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Psalm 121:7–8
“The LORD will keep you from all harm—he will watch over your life; the LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.”

Dear Father, thank You for Your divine protection over us, our households, and our loved ones. Thank You that You watch over us day and night because You never sleep nor slumber, but always watch over Your children.
Thank You that Your love is a love that never fails. In spite of our human condition of sin, Your love remains steadfast and true. We waver like leaves in the wind, but Your faithfulness and protection are an unshakable, immovable rock.
Please bless and protect us and all our loved ones from the enemy. Please protect us from sickness and accidents. Please protect our incomes and allow us to provide for our families and also help others who are in need.
We thank You, Father, for Your unfailing love, faithfulness, and protection.
In Jesus name Amen

1 John 1:9
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”

Father God, thank you that you are faithful and just to forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. We come before you knowing that our forgiveness does not depend on our performance, but on Jesus and what he has already finished for us. Thank you that when we confess our sins, you forgive us completely and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. You completely remove our sins from your sight, as though they had never happened, because of what Jesus has done for us. Help us to trust your promise and not live in fear, guilt, or condemnation. Help us to turn away from sin and walk each day in the freedom, love, and righteousness you have given us through Jesus. Thank you that your mercy and forgiveness are always available to us. In Jesus name Amen

Last year they posted ads on campuses for their front group Instagram "finding_our_path". Now the account is renamed "bible.compass" and they are still trying to trick people into joining through "free Bible studies" and "young adult events". Be careful!

Psalm 106:1–2
Praise the Lord.
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.
Who can proclaim the mighty acts of the Lord or fully declare his praise?

Father, we thank you for your goodness, your love, and your mercy. Thank you for your enduring love, which is greater than any form of love that we can comprehend.
We ask that you reveal more of your love to us as we walk with you. Thank you for understanding us in our weakness and for never leaving our side, even when we fail to acknowledge you and try to do things our own way.
Please forgive us when we go our own way, and help us to turn to you in every season of our lives. Help us to remember your goodness and faithfulness, even when we struggle or lose our way.
We pray in Jesus name, Amen.

God Desires Honesty, the “Wisdom of Hiding” as some cults call it is in no way Biblical.

'He delights in those who tell the truth.' Proverbs 12:22 NLT

Rosalie Elliot made it to the fourth round of a national spelling contest. The eleven-year-old from South Carolina was asked to spell the word 'avowal'. In her soft southern accent she spelled the word, but the judges were unable to determine if she had used an 'a' or an 'e' as the next-to-last letter. They debated among themselves for several minutes as they listened to the recording, but it was too accent-blurred to decipher. Finally, the chief judge put the question to the only person who knew the answer. 'Was the letter an 'a', or was it an 'e'?' he asked Rosalie. By this time, being surrounded by whispering young spellers, Rosalie knew the correct spelling of the word. Still, without hesitation, she replied that she had misspelled the word, and she walked from the stage. The audience stood and applauded, including newspaper reporters. The moment was a proud one for her parents. Even in defeat, she was a victor. And, more has been written about Rosalie Elliot over the years than about the 'unknown' winner of the event.
As a redeemed child of God, your heavenly Father requires honesty in word and deed. 'Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed' (Proverbs 12:19 NLT). 'Do not lie to one another, since you have put off the old man with his deeds' (Colossians 3:9 NKJV). 'Therefore, put away lying, "Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbour," for we are members of one another' (Ephesians 4:25 NKJV).

Tell the truth

Sunday 9th August 2026

'He delights in those who tell the truth.' Proverbs 12:22 NLT

Rosalie Elliot made it to the fourth round of a national spelling contest. The eleven-year-old from South Carolina was asked to spell the word 'avowal'. In her soft southern accent she spelled the word, but the judges were unable to determine if she had used an 'a' or an 'e' as the next-to-last letter. They debated among themselves for several minutes as they listened to the recording, but it was too accent-blurred to decipher. Finally, the chief judge put the question to the only person who knew the answer. 'Was the letter an 'a', or was it an 'e'?' he asked Rosalie. By this time, being surrounded by whispering young spellers, Rosalie knew the correct spelling of the word. Still, without hesitation, she replied that she had misspelled the word, and she walked from the stage. The audience stood and applauded, including newspaper reporters. The moment was a proud one for her parents. Even in defeat, she was a victor. And, more has been written about Rosalie Elliot over the years than about the 'unknown' winner of the event.

As a redeemed child of God, your heavenly Father requires honesty in word and deed. 'Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed' (Proverbs 12:19 NLT). 'Do not lie to one another, since you have put off the old man with his deeds' (Colossians 3:9 NKJV). 'Therefore, put away lying, "Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbour," for we are members of one another' (Ephesians 4:25 NKJV).

1 Samuel 16:7
The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.

Lord our Father,
Thank you that it is not our outward appearance that defines us, but the posture of our hearts before you. Thank you that you see our hearts. You know what motivates us, you know our innermost thoughts, our deepest desires, and the reasons behind them.
Lord, please help us to see others as you see them. Help us to look beyond outward appearances and the personas people project, and instead see their hearts with compassion, grace, and love.
Please give us a genuine desire for your presence and help us to seek you with sincere hearts. Shape our hearts to reflect yours, so that your love is seen in the way we treat others.
In Jesus name, amen.

1 Corinthians 2:9–10
9 However, as it is written:
“What no eye has seen,
what no ear has heard,
and what no human mind has conceived,”
the things God has prepared for those who love him,
10 these are the things God has revealed to us by his Spirit.
The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God.
Lord, Thank you for revealing your truth through your Spirit. Thank you that we do not have to rely on our own wisdom to know you. You have made your plan of salvation known through Jesus Christ, and we thank you for the forgiveness, righteousness, and eternal life that are ours by grace through faith.
Help us to grow in understanding your Word and to trust what you have revealed rather than our own thoughts. Teach us by your Spirit each day, and help us to live with confidence, knowing that all your promises are true.
Thank you for the wonderful things you have prepared for those who love you, both now and for all eternity.
In Jesus name, Amen.

Walk in fear, or love?
Wednesday 22nd July 2026

'Perfect love drives out fear.' 1 John 4:18 NIV

Research showing that love mindsets are the norm while fear mindsets are learned is revolutionary for scientists. But it's not new if you look at Scripture: 'There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear' (1 John 4:18 NIV).
Over the past several decades, scientists have researched the anatomy and physiology of love and fear. These are two different systems, and at any one conscious moment, we will be operating in one or the other. Science is showing us that there is a massive 'unlearning' of negative toxic thoughts when we operate in love. We can unlearn negative fear - it is not part of our innate natural functioning. Recent neuroscientific research suggests that some of the chemicals the brain releases when we are operating in love, including oxytocin, can calm fear and worry, support the brain's capacity for positive change, and help us form healthier ways of thinking and connecting with others. This chemical also flows when we trust, bond and reach out to others. So, choosing to operate in love can literally 'drive out fear'. Research also shows that when we do good things and reach out in love, endorphins and serotonin are also released. These detoxify our brains and increase our motivation and wisdom, helping us handle life better.
We see the profound consequences of choosing between love and fear in Scripture: 'I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life' (Deuteronomy 30:19 NIV). In Ecclesiastes 7:29 (NLT) we are told, 'God created people to be virtuous, but they have each turned to follow their own downward path'. The choice is yours: walk in fear or walk in love.