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🙏🏼 The Meaning and Importance of Repentance

Repentance is more than a quick “sorry” or a moment of regret. In Scripture, it means turning away from sin and turning toward God with a surrendered heart. And it’s rooted in His love—Romans 2:4 tells us, “God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance.” Our Father calls us to repent not to condemn us, but to restore us. Jesus began His ministry with the words, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near” (Matthew 4:17). Repentance is essential for salvation—it is the doorway to forgiveness—but it is not a “hall pass” to keep sinning. God is omniscient. He knows our thoughts and motives. We can’t fool Him with empty confessions. True repentance is marked by genuine remorse, a willingness to change, and a heart that seeks His ways. King David wrote, “A broken and contrite heart, O God, You will not despise” (Psalm 51:17). This kind of humility is not self-pity—it’s love for God and grief over anything that separates us from Him. Even after salvation, repentance remains part of our daily devotion. Jesus taught us to pray, “Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors” (Matthew 6:12). Confession keeps our relationship with God vibrant. Like in any relationship, unaddressed wrongs create distance—repentance clears that distance. Think of repentance as a lifeline. Without it, we drift; with it, we remain tethered to God’s heart. Repentance is not about shame—it’s about freedom. It’s not condemnation—it’s restoration. And it’s a gift from a loving Father who calls His children back when they wander. Prayer: Lord, thank You for Your kindness that draws us near. Give us tender, honest hearts that truly desire to turn from sin and walk in Your ways. Keep us anchored to You until the day we see You face to face. In Jesus’ name, Amen. #Forgiveness #Atonement #Repentance #God #Jesus #Prayer #Salvation

Hebrews 6:13-15 KJV For when God made promise to Abraham, because he could swear by no greater, he sware by himself, [14] Saying, Surely blessing I will bless thee, and multiplying I will multiply thee. [15] And so, after he had patiently endured, he obtained the promise. Romans 3:24-25 KJV Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: [25] Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 KJV Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; [2] By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. [3] For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; [4] And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: ... ... 📜📜📜✝️✝️✝️🙏🙏🙏😎😎😎⚠️⚠️⚠️ #JesusChristSavior #JesusIsGod #Jesus #BibleVerses #Bible #TrustInGod #RepentAndSeekHim #God #GodsMercy #GodsGrace

I Don’t Know How To Pray - Start Here ❤️

If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t know how to pray,” you’re not alone. Many people feel this way—even lifelong believers sometimes struggle with finding the right words. But prayer isn’t about perfection. It’s about connection. It’s about acknowledging that you want to be near God—and trusting that He wants to be near you. Prayer is not a performance. It’s a conversation with your Creator, who loves you more than you can imagine. ⸻ Start with the Right Mindset Before you speak a word, take a moment to breathe. Let your heart focus on this truth: you are not talking into the air. You are speaking to the God who made you, who sees you, and who longs to hear your voice. Jesus, the Son of God, gave us a model for prayer in what we call “The Lord’s Prayer.” But He never meant it as a rigid formula—it’s a framework, a guide. Let’s walk through it together in simple, real-world terms. ⸻ Step One: Come in Peace and Focus Close your eyes if it helps. Try to picture God. If you don’t have a mental image, imagine a radiant light like the sun—bright, warm, but not burning. Picture yourself standing in that light. You’re not just near it—you’re known, loved, and invited in. That’s what God’s presence feels like. ⸻ Step Two: Praise Him Begin with awe. God is the Creator of the universe—of every galaxy and atom, every heartbeat and breath. He’s the reason the earth spins and your lungs fill with air. You can start simply: “God, You are awesome. You made everything. You made me. Thank You.” ⸻ Step Three: Trust Him Let Him know you trust Him—even if that trust is shaky and growing. “I don’t have all the answers, but I believe You do. I want to trust You with my life.” ⸻ Step Four: Confess and Ask for Forgiveness Don’t be afraid to admit where you’ve gone wrong. He already knows. And He already loves you. 🙏🏼Continued In Comments ⬇️⬇️⬇️ #Bible #God #Jesus #BibleStudy #Help #Christian #Christ #Prayer

