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Scripture:“In the same way, he took the cup of wine after supper, saying, ‘This cup is the new covenant between God and his people—an agreement confirmed with my blood. Do this in remembrance of me as often as you drink it.’” 1 Corinthians 11:25 (NLT) Reflection:Contracts are usually signed with ink on paper. They are…

Scripture:“Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.” Colossians 3:13 (NLT) Reflection:Let’s be honest—sometimes the deepest wounds come from inside the church. I’ve heard stories of betrayal, judgment, and hypocrisy that break my heart. Maybe you have one of those stories….

Scripture:“So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus.” Romans 8:1 (NLT) Reflection:Guilt is a heavy backpack. We carry around the memory of past mistakes, harsh words we spoke, and things we wish we hadn’t done. Even when we ask for forgiveness, we often continue to put ourselves on trial, acting…

Scripture:“God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it.” Ephesians 2:8-9 (NLT) Reflection:I remember a time in my life when I received…

Scripture:“But Jesus told them, ‘No, the Scriptures say, ‘People do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Matthew 4:4 (NLT) Reflection:I can always tell when I’ve skipped a meal. I get irritable, my focus wanes, and I feel weak. My body needs food to function. In…

Scripture:“When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all truth.” John 16:13 (NLT) Reflection:I remember stormy nights when my kids were toddlers, and they would be terrified of the thunder. The only thing that calmed them was my voice, steady and low, assuring them they were safe. The storm didn’t stop immediately,…