Month: April 2025

April 22, 2025 Tuesday's Meeting Post a Comment

Unlocking Spiritual Understanding

Opening Scripture

“But as it is written: ‘Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.'”
— 1 Corinthians 2:9 (NKJV)

Only the Spirit Can Open Your Eyes

You cannot understand the things of God with natural thinking. The wisdom of God is revealed only by the Holy Spirit. There are two spirits at work in the world: one from God, and one from the world. If you follow the world’s way of thinking—logic, tradition, emotion—you will miss what the Spirit is trying to reveal.

Ask the Holy Spirit to sharpen your discernment. Every decision, every relationship, every open or closed door—there is a spiritual reality behind it. Without spiritual eyes, you may mistake resistance for failure or overlook divine guidance in a simple moment.

Ask yourself:

  • Am I seeing with my own understanding, or with spiritual eyes?

  • Do I test what I hear, or just assume it’s God?

True Worship Is Costly, but Worth It

“Then Mary took a pound of very costly oil of spikenard, anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped His feet with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the oil.”
— John 12:3 (NKJV)

Mary’s offering was expensive—so expensive that others criticized her. But Jesus called it beautiful. Worship that pleases God is not cheap. It’s not for show. It’s deeply personal, costly, and often misunderstood.

Worship is not about what others think—it’s about what God sees in your heart. Sacrificial worship shifts atmospheres. It fills the house. It draws heaven’s attention.

Reflection:

  • What am I withholding from God that He’s asking me to lay at His feet?

  • Have I been more concerned with appearance than authenticity in my worship?

Unless It Dies, It Remains Alone

“Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain.”
— John 12:24 (NKJV)

Jesus teaches that life only multiplies through death. You cannot hold onto your own desires and expect spiritual growth. Real transformation requires surrender. That means letting go of comfort, control, and even your own plans.

Dying to self is not about losing who you are—it’s about becoming who God always intended you to be.

Pray this: “Lord, help me die to the things that keep me from You. Make me fruitful through surrender.”

The Fruit Is the Evidence

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness.”
— Galatians 5:22 (NKJV)

Spiritual growth is not measured by how much you know—but by how much you reflect Christ. You know the Spirit is working in you when:

  • You love people who are hard to love

  • You have peace even in chaos

  • You respond with patience when it’s easier to react

  • You show kindness without being asked

  • You stay faithful when no one is watching

Fruit doesn’t grow overnight—but it grows surely when the root is deep in God.

Ask God:

  • Which fruit is missing in my life?

  • What needs to be pruned so the fruit can grow?

Let Light Lead You

“I have come as a light into the world, that whoever believes in Me should not abide in darkness.”
— John 12:46 (NKJV)

Jesus came to pull you out of darkness—out of confusion, tradition, and fear. He came to guide you with clarity and truth. But light only helps when you walk in it. If you know the truth but don’t respond to it, the light has no effect.

Step into the light. That means obedience, not just understanding.

Final Encouragement:

  • Stay surrendered

  • Stay sensitive to the Spirit

  • Let God shape you through community and the Word

  • Expect fruit from the seed of sacrifice

Closing Scripture

“If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.”
— Galatians 5:25 (NKJV)

April 16, 2025 Uncategorized Post a Comment

Receiving and Delivering God’s Revelation

Opening Scripture:

“But God has revealed them to us through His Spirit. For the Spirit searches all things, yes, the deep things of God.”
— 1 Corinthians 2:10 (NKJV)

Spiritual Revelation Requires Humility

God doesn’t reveal deep spiritual truths to the proud or self-reliant. He gives His secrets to those who come with humble hearts—those who admit, “I don’t know, but God does.” Humility is not just about bowing your head—it’s about opening your heart. When we acknowledge our need for God’s help, we make space for the Holy Spirit to speak and move.

Whether we are receiving or sharing what God has revealed, we must remember: this is not about us. It’s not about sounding deep or looking spiritual. It’s about pointing people to Jesus and letting the Spirit do the work. Pride will always get in the way of true revelation.

