1 Timothy 2: FIRST THINGS FIRST – PRAY!

 

FIRST THINGS FIRST – PRAY!

 

S – SCRIPTURE

 I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— ² for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 1 Timothy 2:1

 

O – OBSERVATION

Paul wrote to Timothy, who was serving the church in Ephesus. He instructed Timothy about how believers should conduct themselves in the church, emphasizing the importance of prayer.

 Three important lessons:

 1. Prayer must be our first priority (v. 1)

 - Paul says, "First of all," emphasizing the importance of prayer.

- Before making plans, decisions, or taking action, we should seek God.

- Prayer shows our dependence on God rather than ourselves.

 2. Prayer must include others (v. 1)

 Four expressions of prayer:

• Petitions: Bringing specific needs before God.

• Prayers: Communicating with God in worship and dependence.

• Intercession: Praying on behalf of others.

• Thanksgiving: Expressing gratitude for God's goodness.

 Prayer should extend beyond our personal concerns to our families, church, community, and even those who have hurt us.

 3. Prayer must include those in authority (v. 2)

 • We are commanded to pray for leaders and people in positions of authority.

• We should ask God to give them wisdom, justice, humility, and guidance.

• A peaceful and orderly society provides opportunities for believers to live godly lives and serve others.

  

A – APPLICATION

 

1. Pray before you act

Before beginning your day, teaching a class, serving in ministry, or making an important decision, seek God's guidance first.

 2. Pray for others, not just yourself

When a brother or sister is struggling spiritually, instead of criticizing them, pray for their restoration and strength.

 3. Pray for your leaders

Pray for pastors, ministry leaders, teachers, government officials, and authorities, asking God to give them wisdom and integrity.

 4. Practice thanksgiving in every situation

Even when prayers are not answered the way you expect, continue thanking God for His faithfulness.

Begin each day with prayer. Before checking your phone, making plans, or worrying about responsibilities, spend time with God.

 P – PRAYER

"Heavenly Father, thank You for reminding us that prayer should always come first in our lives. Forgive us for the times we depend on our own strength instead of seeking You. Teach us to pray faithfully, not only for our needs but also for our family, church, leaders, and those around us. Give wisdom to those in authority and help us live peaceful and godly lives. May prayer become our first response in every situation. In Jesus' name, Amen."

 

Reflection Questions

 1. Is prayer my first response or my last resort?

2. Do I pray for my families and even the ones who have hurt me?

3. Do I regularly pray for my church including our pastors, leaders and members?

4. Do I spend more time worrying about my problems than praying about them?

 Sometimes, we are QUICK to plan, decide, worry, and complain—but slow to pray.

 But God reminds us that prayer is not something we do only when everything else fails. It should be where we begin.

 Before you worry, PRAY.

Before you decide, PRAY.

Before you serve, PRAY.

Before you react, PRAY.

Before you start your day, PRAY

 When we put prayer first, we acknowledge that we need God's wisdom, guidance, and strength in everything.

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PASTORA PAULA - JCRC CAMBODIA

 

1 Timothy 1: My Story, His Glory

 

My Story, His Glory

1 Timothy 1:15

“Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst.” — 1 Timothy 1:15

Remnants, have you ever looked back at your life at napatanong ka rin ba ng:

Lord, sa kabila ng mga pagkukulang at pagkakamali ko, bakit patuloy Mo pa rin akong minamahal at pinagkakatiwalaang mag-serve sa Iyo?

When I read this passage, I am reminded of Paul. He was once a persecutor of believers, someone who strongly opposed the followers of Jesus. But the Lord did not leave him in that condition. God showed him mercy, gave him strength, and entrusted him with the ministry.

What touches my heart is that Paul never forgot the grace he received. He knew that his transformation was not because he was good enough, but because God was merciful. He remembered his past, not to condemn himself, but to give glory to the One who changed his life.

At habang binabasa ko ito, naisip ko rin ang sarili ko. Ilang beses na akong nagkamali, nanghina, at kinailangang itama ng Panginoon. Pero hanggang ngayon, He continues to guide me and allows me to serve Him.

