04Jul 2025 by Malu Jones No Comments
1 Corinthians 13:4–8 — This Is What Love Really Looks Like

1 Corinthians 13:4–8 — This Is What Love Really Looks Like

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Introduction: Love Beyond Words We live surrounded by empty definitions of love. It’s often confused with fleeting emotions, unhealthy dependence, or sweet gestures that lack depth. And many times — even in close relationships — we quietly ask ourselves: Is this really what love is supposed to look like? In 1 Corinthians 13, the apostle Paul doesn’t give us a poetic opinion. He gives us a divine description of love — the kind of love that doesn’t wear out, doesn’t fake, and doesn’t abandon. Today we’re going to walk through these verses with open eyes and a ready heart. Because the love God calls us to live is not only greater — it’s more real. The Verse (NIV) “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does…
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02Jul 2025 by Malu Jones No Comments
Paul — From Persecutor to Passionate Witness of Christ

Paul — From Persecutor to Passionate Witness of Christ

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Why study the life of Paul? Some conversions are quiet. Others are radical. Paul’s was like a lightning bolt that split his life in two: A before, marked by religious pride… And an after, set ablaze by grace. Studying Paul is understanding that no heart is ever too far for God. That the darkest past can become a testimony. And that a life surrendered to the Gospel can impact the entire world. Brief Biography Original name: Saul (Sha’ul in Hebrew); later known as Paul (Paulus in Latin, meaning “small”) Origin: Tarsus of Cilicia, a Roman city (modern-day Turkey) Parents: Jews from the tribe of Benjamin; his father was likely a Pharisee Birth: Around 5–10 A.D. Death: Likely between 64–67 A.D., martyred in Rome under Emperor Nero Marital status: The Bible…
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30Jun 2025 by Malu Jones No Comments
Isaiah 26:3 — Peace Is a Promise, Not a Personality Trait

Isaiah 26:3 — Peace Is a Promise, Not a Personality Trait

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Introduction: When Peace Feels Out of Reach There are seasons when peace feels like a distant dream. Our minds won’t stop racing. Our hearts feel overwhelmed. We smile on the outside, but inside we’re fighting anxiety, stress, or confusion. Isaiah 26:3 is not just a poetic line. It’s a promise — one that reveals the deep connection between trust in God and inner peace. This verse reminds us that peace is not the result of circumstances, personality, or effort. It’s the fruit of trust — real, active, steady trust in a faithful God. Let’s unpack this promise word by word, and allow its truth to calm the noise inside us. The Verse (NIV) “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” —…
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27Jun 2025 by Malu Jones No Comments
2 Timothy 1:7 — That Fear Doesn’t Come from God

2 Timothy 1:7 — That Fear Doesn’t Come from God

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Introduction: When Fear Tries to Take Control There are days when fear paralyzes us. Not always loud or obvious fear. Sometimes it’s quiet: The unspoken insecurity. The anxiety hidden behind a smile. The fear of failing, of speaking, of deciding, of not being enough. And in those moments, this statement Paul makes to Timothy rings like a truth that cuts through invisible chains: “For God has not given us a spirit of fear…” This verse is not just an encouraging quote. It is a firm declaration of spiritual identity, a truth that reminds us who we are and what we’ve been given in Christ. Let’s break it down word by word, to understand how God doesn’t call us to live in fear — but in power, love, and self-discipline. The…
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25Jun 2025 by Malu Jones No Comments
Moses — The Deliverer Chosen by God

Moses — The Deliverer Chosen by God

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Why study the life of Moses? Sometimes we feel incapable. Insecure. We carry a heavy past, stumble over our words, or feel paralyzed by fear. And yet, God calls people like that. Because He’s not looking for perfect voices—He’s looking for willing hearts. Studying the life of Moses is seeing how God can transform the most insecure into a leader, the most hunted into a deliverer, and the weakest into a faithful servant. It shows us that history isn’t written by comfort, but by obedience. Brief Biography Name: Moses (Mosheh in Hebrew) — Meaning: “drawn out of the waters” Parents: Amram and Jochebed, from the tribe of Levi Birth: Around 1520 B.C., in Egypt Death: At 120 years old, on Mount Nebo, without entering the Promised Land (Deuteronomy 34:5) Wife:…
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23Jun 2025 by Malu Jones No Comments
Romans 10:9 — The Confession That Saves

