'The Lord's Continuing Presence' — Matthew 2:19-20

When Herod died, an angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt. "Get up!" the angel said. "Take the child and his mother back to the land of Israel, because those who were trying to kill the child are dead."
— Matthew 2:19-20 NLT

Key Thought

Isn't it interesting how the same place can mean different things for us? Egypt was that way for Israel. Egypt was a place of bondage, but it was also a place where they found food to preserve them during a famine. Egypt was a place of oppression and yet at the same time, it was a place of God's great deliverance. Egypt wasn't home, but it was a place where God still was active in guiding and protecting his people and fulfilling his promises to them. As Matthew relates how Jesus was protected in Egypt even though it was not his home, all these connections with Israel's past fill our hearts and remind us of this great truth: If we are seeking to live for our Father, he knows us, he knows our situation, and he is working for our ultimate deliverance no matter where we are!

Today's Prayer

Ever-present Father, I am comforted to see how you protected your Son when he was vulnerable. I am thankful to know that there is never a place or time that your presence is not with me. Please make yourself known in my life each day as I seek to live for you right where I am, until that day you bring me home. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings
Romans 8:18, 28, 38-39
Psalm 139:7-10
Hebrews 13:5-6

Stay rooted where God positioned you because that is where you will flourish. Take head of every instruction God sends through the voice He has anointed, to direct, align and propel you into the next level of your spiritual journey.

*_Why are you in despair, my soul? Why are you disturbed within me? Hope in God! For I shall still praise him for the saving help of his presence._*
Psalm 42:5

*Prayer :*

Everlasting Father, I am up, alive and healthy. Thank You for this new day. I pray that You make it a successful day.

Help me to remember You are with me and You will not forsake me even when I doubt You or begin to question You.

Remind me what You have done for me even if I am a sinner and did not seek You.

Teach me daily what it means to be a true disciple, so that my faith is not a collection of feelings and thoughts, but the very heart of my being.
In Jesus' Name, I pray.

PRAYER:

"Father in Heaven,
As the day starts, I pause to thank You for Your endless love.
Even when I felt weak or made mistakes, You never left my side.
Please quiet my heart today and take away every worry.
Refresh my soul and give me peaceful day.
I trust You with everything — my today, my tomorrow, and my future.
May I spend the day ready to walk closer with You.
In Jesus' mighty name, Amen."* 🙏

*Bible Verse to Reflect On:*
> *“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.”*
> — *1 Peter 5:7 (NIV)*

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Choose to Serve God

Text: _now thyself with him, and be at peace: thereby good shall come unto thee_ (Job 22:21)

You need to build a closer relationship with God.  Learn to enjoy a close walk with God.  If you read your Bible only on Sundays when you go to church, and after that, you close it until next Sunday, you can’t build a closer relationship with God.  If you eat your earthly food three times daily, why do you think you can go without spiritual food for a whole day? I see God releasing grace upon you to be able to practice His Word. You need to find a place to serve God in the church. There are several units in the church where you can serve God. Don’t just be a benchwarmer in the church; God rewards only labourers. He doesn’t reward benchwarmers or onlookers. If you don’t belong to any unit or wing that is contributing something to the Kingdom of God, go and join one; stop sitting down in church and ‘warming the bench’. From today, be a contributing member in the body of Christ. As you keep doing that, God will keep rewarding you in the name of Jesus Christ!

If as a single for example, you find it difficult to pray, read your Bible, attend fellowship or be in service in the Kingdom and if your heart is not panting after God, the chances that you will develop these habits after marriage are slim.  No serious-minded believer will want to go into a relationship with an unserious Christian. The Word of God says: But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you (Matthew 6:33). I want you to know that a good husband or a good wife is an addition.  Find a place, therefore, to serve God and He will give you the right partner. Choose kingdom service today!

Prayer:
Father, I receive grace to build a firm relationship with You. May I never miss out of You pursuing the wrong things in Jesus’ Name.