Mga kapatid, I believe we can relate to Paul in our own ways. We may not have the same past, but we all have moments we wish we could change—

-wrong decisions,
-words we regret,
-times we failed the Lord, or seasons when our faith was weak.

Yet, despite all these, God remained faithful.

Sometimes, we become so conscious of our weaknesses that we forget how much grace God has already shown us. The same God who called us is the same God who continues to work in us. Hindi man tayo perfect, hindi rin tayo pinabayaan ng Diyos.

His grace continues to teach us, correct us, and help us grow.

As we serve the Lord, mga kapatid, let us never forget where His grace found us. Before we became leaders, workers, or servants in the church, we were people who also needed forgiveness, guidance, and God’s patience. Wala sa atin ang makapagsasabing kaya nating tumayo sa sarili nating kabutihan. Everything we have is because of Him.
Kaya sana, habang lumalalim tayo sa ministry, mas lalo rin tayong nagiging humble at nagkakaroon ng mas malalim na pang-unawa sa iba.
Sometimes, we easily notice the weaknesses of our brethren, especially when they make mistakes or struggle in their walk with God. But let us remember that we, too, are still growing. Kung paano tayo pinagpasensiyahan at tinulungan ng Panginoon, matuto rin sana tayong magbigay ng time , ng prayers, at encouragement sa iba.

And when we remember our own failures, let us not allow shame to keep us from coming closer to God. We can acknowledge our mistakes, repent, and allow His grace to help us move forward. Hindi binabalewala ng grace ang kasalanan, but it can leads us to repentance and a changed life.

Remnants, the longer we walk with the Lord, the more we should realize that we have nothing to boast about…. except His goodness. 

Let us not become so busy doing the work of God that we forget the God who has been so patient and gracious with us.

Our ministry is not proof that we are perfect.
It is an opportunity to show what God’s grace can do through imperfect people who continue to depend on Him.

Personal Prayer:

Lord, thank You for Your grace that has carried me through every season of my life. When I look back, I know that I have many weaknesses and shortcomings, but Your mercy has never failed me. Forgive me for the times I have forgotten how much I need You and for the times I have been quick to judge others instead of showing them the grace You have shown me. Keep my heart humble as I serve You. Help me to love my brethren patiently, encourage those who are struggling, and remain faithful even when the journey is difficult. May my life and ministry always point people to You, not to myself. Thank You for never giving up on me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Our story may reveal our weaknesses, but His grace reveals His goodness.

All glory belongs to Jesus!

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PASTORA SHERLY - JCRC RIYADH

2 Thessalonians 2: STAND FIRM IN GOD’S WORD

 

STAND FIRM IN GOD’S WORD

Scripture:  2 Thessalonians 2:15 (NIV)
So then, brothers and sisters, stand firm and hold fast to the teachings we passed on to you, whether by word of mouth or by letter.

I. STAND FIRM IN GOD’S WORD

Sa 2 Thessalonians 2:15, pinaalalahanan tayo ni Pablo na manatiling matatag at panghawakan ang mga katotohanang itinuro sa atin.

Ang panawagang ito ay mahalaga lalo na sa panahong maraming bagay ang maaaring yumanig sa ating pananampalataya katulad ng mga problema, takot, maling katuruan, at mga sitwasyong hindi natin maintindihan.

Minsan, kapag dumaraan tayo sa mahihirap na pagsubok, madaling magduda sa mga pangako ng Diyos. Kapag hindi natin agad nakikita ang sagot sa ating mga panalangin, maaari tayong panghinaan ng loob. Kapag hindi nangyayari ang mga bagay ayon sa ating inaasahan, maaari nating kuwestiyunin ang Kanyang ginagawa.

Ngunit tinatawag tayo ng Diyos na manatiling matatag sa Kanyang Salita, hindi lamang kapag maayos ang lahat kundi lalo na kapag dumaraan tayo sa mga pagsubok.

