Tag: Faithfulness

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The Tragedy of Demas

Word for the WeekSeptember 20, 2026115Views 0Likes 0Comments

For Demas, because he loved this world, has deserted me and has gone to Thessalonica. Crescens has gone to Galatia, and Titus to Dalmatia. (2 Timothy 4:10) Not every person who begins well finishes well. The Apostle Paul mentions Demas among his fellow workers (Philemon 24). Demas was not a stranger to Christian ministry. He…

Unless the Lord Builds the House

Word for the WeekAugust 31, 2025245Views 0Likes 0Comments

“Unless the Lord builds the house, its builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchmen stand guard in vain.” (Psalm 127:1 NIV). This psalm, attributed to Solomon, the wisest of kings, reminds us that human wisdom and effort must be submitted to God- the Builder of all things. It is…

Impacting the Harvest of your Harbor

Word for the WeekJune 22, 2025198Views 0Likes 0Comments

“Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.” (Matthew 9:35-36 NIV). Jesus carried out his ministry with…

Commended for Growth

Word for the WeekJune 1, 2025232Views 0Likes 0Comments

“We always thank God for all of you, mentioning you in our prayers. We continually remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Thessalonians 1:2-3 NIV). The letter to the Thessalonians was written by Apostle…

Be What You Want Your Church to Be!

Word for the WeekFebruary 2, 2025278Views 1Like 0Comments

“So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the law and the prophets.” (Matthew 7:12 NIV). Do you desire a better church? Then be a better member! Do you desire a fruitful church? Then, be a fruitful member! Do you desire a growing church? Then,…