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Scripture : " You turned my wailing into dancing; you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, that my heart may sing your praises and not be silent. LORD my God, I will praise you forever." – Psalms 30:11-12 Devotion : These verses capture a beautiful transformation from sorrow to joy, reminding us of God’s power to change our circumstances. David, the psalmist, reflects on a time of deep sadness when his heart was heavy and his spirit broken. But in God’s grace, the darkness lifts, and sorrow is replaced with joy. The imagery is profound: sackcloth, a symbol of mourning, is stripped away and replaced with garments of joy. This shows us that, no matter how deep our grief, God can bring restoration, filling our lives with new hope and joy. When we face tough seasons, it’s easy to lose hope. Yet David’s experience encourages us to look to God, who is our comfort and healer. God doesn’t simply want to mend our brokenness; He wants to give us a reason to dance ...

In a world that often says truth is relative and personal, Scripture anchors us in the reality of absolute truth—truth that stands firm, regardless of time, culture, or opinion. God’s Word, His promises, and His character remain unchanging, offering us a foundation to trust, believe, and build our lives upon. 1. Jesus as the Embodiment of Truth Jesus declared, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6, NIV). This bold statement reveals that truth isn’t just a concept but a person. Jesus embodies truth, and to know Him is to know truth. When we anchor ourselves in Jesus, we align ourselves with a truth that doesn’t change with shifting beliefs or cultural tides. As we live out our faith, this truth calls us to a higher standard—one rooted not in opinions or trends, but in Christ’s teachings. Embracing Jesus as truth means allowing His Word to guide our actions, relationships, and decisions. By committing to His way, w...

Absence can stir many emotions in our hearts—longing, loneliness, even confusion. We often struggle with the absence of loved ones, dreams we hold dear, or sometimes, the felt absence of God in our lives. But Scripture reminds us that absence, too, can be a profound teacher, drawing us nearer to God and shaping our faith. 1. The Absence of God – A Time to Seek Him King David, a man after God’s own heart, often wrestled with God’s absence. In Psalm 13, he cries out, "How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me?" (Psalm 13:1, NIV). In these times of perceived absence, David felt the pang of distance but chose to seek God more earnestly. Ultimately, his plea turns into praise as he remembers God’s unfailing love. David’s experience teaches us that God’s “absence” may be a call to seek Him more deeply, growing our trust. Just as David’s faith strengthened through his lament, we can learn to trust that God is present, even wh...

  "My brothers and sisters, believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ must not show favoritism." – James 2:1 (NIV) Favoritism is a subtle, sometimes unrecognized sin that can easily seep into our hearts. It might seem harmless at first—just a slight preference for one person over another—but the Bible is clear about God’s stance on showing favoritism. In James 2:1-4, we see a vivid description of a church that gives preferential treatment to the wealthy while neglecting the poor. This behavior contradicts the heart of God, who is impartial and shows kindness and love to all His children. Example 1: Joseph and His Brothers (Genesis 37:3-4) One well-known example of favoritism in the Bible is Jacob’s preference for his son Joseph. Jacob loved Joseph more than his other sons and expressed this favoritism openly by giving him a special coat. This favoritism led to jealousy among Joseph’s brothers, ultimately resulting in betrayal and deep family pain. God’s Word re...