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Day 183 Generosity

Day 183 Generosity

Thought for the day   Generosity from a Christian perspective is deeply rooted in the teachings and example of Jesus Christ. It involves more than just giving material possessions; it's about embodying a spirit of selflessness, compassion, and love. Here are some...

Day 182 Holy Spirit Led

Day 182 Holy Spirit Led

Thought for the day   Being led by the Holy Spirit is a significant aspect of our Christian faith and walk.Here are several key reasons why it is important:1. Guidance and Wisdom:The Holy Spirit provides direction and wisdom for making decisions in life. We need...

Day 181 Surrender

Day 181 Surrender

Thought for the day Control is the hardest thing to let go of because without it we feel vulnerable. It is important for us to recognise His Authority and move out of the way in order for Him to lead. God is the creator of the universe so we can trust Him with each...

Day 180 Hate Speech

Day 180 Hate Speech

Thought for the day Hate speech is contrary to the teachings of Jesus and the ethical guidelines found in the New Testament. Key principles that address hate speech include:1. Love and Compassion:Jesus' command to "love your neighbor as yourself" (Mark 12:31)...

Day 179 Pleasing Man

Day 179 Pleasing Man

Thought for the day The idea of not being “man-pleasers” is rooted in several biblical principles that emphasize living for God's approval rather than seeking to please people. Here’s a deeper look at why this is important:1. Scriptural Guidance:The Bible advises...

Day 178 Appropriate Language

Day 178 Appropriate Language

Thought for the day   From a Christian perspective, using appropriate language is important for several reasons:1. Reflecting Christ’s Teachings: We are called to emulate the character of Christ, who exemplified grace, kindness, and love in His interactions....

Day 177 Integrity

Day 177 Integrity

Thought for the day   From a Christian perspective, integrity is deeply important and is often viewed as a fundamental aspect of living out one's faith. Here’s a closer look at why integrity is so significant: 1. Reflecting God's Character:As Christians we...

Day 176 Unity

Day 176 Unity

Thought for the day   Unity is crucial in our Christian walk for several reasons: 1. Witness to the World:Jesus prayed for the unity of His followers in John 17:21, saying, "that they may all be one... so that the world may believe that you have sent me." Unity...

Day 175 Authority

Day 175 Authority

Thought for the day   Exercising authority as Christians is an integral part of living out our faith. Here are some reasons why we should want to exercise authority, whether in our personal life, within the church, or in broader society: 1. Faithful Stewardship:...

Day 174 Sanctification

Day 174 Sanctification

Thought for the day   Sanctification is the process by which we as believers are transformed and made holy through our relationship with God. Here’s a closer look at why sanctification is important in the Christian life: 1. Spiritual Growth and Maturity:...

Day 173 Materialism

Day 173 Materialism

Thought for the day   As a Christian here are several key reasons to avoid materialism in our lives:1. Prioritizing Spiritual Over Material Wealth: Jesus taught that spiritual wealth is more important than material wealth. In Matthew 6:19-21, He advised against...

Day 172 No Condemnation

Day 172 No Condemnation

Thought for the day   Romans 8:1 NIV[1] Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, The above scripture shows us that we can counter the accuser’s attacks because there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. It is...

Day 171 Slander

Day 171 Slander

Thought for the day   Almost all of us have probably talked about someone behind their backs. Some of it might be true but most of the time, it's just malicious hearsay information with no factual basis. In short, they’re worthless pieces of gossip.But what we...

Day 170 Greed

Day 170 Greed

Thought for the day   What Is the Sin of Greed? The sin of greed is a lack of contentment. Scripture doesn’t specifically define greed and we often relegate greed as some abstract quality only the very rich are guilty of. The rest of us just “want” stuff and we...

Day 169 Laziness to Productivity

Day 169 Laziness to Productivity

Thought for the day   Here are 5 ways that we can turn laziness into productivity: 1. Take Care of Your Physical Body.“Rather, he must be hospitable, one who loves what is good, who is self-controlled, upright, holy and disciplined” (Titus 1:8).2. Set and Stick...

Day 196 Trust

Thought for the day Trust in God is foundational to faith and is often rooted in several key beliefs:1. God’s Faithfulness:We should believe that God is inherently faithful and keeps His promises. Scripture is filled with examples of God fulfilling His word, which...

Day 63 Self Centeredness

Thought for the day. Self-centeredness is not just a sin, it's a root cause of other sins such as envy, jealousy, impatience, and ingratitude. Self-centeredness is the polar opposite of the fruit of the spirit as described in Galatians 5:22-23: “… love, joy, peace,...

Day 83 Staying the Course

Thought of the day. When you are running a marathon one generally finds that around the half way mark that you will “hit the wall”. There is serious pain in your legs caused by a lactic acid build up and at this point the body is telling your mind that it wants to...

Day 119 Adoption into God’s Family

Thought for the day Adoption into God’s family signifies a believer’s new identity as a child of God. It means we are no longer spiritual outsiders but now belong to God’s family with full rights as His sons and daughters. Through this adoption, we gain: 1. A personal...

Day 128 Celebrating Each Other

Thought for the day Celebrating the breakthroughs or victories of our brothers and sisters in Christ is important for spiritual, emotional, and relational reasons grounded in Scripture and the heart of the Gospel:1. It Reflects the Heart of GodGod rejoices over His...

Day 172 Hope

Thought of the day. #Hope 5 things that the Word of God says about 'HOPE': 1. Hope is never lost: For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? Romans 8:24 NIV 2. We can be confident in Hope: Now faith...

Day 86 Kingdom Business

Thought of the day. An absolutely wonderful way to honour God with our business is to give. The Lord’s Word has much to say about giving because it is a true characteristic of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He sacrificially gave Himself, holy and sinless, so that...

Day 232 Purpose in Christ

Thought for the day   Each one of us has God-given interests and passions that drive us. We see issues or problems that we’re enthusiastic about solving. Sometimes sin causes us to get caught up in those passions in a way that isn’t helpful. For instance, Moses...

Day 41 Arrogance

Thought for the day   People often say that there is a thin line between confidence and arrogance but the truth is that they are miles apart. Here are 10 differences between confidence and arrogance: 1. Confidence can come from a good place but arrogance never...

Day 61 Love beyond Words

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