Today’s Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6 Further Instructions 2 Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with thanksgiving. 3 At the same time, pray for us as well, that God will open to us a door for the word, that we may declare the mystery of Christ, for which I am in prison, 4 so that I may reveal it clearly, as I should. 5 Conduct yourselves wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the time.[a] 6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer everyone.   Devotional: THE POWER OF SALT ..read more

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Today’s Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-10 Tending the Flock of God 5 Now as an elder myself and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as one who shares in the glory to be revealed, I exhort the elders among you 2 to tend the flock of God that is in your charge, exercising the oversight,[a] not under compulsion but willingly, as God would have you do it,[b] not for sordid gain but eagerly. 3 Do not lord it over those in your charge, but be examples to the flock. 4 And when the chief shepherd appears, you will win the crown of glory that never fades ..read more

Dear Friends, My experience serving the Church began at a young age when I watched my dad sing in the choir, usher, and teach Sunday School classes. The relationships he made impacted my family directly as many of those people became close family friends that we did life with through my youth. Then, as an adult, it was natural for me to participate in our children’s ministry classes and serve on the hostess committee. Again, I still have relationships with the people I worked alongside and know I can count on them for prayer, intercession, and true Christian guidance in my life decisions. Memo ..read more

Today’s Scripture: Revelation 3:14-21 The Message to Laodicea 14 “And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: The words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the origin[a] of God’s creation: 15 “I know your works; you are neither cold nor hot. I wish that you were either cold or hot. 16 So, because you are lukewarm and neither cold nor hot, I am about to spit you out of my mouth. 17 For you say, ‘I am rich, I have prospered, and I need nothing.’ You do not realize that you are wretched, pitiable, poor, blind, and naked. 18 Therefore I ad ..read more

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Today’s Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11 God’s Defense of His City and People To the leader. Of the Korahites. According to Alamoth. A Song. 1 God is our refuge and strength,     a very present[a] help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change,     though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam,     though the mountains tremble with its tumult. Selah 4 There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,     the holy ha ..read more

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Today’s Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20 18 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit 20 and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”[a]   Devotional: A GRANDDAUGHTER’S GIFT How do my words and actions reflect my trust in God? Read more sign up to receive devotional via email The post Daily Devotional 4.16.24 app ..read more

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