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  "He who gains Wisdom loves his own life; he who keeps understanding shall prosper and find good. Proverbs 19:8 AMPC We live in an era where knowledge and information are abundant. It’s an era where information finds you, rather than you seeking it. You’ll receive notifications on your phone about things you haven’t asked for; you’ll see huge billboards with messages on the streets, and even when you turn on your TV, you’ll be met with advertisements on matters you didn’t search for. Information and knowledge are everywhere. Because of this, many people are flooded with various types of information about their issues and needs, to the point where they no longer know what to believe or what to do. For example, if you’re diagnosed with an illness today, you’ll find ads for natural remedies on social media; if you go to a doctor, they’ll suggest their treatment; if you ask a friend, they’ll tell you something else. In the end, you’re confused and don’t know which information t

  "Dear friends, you are foreigners and strangers on this earth. So I beg you not to surrender to those desires that fight against you. - 1 Peter 2:11 CEV For a long time, we’ve been focused on battling external enemies—the ones we can see. These are people with bad intentions, those who may want us to fail, we also fight against evil spirits, demons, and principalities. While it’s important to guard against such threats, there is a greater enemy we often overlook. This enemy is closer than we realize—it lies within our own bodies. In God’s Word, an enemy is anything or anyone that hinders God’s purpose in your life. This inner enemy knows that the real you is your soul, so it wages war against it. As scripture says, “And who is he who will harm you if you become followers of what is good?” (1 Peter 3:13). For the enemy to truly harm you, he must first lead you into sin, pulling you away from God’s protection and peace. Your greatest enemy, then, is anything—especially within your

There is a saying people use: "Don’t act like you are a saint." This phrase mocks the idea of holiness, making it seem like something impossible. It has also made people see thinking of oneself as holy as blasphemy or a serious wrong. But that is not how God’s word describes it. God wants you to be holy, just as He is holy. Holiness is indeed achievable. And Almighty God says: "The saints who are on the earth, they are the excellent ones, in whom is all my delight. Psalm 16:3 (NKJV)" Therefore, "Consecrate yourselves and be holy, because I am the Lord your God. Keep my statutes and do them; I am the Lord who sanctifies you. Leviticus 20:7-8 (NKJV)" Wishing you a blessed Sunday🙏

  "I know what it is to be poor or to have plenty, and I have lived under all kinds of conditions. I know what it means to be full or to be hungry, to have too much or too little. Philippians 4:12 CEV" God’s purpose for humankind is for everyone to succeed, but each person has their own season. Just as each flower blooms in its own time, each of us has a time set by God. When that season comes, God will make you prosper. Until then, keep praying and working hard, trusting in His timing. When you look at your peers, former classmates, family members, or others in your age group and see their success, it’s easy to start comparing. Maybe a friend just built a new house or got a high-paying job, or perhaps someone you know is getting married. If you feel like you’ve achieved more, you may feel good about yourself. But if you feel like you’re still “behind,” it’s easy to feel discouraged and inadequate. This is where your perspective can become distorted. Some people think they ar

  "But the LORD said to Samuel, 'Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.'" — 1 Samuel 16:7 (NIV) The way people see and measure things is not the same as God’s perspective. Often, we forget this truth—that God, our Creator, knows us intimately and sees our true worth. The enemy tries to use people’s opinions, our weaknesses, and the circumstances around us to make us feel small and unworthy. When Samuel went to anoint the new king of Israel, seven of Jesse’s sons passed before him, yet none were chosen by God. The one whom God had selected was out in the fields tending sheep, away from people’s eyes. While others couldn’t see his worth, David was honouring God from his heart. God chose David not because of his outward qualities but because of his heart—a heart devoted to loving and respecting Him. Even when he was

  “Each one, as they have received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of the varied grace of God.” - 1 Peter 4:10 Do you know why the Lord created you? Are you fully utilizing the spiritual gifts He has given you? Recognizing and using your gifts is essential for a meaningful life here on earth. Think of a skilled craftsman who must know which tool to use for each job. In his workshop, he has many tools, each with its specific purpose. When he uses the right tool, he can accomplish his task with ease and produce exceptional quality. But when tools are used incorrectly, both the tool and the work can be damaged. This same principle applies to the gifts God has given you. Through the Holy Spirit, He has uniquely equipped you to build His kingdom by giving you his gifts which might include teaching, compassion, leadership, hospitality, or other talents intended to uplift others. These gifts can look different for everyone—some might have the gift of encouragement, while