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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)

July 24, 2024 Tuesday's Meeting Post a Comment

Live a Life Pleasing to God

Opening Scripture:

“Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it; for the time is near.” – Revelation 1:3

Be Transformed by Renewing Your Mind

Paul starts by urging us to offer our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God. This is true worship. We should not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of our minds. By doing this, we will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—His good, pleasing, and perfect will.

Humble Service in the Body of Christ

Paul tells us not to think of ourselves more highly than we should but to think of ourselves with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of us. We are all part of one body in Christ, and each member belongs to all the others. We have different gifts according to the grace given to each of us.

“Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, let us prophesy in proportion to our faith; or ministry, let us use it in our ministering; he who teaches, in teaching; he who exhorts, in exhortation; he who gives, with liberality; he who leads, with diligence; he who shows mercy, with cheerfulness.”
— Romans 12:6-8 (NKJV)

Serving God with Our Gifts

Paul lists several gifts and encourages us to use them to serve God and others:

  • Prophesying: If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith.
  • Serving: If it is serving, then serve.
  • Teaching: If it is teaching, then teach.
  • Encouraging: If it is to encourage, then give encouragement.
  • Giving: If it is giving, then give generously.
  • Leading: If it is to lead, do it diligently.
  • Showing Mercy: If it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.

Each of us has been given unique gifts by God. Using these gifts is not only a way to serve others but also a way to honor God. By utilizing our talents and abilities, we contribute to the growth and health of the body of Christ.

Love in Action

Paul gives us practical advice on how to live out our faith:

  • Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.
  • Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.
  • Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.
  • Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
  • Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.

Blessing and Living in Harmony

Paul instructs us to bless those who persecute us and not to curse them. We should rejoice with those who rejoice and mourn with those who mourn. We should live in harmony with one another and not be proud but willing to associate with people of low position. We should not be conceited.

Overcoming Evil with Good

We are to repay no one evil for evil. Instead, we should be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If possible, as far as it depends on us, we should live at peace with everyone. We should not take revenge but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord. Instead, if our enemy is hungry, we should feed him; if he is thirsty, we should give him something to drink. By doing this, we will heap burning coals on his head. We should not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.

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January 3, 2024 Tuesday's Meeting Post a Comment

Boldly Approaching God’s Throne

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Opening Scripture:

“Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors. And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.” – Matthew 6:9-13 (NKJV)

Tonight’s Message:

In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind and forget that God has a purpose for each of us. This year, it’s important to remember that God has plans filled with hope and goodness for us. But we also need to be aware that not everything in the world aligns with God’s ways. There are influences, like the spirit of the antichrist, that try to lead us away from what God wants for us.

Being led by God’s Spirit means making choices every day that are in line with God’s will. It’s about choosing to do the right thing, even when it’s not the easiest option. This includes the idea of ‘dying daily’ to our own desires and putting God’s plan first.

Prayer is key in this journey. It’s our direct communication with God, a way to align our thoughts and actions with His will. A life without prayer can feel empty and powerless. Through prayer, we not only talk to God but also receive the strength and guidance to face life’s challenges.

Despite the busyness of life, setting aside time for God and prayer is essential. It’s not always easy, but it’s important for maintaining our spiritual health. This is similar to the teaching of praying in secret, as mentioned in the Bible, where we seek a personal and private connection with God, away from the distractions of the world.

Forgiveness is another crucial aspect of our spiritual journey. Just as we seek God’s forgiveness, we are called to forgive others. This act of forgiveness is not just beneficial for those we forgive but also for our own spiritual growth.

This year is a time for us to step into a supernatural advantage, moving beyond the ordinary into a realm where prayer and faith take center stage. The more we immerse ourselves in prayer, the more attuned we become to this supernatural way of living.

Ephesians 3:12-21 encourages us to approach God boldly, with confidence. It’s a reminder to not let anything hinder our relationship with God. We are God’s vessels, entrusted with carrying out His work on earth. By staying connected to God through prayer and following His guidance, we can fulfill the purpose He has set for us.

Closing Scripture:

“Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, to Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen.” – Ephesians 3:20-21, NKJV

Tonight’s Worship Songs

Zacardi Cortez – 1 on 1

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Kirk Franklin – Listen

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The Clark Sisters – Blessed and Highly Favored

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