Romans 10:9 — The Confession That Saves

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Introduction: What Does It Really Mean to Believe in Jesus? Many people wonder how salvation is received. Some believe it's earned by being good, doing the right things, or growing up in a Christian environment. But the Bible is clear: Salvation is not earned — it is received by faith, through a sincere act of surrender and confession. Romans 10:9 is one of the most direct and beautiful passages that explains how we enter into eternal life. Not through religion, heritage, or emotion — but through a deep belief born in the heart and expressed with the mouth. Today we’ll break down this verse to discover just how simple, powerful, and transformative the path to salvation is — according to God, not us. The Verse (NIV) “If you declare with…
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20Jun 2025 by Malu Jones No Comments
Matthew 11:28 — Come Weary, But Come

Matthew 11:28 — Come Weary, But Come

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Introduction: When the Soul Can’t Go On There are moments when the exhaustion isn’t just physical. The weight isn’t on your shoulders — it’s in your chest. It’s soul-deep fatigue. The kind that sleep won’t fix. The kind that silence and distraction can’t numb. The kind that comes from internal battles, unspoken pain, and quiet anxiety. Jesus knows that kind of exhaustion. And He doesn’t ignore it. He doesn’t rush it. He doesn’t rebuke it. Instead, He embraces it with tenderness and authority. And He offers an invitation that still stands today for each of us: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” This isn’t a religious phrase. It’s a personal call. A real promise. An open door for anyone who’s…
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18Jun 2025 by Malu Jones No Comments
Peter — The Disciple Who Fell… and Was Lifted Up by Love

Peter — The Disciple Who Fell… and Was Lifted Up by Love

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Why study the life of Peter? There are moments when we feel strong in our faith... And others when we stumble, doubt, or even deny what we once passionately confessed. Peter represents all of us: Impetuous, sincere, contradictory, courageous… and deeply in need of grace. Studying Peter is discovering that Jesus doesn’t look for perfect followers, but for hearts willing to be transformed. It shows us that failure isn’t the end when there is repentance… and that the love of Christ restores and renews like no one else can. Brief Biography Name: Simon, whom Jesus called Peter (Petros in Greek, meaning “rock”) Father: Jonah or John (John 1:42) Place of origin: Bethsaida, a fishing village near the Sea of Galilee Original profession: Fisherman Marital status: Married (Mark 1:30 mentions his…
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16Jun 2025 by Malu Jones No Comments
Isaiah 40:31 — Renewing Strength Is Not About Running Harder, but Waiting Better

Isaiah 40:31 — Renewing Strength Is Not About Running Harder, but Waiting Better

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Introduction: When You Have Nothing Left There are days when we simply can’t go any further. The body is tired, the mind overwhelmed, and the soul… worn out. Sometimes we feel like we’ve tried everything and still see no fruit. Other times, we feel exhausted before we even begin. Isaiah 40:31 has been, for generations, a verse of hope for those who’ve reached their limit. But its message is not about pushing harder or pretending everything is fine. It’s a call to wait. To trust. To depend. To renew our strength — not in ourselves — but in God. And far from being passive, that kind of waiting is a deep and courageous act of faith. Let’s break it down word by word to rediscover what God wants to promise…
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13Jun 2025 by Malu Jones No Comments
Proverbs 3:5–6 — Don’t Rely on Yourself, God Already Knows the Way

Proverbs 3:5–6 — Don’t Rely on Yourself, God Already Knows the Way

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Introduction: When Trusting Isn’t Easy Trust becomes difficult when we don’t understand what’s happening. It becomes even harder when we feel like we’ve done everything right — and things still don’t turn out as we expected. And it’s in those exact moments — when the map fades and our strength gives out — that we need to remember this instruction from God’s heart: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart…” This verse from Proverbs is not just a guideline — it’s an invitation to surrender control. To stop relying on our calculations, our strategies, our expectations. And to live with the confidence that God knows more, sees farther, and goes before us. Today we’ll unpack this biblical gem step by step — because every word is a lamp along…
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