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  The Church is a divine dwelling Bible Reading: ::Ephesians 2:19 to 22 Key verse :    Bible Verse::21 In him the whole building is joined together and rises to become a holy temple in the Lord. 22 And in him you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit. DEVOTION This passage begins by dismantling the prior condition of alienation and establishing a new, privileged standing. Believers are no longer outsiders, but they are “fellow citizens with the saints” and “members of the household of God.” The term “fellow citizens” speaks to a political and communal belonging, suggesting a shared, eternal kingdom. This is complemented by the profoundly intimate title, “members of the household of God,” which places the believer within God's immediate family. This shift moves the Christian from a separated status—marked by distance and exclusion—to one of immediate intimacy and profound spiritual kinship. To describe this new community, Paul i...
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Word for the day by Christian Education Forum

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  Covenantal Faithfulness is Communal Guidance    Bible Reading: :Joshua 24: 1-14 Key verse :    Bible Verse::“13 I gave you a land on which you had not labored and cities that you had not built, and you dwell in them. You eat the fruit of vineyards and olive orchards that you did not plant.’” DEVOTION The Book of Joshua provides an early proclamation of the covenantal faithfulness of the LORD (YHWH)—the one true God, like no other (Isaiah 44:6-8)—to His chosen people of Israel, fulfilling the promise to Abraham (Genesis 12:1-3). The Book details the conquest of Canaan, the Promised Land, under the leadership of Joshua, who served a Moses’s attendant and helper (Numbers 11:28) and successor (Joshua 1:1-9). Joshua and Caleb—who followed the LORD wholeheartedly (Joshua 14:8–9)–were the only people that God allowed to enter the Promised Land, from a total of ~600,000 men, aged 20–50, as per the Bible (Exodus 12:37, Numbers 1:46), an estimated total population of ~2...
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Word for the day by Christian Education Forum

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  Joy in spiritual Insight and God's Glory Bible Reading: :: Ephesians  1:15-23 Key verse :    Bible Verse::Vs 21 far above all rule and authority ,power and dominion and every name that is invoked not only in the present age but also in the one to come. DEVOTION The gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ leads a believer towards sanctification. And sanctification of a believer does not happen by itself but by the power of the Holy Spirit and through the prayers of others. Our prayers may draw us closer to God and, at the same time, reveal God's wisdom, so that our hearts will become increasingly enlightened in our day-to-day life. Here are the three questions this passage asks us, and they help us check our lives toward total sanctification.     • What is the hope of his calling for us     • What are the riches of his glorious inheritance among the saints     • What is the immeasurable greatness of his power While our Calli...
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Word for the day by Christian Education Forum

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  IMMANUEL – Celebration of Joy        Bible Reading: :: Mt 1:18-25 Key verse :    Bible Verse::‘Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel’ Mt  1:23 DEVOTION This last Sunday of Advent is a time when we finally get around to the celebration at the heart of Christmas. The passage is not the one with the journey to Bethlehem and the manger and the shepherds as on eve rather it is told from Joseph’s perspective who plays a secondary role throughout, emphasizing three things:   God of surprises  The birth of Jesus was completely unexpected for everyone and was a surprise in all sorts of ways. Joseph’s life had taken an unexpected turn, in the blink of an eye, and he really wasn’t sure how to proceed. What Joseph would later find out is that God had a plan for him the whole time. When life takes us on a detour, it is very comforting to remember that God has a plan and that God is still in con...
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  Joy Unshaken by Adversity Bible Reading: ::  Romans 8:31–39 Key verse :    Bible Verse::“What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?” V-31 DEVOTION Life is full of ups and downs, and sometimes the downs feel heavier than we can handle. Illness, family struggles, loss, or daily pressures can weigh us down and make it hard to even smile. But there’s something incredible God gives that no one can take from us: a joy that stands firm, even in the middle of life’s storms. In Romans 8:31-39, Paul reminds us that no matter what we face, nothing can separate us from God’s love in Christ. When Paul wrote these words, he had seen all kinds of suffering, hunger, prison, rejection, and danger. Yet his heart stayed strong. He could still speak of joy, not because life was easy, but because he knew God’s love would never leave him.  That is why our joy is different from the world’s joy.  It isn’t based on perfect days.  It isn’...
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  Rejoicing in God’s Redemption Bible Reading: ::Zephaniah  3:14-20 Key verse :    Bible Verse::“For I will make you renowned and praised…..when I restore your fortunes before your eyes, says the Lord.” (v.20) DEVOTION The book of Zephaniah speaks about Israel’s and Judah’s relationship with the Lord. They had turned away from Him and suffered the consequences of their disobedience. Zephaniah reminds them of the importance of being watchful for the Day of the Lord. All people are called to revere Him and turn back to the Lord. When you return to Him, your sins will be forgiven, He will dwell in your midst, and the Lord will restore your fortunes. The Joy of Returning to the Lord Zephaniah assures us that the Lord will not reject those who return to Him. The boundless possibility of forgiveness is emphasized in the teachings of Jesus, and Zephaniah echoes this same theme. The Lord loves the sinner and is always willing to forgive when he or she turns back to Him. The ...
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Word for the day by Christian Education Forum

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  Joy rooted in Divine Love Bible Reading: :: 1 Cor 13:1-13 Key verse :    Bible Verse::Vs 13.And now these three remain .Faith ,Hope and Love. but the greatest of these is Love. DEVOTION In 1 Corinthians 13, Paul describes a love that is deeper than emotion, stronger than circumstance. This love is often called Divine Love and Agape love that originates in God’s own character.  Divine love is self-giving, unconditional, and seeks the good of others without expecting anything in return.  Joy that is rooted in Agape love is a fruit of the Holy spirit from God and is from God. It is steady like God’s love. It is a source of strength when times are tough, it is the deep love that allows you to give even when you are empty, it helps us navigate difficult times with faith so we can share God’s love and eternal peace with those around you as well. Paul’s words paint a picture of what this love looks like in action: this love is patient, kind, humble, forgiving, s...
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