…so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. 1 Peter 4:11c Imagine you’re holding a lamp. It’s a beautiful lamp, intricately designed and perfectly crafted. But no matter how stunning it looks, if it’s not plugged…
If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides… 1 Peter 4:11b Have you ever felt completely drained after serving others? Maybe you’ve poured yourself into a ministry project, cared for a sick family member, or worked…
“…as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10b Imagine walking into a vast art gallery. As you move from room to room, you’re struck by the sheer variety of artwork on display. There are vibrant…
Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. 1 Peter 4:10a Have you ever been entrusted with something valuable that belonged to someone else? Maybe…
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. Acts 1:8 (NIV) Imagine for a moment…
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not…
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, Ephesians 3:20 (NIV) Have you ever felt overwhelmed by a task God has called…
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7a (NKJV) Have you ever felt that knot in your stomach when faced with a challenging ministry…
For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands.” 2 Timothy 1:6 (NIV) Imagine for a moment that you’ve been given a small ember.…
“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” 1 Corinthians 15:58 (NIV) Our…
“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Colossians 3:17 (NIV) As believers, our spiritual gifts are not just talents to…
“If it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.” Romans 12:8 (NIV) Mercy, a profound and boundless expression of God’s love and compassion, is not just a duty but a source of joy. Let us not forget the instruction from…