Ang tunay na katatagan ng pananampalataya ay hindi nakabatay sa ating emosyon o sa mga pangyayari sa ating paligid. Ito ay nakaugat sa katotohanan ng Diyos na hindi nagbabago.

Maaaring magbago ang ating sitwasyon, ngunit hindi nagbabago ang katangian at katapatan ng Diyos. Maaaring hindi natin maintindihan ang Kanyang mga paraan, ngunit maaari pa rin tayong magtiwala sa Kanyang Salita.

Kapag ang ating buhay ay nakaugat sa Salita ng Diyos, mayroon tayong matibay na pundasyon kahit dumating ang mga unos ng buhay.

II. HOLD FAST TO THE TRUTH

Sinabi ni Pablo na dapat panghawakan ng mga mananampalataya ang mga aral na kanilang tinanggap. Ipinapakita nito na hindi sapat na marinig lamang natin ang Salita ng Diyos.

Kailangan din nating paniwalaan, isabuhay, at manatiling tapat sa katotohanang ipinahayag Niya.

Maraming tao ang nakikinig sa Salita ng Diyos, ngunit kapag dumating ang problema, mas pinaniniwalaan nila ang kanilang takot kaysa sa mga pangako ng Diyos. Minsan, mas pinapakinggan natin ang opinyon ng ibang tao kaysa sa katotohanang itinuturo ng Kasulatan.

Kaya mahalagang magkaroon tayo ng personal at malalim na relasyon sa Diyos. Dapat tayong maglaan ng oras sa pagbabasa ng Bibliya, pananalangin, pagninilay sa Kanyang Salita, at pagsunod sa Kanyang kalooban.
Hindi lahat ng naririnig natin ay katotohanan, at hindi lahat ng popular na paniniwala ay naaayon sa Salita ng Diyos. Kaya kailangan nating suriin ang mga katuruang ating tinatanggap ayon sa Kasulatan.

Kapag kilala natin ang katotohanan ng Diyos, mas nagiging handa tayong harapin ang mga pagsubok, labanan ang panlilinlang, at umiwas sa mga bagay na maaaring maglayo sa atin sa Kanya.

Ang taong matatag sa katotohanan ay hindi madaling matangay ng bawat bagong katuruan o ng bawat pagbabagong nangyayari sa mundo. Sa halip, patuloy niyang sinusunod ang Salita ng Diyos at pinanghahawakan ang kanyang pananampalataya.

Huwag lamang tayong maging tagapakinig ng katotohanan; maging mga taong matatag na namumuhay ayon sa katotohanan.

III. REMAIN FAITHFUL DESPITE CHALLENGES

Ang pananatiling matatag sa pananampalataya ay hindi nangangahulugang hindi na tayo makararanas ng mga problema. Hindi rin nito ibig sabihin na magiging madali na ang lahat kapag nagtitiwala tayo sa Diyos.
May mga pagkakataong mapapagod tayo. May mga panahong hindi natin maiintindihan ang Kanyang mga ginagawa. May mga araw na kailangan nating labanan ang takot, pagdududa, at panghihina ng loob.

Ngunit sa gitna ng lahat ng ito, tinatawag tayo ng Diyos na manatiling tapat sa Kanya.

Hindi natin kailangang malaman ang lahat ng sagot bago tayo sumunod sa Diyos. Hindi rin natin kailangang makita ang buong daan bago tayo magpatuloy sa pananampalataya. Ang mahalaga ay patuloy tayong kumapit sa Kanyang Salita at magtiwala sa Kanyang katapatan.

Kapag nanghihina ka, bumalik ka sa Salita ng Diyos. Kapag nalilito ka, manalangin at humingi ng karunungan. Kapag natatakot ka, alalahanin mo ang mga pagkakataong ipinakita ng Diyos ang Kanyang katapatan sa iyong buhay.

Huwag mong hayaang ang mga pagsubok ay maging dahilan upang talikuran mo ang katotohanan. Sa halip, hayaan mong patibayin ng Diyos ang iyong pananampalataya sa gitna ng mga ito.

