness and salvation found in Jesus Christ. The goal is not merely to expose people. The goal is to lead people to Christ. REAL-LIFE PICTURE: THE MIRROR AND THE SOAP Imagine someone standing before a mirror with a dirty face. The mirror shows the dirt. But the mirror cannot wash the face. That is what truth does. Truth shows us who we are and where we have fallen. But then grace comes like water and soap. Grace says: “You don't have to remain this way.” The mirror is necessary. The washing is necessary. Truth and grace belong together. DEEP SPIRITUAL INSIGHTS 1. Truth without grace produces condemnation. People may know they are wrong but believe they are beyond redemption. 2. Grace without truth produces deception. People may feel comfortable while continuing in destructive patterns. 3. Truth brings conviction; grace brings restoration. The Holy Spirit exposes sin so that Christ can restore the sinner. 4. Grace is not God's approval of our past. Grace is God's invitation into a transformed future. 5. Mature Christianity knows how to confront without destroying. Spiritual maturity is not merely knowing Scripture. It is knowing how to apply Scripture with the character of Christ. PRACTICAL ACTION STEPS This week: 1. Allow God's truth to examine you. Read Psalm 139:23–24 and ask God to reveal areas that need correction. 2. Stop using grace as an excuse. Identify one habit or attitude that God is calling you to surrender. 3. Correct someone with love. If confrontation is necessary, pray first. Speak truth without humiliation. 4. Forgive someone who has failed you. Remember the grace you have received from God. 5. Share the Gospel with someone. Tell them both the truth about sin and the good news of salvation through Christ. 6. Examine your social media behavior. Before posting or commenting, ask: “Am I representing Christ, or am I merely trying to win an argument?” QUESTIONS FOR REFLECTION 1. Do I usually emphasize truth while neglecting grace? 2. Do I use grace as an excuse to tolerate sin? 3. Can people see the character of Christ in the way I correct them? 4. Is there an area of my life where God is asking me to change? 5. Have I received God's grace personally, or am I only talking about it? 6. Who needs truth from me today? 7. Who needs grace from me today? POWERFUL PRAYER POINTS 1. Father, give me the courage to accept Your truth, even when it confronts me. 2. Lord Jesus, deliver me from every attitude that uses grace as an excuse for sin. 3. Holy Spirit, teach me to speak the truth in love. 4. Father, heal every area of my life that Your truth has exposed. 5. Lord, give me grace to forgive those who have hurt me. 6. Father, remove pride, bitterness, hypocrisy and self-righteousness from my heart. 7. Lord Jesus, make my life a testimony of both holiness and compassion. 8. Let everyone who encounters me encounter something of the character of Christ. 9. Father, give me wisdom to know when to confront, when to correct, when to forgive and when to remain silent. 10. Lord, let Your truth set me free and let Your grace transform me completely. COME TO JESUS Perhaps truth has exposed something in your life today. Do not run from it. Run to Jesus. Maybe you have failed. Grace is still available. Maybe you have wandered away. Grace is calling you home. Maybe you have been hiding behind religious activity while your heart is far from God. Truth is calling you back. Maybe you have been using grace to justify what God has asked you to surrender. Truth is calling you to repentance. And perhaps you have been condemning yourself because of your past. Grace is telling you that your story is not over. At Calvary, truth and grace met. Your sin was serious enough to require the cross. But God's love was great enough to provide the cross. So today, do not choose between truth and grace. Receive both. Let truth correct you. Let grace restore you. Let truth make you honest. Let grace make you humble. Let truth lead you to repentance. Let grace lead you into restoration. And above everything else— LET JESUS CHRIST BE THE PLACE WHERE TRUTH AND GRACE MEET IN YOUR LIFE. FINAL DECLARATION “I will not run from God's truth, and I will not abuse God's grace. I will walk in truth, live by grace, speak the truth in love, and become more like Jesus every day. Amen!” If you have not given your life to Jesus kindly do so by joining a Bible believing Church. You can get inspirational ebooks from my selar/Amazon shops below https://selar.com/m/umoh-edem1 https://selar.com/m/umoedem https://www.amazon.com/author/umohedembooks https://afrikdp.com/author/umohedem-9128 CONTACT - WhatsApp +2349024173027, +2349055447540 Email pastor.umoedem@gmail.com Join our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/share/1HZA5cQsuy/
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  • So all bore witness to Him, and marveled at the gracious words which proceeded out of His mouth. And they said, “Is this not Joseph’s son?”

