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Refiring Instead of Retiring: A 6-Day Devotional

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Day 1: The Gift of Aging Scripture: Proverbs 16:31 Reflection: Reflect on the beauty of gray hair as a crown of glory. How can you celebrate the wisdom you’ve gained over the years? Action: Write down three life lessons you’ve learned and share them with someone younger. Day 2: Honoring Elders Scripture: Leviticus 19:32 Reflection: Consider the importance of honoring those who have come before us. How can you show respect to the elders in your life? Action: Reach out to an elder in your community or family and express your appreciation for their wisdom. Day 3: Paul’s Example Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1–2 Reflection: Think about the impact of Paul’s ministry in his later years. What passions or callings do you still feel compelled to pursue? Action: Identify one area where you can serve and take a step toward that service this week. Day 4: Refiring in Action Scripture: Isaiah 46:4 Reflection: God promises to carry us even in old age. How does this assurance empower you to refire instea...
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Justice and Mercy: The Integration of God’s Heart and Humanity’s Hope

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A Prophetic Call to the Church in a Divided Age Scripture Texts: Micah 6:8; Psalm 89:14; Luke 4:18–19; John 1:14; Matthew 9:13 I. Introduction: A Fractured Gospel in a Fragmented World We are living in a moment where the gospel has been dissected, compartmentalized, and diluted... (continues unchanged) II. God’s Nature: Justice and Mercy in Harmony Psalm 89:14; Exodus 34:6–7 “Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; steadfast love and faithfulness go before you.” — Psalm 89:14 “The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love… yet he does not leave the guilty unpunished.” — Exodus 34:6–7 III. Justice as Compassion in Action Micah 6:8; Isaiah 1:17 “He has shown you, O man, what is good… to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God.” — Micah 6:8 “Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed.” — Isaiah 1:17 IV. Mercy as a Liberating Gift Matthew 9:13; Luke 6:36 “I desire mercy, not sacrifice.” — Matthew 9:13...
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The Tree, the Tomb, and the Throne: Resurrection, Reconciliation, and the Reign of Christ

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Closing Charge for the Whole Series “We are resurrection people. We are holistic ministers. We live between Eden and eternity. Let us walk in divine dependence, build communion, and live like the tomb is empty and the throne is occupied.” Day 1: The Tree of Life — From Eden to Gethsemane Reflection: In Eden, two trees stood before humanity: the Tree of Life and the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil. Humanity chose autonomy over divine dependence. But in another garden—Gethsemane—Jesus reversed Eden’s rebellion with these words: “Not my will, but yours be done.” — Matthew 26:39 “This is my body, given for you.” — Luke 22:19 “He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree.” — 1 Peter 2:24 Spiritual Application: We must live by divine dependence, not human autonomy. The fruit of the Tree is Christ Himself—relationship, not rebellion. Call to Action: Today, surrender an area of life where you’ve been choosing autonomy over communion with God. Pray: “Not my will, but Yours be done.” Day ...
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