Ang pagiging tapat sa Diyos ay hindi lamang para sa mga panahong masaya at matagumpay tayo. Ito ay araw-araw na pagpili na sumunod sa Kanya, kahit mahirap, kahit masakit, at kahit hindi natin lubos na nauunawaan ang Kanyang mga plano.

Your circumstances may change, but God’s truth remains. Stand firm, hold fast, and remain faithful.

APPLICATION:

A. STAY ROOTED IN GOD’S WORD

Huwag mong hayaang ang iyong pananampalataya ay nakabatay lamang sa iyong emosyon o sa kasalukuyan mong sitwasyon. Sa halip, itanim mo ang iyong buhay sa katotohanan ng Salita ng Diyos.

Maglaan ng oras sa pagbabasa, pag-aaral, at pagninilay sa Bibliya. Huwag lamang itong pakinggan tuwing Friday/Sunday service, gawin mo itong gabay sa iyong pang-araw-araw na pamumuhay.

Kapag may problema, hanapin mo ang karunungan ng Diyos sa Kanyang Salita. Kapag may mahalagang desisyon kang kailangang gawin, manalangin, humingi ng gabay, at suriin kung ang iyong mga plano ay naaayon sa Kanyang mga prinsipyo.

Huwag mong hayaang ang iyong damdamin ang laging magdikta ng iyong mga desisyon. Matutong magtiwala sa katotohanan ng Diyos kahit hindi ito tugma sa iyong pansamantalang nararamdaman.

Ang taong nakaugat sa Salita ng Diyos ay may matibay na pundasyon na tutulong sa kanya na manatiling matatag sa gitna ng mga pagsubok.

Challenge: Maglaan araw-araw ng oras para sa Salita ng Diyos. Basahin ito, pagnilayan, at isabuhay ang isang katotohanang natutuhan mo.

B. DO NOT BE EASILY SHAKEN

Huwag mong hayaang ang problema, takot, maling katuruan, o opinyon ng ibang tao ang magdikta sa iyong pananampalataya.

May mga pagkakataong hindi mangyayari ang mga bagay ayon sa iyong inaasahan. May mga panahong makakaranas ka ng disappointment, uncertainty, at mga tanong na hindi agad nasasagot. Ngunit huwag mong hayaang ang mga ito ang maging dahilan upang talikuran mo ang katotohanan ng Diyos.

Maging mapanuri sa mga mensaheng iyong naririnig at mga katuruang iyong tinatanggap. Ihambing ang mga ito sa Salita ng Diyos at humingi ng karunungan sa Banal na Espiritu upang makilala mo ang katotohanan.

Ang pagiging matatag ay hindi nangangahulugang hindi ka na makakaramdam ng takot o pagdududa. Nangangahulugan ito na sa kabila ng mga damdaming iyon, pinipili mong bumalik sa Diyos, manalangin, at kumapit sa Kanyang Salita.
Huwag kang madaling matinag ng mga pangyayari. Alalahanin mong ang Diyos ay nananatiling tapat kahit nagbabago ang iyong kalagayan.

Challenge: Kapag nakararanas ka ng takot o pagkalito, huwag agad magpadala sa iyong emosyon. Manalangin, hanapin ang katotohanan sa Kasulatan, at gumawa ng mga desisyong naaayon sa Salita ng Diyos.

C. HOLD ON TO GOD’S TRUTH UNTIL THE END

Ang pagiging matatag sa pananampalataya ay hindi lamang para sa isang araw o isang season ng buhay. Ito ay patuloy na pagpili na sumunod sa Diyos at manatiling tapat sa Kanya hanggang wakas.

Kapag hindi mo pa nakikita ang sagot sa iyong panalangin, manatiling tapat. Kapag napapagod ka na, lumapit sa Diyos. Kapag may mga bagay na hindi mo maintindihan, patuloy kang magtiwala sa Kanyang karunungan at katapatan.

