Apr 14, 2026
Thankfulness is a gem, born out of the spiritual treasure of humility. It is a sure antidote to discouragement. Thankfulness keeps us focused on God and gives Him glory. It refreshes our spirit and it keeps us joyful.
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Apr 14, 2026
To all that are called by His Name,
Authenticity is what the Lord requires, truth in the innermost being.
Hypocrisy, our Lord Jesus will not accept.
Judgement will begin in the house of God.
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Apr 14, 2026
“Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever.” — Psalm 136:1
“Now therefore, our God, we thank You and praise Your glorious name.” — 1 Chronicles 29:13
“And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” — Colossians 3:17
“Oh, that men would give thanks to the Lord for His goodness, and for His wonderful works to the children of men!” — Psalm 107:8–9
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Apr 14, 2026
Apart from Christ we can (and, sadly, do) sin, of course, and this is our natural element. But the end thereof is death - eternal separation from God and all that is good. We can, apart from Him, take our best shot at righteousness. In this we produce nothing but "dead works" and in the words of the prophet Isaiah, nothing more than "filthy rags", vile and detestable to God.
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Apr 14, 2026
The passage brings together several Bible verses emphasizing righteousness, humility, obedience to God, and moral accountability. It highlights themes such as the idea that righteousness benefits a nation while sin brings harm, the importance of fearing God and turning away from evil, and warnings that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God. It also stresses the value of Scripture for teaching, correction, and guiding people toward righteous living.
Alongside these verses, the reflection argues that when individuals or societies move away from biblical teachings, moral and spiritual decline follows. It calls for repentance, prayer, and a return to faithfulness, suggesting that national healing and restoration depend on humility before God and obedience to His word.
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Apr 14, 2026
How can I forget the Beauty from above, That lifted the worm from below?
Cleansed in the Blood of His love, His Spirit is daily conforming me to His Son!
Now endowed with all spiritual blessings in the heavenly places in Christ,
O my soul, will you not praise, and continually bless the One
Who chose you in Him before the foundation of the world?
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