“The Riches of God’s Grace”

Wednesday, August 7.

“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with riches of God’s grace that he lavished on us…,” (Ephesians 1:7-8).

In life, we all come through a season where we yearned for something better. This tells us that God has planted eternity in ou hearts, where we yearn for a better life with him.

What we yearn for in life is found in the Scriptures above. It is God’s lavish grace. Whatever we long for, God provides eternal life for us by forgiving our sins. No matter whatever goes on around us, we can never doubt our eternal security. God loves us and will provide for us. God will provide a glorious future for us and an inheritance.

Memory verse: Matthew 6:10.

“God’s grace is sufficient for those that believe and trust him to the end,” E’yen Gardner

“When God doesn’t seem Just”

Tuesday, August 6.

“He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful god who does no wrong, upright and just is he, (Deuteronomy 32:4 NIV).

When my mother died, I could not travel back home because of my immigration status. I felt I would not come back to continue my doctoral program. It was hard on me and I felt as though it was unfair to be in such situation. I lamented often to God. Because God did not response to my situation, I struggled to over the years to reconciled my experience with Moses’ statement and statements by others praising God.

The Bible is filled with examples of godly people who faced hardship that seemed totally unfair. Joseph, Job, and many others found themselves in similar situation. Paul suffered with thorn in the flesh (2 Corinthians 12:7-10).

Situations like these can cause us to question whether God is good or just. If left to fester, these doubts may give way to discouragement. We can start thinking, what is the essence of serving the Lord. One way to conquer such situation is to remember that what is found in God’s word is more important than how we feel. Trust God today, if you do not understand anything on this side of heaven.

Memory verse: Proverbs 3:5

“I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just; that his justice cannot sleep forever,” (Thomas Jefferson).

“Godly Wisdom.”

Tuesday, July 23.

“My son, pay attention to what I say; turn your ear to my words,” (Proverbs 4:20 NIV).

The Bible is a wonderful book. In the Bible, we find wisdom from principles of God for right character, conduct, and conversation that will guide us through the situations and decision that confronts us in our everyday lives.

Despite having the Bible, we have had situations in our lives when we did not respond wisely. The reason would be because we did not apply known biblical principles to our lives or we completely ignored it.

To ensure this does not happen to us, we need to read our Bibles and familiarize ourselves with the principles of God. Not only reading but also understanding the following the Word of God.

While we live the Christian life, we will get wisdom by absorbing Scriptures, doing what it says, and observing the results. This is for our good even if the situations we faced aren’t favorable.

Memory verse: Joshua 1:8.

“Be true to your work, your word, and your friend,” (Henry David Thoreau).