    Luke 4:22 ɴᴋᴊᴠ

    The Son of God begins His public ministry by teaching the Word of God in the Jewish synagogues. One example is in Nazareth. When He preaches there, the people are at first amazed at His wisdom and the words of grace He speaks to them. But it only takes a few minutes before the mood changes and they start to get angry with Him. Why? Because His words are not only pleasant but also seasoned with salt. That is why they suddenly say, “‘Is this not the carpenter, the Son of Mary and brother of James, Joses, Judas, and Simon? And are not His sisters here with us?’ So they were offended at Him” (Mk. 6:3).

    How does He deal with the fact that people think so disdainfully of Him and see in Him nothing more than a common carpenter? Is He upset by their behavior? Not at all. Instead, He calmly presents to them a sad but true principle: it is written that Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his own country, among his own relatives, and in his own house” (Mk. 6:4). He does not threaten them with judgment or rebuke them harshly.

    Instead, He accepts with meekness from the hand of God the rejection He experiences from these people, before whose eyes He had lived for so long. With this attitude of heart, He simply moves on through the surrounding villages and continues His ministry. Even today, it is not uncommon for a servant of the Lord to be more appreciated in another place and country than at home, where they have been known from an early age and where they may be misjudged or met with envy and jealousy.

    Philip Svetlik


    Mighty King, with glory crowned,
    Rightful Heir and Lord of all:Once rejected, scorned, disowned,
    E’en by those Thou cam’st to call.


    Richard Holden


    https://gbv-online.org/calendar/773/date/2026-08-19
    So all bore witness to Him, and marveled at the gracious words which proceeded out of His mouth. And they said, “Is this not Joseph’s son?” Luke 4:22 ɴᴋᴊᴠ The Son of God begins His public ministry by teaching the Word of God in the Jewish synagogues. One example is in Nazareth. When He preaches there, the people are at first amazed at His wisdom and the words of grace He speaks to them. But it only takes a few minutes before the mood changes and they start to get angry with Him. Why? Because His words are not only pleasant but also seasoned with salt. That is why they suddenly say, “‘Is this not the carpenter, the Son of Mary and brother of James, Joses, Judas, and Simon? And are not His sisters here with us?’ So they were offended at Him” (Mk. 6:3). How does He deal with the fact that people think so disdainfully of Him and see in Him nothing more than a common carpenter? Is He upset by their behavior? Not at all. Instead, He calmly presents to them a sad but true principle: it is written that Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his own country, among his own relatives, and in his own house” (Mk. 6:4). He does not threaten them with judgment or rebuke them harshly. Instead, He accepts with meekness from the hand of God the rejection He experiences from these people, before whose eyes He had lived for so long. With this attitude of heart, He simply moves on through the surrounding villages and continues His ministry. Even today, it is not uncommon for a servant of the Lord to be more appreciated in another place and country than at home, where they have been known from an early age and where they may be misjudged or met with envy and jealousy. Philip Svetlik Mighty King, with glory crowned, Rightful Heir and Lord of all:Once rejected, scorned, disowned, E’en by those Thou cam’st to call. Richard Holden https://gbv-online.org/calendar/773/date/2026-08-19
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  • My God, I did not thank You because I have so much,
    but because so much of what I have has become ordinary to me,
    and still, You have not taken it away.

    I thank You for the things I no longer ask for,
    because I have grown accustomed to finding them
    whenever I open my eyes each morning.

    For a home I return to,
    until I began to believe that returning was something I was entitled to.

    For a body that carries me through every day,
    until I forgot to thank You simply because it does not hurt.

    For faces I love, still where they have always been.
    For voices I can still hear,
    until I forgot that somewhere, someone is longing
    to hear just one more word from a voice they have lost.

    How many blessings do we never thank You for
    simply because they never changed?

    We mistake stability for something ordinary,
    protection for something passing,
    peace for something we deserve,
    and the people we love for a permanent part of life.

    Until one of them is gone.

    And only then do we realize, too late,
    that it was never ordinary at all.

    My God, teach me not to wait for loss
    to understand the value of what You have given me.

    Not to wait for sickness
    to understand the gift of health.

    Not to wait for loneliness
    to understand the blessing of companionship.

    Not to wait for fear
    to understand the meaning of safety.

    Teach me to see the blessing while it is still here,
    and to thank You for what I have stopped noticing.

    Not because I am afraid of losing it,
    but because I finally understand
    that its staying was never something ordinary.

    Perhaps the greatest of Your blessings
    are the ones we do not even have the courage to call blessings,

    because we have grown so accustomed to their presence
    that we began to believe they were ours by right.