Huwag mong sukuan ang iyong pananampalataya dahil lamang mahirap ang iyong pinagdaraanan. Sa halip, gamitin mo ang bawat pagsubok bilang pagkakataon upang mas makilala ang Diyos at mas lumalim ang iyong pagtitiwala sa Kanya.

Hindi natin alam ang lahat ng mangyayari sa hinaharap, ngunit maaari tayong manatiling panatag dahil kilala natin ang Diyos na humahawak sa ating buhay.

Patuloy kang manalangin.
Patuloy kang sumunod.
Patuloy mong mahalin ang katotohanan. At patuloy kang mamuhay ayon sa Salita ng Diyos.

Stand firm even when life is uncertain. Hold fast even when your faith is tested. Remain faithful because God is worthy of your trust.

REFLECTION:

Nakaugat ba sa Salita ng Diyos ang aking pananampalataya, o mas naiimpluwensiyahan ako ng aking emosyon, takot, at kasalukuyang sitwasyon?

May mga paniniwala o katuruan ba akong tinatanggap na hindi ko muna sinusuri ayon sa katotohanan ng Salita ng Diyos?

Kapag dumaraan ako sa mga pagsubok, nananatili ba akong matatag sa pananampalataya, o madali akong panghinaan ng loob at magduda sa mga pangako ng Diyos?

PRAYER:
Our loving Father, maraming salamat po sa pamamagitan ng Iyong Anak na si Jesus Christ, sapagkat ibinigay Mo sa amin ang Iyong Salita upang maging gabay, liwanag, at matibay na pundasyon ng aming pananampalataya. Salamat dahil sa gitna ng nagbabagong kalagayan ng aming buhay, nananatiling totoo at maaasahan ang Iyong mga pangako.
Panginoon, tulungan Mo po kaming manatiling matatag sa aming pananampalataya. Kapag dumarating ang mga problema, takot, at pagdududa, ipaalala Mo po sa amin ang katotohanan ng Iyong Salita. Huwag Mo pong hayaang ang aming emosyon, ang mga pangyayari sa aming paligid, o ang opinyon ng ibang tao ang maging batayan ng aming mga desisyon.

Turuan Mo po kaming mahalin, basahin, unawain, at isabuhay ang Iyong Salita araw-araw. Bigyan Mo kami ng karunungan upang makilala ang katotohanan at makaiwas sa mga katuruang hindi naaayon sa Iyong kalooban. Bigyan Mo rin kami ng lakas ng loob upang manindigan sa aming pananampalataya kahit hindi ito madali.

Lord Jesus, kapag kami ay nanghihina, tulungan Mo kaming muling lumapit sa Iyo. Kapag kami ay nalilito, gabayan Mo kami. Kapag kami ay natatakot, ipaalala Mo sa amin na hindi Mo kami pinababayaan. Turuan Mo kaming huwag basta matinag ng mga pagsubok kundi patuloy na kumapit sa Iyong katotohanan.

Holy Spirit ,patuloy mo po kaming gabayan upang magkaroon kami ng spiritual discernment. Tulungan Mo kaming makilala ang tama at mali, suriin ang mga katuruang aming naririnig, at piliin ang mga bagay na nagbibigay-luwalhati sa Iyo.
Ama, nawa'y hindi lamang kami maging tagapakinig ng Iyong Salita kundi maging mga tagasunod na isinasabuhay ito sa aming mga salita, desisyon, at gawa. Tulungan Mo kaming manatiling tapat sa Iyo sa bawat season ng aming buhay, sa panahon ng kasaganaan at maging sa panahon ng kakulangan, sa panahon ng kagalakan at maging sa panahon ng pagsubok.

Lord, we choose to stand firm in Your Word and hold fast to Your truth. Kahit hindi namin maintindihan ang lahat, tulungan Mo kaming patuloy na magtiwala, sumunod, at manatiling tapat sa Iyo. Huwag Mo pong hayaang mailayo kami sa Iyong katotohanan ng anumang takot, panlilinlang, o pagsubok.

