August 10, 2023“Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord.” – Acts 3:19 Pride ensnares us in its cage, keeping us trapped in self-centeredness and separating us from the abundant life God intends for us. However, there is a way to break free and escape the hold pride can have on us. And that escape route comes through repenta...  Read More

August 9, 2023“If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” – 1 John 1:8-9 Pride, like a cage, entraps and confines us, hindering our spiritual growth and distancing us from God’s presence. To break free from its grasp, we must first recognize the...  Read More

August 8, 2023 “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” – James 4:6 Did you know that pride can be the very thing that keeps the unbeliever out of heaven? It blinds individuals to their need for salvation, hinders repentance, and prevents the acceptance of God’s grace. James 4:6 reminds us that God opposes the proud but extends favor to the humble. Understanding the detrimental effec...  Read More

August 7, 2023“For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” – Luke 14:11 Pride poses a significant threat to the work we will undertake in heaven. It compromises our ability to serve wholeheartedly, selflessly, and in alignment with God’s purposes. As Luke 14:11 reminds us, those who exalt themselves will be humbled, but those who humble the...  Read More

August 6, 2023“God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” – James 4:6 Pride is a formidable obstacle that hinders the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. It erects barriers, obstructing the transformative power of God’s Spirit. Scripture makes it very clear that God opposes the proud but extends favor to the humble, as we see in today’s key verse. Understanding the detrimental effects...  Read More

August 5, 2023“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.” – Philippians 2:3 Pride is a formidable obstacle that hinders our relationships with others. It stands as a barrier between genuine connection, empathy, and the ability to love selflessly. The verse from Philippians 2:3 encourages us to set aside selfish ambition and conceit, choo...  Read More

August 4, 2023“Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.” – Proverbs 16:18 Pride is a dangerous pitfall that can lead to devastating consequences in our lives. Today’s key verse reminds us that pride precedes destruction, and a haughty spirit paves the way for a fall. Understanding the consequences of pride is crucial for our spiritual growth and well-being. Pride is the eleva...  Read More

August 3, 2023“When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.” – Proverbs 11:2 In our pursuit of blessings and favor from God, it is essential to remember that God cannot bless the prideful. Pride puts up a barrier between us and the blessings of God because He cannot bless sin. Proverbs 11:2 reminds us that when pride enters our hearts, it leads to disgrace, but humility o...  Read More

August 2, 2023 “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6 In the journey of life, there often comes a critical question: where do we place our trust? Do we rely on our own understanding, abilities, and authority? Or do we wholeheartedly trust in God’s unfailing wisdom and gui...  Read More

July 29, 2023Verse: “The name of the LORD is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” – Proverbs 18:10 In a world that constantly seeks security and clings to the illusion of safety, we are called as believers to a different perspective. We are challenged not to place our ultimate trust in earthly sources of security but to recognize that true safety is found in Jesus alone. It is...  Read More

July 28, 2023“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” – Deuteronomy 31:6 Courage is not the absence of fear, but the choice to act in spite of it. In our journey of faith, God calls us to actively pursue courage, trusting in His presence and promises. Deuteronomy 31:6 reminds us to be st...  Read More

July 27, 2023“Moses answered the people, ‘Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today.'” – Exodus 14:13 Perceived fears are the products of our overactive imagination when our minds get the best of us, and we envision worst-case scenarios. These fears can grip our hearts and paralyze us, hindering us from fully experiencing the abundant life God has ...  Read More