    And how much of what we called our right
    was, in truth…

    mercy.
    My God, I did not thank You because I have so much, but because so much of what I have has become ordinary to me, and still, You have not taken it away. I thank You for the things I no longer ask for, because I have grown accustomed to finding them whenever I open my eyes each morning. For a home I return to, until I began to believe that returning was something I was entitled to. For a body that carries me through every day, until I forgot to thank You simply because it does not hurt. For faces I love, still where they have always been. For voices I can still hear, until I forgot that somewhere, someone is longing to hear just one more word from a voice they have lost. How many blessings do we never thank You for simply because they never changed? We mistake stability for something ordinary, protection for something passing, peace for something we deserve, and the people we love for a permanent part of life. Until one of them is gone. And only then do we realize, too late, that it was never ordinary at all. My God, teach me not to wait for loss to understand the value of what You have given me. Not to wait for sickness to understand the gift of health. Not to wait for loneliness to understand the blessing of companionship. Not to wait for fear to understand the meaning of safety. Teach me to see the blessing while it is still here, and to thank You for what I have stopped noticing. Not because I am afraid of losing it, but because I finally understand that its staying was never something ordinary. Perhaps the greatest of Your blessings are the ones we do not even have the courage to call blessings, because we have grown so accustomed to their presence that we began to believe they were ours by right. And how much of what we called our right was, in truth… mercy.
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  • Thank you for watching. Children's homes play an important role in helping children and families in need. Today Chris Doughtie of Tennessee Children’s Home to discuss the need for these homes and the services they offer.

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  • A Christian home is a home that chooses God.

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  • Pilgrims of God

    I was wandering the desert
    Lost without hope for now I roam
    Crushed beneath the pressure
    Wanting a place I could call home
    I was drowning in my sorrow
    Up to my kneck in sin
    Looking for somebody
    Who I respect- a friend
    I was desperate for a treasure
    Never bought and can't be sold
    But stuck inside a prison
    And the devil had a hold
    I couldn't see my way out
    And I was just about to fold
    Till then heard of a savior
    Who purchased every soul
    He promised life in heaven
    I knew I could not say no
    Many of us were called there
    Only a few of us would go
    I left behind the old life
    And stepped into the light
    The darkness wasnt happy
    so it scuffled and tried to fight
    I held onto the rugged cross
    Grappled to it with all my might
    Took a little bit of time
    And the darkness left my sight
    I passed up all the lost souls
    I tried to grab them if I could
    I talked about the gospel
    As I knew a Christian should
    I saw them as did Jesus
    In the valley on a slope
    Up top of God's mountain
    I tossed down to them a rope
    The flames of hell roared higher
    Nearly devoured some to nought
    I rejoiced to all the heavens
    About the few of them I caught
    The angels played a trumpet
    A couple instruments with strings
    I heard the choir bellow
    Out a hymnal they did sing
    See heaven is the treasure
    The Holy Ghost bestow a ring
    Some claimed to know all mysteries
    yet still slow to know a thing
    And didnt know the calling
    So quickly fell from Grace
    Dont buy into this life of sin
    Nor after riches niether chase
    Dont forfeit to hell your precious soul
    For if so your life you waste
    Just call out now to Jesus
    Bow your head and seek his face
    He loves you very much
    This world is but a bitter taste
    see Jesus is enough
    He knows your every hurt....
    And carries all your sorrow
    Ask for His safety here and now
    For you may not see tomorrow
    Listen to the preachers words
    Of life beyond the veil
    Take heed to travel down this path
    Forsake the broken trail
    And you will live in glory of the Father
    you should know
    That Jesus has a plan for you
    And your eternal soul