🐁 A Church Mouse in a Snake Pit ⭐️ I love having been called to ministry. Most days, it’s genuinely easy. Most people come into my lane because they want hope, encouragement, and a deeper understanding of God’s Word. I am deeply blessed by the love and support you—my readers—pour out every day. When you tap a simple “Like,” type an “Amen,” or leave a heartfelt comment, it truly makes my day. It tells me that in that moment, you found a reason to connect with God. That means everything to me. But if I’m completely honest, not every day is a gentle stream of blessings. We all know social media can feel like the Wild West. When we stay in our lane, we are usually unbothered by the riff-raff. But as a Bible-believing follower of Christ, I often find myself crossing into another lane—especially when I see Scripture twisted, misquoted, or weaponized. It’s in that lane that I run into true spiritual marauders. Suddenly, this little church mouse finds herself in a snake pit. So what does a church mouse do when surrounded by venom? How do we show God’s love to people who lie, cheat, and steal? And yes—I say that intentionally. That is Satan’s job description. He lies. He accuses. He steals. He destroys. And he’s more than willing to use anyone who opens themselves to his influence. So— What Would Jesus Do? Scripture gives us powerful examples: • “Get behind Me, Satan.” • Flipping the tables of the money changers. • Rebuking the Pharisees with holy boldness. • Warning not to cast pearls before swine (Matthew 7:6). • Instructing His disciples: if they refuse your message, shake the dust off your feet and move on (Matthew 10:14). Sometimes, there was a little vinegar in the Lord’s honey. Not cruelty. Not spite. But holy clarity—truth without apology. So when we find ourselves roped into that snake pit, a touch of vinegar is sometimes unavoidable. ✝️ CONTINUED IN COMMENTS ⬇️⬇️⬇️ #Bible #God #Jesus #Help #BibleStudy #Truth

Matthew 15:13-14 KJV But he answered and said, Every plant, which my heavenly Father hath not planted, shall be rooted up. [14] Let them alone: they be blind leaders of the blind. And if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch. Matthew 15:10-11 KJV And he called the multitude, and said unto them, Hear, and understand: [11] Not that which goeth into the mouth defileth a man; but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defileth a man. Matthew 10:20-24 KJV For it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in you. [21] And the brother shall deliver up the brother to death, and the father the child: and the children shall rise up against their parents, and cause them to be put to death. [22] And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved. [23] But when they persecute you in this city, flee ye into another: for verily I say unto you, Ye shall not have gone over the cities of Israel, till the Son of man be come. [24] The disciple is not above his master, nor the servant above his lord. Romans 3:24-25 KJV Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: [25] Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 KJV Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; [2] By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. [3] For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; [4] And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: ... ... ✝️✝️✝️🙏🙏🙏📜📜📜😎😎😎 #Jesus #Bible #JesusChristSavior #JesusFollower #RepentAndSeekHim #GodsGrace #God #Jah

✨ Prophecy Fulfilled: The Life of Yeshua (Jesus) – Episode 51A Olivet Discourse - Signs The Temple still shimmered behind them as Yeshua and His disciples stepped out into the open sunlight. The widow’s quiet offering had faded into silence. The sting of the Woes still echoed in the marble courts. But the disciples were captivated by the stones — massive blocks of polished limestone, some as long as 40 feet, fitted so perfectly together that not even a blade of grass could slip between them. “Teacher,” one said, “Look at these stones! Look at these magnificent buildings!” This was Israel’s pride. Her landmark. Her national identity. Her religious heartbeat. And Yeshua stopped walking. He turned toward the Temple — the place where He had taught, healed, and wept — and spoke a prophecy that shattered their breath: “Do you see all these things? Truly I tell you: not one stone will be left on another. Every one will be thrown down.” The disciples stood frozen. The Temple? Destroyed? Unthinkable. They followed Him across the Kidron Valley in stunned silence, up the slope of the Mount of Olives, where the whole Temple glittered before them in the afternoon sun. There, privately, they asked the three questions that shaped all end-times understanding: 1️⃣ “When will these things happen?” 2️⃣ “What will be the sign of Your coming?” 3️⃣ “And the end of the age?” Yeshua sat down to answer — and heaven’s timeline began to unfold. ⸻ 🔥 1. The First and Greatest Warning: Deception Before speaking of earthquakes or wars, before persecution or signs in the heavens, Yeshua warned of something far more dangerous: “Take heed that no one deceives you. For many will come in My name, saying, ‘I am the Messiah,’ and will deceive many.” Deception is the enemy’s first weapon. Counterfeits come before the crisis. False saviors arise before the true One returns. ✝️ CONTINUED IN COMMENTS ⬇️⬇️⬇️ #Bible #God #Jesus #BibleStudy #Help #Disciples #Faith #Love #askmeaboutmyjesus

