Fellow freedom fighters, assemble! We started the week with the trio of listening speaking and seething, let's end with other aspects of Christian life hacking: the blessings that come from living according to God's Word, the "law of liberty" (James 1:25). So hold...
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Here are the last fewEven Listening to God, Not Enough
Greetings, knowledge aficionados! Remember the illustration of the parents telling the child to clean her room, and the child memorizes the command, analyzes the syntax, and even makes a study guide, but not actually cleaning the room? The Bible said: 22Don’t just...
Weeding before Seeding
Hey there, fellow green-thumbed believers! Today, we're going to talk about how to get our spiritual gardens in tip-top shape. No, we're not talking about planting actual flowers or vegetables (though that's cool too). We're talking about planting the Word of God in...
Attitude First
Hey there, fellow communication connoisseurs! Today, we're diving into the wild world of words with a heavenly twist: 19Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. 20Human anger does not produce...
Power to Save
Fellow Bible-reading rockstars, We are in the 3rd week of the Bible reading schedule. A lot of time, we have no idea the significance of what we are given. For example, we are so used to having a Bible to read. But do you know what work is involved or how long it...
Fighting Fire with Fire
Howdy, scriptural firefighters! Today, we're diving into the world of Scripture combat to tackle temptation and give the devil's lies a good ol’ spiritual soaking. So, grab your holy hoses and divine fire extinguishers, and let's explore James 1:17-18! 17Every good...
The Power of Accountability for Spiritual Workout Buddies
Hey there, accountability advocates! Today, we're going to explore the importance of accountability and how support from others can help us resist temptation and stay strong in our faith. Ready to tap into the power of spiritual workout buddies who put the "ha" in...
Break the Temptation Cycle
Greetings, temptation interrupters! Today, we're going to explore the different stages of temptation and learn how to interrupt the cycle before it leads to destruction. Buckle up, folks – it's time to become spiritual hackers and break free from temptation's...
Don’t Take the Bait
Howdy, temptation tamers! Today, we're going to examine how temptation works and learn how to avoid falling into its traps. Ready to become a master bait-dodger and expert angler of faith? Let's dive into James 1:14-15! 14But each person is tempted when he is lured...
Superhero: Know Your Weaknesses
Greetings, vulnerability virtuosos! Today, we're exploring how knowing our own weaknesses and vulnerabilities can help us avoid temptation and resist the devil. So, let's put on our spiritual superhero capes and dive into James 1:12-13 to face our inner kryptonite!...
How to Ask God?
Greetings, wisdom chasers! Today, we're tackling the question of how to ask God for wisdom and exploring what it means to ask in faith without doubting (James 1:5-8). So, let's dive right in and debunk some misconceptions about doubt, faith, and asking God for help....
What to Do in Trials
Greetings, hotline callers! Today, we're going to explore James 1:5-8 and learn how to approach God amid trials and why asking for wisdom is so important for enduring and growing through them. 5If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to...
The Purpose of Trials: Growbags for Faith
This is a growbag Hey there, spiritual gardeners! Today, we're diving into the purpose of trials in the life of a believer, as described by James in James 1:2-4. Brace yourselves for a wild ride into the world of spiritual growbags! 2Consider it pure joy, my brothers...
Consider it Pure Joy
Hey there, joy-seekers! Today, let's dive into a challenging but rewarding concept: finding joy in the midst of trials. James 1:2-4 encourages us to "consider it pure joy" when we face various challenges in our lives. 2Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters,...
Meet the Christian Life Hackers
Hey there, fellow Christian life hackers! Welcome to our new devotional series on the Epistle of James, where we'll be exploring some practical tips and tricks for living out our faith in the midst of everyday challenges. As you may already know, James is one of...
Maundy Thursday Prayer Vigil
Introduction Dear Friends, We're so glad you've decided to join us in this special Maundy Thursday Prayer Vigil. Maundy Thursday is the day when we remember Jesus' Last Supper with His friends, the disciples, and the moments leading up to His arrest and crucifixion....
Section 1: Opening Prayer
“An invitation can be viewed as a mandate to consider a particular opportunity.” As we begin this Maundy Thursday Prayer Vigil, let's consider it as God's invitation and ask Him to open our hearts and minds to the love and sacrifice of Jesus. In this section, we will...
Introduction
Dear Friends, We're so glad you've decided to join us in this special Maundy Thursday Prayer Vigil. Maundy Thursday is the day when we remember Jesus' Last Supper with His friends, the disciples, and the moments leading up to His arrest and crucifixion. The word...