    By Clifton Wagner
    Gospel Poetry Foundation







    Pilgrims of God I was wandering the desert Lost without hope for now I roam Crushed beneath the pressure Wanting a place I could call home I was drowning in my sorrow Up to my kneck in sin Looking for somebody Who I respect- a friend I was desperate for a treasure Never bought and can't be sold But stuck inside a prison And the devil had a hold I couldn't see my way out And I was just about to fold Till then heard of a savior Who purchased every soul He promised life in heaven I knew I could not say no Many of us were called there Only a few of us would go I left behind the old life And stepped into the light The darkness wasnt happy so it scuffled and tried to fight I held onto the rugged cross Grappled to it with all my might Took a little bit of time And the darkness left my sight I passed up all the lost souls I tried to grab them if I could I talked about the gospel As I knew a Christian should I saw them as did Jesus In the valley on a slope Up top of God's mountain I tossed down to them a rope The flames of hell roared higher Nearly devoured some to nought I rejoiced to all the heavens About the few of them I caught The angels played a trumpet A couple instruments with strings I heard the choir bellow Out a hymnal they did sing See heaven is the treasure The Holy Ghost bestow a ring Some claimed to know all mysteries yet still slow to know a thing And didnt know the calling So quickly fell from Grace Dont buy into this life of sin Nor after riches niether chase Dont forfeit to hell your precious soul For if so your life you waste Just call out now to Jesus Bow your head and seek his face He loves you very much This world is but a bitter taste see Jesus is enough He knows your every hurt.... And carries all your sorrow Ask for His safety here and now For you may not see tomorrow Listen to the preachers words Of life beyond the veil Take heed to travel down this path Forsake the broken trail And you will live in glory of the Father you should know That Jesus has a plan for you And your eternal soul By Clifton Wagner Gospel Poetry Foundation
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  • After a hard shift, it is tempting to retreat. It’s easy to sit silently in the garage, scroll through the phone, turn on the television, sleep excessively, or find some other way to avoid engagement.

    https://www.thethinbluelife.com/articles/marriage-as-a-cop/after-the-shift-the-courage-to-come-back-home/

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    After a hard shift, it is tempting to retreat. It’s easy to sit silently in the garage, scroll through the phone, turn on the television, sleep excessively, or find some other way to avoid engagement. https://www.thethinbluelife.com/articles/marriage-as-a-cop/after-the-shift-the-courage-to-come-back-home/ #lawenforcement #police #propolice #supportthepolice #backtheblue #thinbluelife #thethinbluelife
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    After the Shift: The Courage to Come Back Home
    One of the most useful observations in Police1’s article, “The Partner at Home: Maintaining a Strong First Responder Marriage, Relationship,” concerns decompression. After a difficult shift or critical incident, officers often need a period of quiet before we can move from the “first responder mindset” back into the role of husband, wife, father, or mother.
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  • The Advent Truth.
    The devil wants you to believe you’ve gone too far. Jesus says, “Come unto Me.”

    Maybe you’ve fallen. Maybe you’ve stumbled again. Maybe you’re tired of fighting the same battle. But hear this: the very fact that you’re still fighting is evidence that the Holy Spirit hasn’t given up on you.

    Jesus is still your High Priest. He still presents His blood before the Father on behalf of those who come to Him in repentance (Hebrews 7:25; 1 John 2:1-2). As long as there’s breath in your lungs, there’s still an invitation to receive His grace.

    Yes, we’re living in serious times. Prophecy is being fulfilled. The world is growing darker. But if all you do is stare at the storm, fear will consume you. Keep your eyes on the One who walks on the water.

    Revelation repeatedly says, “To him who overcomes…” The Greek idea isn’t describing someone who never falls. It’s describing the one who keeps overcoming—the one who refuses to quit. Proverbs 24:16 says, “For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again.” The righteous are not those who never fall; they’re the ones who, by God’s grace, keep getting back up.

    So when Satan whispers, “Stay down. God is finished with you,” answer him with the promises of Christ. Repent. Get back up. Keep walking. Keep trusting. Keep surrendering.

    Victory isn’t found in your strength. It’s found in abiding in Jesus.

    If you need prayer, you’re welcome to leave a comment (keeping in mind it’s a public forum), or send me a private message or email instead.

    Don’t quit now. We’re almost home.
    The Advent Truth. The devil wants you to believe you’ve gone too far. Jesus says, “Come unto Me.” Maybe you’ve fallen. Maybe you’ve stumbled again. Maybe you’re tired of fighting the same battle. But hear this: the very fact that you’re still fighting is evidence that the Holy Spirit hasn’t given up on you. Jesus is still your High Priest. He still presents His blood before the Father on behalf of those who come to Him in repentance (Hebrews 7:25; 1 John 2:1-2). As long as there’s breath in your lungs, there’s still an invitation to receive His grace. Yes, we’re living in serious times. Prophecy is being fulfilled. The world is growing darker. But if all you do is stare at the storm, fear will consume you. Keep your eyes on the One who walks on the water. Revelation repeatedly says, “To him who overcomes…” The Greek idea isn’t describing someone who never falls. It’s describing the one who keeps overcoming—the one who refuses to quit. Proverbs 24:16 says, “For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again.” The righteous are not those who never fall; they’re the ones who, by God’s grace, keep getting back up. So when Satan whispers, “Stay down. God is finished with you,” answer him with the promises of Christ. Repent. Get back up. Keep walking. Keep trusting. Keep surrendering. Victory isn’t found in your strength. It’s found in abiding in Jesus. If you need prayer, you’re welcome to leave a comment (keeping in mind it’s a public forum), or send me a private message or email instead. Don’t quit now. We’re almost home.
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  • Daily Devotional
    Save myself, by Saving other's

    Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee. 1 Timothy 4:16

    I have read of a man who, journeying on a winter’s day through deep drifts of snow, became benumbed by the cold, which was almost imperceptibly freezing his vital powers. He was nearly chilled to death, and was about to give up the struggle for life, when he heard the moans of a fellow traveler who was also perishing with cold. His sympathy was aroused, and he determined to rescue him. He chafed the ice-cold limbs of the unfortunate man, and after considerable effort raised him to his feet. As the sufferer could not stand, he bore him in sympathizing arms through the very drifts he had thought he could never get through alone.

    When he had carried his fellow traveler to a place of safety, the truth flashed home to him that in saving his neighbor he had also saved himself. His earnest efforts to help another had quickened the blood that was freezing in his own veins and sent a healthy warmth to the extremities of his body.

    The lesson that in helping others we ourselves receive help must be urged upon young believers continually, by precept and example, that in their Christian experience they may gain the best results. Let the desponding ones, those disposed to think that the way to eternal life is trying and difficult, go to work to help others. Such efforts, united with prayer for divine light, will cause their own hearts to throb with the quickening influence of the grace of God, their own affections to glow with more divine fervor. Their whole Christian life will be more of a reality, more earnest, more prayerful.... The testimonies borne by them in the Sabbath services will be filled with power. With joy they will bear witness to the preciousness of the experience they have gained in working for others. [235]
    Daily Devotional Save myself, by Saving other's Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee. 1 Timothy 4:16 I have read of a man who, journeying on a winter’s day through deep drifts of snow, became benumbed by the cold, which was almost imperceptibly freezing his vital powers. He was nearly chilled to death, and was about to give up the struggle for life, when he heard the moans of a fellow traveler who was also perishing with cold. His sympathy was aroused, and he determined to rescue him. He chafed the ice-cold limbs of the unfortunate man, and after considerable effort raised him to his feet. As the sufferer could not stand, he bore him in sympathizing arms through the very drifts he had thought he could never get through alone. When he had carried his fellow traveler to a place of safety, the truth flashed home to him that in saving his neighbor he had also saved himself. His earnest efforts to help another had quickened the blood that was freezing in his own veins and sent a healthy warmth to the extremities of his body. The lesson that in helping others we ourselves receive help must be urged upon young believers continually, by precept and example, that in their Christian experience they may gain the best results. Let the desponding ones, those disposed to think that the way to eternal life is trying and difficult, go to work to help others. Such efforts, united with prayer for divine light, will cause their own hearts to throb with the quickening influence of the grace of God, their own affections to glow with more divine fervor. Their whole Christian life will be more of a reality, more earnest, more prayerful.... The testimonies borne by them in the Sabbath services will be filled with power. With joy they will bear witness to the preciousness of the experience they have gained in working for others. [235]
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  • TUESDAY MORNING PRAYER FOR OUR FAMILY!

    “But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” — Joshua 24:15 (KJV)