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'Divine Partnership' — Matthew 2:19-23

When Herod died, an angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt. "Get up!" the angel said. "Take the child and his mother back to the land of Israel, because those who were trying to kill the child are dead."
So Joseph got up and returned to the land of Israel with Jesus and his mother. But when he learned that the new ruler of Judea was Herod's son Archelaus, he was afraid to go there. Then, after being warned in a dream, he left for the region of Galilee. So the family went and lived in a town called Nazareth. This fulfilled what the prophets had said: "He will be called a Nazarene."— Matthew 2:19-23 NLT

Key Thought

In this passage, we see Joseph caught in a wonderful and mysterious dance with God. God revealed his protective guidance in dreams, through angels, and in visions. Joseph, however, still had to discern the meaning of God's help and had to choose to obey his direction. So often we want everything spelled out, "just like they did in the Bible." We forget that Joseph and Mary were living a mystery that was too big to wrap their minds around; at times it was frightening and at other times it was just bewildering. The human guidance, advice, and training they received to prepare them for what lay ahead of them are remarkably similar to our own — little or none. This situation, of course, made them rely more on God each day for his direction and protection. Interestingly, after the initial bursts of divine revelation, Joseph and Mary appear to have been faced with the same kind of child raising issues that most of us face, with one exception: They were raising God's Messiah. They had to rely on God to lead them through this mystery. So must we!

Today's Prayer

Ever-present Father, I am comforted to see your protection of your Son when he was so vulnerable. I am thankful that there was never a place or time that your presence was not with him. Please inspire my confidence in your presence in my life, too. I long for you to make yourself known in my life each day as I seek to live for you. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings
Proverbs 3:1-6
Jeremiah 23:5-6
Psalm 5:4-7

*_As one whom his mother comforts, so will I comfort you; and you shall be comforted in Jerusalem._*
Isaiah 66:13

*Prayer :*

we pray in gratitude for our mothers.

You who became human through a woman, grant to all mothers the courage they need to face the uncertain future that life with children always brings.

Give them the strength to live and to be loved in return.

Give them the faithful support of family and friends as they care for the physical and spiritual growth of their children.

Give them joy and delight in their children to sustain them through the trials of motherhood.

Most of all, give them the wisdom to turn to You for help when they need it most.
In Jesus' Name, I pray.

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3. Shoes of Peace 👣: Walk boldly, ready to share the gospel of peace.
4. Shield of Faith 🛡️: Protect against spiritual attacks and doubts.
5. Helmet of Salvation 🧠: Secure your thoughts in Christ’s saving power.
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The Impact of Our Choices

Text: _“Today I have given you the choice between life and death, between blessings and curses. Now I call on heaven and earth to witness the choice you make. Oh, that you would choose life, so that you and your descendants might live!”_ (Deuteronomy 30:19 NLT)

Life is a period between Birth (B) and Death (D). Using the English Alphabetical order, what comes between B and D is C. We can call that C, Choice. Hence, life is a choice. Note that our choices do not only affect us but our children — and potentially our grandchildren and our great-grandchildren. Decisions, whether godly or ungodly, can impact a family and the society for generations. Every day we are faced with every kinds of choices run through our minds. In fact, we all will face the three Cs of life: Challenges, Choices, and Consequences. Those challenges may come as opportunities or as temptations. The hardest thing to learn in life is which bridge to cross and which bridge to burn, because choices are important.

We see this in the lives of two believers: Abraham and Lot. Abraham, for the most part, made the right choices in life. Lot, on the other hand, made a series of wrong choices that he lived to regret. Our choices do matter. God will show us the choice to make, but it is still up to us to act on that choice. We cast the deciding vote by who we are and what we do. We make our choices, and our choices will make us. Be determined to always make the right choice.

Prayer:
Father, I ask that You help me to make the right choices that will birth recovery and restoration for my life, family, Church and nation in Jesus’ Name.