Nawa'y ang aming buhay ay maging patotoo ng Iyong katapatan, biyaya, at kapangyarihan. Patatagin Mo kami hanggang wakas upang patuloy naming maipahayag ang Iyong katotohanan at mamuhay para sa Iyong kaluwalhatian.

Maraming salamat po, our loving Father, dahil Ikaw ang aming kanlungan, gabay, at matibay na pundasyon. Sa Iyo kami nagtitiwala at sa Iyo kami patuloy na kakapit. In Jesus name. Amen.

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ELDER PANGGA - JCRC RIYADH

2 Thessalonians 1: Faith that Grows, Love that is boundless

 

Faith that grows, Love that is boundless

2 Thessalonians 1:  3
We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is fitting, because your faith grows exceedingly, and the love of every one of you all abounds toward each other,

Paul was sincerely grateful to God for the church of thessalonians because their faith was not stagnant it kept growing despite the challenges and persecutions they faced. They continued trusting God even in difficult circumstances.Their love for one another continued to increase, they continued to love and support one another.


* Pero tayo we already know who Jesus Christ is, because He always reveal Himself sa atin in different situations sa araw araw...
>yet we still end up doubting Him because of fear or uncertainties that is happening in our life instead of growing closer to God we became distant to Him by doing things on our own.
> World says about love,peoples change...but the Lord teach us to love the unlovable bakit po, people see it and it is very encouraging po to see that believers love the way Jesus taught us.

Like the church of Thessalonica... our church is called to always stand firm in faith,obey Christ and live a life for one another.

• Instead of fear, trust and rest in His presence .
• when we face uncertainties,know He is with us
• obey and trust Him, though we dont understand the situation, but because we trust the One who leads us .
• love with no condition ,and serve like Jesus
• continue to encourage one another
• pray for one another

We came together as a church,we grow together in Christ, strengthen one another in faith, and allow His love to unite us.

Tayo pong lahat ay magpakalalim sa pananampalataya sa Panginoon at patuloy po tayong magmahal at kumalinga sa ating mga kapatiran.

Lets all reflect:
°What am I doing now, strengthen my faith?
°Does the way I love and serve others , encourage them to grow in faith?
°Does my love to others,reflects Christ in me?
° As my faith grows, does my love for others demonstrate the love of Christ?


We may be growing in faith daily but we still struggle to love or to show compassion to others just as Christ did.
Or
We may be followers of Christ who love others, but when trials come, we may find ourselves shattered and struggling to stand firm in our faith.


***A growing faith produces a life that reflects Gods love.

Prayer
Heavenly Father, I come before You
Thank You for always guiding us on how to be a church that carrys Your light.
Help us to live a life growing in faith rooted from Your Word. To love the way You loved us. May our walk be an encouraging light to others specially those who are weary.
In Jesus name,Amen 🙏🏼

All Glory to Jesus

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ELDER SALLY - JCRC RIYADH

I Thessalonians 5: FAITHFUL TO FINISH

 

“Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely; and may your whole spirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. He who calls you is faithful, who also will do it.” I Thessalonians 5:23-24

FAITHFUL TO FINISH

Sometimes we become discouraged with our spiritual progress. We see weaknesses, repeated mistakes, and areas of our lives that still need to change.

But these verses give us hope:
✨ God does not simply call us.
✨ He continuously works in us.

✅ GOD WANTS TO TRANSFORM US COMPLETELY
📌 Sanctification is the continuing work of God in our lives, shaping us to become more like Christ.
📌 God is concerned with our whole life, not just part of it.

❤️ Don't just ask God to change your circumstances. Allow Him to change you.

💭 What area of my life am I still resisting giving fully to God?
 
✅ GOD WANTS TO PRESERVE US
📌 Following Jesus is not only about starting well, but also about continuing faithfully.
📌 There will be temptations, disappointments, and distractions. We therefore need to stay close to God through prayer, His Word, obedience, and dependence on Him.

❤️ The God who saved us is able to sustain us.