    Heavenly Father, in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we come before You on this Tuesday morning with grateful hearts. Thank You for waking us up and giving us another day that we did not earn but received because of Your grace and mercy.
    Your Word declares, “This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” — Psalm 118:24.
    Father, before we ask You for anything, we thank You for everything. Thank You for life. Thank You for strength. Thank You for our families. Thank You for keeping us through dangers seen and unseen. Thank You for the doors You opened, the doors You closed, and even the things You protected us from that we never knew were coming.
    Lord, as our families begin this Tuesday, go before us. Order our steps, direct our decisions, guard our hearts, protect our homes, and keep Your hand upon every member of our family.
    Your Word says, “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” — Proverbs 3:5–6.
    HEAL OUR FAMILY, LORD
    Father, this morning we bring before You every family member who is battling sickness—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
    You know every diagnosis.
    You know every symptom.
    You know every pain.
    You know every sleepless night.
    You know every private struggle.
    You know every burden that has become too difficult to explain to others.
    Father, touch them right now.
    Your Word declares, “Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved.” — Jeremiah 17:14.
    Lord, stretch forth Your healing hand.
    Where there is sickness, bring healing.
    Where there is pain, bring relief.
    Where there is weakness, bring strength.
    Where there is fear, bring faith.
    Where there is confusion, bring clarity.
    Where there is discouragement, restore hope.
    Where there are troubled minds, release Your supernatural peace.
    You promised in Isaiah 26:3, “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.”
    Father, guard the minds of our family members. Give peace to those overwhelmed by life's pressures. Strengthen those carrying emotional burdens in silence. Remind them that they are seen by You, loved by You, and never beyond the reach of Your hand.
    Your Word says, “He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3.
    So, Lord, heal, deliver, restore, and set free!
    We stand upon Psalm 107:20:“He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.”
    Send Your Word into every hospital room, rehabilitation center, doctor's office, nursing facility, and every home where healing is needed.
    Give physicians wisdom. Give nurses compassion. Give caregivers strength. Give families patience. And give those who are sick the courage to keep believing You one day at a time.
    SAVE OUR FAMILY, LORD
    Father, our greatest prayer is not simply that our family will be healthy, prosperous, or successful. Our greatest prayer is that our family will know Jesus Christ.
    We lift before You every family member who has not surrendered their life to Christ.
    Draw them by Your Spirit.
    Let somebody who has been running from You begin running toward You.
    Let somebody who has questioned You begin seeking You.
    Let somebody who has never prayed begin calling upon Your name.
    Let somebody ask the same question asked in Acts 16:30:
    “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?”
    And let the answer ring clearly:
    “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved.” — Acts 16:31.
    Father, let salvation come into our households!
    Your Word declares, “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” — Romans 10:13.
    And Jesus declared, “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” — John 14:6.
    Lord, let our children know Jesus.
    Let our grandchildren know Jesus.
    Let husbands and wives know Jesus.
    Let our brothers and sisters know Jesus.
    Let our extended families know Jesus.
    Break destructive generational patterns and establish a new spiritual legacy—a legacy of faith, prayer, worship, obedience, integrity, forgiveness, and love.
    May generations after us be able to say, “Our family served the Lord!”
    PROVIDE FOR OUR FAMILY, LORD
    Father, we lift every family member who is looking for employment.
    You know every application submitted, every résumé sent, every interview completed, and every person waiting for someone to call them back.
    Open the right doors.
    Give them favor with hiring managers and decision-makers. Lead them to positions where their gifts, abilities, and experience will be appreciated.
    For those already employed who need promotion, advancement, better opportunities, increased wages, raises, improved benefits, or greater financial stability, we ask You to make a way.
    Your Word declares, “For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south. But God is the judge.” — Psalm 75:6–7.
    Bless the work of our hands, Lord.
    Let integrity speak for us.
    Let excellence distinguish us.
    Let favor surround us.
    And when You elevate us, keep us humble enough to remember Who opened the door.
    PROVIDE FOR THOSE STRUGGLING FINANCIALLY
    Father, we especially pray for family members facing financial pressure.
    Some are trying to stretch a paycheck.
    Some are worried about rent or mortgage payments.
    Some are facing medical bills.
    Some are dealing with debt.
    Some need groceries.
    Some are facing unexpected expenses.
    Some are working but still struggling to make ends meet.
    But today we stand upon Philippians 4:19:
    “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
    Father, You are our Source.
    Provide what our families need.
    Give us wisdom to manage what You provide. Teach us to be disciplined, generous, responsible, and faithful stewards.
    Give our families creative ideas, opportunities, strategies, and open doors.
    Where there has been lack, provide.
    Where there has been financial confusion, give wisdom.
    Where there has been debt, give us a plan and discipline.
    Where there has been financial fear, replace it with faith and responsible action.
    Lord, supply every need according to Your riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
    PROTECT OUR FAMILY THIS TUESDAY
    Father, as our family members leave their homes today, cover them.
    Protect those driving to work.
    Protect those traveling.
    Protect our children and grandchildren.
    Protect those working long hours.
    Protect those caring for loved ones.
    Protect those going to medical appointments.
    Protect our homes while we are away.
    Your Word declares, “For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.” — Psalm 91:11.
    Lord, keep us from accidents, danger, violence, and circumstances we cannot see coming.
    Bring everyone safely home.
    STRENGTHEN THE LOVE IN OUR FAMILY
    Father, help us to remember that before careers, money, possessions, accomplishments, titles, and recognition, our greatest responsibility is to love You and love one another.
    Jesus said, “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.” — Matthew 22:37.
    Lord, You come first.
    Before our plans—You.
    Before our ambitions—You.
    Before our possessions—You.
    Before everything else—You.
    And because we love You, teach us how to love one another.
    Your Word declares, “Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.” — 1 John 4:11.
    Heal broken relationships within our family.
    Remove bitterness.
    Destroy unforgiveness.
    Break down walls caused by pride.
    Help us apologize when we are wrong.
    Help us forgive when we have been hurt.
    Help us communicate with grace.
    Help us stop allowing small disagreements to create permanent separation.
    Let husbands and wives love one another.
    Let parents and children understand one another.
    Let brothers and sisters support one another.
    Let generations respect and learn from one another.
    Lord, make our families stronger, closer, healthier, and more Christ-centered.

