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Reading Scripture as a path to Theosis — deification and union with God.
Key question: “How does this passage draw us into the mystery of God and guide us on the path of theosis?”
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Imagine a young mother named Maria, who clutches her infant son tightly as she steps off a crowded bus in a new city. The sun is setting, casting an orange glow that feels both welcoming and threatening. She gazes at...
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause to reflect on the beauty that surrounds me today, I am struck by the profound wisdom of Philippians 4:13—“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” This verse is not just a...
A few years ago, I met a woman named Clara at a community garden. She was tending to her plot, a riot of colors and life, in stark contrast to the barren soil of resentment she had carried for years....
There’s a small, weathered church on the outskirts of town, a place where the sun sets low behind the hills, casting long shadows over its brick façade. One chilly evening, a mother named Clara pulled her son, Danny, close as...
As I ponder the notion of sloth in my own life, I am drawn to the powerful words of Colossians 1:15-20, where we see Christ depicted as the very image of the invisible God, the One who brings order to...
As we delve into the intricate relationship between sexuality and our Christian faith, we find ourselves standing at a crucial crossroads in our contemporary world. The passage in Colossians 1:15-20 serves as a profound compass, guiding us through the murky...
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause in the stillness of this moment, I am stirred by the weight of Guilt that sometimes wraps itself around my heart like a heavy cloak. In Proverbs 3:5-6, you remind us to trust in...
Dear God of Love and Justice, Today, as I turn my heart toward dismantling tyrannical leadership in my life, I find myself anchored in the profound words of Micah 6:8. "He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And...
When Jesus commissioned His disciples in Matthew 28:19-20, He entrusted them with a monumental task: "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations." This call is a profound reflection of God's faithfulness. It invites us to consider not only our...
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause to reflect on the profound significance of Healthcare & Healing Ministry in my life today, I am drawn to the timeless wisdom found in Luke 10:25-37, the parable of the Good Samaritan. In this...
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on the intricate dance between technology and human connection, I find myself drawn to your promise in Jeremiah 29:11, where you declare, “For I know the plans I have for you.” In a world...
In our whirlwind world, guilt often sneaks in like a thief in the night, robbing us of peace and purpose. It’s a familiar struggle, one that echoes through the ages—just as the characters in the Bible wrestled with their own...
A few months ago, I had the privilege of sitting with a dear friend named Sarah, a single mother navigating life with two small children. She shared with me a time when her world felt utterly dark. Just a few...
As I sat on my porch one summer morning, a gentle breeze rustled the leaves of the oak tree in my yard. I could hear the distant hum of children playing, and it struck me how often we miss the...
In a quiet town, there lived a woman named Sarah who had spent her life serving others. From the moment she woke to the time she laid her head down to sleep, her calendar overflowed with volunteer commitments—soup kitchens, mentoring...
On a sunny afternoon, I found myself sitting on a bench next to a woman named Sarah. We had met at a local park where she often took her grandchildren to play. As we chatted, she shared her journey of...
As we gather today, let us turn our hearts towards the profound truth embedded in Galatians 5:22-23, where the Apostle Paul speaks of the fruits of the Spirit. These virtues—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control—are more...
Dear Heavenly Father, As I sit quietly this morning, my thoughts drift to the weight of Guilt that often clings to me like a shadow. I am reminded of your wisdom in Proverbs 3:5-6, where You call us to trust...
Isaiah 40:31 holds a profound promise: “But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Here, we...
Consider for a moment the incredible gift of grace described in Ephesians 2:8-9, where we are reminded that salvation is God’s work, not ours. "For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is...
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause today to consider the intertwining threads of Crisis and Hope in my life, I am drawn to the profound wisdom of Proverbs 31:8-9, where we are urged to "speak up for those who cannot...
Dear Heavenly Father, As I pause to reflect on the intersection of mental health and spirituality, I am drawn to the profound wisdom found in Philippians 4:6-7, where you invite us to cast our anxieties upon you and to embrace...
Imagine a small village nestled in the heart of Russia, where the crisp air is filled with the scent of pine and the distant sound of church bells ringing in harmony. Here, in the early 15th century, a humble monk...
“Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10). This invitation to stillness isn’t merely a call to silence; it’s an embrace of grace. Imagine a busy marketplace, where voices clash and feet stomp on cobblestones—each sound vying for...