Have you ever wondered why the tree of the knowledge of good and evil was considered so bad? Didn’t the tree provide the knowledge of good as well as evil? Can’t you take what is good and discard the evil? As the saying goes, “Chew the meat and spit out the bones!” The scriptures shed light on the mixture of good and evil.
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The Lord has called us to holiness. The beauty of holiness is that it not only pleases the Lord, but we also in the process of holiness, we become whole. Holiness requires surrender to God’s will and His ways rather than using our will power trying to make it happen. …
As we embark upon another year, let Let us celebrate His goodness and mercies and embrace our role as His workmanship, living our lives to glorify Him! …
It’s good to be reminded from time to time of the basics of our walk with God: a simple devotion to Christ and a sincere love for others. Below is a passage from the book of Romans in the Message translation. …
As we approach the start of 2025 in just a couple of days, it’s a great time to reflect on the past year and consider the year ahead. Instead of making New Year resolutions, if we focused on making the right priorities, the New Resolutions will be a natural byproduct of those priorities. Whether or not we achieve specific resolutions, we’ll still be moving in the right direction—growing and developing in ways that align with God’s purpose for us.
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The wise men came from the East seeking to find the King. The story of Jesus’ birth is more than a Christmas story. It is a call to recognize Christ as King and align our lives with His purposes. …
Mary didn’t understand how Jesus could be conceived and grow within her, yet she chose to trust, accept, and receive the gift from the Lord.
In our walk with God, we often do not fully comprehend how He is working in and through us. Yet, His hands are continually shaping us, growing us, and strengthening as we walk with Him.
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The story of the angel visiting Mary in Luke 1, captures the awe-inspiring moment when Mary is told she will bear the Son of God. The angel’s words remind us that God’s plans often surpass human understanding, and His power works in ways we cannot comprehend! …
The creation of humanity was an extraordinary moment, filled with divine intention and purpose. However, the miraculous and awe-inspiring birth of Jesus holds even greater significance, as it restores and fulfills the original intent of God’s design and purpose for humanity.
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For, “Whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from evil and their lips from deceitful speech. 1Peter 3:10
The tongue is incredibly powerful. In James 3, it is likened to a spark that can set an entire forest ablaze! It has the potential to bring life, healing, and reconciliation, but it can also tear down, wound, and destroy through criticism, gossip, or backbiting. Exercising self-control over our words is crucial to avoid using our tongues for harm.
To be wise women who desire to build up our homes, marriages, children, friendships, and churches, we must be intentional about the words we speak. When we consistently use our tongues for life, healing, and reconciliation, we contribute to the growth and strengthening of others and our own lives. Over time, we can look back and enjoy the fruits of our efforts.
Building takes effort, time, energy, and patience. In contrast, tearing down requires very little effort. Consider the example of large buildings or skyscrapers. Construction takes years, yet demolition can happen in mere minutes or hours. Similarly, our words can quickly undo what we’ve worked so hard to build. That’s why we need to remain consistent in building, strive to mature in our areas of weakness, and guard against any tendency to tear down.
Take time to thank God for the areas where you are doing well. Then, identify one or two areas where you sense God is calling you to grow. Pray and ask Him to show you how you can speak and act differently in those areas.
We can all say the right things and teach them well to others. However, a great indicator of how we are truly doing is found in the perspectives of those who live with us and see our true colors. If you are married, consider sharing the scriptures from this series of devotionals with your husband. If you’re feeling brave, ask him for feedback on how he perceives your efforts to build your home and live a life of wisdom. Be prepared to listen without defending yourself. Simply receive his insights with an open heart and a willingness to grow.
