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Ephesians 2:8-9 · WEB
8for by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God,
9not of works, that no one would boast.
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Daily Reflection: Kindness - Prayer
Imagine a small garden, nestled in the corner of a backyard. Each morning, as the sun breaks over the horizon, the gardener kneels down, hands in the soil, nurturing the tender shoots peeking through the earth. With each drop of...
Evening Prayer: Righteousness - Biblical Insight
As evening settles in, casting a warm glow through your window, take a moment to reflect on the profound gift of righteousness found in Ephesians 2:8-9: “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves;...
A Story of Humility - Contemporary Example
A few years ago, I met a man named David. He was in his late forties, wearing a well-worn jacket that had seen better days. David had spent years climbing the corporate ladder, finding success but also feeling increasingly lost....
The Power of Peace - Biblical Analogy
On a quiet evening, as the sun began to set, I visited a small farm where a woman named Rachel lived. Rachel was tending to her garden, a place that had always been her sanctuary. As I approached, I noticed...
Morning Meditation: Peace - Story
As the soft morning light spills through the window, I recall a moment from last summer. I was sitting on my porch, coffee in hand, surrounded by the vibrant colors of our garden. Each flower seemed to dance in the...
Daily Reflection: Grace - Biblical Insight
Consider a moment in your life when you experienced an unexpected kindness—a stranger holding the door, a friend providing an encouraging word just when you needed it, or perhaps a loved one forgiving a mistake that weighed heavily on your...
Morning Meditation: Kindness - Prayer
As dawn breaks and the world stirs awake, the gentle light reminds us of the *hesed*—the steadfast love—of God that envelops us each morning. Ephesians 2:8-9 speaks of this profound truth: “For by grace you have been saved through faith,...
Morning Meditation: Kindness - Biblical Insight
As the sun peeks over the horizon, casting a warm glow over our morning routines, we are reminded of the gentle, persistent way God's kindness envelops us each day. In Ephesians 2:8-9, we are assured that it is by grace...
Morning Meditation: Peace - Prayer
As dawn breaks and the world stirs awake, there’s a sacred stillness that invites us to pause and breathe in the presence of God. Imagine beginning your day in a quiet corner of your home, perhaps a favorite chair cradled...
Morning Meditation: Peace - Biblical Insight
As dawn breaks, we find ourselves enveloped in the gentle embrace of morning light, a reminder of God's steadfast love. This light, warm and inviting, mirrors the grace described in Ephesians 2:8-9, where we are reminded that it is by...
Morning Meditation: Grace - Story
Imagine waking each morning to a small gift left on your doorstep. Each package, beautifully wrapped, carries a note that reads: "This is for you, no strings attached." How would it feel to know that each day, regardless of what...
Daily Reflection: Patience - Story
As I sat in the garden last week, I watched a single seedling break through the soil, stretching its tiny leaves toward the sun. It reminded me of our journey of spiritual growth—an intricate dance of love, patience, and understanding....
Evening Prayer: Faithfulness - Story
As the sun dips below the horizon, casting long shadows across the landscape, let us take a moment to reflect on the faithfulness of God—a faithfulness that calls us to serve and grow in His presence. Ephesians 2:8-9 reminds us...
Daily Reflection: Kindness - Story
Let me share a story that speaks to the heart of kindness and the hope it brings. A few years back, in a small neighborhood, there lived an elderly woman named Miss Clara. She had seen many seasons pass and...
The Power of Courage - Contemporary Example
Last summer, a friend of mine named Sarah found herself standing at the edge of a high cliff overlooking a crystal-clear lake. She had always admired the thrill-seekers who jumped off those heights, but today was different. Today, she felt...
Daily Reflection: Grace - Prayer
Imagine for a moment a child, arms outstretched, waiting to be lifted into the embrace of a loving parent. There’s a simplicity and purity to that gesture—an unspoken trust that the parent will respond, that the weight of the world...
Lessons from Humility - Biblical Analogy
In a small town, there lived a woman named Elizabeth. Known for her humble spirit, she spent her days tending to her garden, a patch of earth that seemed unremarkable on the surface. Yet, if you looked closer, you would...
A Story of Faithfulness - Contemporary Example
Let me tell you about a woman named Ruth who lived right here in our community. Ruth was a single mother, working two jobs just to make ends meet. Her days were filled with the struggles of balancing work and...
When Love - Contemporary Example
There once was a young man named Jamal, who grew up in a neighborhood where hope often seemed scarce. His surroundings were filled with challenges, yet he held onto a dream—a dream of becoming a teacher, a guiding light for...
Spiritual Insight: Salvation - Story
Ephesians 2:8-9 reminds us, "For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God—not the result of works, so that no one may boast." Imagine a young child...
Morning Meditation: Kindness - Story
As dawn breaks and the golden rays filter through your window, picture this: a young boy, standing outside in the crisp morning air, holding a bouquet of wildflowers. Each bloom vibrant and full of life, he carefully approaches his elderly...
Thinking About Perseverance - Commentary
As we meditate on Ephesians 2:8-9, we are reminded that our salvation is a gift from God, not a result of our own works. This divine grace is the very foundation of our perseverance. Think of a child learning to...
The Doctrine of Wisdom - Church Context
The Apostle Paul reminds us in Ephesians 2:8-9 that it is by grace we have been saved, through faith; and this is not from ourselves, it is the gift of God. This profound truth invites us into a deeper understanding...
The Doctrine of Perseverance - Church Context
As we gather in this sacred space, we are reminded of Ephesians 2:8-9, where Paul tells us, "For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works,...