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  " And the four living creatures, each of them with six wings, are full of eyes all around and within, and day and night they never cease to say, “Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!” Revelation 4:8 Holiness is a very important subject spiritually. God expects that His children live in holiness at all times. God is holy. His children are ought to be holy as He is. This was possible, in Old Testament and New Testament, only for those who focused on obeying the commandments of God heartily. The reality has changed the past years. Although it looks impossible to continue efforts for holiness, it is possible with the power of Holy God Almighty. The Holy Bible teaches this through many chapters and verses. Believers perceive holiness mostly as staying away from sinners and visible points of sin. However, most situations are deceitful in recent times. Simple matters may suddenly turn deadly within moments. God has given the Holy Bible to learn ...

  "He led them by a straight way till they reached a city to dwell in." Psalm 107:7 The world records several theories about creation of all things, living and non-living. Believers follow the Holy Bible for their knowledge about all creation. Genesis 1:26 to 30 describes the overall purpose of creating humans. Almighty God, who was powerfully taking care of everything until He decided to create more beings, blessed His creations with best intentions in His mind. God is special in all aspects. He expects His creations to be special like Him. God guides His people through His straight paths that lead to their final destination i.e. eternal life. Psalm 107 talks about the journey of Israelites from slavery to their promised land, Canaan. It is generally considered simple for individuals to reach a city to dwell in. Individuals should either toil hard or adjust in a city in order to dwell in it. Psalm 107 provides insights about deliverance of God to the afflicted, helping to re...

  Almost all individuals of legally permitted age for employment age and health have a career life. The struggling jobseekers and start up employers will become stable in their respective work one day. The Holy Bible permits ethical employment in order to take care of self and families. While believers toil their best everyday for their various needs, the world is undergoing various alarming changes. Health, peace and financial stability in families are deteriorating regardless of the highly advancing technologies. In fact, relationships are ripping apart due to greed, lust, selfishness and (or) or sins.  Many believers often wonder the reason behind life instabilities. Extreme pressure, office politics, narcissism, deciets, sorceries and related hardships often force believers to stop being in the presence of God daily. Tough conversations at work reflect on conversations with God as well as with family and friends. Satan plays his best to navigate believers that face problem...

  Christians all across the world recite Psalm 23 most often. Some non-Christians are familiar with the chapter. Sunday school students often utilise opportunities to memorize the chapter at a young age. Although the chapter from the Holy Bible is very famous, only minority of believers know the power of Psalms 23. The Psalm is written by King David, a man after the heart of Jehovah. A deeper meditation on Psalm 23 reveals God organizes the life of a believer one step after another turning the life into the most beautiful one. Determination to live a life with God Almighty will bring rewards although the initial struggles try to make believers quit from believing the Lord. Believers are encouraged here to meditate Psalm 23 as stages of life one verse after another. The chapter teaches that the Lord takes a person through one phase after another once they decide to choose the Lord as their shepherd. The flock under the shepherd know their life is fine as long as they obey the sheph...

  "And he did not do many mighty works there, because of their unbelief." Matthew 13:58 "For what does the Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness.”" Romans 4:3 Every person that believes in God desires miracles in their lives. A spiritually ignorant person turns to God mostly at the time of adversity. Most people assume miracles make life easier. It does when the sense of responsibility is consistent. Miracles provide urgently needed materials to move forward. Miracles make the impossible possible. Miracles solve matters that could not be solved otherwise. Miracles from God are His affectionate expressions towards His children. Nothing and noone can change a miracle from Almighty God. Many characters and crowds bring their stories as one navigates through the Word of God searching for ways to satisfy a need. Sincere efforts pave way to recognize, understand and correct in order to achieve spiritual growth while bringing cur...

  "For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice." James 3:16 Oftentimes young children express their jealousy through their big faces, tantrums or tears. The matter would be silly. But, the emotions that follow lasts for a long duration. Adults resolve such matters as best as they can, creating ways to restore peace in everyone. It is a phase of growing children that changes for good or bad later in life. Children will grow up finally; each one with each mindset. Those that accept Jesus as their Savior have to shed away their old ungodly characteristics someday. It takes a lot of time but is worth the efforts as God helps with each and every big and small part of life and rewards since then. God rewards those that stand firm in His commandments. While some behaviors are removed from us forever, some return to us whenever we are careless in spirit.  The Holy Bible teaches in Genesis chapter 4 that God accepts all those who does...

