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Finding Peace and Provision in the care of the Good Shepherd The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.— Psalm 23:1 (KJV) Responsibilities of a Shepherd    •    Leading the Flock:    •    Guiding the sheep to safe pastures for grazing.    •    Ensuring a steady supply of clean water.    •    Planning routes to avoid danger or overgrazing.    •    Providing Protection:    •    Guarding the sheep against predators such as wolves, bears, or thieves.    •    Building or maintaining secure sheepfolds or enclosures for nighttime safety.    •    Using tools like a staff or sling to deter threats.    •    Caring for the Flock’s Well-being:    •    Monitoring for signs of illness, injury, or stress.    •    Administering medical care when needed, such as cleaning wounds or treating infections.    •    Assisting with…

Trusting God’s Eternal Plans For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.— Jeremiah 29:11 (KJV) God’s thoughts for us are like no other. His plans are eternal, extending far beyond our present circumstances. Yet, they influence our current reality in profound ways. It’s natural to desire immediate answers or interventions from God to avoid hardships. Sometimes He spares us, but other times, He allows us to face challenges for a greater purpose. Why does God permit these difficulties? It is so we…

Embracing God’s Promise Amid Life’s Challenges As children of God, we have a promise: no matter how much the world is set against us, we know that all things will work in our favor. No amount of money or political power can change the outcome for God’s chosen. We are in the world, but not of the world. When our relationship with God is our number one priority, all things are added to us, and we lack nothing. Although the enemy may set plans against us, in the end, they will always work out for our good. No mountain is…

“Trusting God to Face Life’s Challenges with Peace and Courage” Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.– Philippians 4:6-7 (KJV) Take a moment today and reflect on areas of your life you’ve been avoiding—those “elephants in the room” that linger unresolved. This doesn’t mean skydiving or other extreme challenges. Instead, think about practical situations you’ve been putting off, like going to the dentist or having a hard…

Living the word: Becoming a Doer, Not Just a Hearer “But be ye doers of the Word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.”—James 1:22 (KJV) The Word of God has the power to transform anyone who reads it and obeys its teachings. Repentance and seeking forgiveness through Jesus Christ—the only way to heaven—are essential. But imagine hearing this truth and not acting on it. Transformation takes action on our part. We must repent and ask for forgiveness in the name of Jesus, but it doesn’t end there. We are called to read the Bible and follow its guidance.…

Trusting God’s Faithfulness in Every Moment Psalms 32:8 – KJV“I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.” God is faithful to help us in every area of our lives. Nothing is too small for Him to notice or too big for Him to handle. Time and again, God has guided me away from trouble. Yet, there have been times when I stubbornly chose my own way and walked right into the problems He was trying to help me avoid. Even then, He remained faithful, pulling me through.…

Surrendering Your Life to Christ and Trusting His Guidance Luke 9:23 (KJV)”And he (Jesus) said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.” When you choose to follow Jesus, you will have everything in the world set itself against you and use every possible means to pull you away from your commitment to Him. But take heart—Jesus has overcome the world (John 16:33). Putting Jesus first in your life, even above yourself, will bring chaos. Things may quickly seem to spiral out of control. The…

Discover how your words shape your journey. Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.— Proverbs 18:21 (KJV) Our tongues can speak life or death into situations, and what we truly love and desire is what we end up with. If you love life and speak goodness into the situations around you, goodness will come back to you. But likewise, if you speak negativity, you’ll reap those consequences too. Reflection: What kind of fruit are your words producing in your life right now—life or death? As Christians who…