    OUR TUESDAY FAMILY DECLARATION...
    This Tuesday morning, we declare:
    Our family belongs to God!
    We declare healing over our sick.
    We declare peace over troubled minds.
    We declare deliverance for those who are bound.
    We declare salvation for those who do not yet know Jesus.
    We declare employment for those seeking jobs.
    We declare favor and increase for those needing advancement.
    We declare provision for those struggling financially.
    We declare restoration over broken relationships.
    We declare protection over our homes and families.
    We declare love where there has been division.
    And above everything else, we declare:
    “But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” — Joshua 24:15.

    Father, we may not know everything this Tuesday will bring, but we know Who holds this Tuesday in His hands.
    Therefore, we trust You.
    Order our steps.
    Guard our hearts.
    Renew our minds.
    Strengthen our bodies.
    Provide for our needs.
    Protect our families.
    Save our loved ones.
    Restore our relationships.
    And let everything we say and do bring glory to Your name.
    We seal this prayer with Ephesians 3:20:
    “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.”
    We believe You can do it.
    We believe You are working even when we cannot see it.
    And we believe that the hand of God is upon our family!
    In the mighty, healing, delivering, saving, providing, protecting, and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we pray.
    AMEN, AMEN, AND AMEN!
    TUESDAY MORNING PRAYER FOR OUR FAMILY! “But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” — Joshua 24:15 (KJV) Heavenly Father, in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we come before You on this Tuesday morning with grateful hearts. Thank You for waking us up and giving us another day that we did not earn but received because of Your grace and mercy. Your Word declares, “This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” — Psalm 118:24. Father, before we ask You for anything, we thank You for everything. Thank You for life. Thank You for strength. Thank You for our families. Thank You for keeping us through dangers seen and unseen. Thank You for the doors You opened, the doors You closed, and even the things You protected us from that we never knew were coming. Lord, as our families begin this Tuesday, go before us. Order our steps, direct our decisions, guard our hearts, protect our homes, and keep Your hand upon every member of our family. Your Word says, “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” — Proverbs 3:5–6. HEAL OUR FAMILY, LORD Father, this morning we bring before You every family member who is battling sickness—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. You know every diagnosis. You know every symptom. You know every pain. You know every sleepless night. You know every private struggle. You know every burden that has become too difficult to explain to others. Father, touch them right now. Your Word declares, “Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved.” — Jeremiah 17:14. Lord, stretch forth Your healing hand. Where there is sickness, bring healing. Where there is pain, bring relief. Where there is weakness, bring strength. Where there is fear, bring faith. Where there is confusion, bring clarity. Where there is discouragement, restore hope. Where there are troubled minds, release Your supernatural peace. You promised in Isaiah 26:3, “Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.” Father, guard the minds of our family members. Give peace to those overwhelmed by life's pressures. Strengthen those carrying emotional burdens in silence. Remind them that they are seen by You, loved by You, and never beyond the reach of Your hand. Your Word says, “He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3. So, Lord, heal, deliver, restore, and set free! We stand upon Psalm 107:20:“He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.” Send Your Word into every hospital room, rehabilitation center, doctor's office, nursing facility, and every home where healing is needed. Give physicians wisdom. Give nurses compassion. Give caregivers strength. Give families patience. And give those who are sick the courage to keep believing You one day at a time. SAVE OUR FAMILY, LORD Father, our greatest prayer is not simply that our family will be healthy, prosperous, or successful. Our greatest prayer is that our family will know Jesus Christ. We lift before You every family member who has not surrendered their life to Christ. Draw them by Your Spirit. Let somebody who has been running from You begin running toward You. Let somebody who has questioned You begin seeking You. Let somebody who has never prayed begin calling upon Your name. Let somebody ask the same question asked in Acts 16:30: “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?” And let the answer ring clearly: “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved.” — Acts 16:31. Father, let salvation come into our households! Your Word declares, “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” — Romans 10:13. And Jesus declared, “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” — John 14:6. Lord, let our children know Jesus. Let our grandchildren know Jesus. Let husbands and wives know Jesus. Let our brothers