  "The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish." Proverbs 14:11 The most comfortable place for anyone is their home. Any living space being used to reside as long as possible could be considered home. Home is generally considered the place for every person to just be themselves. Home needs very little reservations compared elsewhere. Safety and security, relaxation, food and hydration, entertainment, affection, hygiene and health are all taken care of mostly at home. Homesickness and work from home are terms that are coined from the significance humans give their homes. However, each home reveals each difference in regards with the behaviors, atmosphere, culture etc.  Sentiments and emotions play big at houses. A house is thought of as a boon since the family that resides in it bonds strongly even during testing times. However, life may also become a disaster due to the attitudes of the ones living in the same house. While some people ...

  "And Hezekiah answered, “It is an easy thing for the shadow to lengthen ten steps. Rather let the shadow go back ten steps.” And Isaiah the prophet called to the LORD, and he brought the shadow back ten steps, by which it had gone down on the steps of Ahaz. " 2 Kings 20:10-11 Most people desire gentle words and encouragement, especially during serious sicknesses. Situations where health is giving concerns or pain causes to seek comfort. Impressive medical care, easy access to media, painlessly effective treatment and medicines, safe and useful facilities, attentive family and friends and a lot of good words are highly valuable during the times of illness. Family and friends rush to the ones that are sick or suffered accidents. However, their unintentional words sometimes cause tears than smiles. Fear replaces courage due to such careless words. Those who have undergone similar circumstances know the value of empathetic communication. The Word of God connects healing with...

Corrections, admonitions and advice from anointed people of God are inevitable. Such situations and confrontations may temporarily cause embarrassment, sadness or even anger. Ones that prioritise to continously obey the Holy Bible will find ability to accept the spiritual corrections with less difficulties. Those that surrender themselves to the voice of God stays completely protected or delivered from all evil at all times.  Whether a son or a daughter of God, the verses Proverbs 5:8-14 teach to stay away from the sin of premarital or extramarital romance and related wordly pleasures for a specific reason. Biblical advise is to constantly stay from anyone that would lead into sin. The book of Proverbs is full of wise matters that educate how to live well. The passage Proverbs 5:8-14 details the after effects of falling into sin of adultery. Verse 8 advises to ensure being far from people that lead to sin. Keeping way of oneself far from such individuals and never going near the d...

  " Truly, I say to you, wherever this gospel is proclaimed in the whole world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her.” Matthew 26:13, Mark 14:9. All who approached Jesus were unique in their approach toward Jesus. Their immense faith made them do things differently. Noone else but Jesus could understand the individuals that met Him. Zacchaeus climbed on a tree to see Jesus. The woman suffering discharge of blood for twelve years touched the fringe of the garment of Jesus. Bartimaeus continued to cry out despite being rebuked by the crowd until Jesus heard him. Jesus pointed out their faith and powerfully solved their problems. Such incidents are recorded in the Holy Bible for believers to increase their faith. Meditating about the woman of Bethany gives insights worth immediate attention. The passage, Mathew 26:6-13 and Mark 14:3-9 describes the details of the incident. The passage teaches the mentioned woman came for serving Jesus. It is assumed the woman needed...

"And the Lord heard it." Numbers 12:2c There is no man in the records of the Holy Bible that was born, raised, lived and died like Moses. Believers like Moses in modern times would certainly be labelled as a loser for leaving their "blessings" behind for hardships ahead. The depth of God-given power in Moses was revealed as the sea submitted to his authority, giving way only for him and his people to go forward. Yet, Moses was very meek than all people of the earth. (Numbers 12:3) When the life of Moses changed from the familiar phase of royalty to the unfamiliar phase of spiritual leadership, his character changed for good. Moses had changed from what he was in the past to what God wanted him to become. Drawing close to God made Moses the best person on earth. Almighty God talks of Moses as faithful in all the house of God. (Numbers 12:7b) Aaron and Miriam, the siblings of Moses engaged in loose talks against Moses once. The Lord heard that. (Numbers 12:2c) The sib...

  "For the LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding;" Proverbs 2:6 Value of wisdom is higher than outstanding scores at examinations or securing decent jobs or completing projects successfully on time. Every person carries in their heart extreme pain that arose from their unwise decisions in the past. While life continues to navigate through the unknown, seeking wisdom from God is the easiest yet most useful practice without risks; adaptable in any condition. All sad days of the past, present and future will come to an end forever with the help of wisdom from God. That means believers will be inside the grace of God, using wisdom and fruit of Holy Spirit that allows only goodness of God in the body, soul and spirit even if the days bring sadness.  While some people avoid the wisdom Holy Bible offers due to laziness or ignorance, others avoid it purposely preferring to rely on their pride, talents, network, family and the like; trying to prove their d...

