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“So if anyone purifies himself from anything dishonorable,  he will be a special  instrument, set apart, useful to the Master, prepared for every good work. ”
‭‭2 Timothy‬ ‭2‬:‭21‬ ‭CSB‬‬
February 14, 2026 at 9:16 AM
I have loved you with an everlasting love. Jeremiah 31:3

God disciplined Israel to exile for their idolatry and lack of commitment. Discipline and love are married. Appreciate God’s love today!
February 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM
“Prayer at its best is revealed when a man enjoys God and prays out of sheer love of Him.”

Excerpt From
Meditations of the Heart
Howard Thurman
February 13, 2026 at 9:15 AM
Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. James 4:7

Temptation is real! James admonishes us to consider or conform to God’s ways and then do the work of turning our backs to contrary means. Fight temptation today!
February 13, 2026 at 8:48 AM
Psalm 4:8 NIV
In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.

David amidst chaos and distress trusted God, there he found peace. Don’t stress; trust God. Find peace in the God of all comfort today!
February 12, 2026 at 10:37 AM
“But solid food is for the mature #— #for those whose senses have been trained to distinguish between good and evil. ”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭5‬:‭14‬ ‭CSB‬‬
February 11, 2026 at 9:26 AM
She has done a beautiful thing to me. Matthew 26:10

The disciples thought this appreciative woman’s act of anointing Jesus with expensive ointment as a waste but Jesus saw as a beautiful thing. Offer visible devotion today!
February 11, 2026 at 9:12 AM
“Dear friends, I urge you as strangers and exiles  to abstain  from sinful  desires that wage war against the soul. ”
‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭2‬:‭11‬ ‭CSB‬‬
February 10, 2026 at 9:54 AM
Our old self was crucified with [Christ] so that the body ruled by sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sin. Rom. 6:6

Our sinful nature has been unplugged thru the death of Christ to free us to experience new life. Live set free today!
February 10, 2026 at 9:36 AM
Before a downfall the heart is haughty. Proverbs 18:12

Pride and arrogance are the platform for disgrace and downfall. Avoid selfish and showy behaviors. Seek the safety of humility today!
February 9, 2026 at 10:41 AM
Give generously to [the needy] . . . and do so without a grudging heart. Deuteronomy 15:10

Giving is an expression of the heart, so we ought to give with the proper attitude. Moses instructed the people prior to them entering the promise land. Share from the heart today!!!
February 8, 2026 at 9:02 AM
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves. Philippians 2:3

Empty ourselves of needing to receive from others over our need to pour into them. Humility over selfishness. Be a reservoir of hope and love today
February 7, 2026 at 11:16 AM
Who dares despise the day of small things…..? Zechariah 4:10

An angel encouraged Zechariah of the possibility of rebuilding the temple after exile with small beginnings. Gain big vision and enlightenment thru small starts today!
February 6, 2026 at 9:20 AM
Let us, therefore, make every effort to enter that rest, so that no one will perish. Hebrews 4:11

Christ’s defining work offers us an assortment of assurances and rests. Rest emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually. Find fulfillment in the gift of rest today!
February 5, 2026 at 10:24 AM
We brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. 1 Timothy 6:7

Things are temporary and a token of distraction. Seek heavenly treasures today!!
February 4, 2026 at 10:26 AM
My Spirit remains among you. Do not fear. Haggai 2:5

God’s abiding presence supersedes any moment of fear or anxiety. Looking back to what was discouraged them while looking forward freezed the people. Be courageous and confident w/God’s presence today!
February 3, 2026 at 10:28 AM
Unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:3

Jesus challenges the disciples arrogance and power with a child’s innocence and dependence. Embody and practice humility today!
February 2, 2026 at 9:11 AM
He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:6

Lord, thank you for starting a work in me and please give me the strength and guidance to see your end. Amen
February 1, 2026 at 9:15 AM
““I did not know, brothers, that he was the high priest,” replied Paul. “For it is written, You must not speak evil of a ruler of your people.” ,”
‭‭Acts‬ ‭23‬:‭5‬ ‭CSB‬‬
January 31, 2026 at 11:43 AM
You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Isaiah 26:3

Peace is available for us who depend and focus more on God than our present situations. Discipline and direct our minds today!!
January 31, 2026 at 11:21 AM
Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! Proverbs 6:6

Solomon challenges us to use the ant as an example of being purposeful, industrious, Ingenuitive, and innovative. Be intentional today!!
January 30, 2026 at 9:25 AM
“do not boast that you are better than those branches. But if you do boast #— #you do not sustain the root, but the root sustains you. ”
Romans 11:18 CSB
January 29, 2026 at 9:36 AM
Ephesians 6:11 NIV
Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes

Paul wanted to ensure the believers understood their fight was a spiritual battle that needed the right equipment. Be strong against the enemies’ schemes & tactics today!
January 29, 2026 at 9:24 AM
“As it is written, Look, I am putting a stone in Zion to stumble over and a rock to trip over, and the one who believes on him   will not be put to shame.  ,”
‭‭Romans‬ ‭9‬:‭33‬ ‭CSB‬‬
January 28, 2026 at 8:55 AM
When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, and my scrolls, especially the parchments. 2 Timothy 4:13

Paul in jail wrote to Timothy for him to bring a coat for the cold and scrolls to learn and read. Find time to send encouragement and care to one today!!
January 28, 2026 at 8:37 AM