💭 When you feel spiritually weak, don't run away from God. Run towards Him.

✅ GOD WANTS TO COMPLETE US
📌 God does not hand us a to-do-list and run away. The One who calls us is faithful.
📌 We still have a responsibility to obey and surrender, but we don't walk alone. When growth feels slow, we can continue trusting Him.

❤️ The God who calls us is the God who completes us.

💭 Instead of saying, “I can't change,” pray:“Lord, I surrender this area to You. Continue and complete Your work in me.”

Our spiritual journey may not always be easy, and we may not see immediate change.

But the God who begins our sanctification guarantees our completion.

✨ Don't give up.
✨ God is working.

🛐 Prayer
Lord, thank You for calling us to Yourself. Sanctify us completely and transform every area of our lives. Keep us faithful when we are tempted, discouraged, or distracted. Help us surrender what we cannot change by ourselves and trust You to continue and complete Your work in us. Thank You Lord that You are faithful. In Jesus name. Amen 🙏

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PASTORA RIVA - JCRC RIYADH

I Thessalonians 4: CALLED FOR A HOLY LIFE

 

“For God did not call us to uncleanness, but in holiness.”

I Thessalonians 4:7 NKJV

As believers, God has called us to live in holiness, not in sin. But how do we live a holy life? It means keeping our hearts right before God and living in a way that pleases Him. It means turning away from sin, including sexual immorality and anything that makes our hearts unclean before Him.

Let us examine our hearts today
Is there a habit, attitude, relationship, or hidden sin that we need to surrender to God?

Minsan, nasasanay na tayo sa isang kasalanan hanggang sa iniisip nating normal na lang ito. That is why we need to let Gods Word correct us, just as David prayed in Psalm 51:10, “Create in me a clean heart, O God.” Like David, let us be humble enough to admit our sins, repent, and allow God to change us.

Especially in these uncertain times here in Saudi with the situation around us, we are reminded that life is unpredictable. Hindi natin alam ang mangyayari bukas, kaya huwag nating balewalain ang relationship natin with God. Instead of living in fear, let us remain faithful and keep our hearts right before Him.

Holiness does not mean we are perfect,it means we are willing to repent, turn away from sin, and obey God.

Prayer:
May the Lord protect us, give us peace, and help us live holy lives that please Him, so that we may be ready when He comes. Amen

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ELDER JOAN - JCRC RIYADH

1 Thessalonians 3: GOD IS WITH YOU IN YOUR TROUBLES

 GOD IS WITH YOU IN YOUR TROUBLES

That no one should be shaken by these afflictions; for you yourselves know that we are appointed to this
1 Thessalonians 3

Paul reminded the believers not to be surprised or shaken when troubles came because of their faith in Christ , Following Jesus doesn’t mean we will never face difficulties, there will be seasons when our faith is tested.

In our lives today ,we may also face family problems, financial struggles, sickness and other personal challenges, though these are not necessarily the same affliction apostle Paul was talking about .But it reminds us of our need to trust God even in difficult times.

Sometimes we may ask “Lord why is this happening?” we may not understand what we are going through ,but God words remind us that difficulties are part of our journey of faith ,the presence of troubles doesn’t mean the absence of God.

Are You Facing Difficult Situation Right Now?

Maybe You, Or Someone You Love Is Sick?

Struggling Problems?

Take Heart and Bring your Worries to God

✓ Keep Praying
✓ Keep Trusting
✓ Hold On To His Word

Hindi man natin naiintindihan ang lahat ng nangyayari but we can choose to trust Him.

Apostle Paul encouraged the believers to stand firm in their faith despite the afflictions they face ,may we also learn to remain faithful when life becomes difficult.

PRAYER
Father, thank you for reminding us that we can trust You even when life is difficult , when we face problems, sickness or worries help us not to lose faith give us
strength when we feel weak and peace when we don’t understand what is happening .Help us to keep praying,
trusting and walking with You every day in Jesus name……AMEN

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ELDER JOAN - JCRC RIYADH