  "Give us this day our daily bread" (Matthew 6:11)  Praying for bread each day is a part of the Lord's prayer, taught by Jesus during his life on earth. The verse indicates the consumption of bread is on daily basis i.e. food for the body and spirit everyday. When praying for daily food, Scripture hints the need for growing seeds which yield the bread believers need. Jesus describes many concepts through parables for any learner to grasp thoroughly. Parable of the sower gives an insight into the Biblical requirements for providing the bread believers need.  Parable of the sower, written in Matthew 13:3-9, Mark 4:3-9 and Luke 8:4-8 states the seeds were sown everywhere: along the paths, on the rocks, among the thorns and on good soil. The sower, God distributes seeds i.e. the Word of God everywhere, giving everyone a fair chance to leave the old self and grow into a child of God, resulting in successful life. Lord Jesus explains the parable in Matthew 13: 18-23, Mark 4:14...

  Employment is the source of income for individuals where committed work is performed for an agreed remuneration. Self employment, business or related activities are also means of income. While some people excel in their respective workplaces with relatively less problems, some dive into extreme stress with pressure at workplaces.  Some consider their offices or worksites as second home. Work is necessary for all regardless of their difficulties and differences since work provides income. The Word of God provides various insights about employment. Challenges become stepping stones to success for those remaining in Christ. Employees in general have many experiences as well as expectations. Wisdom in handling challenges within responsibilities, remaining stable even during hardest trials and temptations, utilizing God given talents and loyalty to the Lord and employer are teachings from the Holy Bible related to employment. Believers know from experiences that every word writte...

  "Bless the LORD, O my soul, and  forget not all his benefits" Psalm 103:2 Believers provide their testimonies either when requested to share the method of overcoming their worst problems or when they recieve opportunity during spiritual meetings. Testimonies usually begin by describing a problem or situation, the challenges associated with the situation, the steps adopted to face the problem in accordance with the Word of God (mostly praying), gradually adding on the details of miracle God performed for the believer and finally concluding the solution that came from the Lord. God has been taking care of His creations generation after generation. Each human experiences the love of God uniquely. However, the struggling ones  need hope that uplift their crushed spirits. The afflcited are strengthened upon knowing how God did miracles for others before them. Testimonies keep the afflicted from giving up on their relationship with the Holy Spirit. Testimonies keep the afflic...

  "We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you.” 2 Chronicles 20:12c "God sees all that you do" is a dialogue readers might recollect from their childhood memories. It is true based on Proverbs 15:3 and Hebrews 4:13. God sees all that everyone does. God created everything. God created everyone. Almighty God cares about the overall conduct of His children as well as the conduct of others toward His children. The care of God measures way beyond human parents. Psalms 32:8 teaches that God sets His eyes upon the one He counsels. That means God counsels each believer in the way each one can understand it. The reason is the righteousness of God in giving opportunities to obey Him. Zechariah 2:8 reveals that God values His believers as the apple of His eye. Psalm 121:7,8 are verses that shows God watches over His children. God loves His children very much. The eyes of God describes the love of God. The eyes of God counsels rightly. Anointed believers will agree they exp...

For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” Luke 19:10 Zacchaeus was a son of Abraham. (Luke 19:9) Zacchaeus was a rich man with a rewarding profession. (Luke 19:2) And, Zacchaeus was considered a sinner. (Luke 19:7) Being a chief tax collector at that time and region must have been really hard. It is understood Zacchaeus had all that he wanted in life. Yet, he wanted to see Jesus. The Bible passage records every effort that the short man took to see Jesus. That means Holy Spirit recognizes sincerity in human beings. Having to run ahead of a crowd and climbing a tree unexpectedly would exhaust anyone. The unexpected activities must have been tough for the small man. However, Zacchaeus valued his opportunity to see Jesus passing by. He did all that he could, making accurate use of time.  All efforts worked well for Zacchaeus. Jesus stopped at the tree he was on. The Holy Bible reveals here that Jesus will stop anywhere to see anyone that takes effort. Jesus knows the nee...