Psalm 133:1-3 KJV Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! [2] It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments; [3] As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the LORD commanded the blessing, even life for evermore. Zephaniah 3:17 KJV The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing. Proverbs 30:4-6 KJV Who hath ascended up into heaven, or descended? who hath gathered the wind in his fists? who hath bound the waters in a garment? who hath established all the ends of the earth? what is his name, and what is his son's name, if thou canst tell? [5] Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him. [6] Add thou not unto his words, lest he reprove thee, and thou be found a liar. 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 KJV Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; [2] By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. [3] For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; [4] And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: Romans 3:24-25 KJV Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: [25] Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God; ... ... 😎😎😎📜📜📜🙏🙏🙏✝️✝️✝️ #JesusChristSavior #BibleVerses #RepentAndSeekHim #Psalm #RepentAndSeekHim #GodsMercy #JesusIsReal #Jesus #JesusIsGod #GodIsGood #God

1 Corinthians 1:13-18 KJV Is Christ divided? was Paul crucified for you? or were ye baptized in the name of Paul? [14] I thank God that I baptized none of you, but Crispus and Gaius; [15] Lest any should say that I had baptized in mine own name. [16] And I baptized also the household of Stephanas: besides, I know not whether I baptized any other. [17] For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. [18] For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God. Romans 3:24-25 KJV Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: [25] Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 KJV Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; [2] By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. [3] For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; [4] And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures: Galatians 6:6-9 KJV Let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things. [7] Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. [8] For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. [9] And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. Galatians 4:16 KJV Am I therefore become your enemy, because I tell you the truth? ... #Jesus #Bible #Christian #JesusChristSavior #JesusFollower #God

The Weight of True Love ❤️ Love is one of the most overused and misunderstood words in our world. We use it for everything from comfort foods to covenant promises—and somewhere in that tangle of emotions, disappointments, and expectations, the true meaning of love gets lost. But if we pause long enough to examine it, we begin to see the layers. Maternal Love, Familial Love… and Obligation A mother’s love can be fierce and sacrificial. Family love is the bond we’re born into. Yet many people carry deep wounds—abandonment, betrayal, manipulation, or relationships built more on duty than genuine affection. These experiences shape how we define love and what we think we deserve. Camaraderie, Friendship, and “Besties” Friendship is precious—laughter, shared history, the comfort of being known. But friendships can fracture, fade, or prove conditional. We all know the ache of someone who promised to stay… and didn’t. Lust and Romance Romance is powerful and intoxicating, but it is often confused with infatuation or need. It can be beautiful, but it can also be fragile, temporary, and centered on emotions that shift like sand. These are all forms of human love—real, but imperfect. And in a world soaked with selfishness, abuse, cruelty, and spiritual darkness, many people stop trusting love altogether. They’ve been hurt too deeply. Manipulated too often. Disappointed too many times. So when they hear about God’s love, they compare it to the broken love they’ve known… and they struggle to believe it. But Agape is different. ⸻ Agape: The Highest Form of Love Agape is not desire. It is not emotion. It is not obligation. Agape is God’s perfect, unstoppable, self-sacrificing love for humanity. It is steadfast. Unchanging. Not dependent on our worthiness. Not withheld when we fail. And Agape was not proven in a poem or a feeling. It was proven in blood. ✝️ CONTINUED IN COMMENTS ⬇️⬇️⬇️ #Love #God #Jesus #TrueLove #Help #Afterlife #Bible

Philemon — A Brief Introduction to the Bible Part 52** Philemon is the shortest of all Paul’s letters — but it is one of the most profound demonstrations of Christian forgiveness, reconciliation, and the transforming power of the gospel in the New Testament. Where other epistles address doctrine, church order, or spiritual endurance, Philemon addresses a single human relationship shaped and changed by Christ. This letter is a delicate combination of boldness and humility. Paul appeals not by command, but by love. He urges a Christian master to receive his runaway slave not as property, but as a beloved brother in Christ. Philemon is proof that the gospel does not merely inform theology — it reforms relationships. ⸻ Audience & Setting Philemon was a wealthy believer in Colossae, known for his faith, love, and hospitality. The church met in his home. One of his slaves, Onesimus, ran away from him — a serious offense in Roman society — and fled to Rome. There, by God’s providence, he encountered Paul and became a Christian. Paul writes this letter from prison and sends Onesimus back to Philemon, not as a fugitive or a criminal, but as a transformed man and a brother in Christ. Paul asks Philemon to: • Forgive Onesimus • Receive him as family • Restore him not as a slave, but as a partner in the gospel ✝️ CONTINUED IN COMMENTS ⬇️⬇️⬇️ #Bible #God #Jesus #BibleStudy #Help #Philemon #Love