Weekly Reflection and Scripture Tags

"Such large crowds gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat in it, while all the people stood on the shore. Then he told them many things in parables, saying: “A farmer went out to sow his seed. As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path, and the birds came and ate it up. Some fell on rocky places, where it did not have much soil. It sprang up quickly, because the soil was shallow. But when the sun came up, the plants were scorched, and they withered because they had no root. Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up and choked the plants. Still other seed fell on good

Such large crowds gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat in it, while all the people stood on the shore. Then he told them many things in parables, saying: “A farmer went out to sow his seed. As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path, and the birds came and ate it up. Some fell on rocky places, where it did not have much soil. It sprang up quickly, because the soil was shallow. But when the sun came up, the plants were scorched, and they withered because they had no root. Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up and choked the plants. Still other seed fell on good soil, where it

"What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? By no means! We are those who have died to sin; how can we live in it any longer? Or don’t you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life."

Are you dead? Dead to the flesh and alive in Christ through the Holy Spirit?

Too often, people misuse verses like

What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? By no means! We are those who have died to sin; how can we live in it any longer? Or don’t you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.

Weekly Reflection Romans 6:1-4 NIV

"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will."

How Does Transformation in Christ Look?

Transformation in Christ begins when we are willing to reject the world’s version of truth and trust God's truth. It requires surrendering our understanding and accepting God’s Word as the foundation for thinking, living, and loving.

What Does It Mean to Be Renewed?

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

Weekly Reflection Romans 12:2 NIV

“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”

How is your fight against the enemy’s schemes going?

This verse stirred a powerful reflection in me during my quiet time with God. So often, I hear believers boldly rebuke the devil, commanding him to “get behind” them as they face temptation or spiritual attack. But have we paused to consider the authority required to do so?

In Matthew 16:23, Jesus rebukes Satan while addressing Peter: “Get behind me, Satan!” Peter, though filled with

Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

Weekly Reflection James 4:7 NIV

"The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me;
your rod and your staff, they comfort me."

Eternal Pastures Await: Walk with the Shepherd Today

Have you ever paused to truly reflect on what it means when David says, “The Lord is my shepherd”? These words were not poetry for poetry’s sake; they were

The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me;
your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

Weekly Reflection Psalm 23:1-4 NIV

"But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic."

"Motive Matters: Who Gets the Glory?"

I continually ask the Lord Jesus to guide and protect my heart against the enemy’s schemes as I strive to share the Gospel with the world. James 3:14-15 and Colossians 3:12-14 serve as reminders from God to keep my attitude in check and remain humble as He uses my life for His glory. It’s not about me.  James warns against

"But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic."

Weekly Reflection James 3:14-15 NIV

"It was given power to wage war against God’s holy people and to conquer them. And it was given authority over every tribe, people, language, and nation."

"The Power of Satan: A Temporary Reign and an Inevitable Judgment"

Have you ever wondered why Satan holds so much power over this world? It was given to him. In Revelation 12:7-12, we learn that Satan and his demons failed in their attempt to overthrow God. He seemed to forget that he was a created being, and any power he possessed was allowed by God. Yet, despite his rebellion,

"It was given power to wage war against God’s holy people and to conquer them. And it was given authority over every tribe, people, language, and nation."

Weekly Reflection Revelation 13:7 NIV

“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”

"The Good in Good Friday: A Call to Transformation"

As we approach the weekend that Christians around the world recognize as Good Friday, have you ever stopped to ask: What is so good about this Friday? On that day, Jesus was betrayed by a friend, arrested on false accusations, denied by those closest to Him, mocked, spit on, ridiculed, and ultimately crucified. By all accounts, it was a day of

“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”

"The Good in Good Friday: A Call to Transformation"

Weekly Reflection John 15:5 NIV

Then war broke out in heaven. Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back. But he was not strong enough, and they lost their place in heaven. The great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil, or Satan, who leads the whole world astray. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him.

Satan’s Rebellion and Deception

Revelation 12:7-9 describes the war in heaven, where Satan and his followers were cast down to earth. Jesus affirmed this fall, saying, “I saw Satan fall like

Then war broke out in heaven. Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back. But he was not strong enough, and they lost their place in heaven. The great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil, or Satan, who leads the whole world astray. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him.

Weekly Reflection Revelation 12:7-9 NIV

All Things New: Choosing Eternal Hope Over Temporary Lies

He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”

No matter the sorrow you face today, God’s promise remains firm—He will wipe away every tear. Pain, loss, and heartache will not last forever, for He is making all things new. Trust in His faithfulness, for His words

He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”

Weekly Reflection Revelation 21:4-5 NIV