Love Beyond Words blog
Day 27 Kingdom Authority
Thought for the day As Christians, the concept of ruling and reigning on Earth is deeply rooted in biblical teachings. The Bible speaks of God's original intention for humanity, the work of Jesus Christ, and the eventual establishment of God's Kingdom. Here's how we...
Day 26 Being prepared for the Return of Jesus
Thought for the day As Christians, we are called to be prepared for the return of Jesus Christ. Here are five brief ways we can be ready:1. Live in Active FaithStay rooted in our faith, trusting in Jesus as our Savior and Lord. Keep growing in our relationship with...
Day 25 True Repentance
Thought for the day From a Christian perspective, true repentance involves a change of heart, mind, and behavior, rooted in sorrow for sin and a genuine desire to turn back to God. To discern if a person is truly repentant, here are several key elements to be...
Day 24 We Are Not Self-made
Thought for the day 5 brief reasons why we as Christians shouldn't ever refer to ourselves as a self-made person: 1. God is the Source:Everything we have comes from God (James 1:17), so claiming to be "self-made" disregards His role in our lives.2....
Day 23 Accountability
Thought for the day Here are four ways that accountability can make our Christian life richer: 1. Accountability helps curb unproductive behavior:And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds (Hebrews 10:24). 2. Accountability allows us...
Day 22 Be Fruit Inspectors
Thought for the day 5 brief reasons why we as Christians should be fruit inspectors:1. Biblical Command:Jesus calls us to be discerning and to "judge a tree by its fruit" (Matthew 7:16-20), meaning we should examine others' actions and lives to see if they align with...
Day 21 Entitlement
Thought for the day Here are several signs that may indicate a spirit of entitlement is at work: 1. Constant Complaining or Grumbling: A sense that things aren't fair or that we deserve better, leading to regular complaining about our situation, circumstances, or...
Day 20 Victim Mentality
Thought for the day Here are several reasons why we as Christians shouldn't have a victim mentality: 1. We are overcomers in Christ: The Bible teaches that through Jesus, we are more than conquerors (Romans 8:37). A victim mentality undermines the truth that God gives...
Day 19 Ungodly Friendships
Thought for the day 1 Corinthians 15:33 NIV[33] Do not be misled: “Bad company corrupts good character.” Here are 5 reasons why we as Christians should avoid pursuing ungodly friendships: 1. Spiritual Influence:Wrong friendships can lead us away from God, as negative...
Day 18 Walking by Faith
Thought for the day 1. Trust in God’s Promises:Walking by faith involves believing in God's promises, even when circumstances are uncertain (2 Corinthians 5:7).2. Strengthening Spiritual Growth:Faith deepens our relationship with God and helps us grow in spiritual...
Day 17 Pleasing God not People
Thought for the day 1. God’s Approval is Primary:Our ultimate goal should be to seek God's approval, not human praise (Galatians 1:10).2. Compromise of Faith:Trying to please others may lead to compromising Christian values and truth (Romans 12:2).3. Focus on...
Day 14 Church Hurt
Thought for the day Signs that you may be suffering from church hurt include: 1. Loss of Trust in the Church:Feeling betrayed by church leadership or other members, leading to a loss of trust in the institution as a whole.2. Avoidance of Church:A strong desire to stay...
Day 13 Deception (Part 2)
Thought for the day 6. Feelings of Conviction or Peace CompromiseSign: A growing numbness or resistance to conviction about sin, or an unshakable peace when we know something is wrong.What to do: We need to pay attention to the Holy Spirit’s promptings. If we're...
Day 12 Deception (Part 1)
Thought for the day [I will be dealing with this topic today and tomorrow.] As a Christian, walking in deception can be subtle, but there are several signs that may indicate we are straying from the truth of the Word of God or being misled.Here are some common...
Day 11 Importance of Not Arguing
Thought for the day It's important as Christians not to argue with one another for the following reasons:1. Promotes Unity in the Body of Christ: We are called to be one body in Christ, with each member contributing to the whole (1 Corinthians 12:12-27). Arguing and...
