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11/03/2026

“I am the good shepherd.
The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
He who is a hired hand and not a shepherd, who does not own the sheep, sees the wolf coming and leaves the sheep and flees, and the wolf sn**ches them and scatters them.
He flees because he is a hired hand and cares nothing for the sheep.
I am the good shepherd.
I know my own and my own know me, just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I lay down my life for the sheep.
And I have other sheep that are not of this fold.
I must bring them also, and they will listen to my voice.
So there will be one flock, one shepherd. For this reason the Father loves me, because I lay down my life that I may take it up again.
No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord.
I have authority to lay it down, and I have authority to take it up again.
This charge I have received from my Father.””
‭‭John‬ ‭10‬:‭11‬-‭18‬ ‭ESV‬‬

“Jesus answered them, “I told you, and you do not believe.
The works that I do in my Father’s name bear witness about me, but you do not believe because you are not among my sheep.
My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.
I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will sn**ch them out of my hand.
My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to sn**ch them out of the Father’s hand. I and the Father are one.””
‭‭John‬ ‭10‬:‭25‬-‭30‬ ‭ESV‬‬

11/03/2026

““Everyone then who hears these words of mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock.
And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house, but it did not fall, because it had been founded on the rock.

And everyone who hears these words of mine and does not do them will be like a foolish man who built his house on the sand.
And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell, and great was the fall of it.””
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭7‬:‭24‬-‭27‬ ‭ESV‬‬

11/02/2026

“The sayings of Agur son of Jakeh contain this message.
I am weary, O God; I am weary and worn out, O God.
I am too stupid to be human, and I lack common sense.
I have not mastered human wisdom, nor do I know the Holy One.

Who but God goes up to heaven and comes back down?

Who holds the wind in his fists?

Who wraps up the oceans in his cloak?

Who has created the whole wide world?

What is his name—and his son’s name? Tell me if you know!

Every word of God proves true.
He is a shield to all who come to him for protection.
Do not add to his words, or he may rebuke you and expose you as a liar.

O God, I beg two favors from you;
let me have them before I die.
First, help me never to tell a lie.
Second, give me neither poverty nor riches!
Give me just enough to satisfy my needs. For if I grow rich, I may deny you and say, “Who is the Lord?” And if I am too poor, I may steal and thus insult God’s holy name.

Never slander a worker to the employer, or the person will curse you, and you will pay for it.

Some people curse their father and do not thank their mother.

They are pure in their own eyes, but they are filthy and unwashed.
They look proudly around, casting disdainful glances.
They have teeth like swords and fangs like knives.
They devour the poor from the earth and the needy from among humanity.

The leech has two suckers that cry out, “More, more!”

There are three things that are never satisfied— no, four that never say, “Enough!”: the grave, the barren womb, the thirsty desert, the blazing fire.

The eye that mocks a father and despises a mother’s instructions will be plucked out by ravens of the valley and eaten by vultures.

There are three things that amaze me— no, four things that I don’t understand: how an eagle glides through the sky,
how a snake slithers on a rock,
how a ship navigates the ocean,
how a man loves a woman.

An adulterous woman consumes a man, then wipes her mouth and says, “What’s wrong with that?”

There are three things that make the earth tremble— no, four it cannot endure: a slave who becomes a king,
an overbearing fool who prospers,
a bitter woman who finally gets a husband,
a servant girl who supplants her mistress.

There are four things on earth that are small but unusually wise:
Ants—they aren’t strong, but they store up food all summer.
Hyraxes—they aren’t powerful, but they make their homes among the rocks. Locusts—they have no king, but they march in formation.
Lizards—they are easy to catch, but they are found even in kings’ palaces.

There are three things that walk with stately stride— no, four that strut about: the lion, king of animals, who won’t turn aside for anything,
the strutting rooster,
the male goat,
a king as he leads his army.

If you have been a fool by being proud or plotting evil, cover your mouth in shame.

As the beating of cream yields butter and striking the nose causes bleeding, so stirring up anger causes quarrels.”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭30‬:‭1‬-‭33‬ ‭NLT‬‬

11/02/2026

The Joy of the Lord is My Strength

The phrase "the joy of the Lord is my strength" originates from the Bible in Nehemiah 8:10. It means that true emotional, spiritual, and physical endurance does not come from your own human effort or positive thinking, but from a deep, abiding connection to God and His unchanging character.

The Historical and Biblical Context

• The Setting: The verse was spoken after the Israelites returned from exile in Babylon and finished rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem. When the priest Ezra read the Law of Moses to the people, they began to weep and mourn because they realized how far they and their ancestors had drifted from God's commands.

• The Command: Instead of letting them wallow in grief and guilt on a sacred day of celebration, Nehemiah told them: "Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks... Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength" (Nehemiah 8:10).

• The Meaning of "Strength" (Maoz): In the original Hebrew, the word translated as "strength" (ma'oz) also carries the meaning of a stronghold, refuge, or fortress. Just as the newly rebuilt physical walls protected Jerusalem from outside threats, God's joy acts as a spiritual fortress that protects the heart from despair.

