Author: Colin
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Tuesday: Designed with Purpose
Anchor Verse “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” – Psalm 139:13-14 (NIV) In a Nutshell God’s creative process in making each of us is intentional and purposeful. Every…
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Embracing Your Uniqueness: Why Your Difference Makes a Difference
Have you ever felt like you just don’t fit in? Like you see the world a little differently than those around you—your friends, your family, your colleagues? Maybe you’ve been told to “just blend in,” but something inside you resists that idea. What if I told you that your difference is actually your greatest strength?…
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Monday: The Beauty of Being Set Apart
Anchor Verse “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.” – 1 Peter 2:9 (NIV) In a Nutshell We learned that being different isn’t a flaw—it’s an intentional design by…
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Saturday: Weekly Reflection – The Journey of Humility
Anchor Verse: Philippians 2:3-4 (NIV) “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.” In a Nutshell: This week’s devotionals explored humility as a transformative spiritual discipline that opens doors to God’s…
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Friday: Understanding God’s Favor
Anchor Verse: 3 John 2 (NIV) “Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well.” In a Nutshell: God’s favor isn’t just about material blessing, but about holistic prosperity that encompasses spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being. Unpacking the…
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Thursday: Handling Provocation with Grace
Anchor Verse: Proverbs 15:1 (NIV) “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” In a Nutshell: Humility transforms how we respond to provocation, turning potential conflicts into opportunities for spiritual growth and demonstration of God’s grace. Unpacking the Word: Provocation tests our spiritual maturity. When falsely accused or challenged, our…
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The Key to Favor: Faith, Humility, and the Power of Letting Go
What if the biggest thing blocking your blessings isn’t your lack of effort—but your pride? That’s a bold statement, but stay with me. We often think that success—whether in our careers, relationships, or faith—is about doing more, working harder, and proving ourselves. But the Bible tells a different story. It tells us that faith and…
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Wednesday: Obedience Over Sacrifice
Anchor Verse: 1 Samuel 15:22 (NIV) “To obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed is better than the fat of rams.” In a Nutshell: True spiritual maturity is measured not by grand gestures, but by simple, consistent obedience to God’s specific instructions. Unpacking the Word: Obedience is the practical expression of humility. It’s easy…
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Tuesday: The Danger of Pride
Anchor Verse: James 4:6 (NIV) “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” In a Nutshell: Pride is a spiritual poison that separates us from God’s favor, while humility opens the door to divine blessing and transformation. Unpacking the Word: Pride begins with a simple yet destructive lie: believing we are self-sufficient. Like…
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Monday: Foundations of Faith and Humility
Anchor Verse: Proverbs 22:4 (NIV) “Humility is the fear of the Lord; its wages are riches and honor and life.” In a Nutshell: The journey of faith begins with understanding that true greatness comes through humility, not pride. God’s favor is not earned by our achievements, but by our willingness to submit and trust Him.…