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Day 225 Mercy of God

Day 225 Mercy of God

Thought for the day The Bible, in Lamentations 3:22–23, says: “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” This verse reminds us that each new day is a fresh expression...

Day 224 Avoid Laziness

Day 224 Avoid Laziness

Thought for the day As Christians, we’re called to live in a way that honours God in everything we do. One important part of that is our attitude toward work and responsibility. Laziness can hold us back from God’s purpose, while diligence helps us grow and serve...

Day 223 Our Witness

Day 223 Our Witness

Thought for the day As Christians, our witness is one of the most powerful ways we can share our faith. It’s not only about what we say, but also how we live, showing others the reality of Jesus Christ in our daily lives. Our witness as Christians should:1. Reflect...

Day 222 Godliness With Contentment

Day 222 Godliness With Contentment

Thought for the day In life, many people chase wealth and possessions, believing these bring happiness. However, the Bible teaches that true gain comes from living a godly life combined with contentment. This means trusting God, doing what is right, and being...

Day 221 The Power of Honour

Day 221 The Power of Honour

Thought for the day The power of honour: 1. Connects to God's favour: Honouring God is a response to His love and grace, and it is linked to receiving His favour and blessing. 2. Brings blessings to life:Honouring parents is tied to a long and prosperous life, and in...

Day 220 Avoid Shortcuts

Day 220 Avoid Shortcuts

Thought for the day As Christians, we are called to live according to God’s principles, even when the right path seems longer or harder. Taking shortcuts may seem easier in the moment, but it often leads us away from God’s will and the growth He desires for us. Key...

Day 219 Dangers of Populism

Day 219 Dangers of Populism

Thought for the day Here are some brief dangers of populism (or seeking popularity) in our Christian walk: 1. Compromising truth – We may be tempted to change or water down God’s Word to please others (Galatians 1:10). 2. Pride and self-focus – Seeking approval can...

Day 218 Importance of Integrity

Day 218 Importance of Integrity

Thought for the day Here are a few brief reasons why integrity is important for us as Christians: 1. Reflects God’s character – God is truthful and just (Proverbs 12:22), so living with integrity shows His nature in our lives.2. Builds trust and witness – Integrity...

Day 217 Avoid The Praises Of Man

Day 217 Avoid The Praises Of Man

Thought for the day   As Christians, our lives should be centered on pleasing God rather than seeking the approval or praise of people. While it’s natural to appreciate encouragement from others, being driven by human praise can easily lead us away from humility...

Day 216 Faith Not Fear

Day 216 Faith Not Fear

Thought for the day As Christians, we are called to live by faith, not by fear. Though life can bring uncertainty, God reminds us throughout His Word that fear has no place in the heart of a believer. When we trust in His promises and power, we find peace that...

Day 215 Communication

Day 215 Communication

Thought for the day Here are just a few points to help us to be more effective communicators and as a result better witnesses for Jesus Christ:1. We need to listen to what others are actually saying and not what we expect them to say.2. We need to be humble, not...

Day 214 Drinking From Broken Cisterns

Day 214 Drinking From Broken Cisterns

Thought for the day Here are some brief reasons why many Christians drink from broken cisterns: 1. Lack of Trust They struggle to fully trust God's sufficiency and promises.2. Spiritual Distraction The world offers immediate, tangible pleasures that seem more...

Day 212 Purity

Day 212 Purity

Thought for the day Purity is important for us as Christians in our daily walk because it reflects God’s holiness and keeps us close to Him.Here are five brief reasons why: 1. Purity reflects God's holy natureWe are called to live like the One we follow. 1 Peter...

Day 211 God’s Son or Daughter

Day 211 God’s Son or Daughter

Thought for the day As Christians, being a son or daughter of God means we have been adopted into God's family through faith in Jesus Christ. Here’s what that means: 1. We are adopted into God's family Through Jesus, we become God’s children by grace. Galatians 4:6–7...

Day 217 Gentleness

Thought for the day   A true characteristic of a person who is exercising gentleness is where a strong hand is combined with a soft touch. Gentleness causes us to display a tenderness and compassion toward others’ regardless of their weaknesses and limitations. A...

Day 142 Jealousy

Thought for the day Dealing with jealousy begins with recognizing it as a sinful emotion that can harm relationships and spiritual well-being. Here are some ways to deal with jealousy: 1. Acknowledge it honestly: Admit the feeling of jealousy to God in prayer (Psalm...

Day 87 Storms of Life

Thought for the day Jesus uses the storms of life to teach us some incredible things about Himself and about ourselves. A storm can become the real classroom for our spiritual education. It’s one thing to learn something about God or ourself sitting in a church...

Day 155 Love Beyond Words

Thought of the day. #lovebeyondwords The Lord spoke this to me clearly one evening when I was out in Hillbrow sharing the gospel to various street people. In this particular situation I was ministering to a young man and I was telling him about how much Jesus loved...

Day 138 Hearing God

Thought for the day We have to be positioned correctly to hear Our Heavenly Father clearly. This can be compared to a cell phone reception in that we have to be in the right position to receive a clear and reliable signal.The same is true regarding our relationship...

Day 233 Kingdom Business

Thought for the day   A Christian business person has a light inside that needs to be showcased to others and this entails so much more than announcing on every social media platform that we are a believer. Our light will be seen in the way we interact with our...

Day 45 Marketplace Ministry

Thought for the day There are millions of men and women that are called to full-time ministry in business, education and government, which is referred to as the marketplace. These men and women work as accountants, lawyers, entrepreneurs, farmers, chief operating...

Day 149 Speaking the Truth

  Thought for the day So many Christians believe we only need to be kind to one another and we forsake our responsibility to speak the truth in love to each other. Grace is an important part of a Christian’s life but not without the balance of truth. Part of...

Day 94 Transformation of the Mind

Thought for the day  The Apostle Paul said in Romans 12:2 that we are transformed by the renewing of the mind. Many of us think that once our life is transformed, then our mind will automatically be renewed. It is actually the other way around. When we were born, most...

Day 141 Integrity

Thought of the day. #Integrity Integrity in the world that we are living in today implies moral incorruptibility. Christians should be: 1. those who cannot be bribed or compromised because we serve God rather than men (Colossians 3:17, 23; Acts 5:29). 2. We are to be...