Key Takeaways of What It Means Today

• It is not forced happiness: This joy is not a superficial "grin and bear it" attitude or pretending everything is fine. It coexists with real grief, honesty, and trials.

• It comes from God, not circumstances: Human happiness changes based on how life is going (money, health, relationships), whereas the joy of the Lord is rooted in His grace, forgiveness, and presence, which never change.

• It fuels perseverance when you are empty: When your personal stamina, patience, or emotional reserves run out, you can "draw" on God’s strength to keep going through difficult seasons.

11/01/2026

“For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow,
and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

And no creature is hidden from his sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must give account.”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭4‬:‭12‬-‭13‬ ‭ESV‬‬

10/29/2026

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10/29/2026

“Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭4‬:‭23‬ ‭ESV‬‬

Biblical guidelines to assess music and movies:
1) It is pro Jesus or anti-Jesus

“Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does not gather with me scatters.”
‭‭Luke‬ ‭11‬:‭23‬ ‭ESV‬‬

2) Is it true, is it honorable, is it just, is it pure, is it lovely, is it commendable, is it excellent, is it worthy of praise,

“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”
‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭8‬ ‭ESV‬‬

3) Will listening or watching it cause me to lust?

“I made a covenant with my eyes not to look with lust at a young woman.”
‭‭Job‬ ‭31‬:‭1‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“I will refuse to look at anything vile and vulgar. I hate all who deal crookedly; I will have nothing to do with them.”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭101‬:‭3‬ ‭NLT‬‬

4) Does it glorify the dark realm?
- horror movies and the celebration of Halloween invites the devil

“Take no part in the worthless deeds of evil and darkness; instead, expose them.”
‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭5‬:‭11‬ ‭NLT‬‬

What to do:
1) Renounce this culture

“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.”
‭‭Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭2‬ ‭NLT‬‬

2) Be Radical - change your playlist and movie choice

“You adulterers! Don’t you realize that friendship with the world makes you an enemy of God? I say it again: If you want to be a friend of the world, you make yourself an enemy of God.”
‭‭James‬ ‭4‬:‭4‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“Therefore, come out from among unbelievers, and separate yourselves from them, says the Lord. Don’t touch their filthy things, and I will welcome you.”
‭‭2 Corinthians‬ ‭6‬:‭17‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong.”
‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭16‬:‭13‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“But God’s truth stands firm like a foundation stone with this inscription: “The Lord knows those who are his,” and “All who belong to the Lord must turn away from evil.””
‭‭2 Timothy‬ ‭2‬:‭19‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil.”
‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭6‬:‭10‬-‭11‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“But you should keep a clear mind in every situation. Don’t be afraid of suffering for the Lord. Work at telling others the Good News, and fully carry out the ministry God has given you.”
‭‭2 Timothy‬ ‭4‬:‭5‬ ‭NLT‬‬

3) Replace with God honoring faith-based movies and music

“Around midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening.”
‭‭Acts of the Apostles‬ ‭16‬:‭25‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Guide your heart:
Walk away from the stench of this messed up world.
Get rid of the garbage we fill ourselves with.
Fill yourself with prayer, praise and God-glorifying worship

Blessed Be Your Name
In the land that is plentiful
Where Your streams of abundance flow
Blessed be Your name

Blessed Be Your name
When I'm found in the desert place
Though I walk through the wilderness
Blessed Be Your name

Every blessing You pour out
I'll turn back to praise
When the darkness closes in, Lord
Still I will say
Blessed be the name of the Lord

Blessed be Your name
Blessed be the name of the Lord
Blessed be Your glorious name
Blessed be Your name

When the sun's shining down on me
When the world's 'all as it should be'
Blessed be Your name
Blessed be Your name

On the road marked with suffering
Though there's pain in the offering
Blessed be Your name

Every blessing You pour out
I'll turn back to praise
When the darkness closes in, Lord
Still I will say
Blessed be the name of the Lord

Blessed be Your name
Blessed be the name of the Lord
Blessed be Your glorious name

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10/29/2026

10/29/2026

“Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need.”
‭‭Malachi‬ ‭3‬:‭10‬ ‭ESV‬‬

“and blessed be God Most High, who has delivered your enemies into your hand!” And Abram gave him a tenth of everything.”
‭‭Genesis‬ ‭14‬:‭20‬ ‭ESV‬‬

““What sorrow awaits you teachers of religious law and you Pharisees. Hypocrites! For you are careful to tithe even the tiniest income from your herb gardens, but you ignore the more important aspects of the law—justice, mercy, and faith. You should tithe, yes, but do not neglect the more important things.”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭23‬:‭23‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“Meanwhile, Zacchaeus stood before the Lord and said, “I will give half my wealth to the poor, Lord, and if I have cheated people on their taxes, I will give them back four times as much!” Jesus responded, “Salvation has come to this home today, for this man has shown himself to be a true son of Abraham. For the Son of Man came to seek and save those who are lost.””
‭‭Luke‬ ‭19‬:‭8‬-‭10‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭21‬ ‭NLT‬‬

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