The Spirit Is Our Connection to God’s Mind

God has given us His own Spirit—not just to comfort us, but to teach and reveal things we could never figure out on our own. The Holy Spirit searches the deep things of God and shares them with us. Think about that—God doesn’t leave us guessing. He wants us to know His heart. He wants us to understand the plans He has prepared for us.

Without the Spirit, we’re like someone trying to read a book in the dark. But when the Spirit comes in, it’s like the lights turn on. We begin to see, understand, and walk in truth.

Only the Spirit Can Make God’s Plans Clear

God has prepared things for us—blessings, assignments, and breakthroughs—that human eyes haven’t seen and ears haven’t heard. These things can’t be discovered with human logic or emotions. They are spiritual, and only the Spirit of God can reveal them.

This is why prayer is so important. Revelation doesn’t come through hard thinking—it comes through deep surrender. When we pray, we give the Holy Spirit room to speak. We must stop relying on our understanding and instead ask, “Holy Spirit, show me what’s on the mind of God today.”

We Must Be Spiritually Mature to Discern Spiritual Things

The more we grow in our walk with God, the more we begin to understand spiritual truths that once confused us. Spiritual maturity doesn’t come from age or Bible knowledge alone—it comes from being in tune with the Holy Spirit.

The natural mind—our human thoughts—can’t grasp what God is saying. But when we let the Spirit lead, we begin to see things clearly. We no longer react based on feelings or fear. We move with wisdom, peace, and boldness.

Action Steps for This Week

  • Pray daily for God to increase your sensitivity to His Spirit.

  • Speak life over your situations—blessings, not curses.

  • Trust God’s timing even when it doesn’t make sense.

  • Pray for others who are going through trials—like the sister recovering from cancer and blood clots.

Surrender control and ask the Holy Spirit to guide your decisions, your words, and your thoughts.

Let’s live in such a way that we don’t just hear spiritual truths—we live them out, with humility, maturity, and the Spirit of God leading every step. Amen.

April 9, 2025 Tuesday's Meeting Post a Comment

Let God Chisel

Opening Scripture:

“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.”
— Ephesians 2:10 (NKJV)

1. Getting Off the Highway, Then Getting Back On

Life will sometimes pull us off course. Maybe we made a wrong decision, got discouraged, or stopped trusting God’s direction. Spiritually, it can feel like we’ve taken an exit and now we’re far from where God intended us to be.

But grace gives us a way back.

Getting back on track begins with facing where we went wrong, letting go of guilt, and choosing to move forward in faith. God isn’t looking to condemn you—He wants to guide you home.

2. You Need the Right People Around You

We all need people who build us up, not tear us down. A good circle of believers brings life—through encouragement, accountability, and prayer. Relationships are like spiritual bank accounts: if you keep withdrawing without making deposits, the account runs dry. But when people pray for you, speak life, and walk with you, you gain strength to keep going.

Choose wisely who’s in your corner. Spiritual support isn’t optional—it’s essential.

3. Spiritual Attacks Are Real—So Is the Power of Prayer

Sometimes, what looks like stress or conflict is actually spiritual warfare. Families get divided. Fear creeps in. Nightmares or unrest can show up unexpectedly. But God has not left us defenseless. Prayer is how we fight. The Word is how we stand.

Before bed, pray Psalm 4:8 over your family. Invite God’s peace and presence into your home. He is our protector—even while we sleep.

4. Corrupted Desires and the Need for Renewal

Our old ways—the “old self”—are often shaped by lies we believed: “I’ll never change,” “This is just who I am,” or “No one cares.” These are deceitful desires. They pull us away from truth and deeper into spiritual darkness.

But Ephesians 4 tells us to put off that old self. It’s corrupt. It can’t be fixed—it has to be replaced.

How? By renewing your mind. By allowing God to reshape how you think, feel, and live. The new you is not based on who you were, but on who God created you to be—in righteousness and holiness. Don’t cling to what God is asking you to release.

5. Be the Light in the Darkness

You were made to shine. Not just to blend in, but to be a light in dark places. When we walk in love, in truth, and in unity, we expose what’s hidden—not to shame people, but to bring healing and freedom.

