Tag: god
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Returning, Restoring, and Reigning: How Today’s Scriptures Speak to Our World
Daily Office Readings:Psalm 119:97–120; Joel 2:12–19; Revelation 19:11–21; Luke 15:1–10 A Reflection by Roy Pearson Today’s Scripture readings form a powerful mosaic of God’s heart—His call to return, His joy in restoring us, His invitation to stand firmly in His Word, and His promise that Christ will ultimately defeat all evil. In a world marked…
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Living Honestly Before God and People: A Reflection on 1 Thessalonians 5:21–22
“Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. Abstain from all appearance of evil.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:21–22 (KJV) The Apostle Paul’s closing words to the Thessalonians serve as a timeless call to discernment, integrity, and holiness. He encourages believers to “prove all things”—to test what is true, genuine, and godly—and then to “hold…
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The Great Banquet: God’s Invitation to a Selfless and Inclusive Life
A Reflection by Roy Pearson on the Gospel Reading from the Daily Office for Monday, November 10, 2025 Reflections on Luke 14:12–24 In Luke 14:12–24, Jesus shares two powerful teachings that reveal the heart of God’s Kingdom. He challenges our motives for generosity and shows us the danger of ignoring God’s invitation because of worldly…
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The Fall of Babylon: A Warning to Our Age
A Reflection by Roy Pearson on the New Testament reading from the Daily Office for Monday, November 10, 2025 Reflection on Revelation 18:15–24 “The merchants of these things, who gained their wealth from her, will stand far off, terrified at her torment. They will weep and mourn and cry out: ‘Woe, woe to you, great…
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🌿 “Restore Us, O God”: A Reflection on Psalm 80
A Reflection by Roy Pearson on Psalm 80, the Psalter for November 10, 2025 Scripture Reading: “Restore us, O God;let your face shine, that we may be saved.”— Psalm 80:3 (NRSV) Introduction Psalm 80 is a heartfelt cry from a wounded nation longing for God’s presence once again. Written by Asaph, this psalm captures Israel’s…
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🌾 A Call to Wake Up: The Message of Joel 1:1–13 for Our Times
A Reflection by Roy Pearson on the Old Testament Reading for Monday, November 10, 2025 from the Daily Office. Introduction The book of Joel opens with a sobering picture — a nation brought to its knees by disaster. What begins as a description of a locust plague quickly becomes something far deeper: a spiritual wake-up…
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Lessons from 1 Timothy 5: Building a Healthy Church Family
A Reflection by Roy Pearson n 1 Timothy 5, the Apostle Paul gives practical guidance to Timothy on leading the church with wisdom, respect, and love. Though these instructions were written nearly 2,000 years ago, their principles are timeless and can guide us in creating strong, supportive communities today. 1. Treat Everyone with Respect Paul…
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God’s Goodness, Our Sin, and the Gift of Gratitude
A Reflection by Roy Pearson Scripture Focus:“For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, for it is made holy by the word of God and prayer.” — 1 Timothy 4:4–5“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” — Romans 3:23…
The Curious Pilgrim 