and sisters know Jesus. Let our extended families know Jesus. Break destructive generational patterns and establish a new spiritual legacy—a legacy of faith, prayer, worship, obedience, integrity, forgiveness, and love. May generations after us be able to say, “Our family served the Lord!” PROVIDE FOR OUR FAMILY, LORD Father, we lift every family member who is looking for employment. You know every application submitted, every résumé sent, every interview completed, and every person waiting for someone to call them back. Open the right doors. Give them favor with hiring managers and decision-makers. Lead them to positions where their gifts, abilities, and experience will be appreciated. For those already employed who need promotion, advancement, better opportunities, increased wages, raises, improved benefits, or greater financial stability, we ask You to make a way. Your Word declares, “For promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south. But God is the judge.” — Psalm 75:6–7. Bless the work of our hands, Lord. Let integrity speak for us. Let excellence distinguish us. Let favor surround us. And when You elevate us, keep us humble enough to remember Who opened the door. PROVIDE FOR THOSE STRUGGLING FINANCIALLY Father, we especially pray for family members facing financial pressure. Some are trying to stretch a paycheck. Some are worried about rent or mortgage payments. Some are facing medical bills. Some are dealing with debt. Some need groceries. Some are facing unexpected expenses. Some are working but still struggling to make ends meet. But today we stand upon Philippians 4:19: “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” Father, You are our Source. Provide what our families need. Give us wisdom to manage what You provide. Teach us to be disciplined, generous, responsible, and faithful stewards. Give our families creative ideas, opportunities, strategies, and open doors. Where there has been lack, provide. Where there has been financial confusion, give wisdom. Where there has been debt, give us a plan and discipline. Where there has been financial fear, replace it with faith and responsible action. Lord, supply every need according to Your riches in glory by Christ Jesus. PROTECT OUR FAMILY THIS TUESDAY Father, as our family members leave their homes today, cover them. Protect those driving to work. Protect those traveling. Protect our children and grandchildren. Protect those working long hours. Protect those caring for loved ones. Protect those going to medical appointments. Protect our homes while we are away. Your Word declares, “For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.” — Psalm 91:11. Lord, keep us from accidents, danger, violence, and circumstances we cannot see coming. Bring everyone safely home. STRENGTHEN THE LOVE IN OUR FAMILY Father, help us to remember that before careers, money, possessions, accomplishments, titles, and recognition, our greatest responsibility is to love You and love one another. Jesus said, “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.” — Matthew 22:37. Lord, You come first. Before our plans—You. Before our ambitions—You. Before our possessions—You. Before everything else—You. And because we love You, teach us how to love one another. Your Word declares, “Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.” — 1 John 4:11. Heal broken relationships within our family. Remove bitterness. Destroy unforgiveness. Break down walls caused by pride. Help us apologize when we are wrong. Help us forgive when we have been hurt. Help us communicate with grace. Help us stop allowing small disagreements to create permanent separation. Let husbands and wives love one another. Let parents and children understand one another. Let brothers and sisters support one another. Let generations respect and learn from one another. Lord, make our families stronger, closer, healthier, and more Christ-centered. OUR TUESDAY FAMILY DECLARATION... This Tuesday morning, we declare: Our family belongs to God! We declare healing over our sick. We declare peace over troubled minds. We declare deliverance for those who are bound. We declare salvation for those who do not yet know Jesus. We declare employment for those seeking jobs. We declare favor and increase for those needing advancement. We declare provision for those struggling financially. We declare restoration over broken relationships. We declare protection over our homes and families. We declare love where there has been division. And above everything else, we declare: “But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” — Joshua 24:15. Father, we may not know everything this Tuesday will bring, but we know Who holds this Tuesday in His hands. Therefore, we trust You. Order our steps. Guard our hearts. Renew our minds. Strengthen our bodies. Provide for our needs. Protect our families. Save our loved ones. Restore our relationships. And let everything we say and do bring glory to Your name. We seal this prayer with Ephesians 3:20: “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.” We believe You can do it. We believe You are working even when we cannot see it. And we believe that the hand of God is upon our family! In the mighty, healing, delivering, saving, providing, protecting, and matchless name of Jesus Christ, we pray. AMEN, AMEN, AND AMEN!
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