Watch how you speak. Use your words to build, not to break. Tame the tongue, even when you’re under pressure. That’s what it means to live like children of light.

6. Look for Prayers in the Word

Scripture holds prayers waiting to be prayed. When you read verses like Ephesians 4:1-6, turn them into personal prayers:
“Lord, help me walk worthy. Make me humble, gentle, and patient. Teach me to fight for unity, not division.”

Don’t just read the Bible—pray it. Let the Word speak life into your daily walk.

7. God’s Handiwork and the Chisel of Grace

Ephesians 2:10 tells us something powerful—we are God’s workmanship. That means He is shaping us like a skilled artist shapes a masterpiece. Sometimes, it feels like He’s chiseling away things we’ve grown comfortable with: pride, fear, anger, bitterness. But every cut is made with purpose.

You’re not broken—you’re being formed. You’re not forgotten—you’re being refined. You are God’s creation, built for good works, already planned for you to walk in.

Action Steps for This Week

  • Pray Psalm 4:8 over your family before bed. Ask God to bring peace and safety into your home.

  • Encourage your wife to join a women’s group. Community brings strength and spiritual growth.

  • Read Ephesians 4:1-6 and 4:22-24. Ask God to help you find a prayer for your personal renewal and unity.

  • Reflect on what desires you need to let go of. What part of the “old self” is God calling you to leave behind?

  • Meditate on Ephesians 2:10. Thank God for the way He’s shaping your life—piece by piece, day by day.

Final Thought

God is always calling us higher. But to move forward, we have to let go of the past. That means putting off the old self, choosing truth over lies, and walking in the light.

You’re not stuck.
You’re not finished.
You’re being sculpted—lovingly, intentionally, patiently—by the hand of the Creator.

Let God chisel. Let Him shape. Let Him lead you back on track.

Closing Scripture

“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.”
— Ephesians 2:10 (NKJV)

April 2, 2025 Tuesday's Meeting Post a Comment

Breaking Free: When Your Past Doesn’t Define Your Future

Opening Scripture

 “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” – 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NKJV)

The Message

Life can feel like a never-ending cycle of pain and disappointment. Maybe you’ve been trapped by addiction, family trauma, or repeated mistakes that seem impossible to escape. But God sees something completely different. He sees potential where others see problems. He sees a future where you see only darkness.

Why It Matters

Your history is not your destiny. The men in our meeting shared powerful stories of transformation – from drug addiction to broken relationships, from anger to peace. Each story proves the same truth: God specializes in total, radical restoration. You are not defined by:

  • Your worst mistakes
  • Your family’s history
  • Past failures
  • Current struggles

You are defined by:

  • God’s love
  • His purpose for your life
  • The potential He sees in you
  • His ability to remake and restore

What We Can Do

  1. Admit You Need Help

    – Honesty is the first step to healing – Stop pretending everything is okay – Surrender your struggles to God

  2. Build a Support System

    – Find people who believe in your potential – Connect with a healthy community – Be vulnerable and transparent

  3. Develop a Prayer Life

    – Talk to God daily – Be real about your struggles – Listen for His guidance

  4. Take Small, Consistent Steps

    – Change happens incrementally – Celebrate small victories – Don’t get discouraged by setbacks

  5. Renew Your Mind

    – Read Scripture – Replace negative thoughts with God’s truth – Believe what God says about you, not what your past suggests

Final Thought

Transformation is a journey, not a single moment. God isn’t counting your failures; He’s counting on your willingness to keep trying. Every day is a new opportunity to become who He designed you to be. Your past is a lesson, not a life sentence. Christ’s strength becomes perfect in our weakness. Trust Him with your entire story – the painful parts and the hopeful parts.

Closing Prayer

“Father, I’m ready. Transform me from the inside out. Give me courage to believe I can change. Remove the lies I’ve believed about myself and replace them with Your truth. I surrender my past, my present, and my future to You.”

Closing Scripture

“Being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.” – Philippians 1:6 (NKJV)