HORM Devotional

2 Timothy 1:9-10 (AMP) ‘For He delivered us and saved us and called us with a holy calling [a calling that leads to a consecrated life—a life set apart—a life of purpose], not because of our works [or because of any personal merit—we could do nothing to earn this], but because of His own purpose and grace [His amazing, undeserved favor].’

BIBLE READING:
Joel 1-3, Psalm 125.
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Robert Robinson’s life drastically changed when his father suddenly died when he was only eight years old. Without a father to guide him, as he grew older, Robert became an unruly child despite his loving mother’s efforts to raise him well. When he was 14 years old, his mother sent him off to another town to work as an apprentice to a barber.
As Robert began living away from his home, his life only got worse. He joined a gang of youths who influenced him to live a life of sin and debauchery. Caught up in his reckless life, one day, Robert and his friends decided to go and disrupt an evangelistic meeting being held by the famous preacher, George Whitfield. That day, Whitefield preached on the text: “O generation of vipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come?”(Matthew 3:7).
Robert felt as if the preacher’s words were being directed personally to him. He left the meeting in dread, full of fear, and was under a deep sense of conviction. Robert couldn’t shake off this feeling until he finally surrendered his life to Christ when he was twenty years old, in December 1755. He later became a fiery preacher who brought revival to his hometown. He wrote many famous hymns to reflect his story of living in sin and pain until his life was positively transformed when he encountered Christ.

Throughout the Scriptures, we see the transformation power of God’s love and grace. 1Chronicles 2:16 makes mention of king David’s sister whose name was Zeruiah. The meaning of Zeruiah’s name in Hebrew is “my wounds”.
Her name indicates something painful might have happened to her because in Biblical times people were usually named according to significant events in their lives. The interesting thing is that this woman who had a name indicative of pain, gave birth to three sons who were famous and outstanding in Israel. Her first son Abishai was distinguished among the mighty men of David for his great exploits in battles(2 Samuel 23).
Her second son Joab became the celebrated four-star commander general of the army of Israel under King David. The third son, Asahel, was famous as the fastest runner in all of Israel at that time.
So, whatever pain or wounds Zeruiah suffered in her life didn’t stop her from birthing champions. Likewise today, it doesn’t matter the wounds or setbacks you might have experienced in the past, you can still birth greatness.
You can rise from the ashes and soar to glorious heights. Thanksgiving is the mystery behind a sudden change of story. Therefore in everything let us keep giving thanks to God because it’s our season to experience our supernatural change of story.

PRAYER: Lord, I thank You for Your amazing grace and love in my life. Please grant me the grace to meditate constantly on Your Word so that my heart can be filled with the faith I need for a supernatural change of story.
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QUOTE ;
“God knows how to work everything together in your life for your own good.” – WORDBITE 222.

Shalom!

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Matthew 22:37–40
“Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment.
And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets.”

BIBLE READING:
Hosea 11–14; Psalm 124
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In the early centuries of the Church, Christianity spread rapidly across the Roman Empire through the undeniable force of love.
During times of plague, when fear gripped entire cities, many fled to save themselves. Families abandoned even their own loved ones to escape infection. Yet, in the midst of this chaos, the Christians did something radically different—they stayed to care for the sick and provide food and comfort to those who had been left behind. They did not discriminate between believers and unbelievers. Their love extended to all.
Many of them paid a heavy price for this compassion, as they exposed themselves to the same diseases. Yet they counted the lives of others more important than their own safety.
People were astonished to see that Christians did not just talk about love—they lived it.
As a result, many hearts were softened. Those who once mocked the faith began to embrace it. Entire communities were transformed and the Church grew rapidly across borders to many nations of the world.

Jesus reveals in Matthew 22:37–40 that love is not just a command—it is the foundation upon which the entire Kingdom rests. Every law, every instruction, and every expression of true Christianity is built on this one truth: love for God and love for people.
The Christian life is rooted in love. You may have knowledge, gifts, or service, but without love, it will not produce lasting impact (1 Corinthians 13:2).
Love is the divine strategy that draws men to the Gospel of Christ.
We live in a world that is love-starved, where people greatly need affection and compassion. Love is a universal language understood in every nation. When we let the love of God flow from our hearts it impacts the world around us. When we engage in acts of kindness, people are blessed and God is glorified.
Genuine acts of love and kindness were how the early Church prevailed—and it is still how we win souls today.
Therefore wherever there is chaos,.let us bring peace. Where there is pain,. let us bring joy and where there is despair, let us bring hope and healing.
By so doing we glorify God, bless humanity and practically reveal Christ to the world.

PRAYER:
Lord, please help me to love You with all my heart and to express that love through my actions toward others. Let Your love flow through me to bless lives and draw many souls into Your Kingdom, in Jesus’ Name.

QUOTE:
It takes a heart for God to make a mark in the sands of time. – WORDBITE 201

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1 Peter 4:8 (NLT)
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”

BIBLE READING:
Hosea 6–10; Psalm 123
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On May 13, 1981, Pope John Paul II was shot multiple times in St. Peter’s Square by Mehmet Ali Ağca. The attack was brutal—bullets struck his body, and for a moment, it seemed his life might end. Yet, by divine mercy, he survived.
After recovering, the pope made a decision that stunned the world—he chose to forgive. He visited Ağca in prison and extended forgiveness, compassion, and love. Over time, he even stayed in contact with the man’s family and later requested clemency for him.
That request was granted, and Ağca was released from his Italian prison, although he was still compelled to serve out the remainder of his sentence in a Turkish prison after being extradited.
After the pope’s visit, Ağca, deeply touched, reportedly converted to Christianity. Following John Paul II’s death in 2005, Ağca was released from prison in 2010. In 2014, he returned to Rome to lay two dozen white roses at John Paul II’s tomb.
Mehmet Ali Ağca’s life was changed forever by the forgiveness shown to him. His heart, hardened by anger and condemnation, was softened by the touch of genuine love and forgiveness.

Though people may not shoot you with a gun, sometimes they do things that hurt just as deeply. Jesus said in Luke 17:1, “It is impossible but that offences will come.” This means offences are inevitable in life; but the question is how do we respond.
Offence is one of the enemy’s most subtle weapons for stealing your peace, weakening your faith, and hindering your walk with God. One way we insulate ourselves from the damaging effects of offences is by releasing love instead.
1 Peter 4:8 (NLT) says that love covers over a multitude of sins.
When we choose to walk in love, we are covered from the destructive effects of other people’s sins. What they meant for evil, God can turn around for our good.
Obeying the love commandment may not always be easy, but it is the pathway to inner peace, healing, and restoration. Romans 12:21 tells us not to be overcome by evil, but rather to overcome evil with good. We are to bless those who curse us and pray for those who spitefully use us.
Ephesians 4:32 says, “be ye kind one to another… forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.”
Just as God has loved and forgiven us, let us extend the same grace to others. As we do, God Himself fights our battles, vindicates us, and elevates us above our enemies.

PRAYER:
Lord, please help me to walk in love and refuse every trap of offence. Give me the grace to forgive others and to respond according to Your Word, not my feelings. May Your love rule my heart always, in Jesus’ Name.

QUOTE:
It is never over in your life until you win. God is still in control of your life. – WORDBITE 222

Shalom!

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1 John 3:16 (NIV)
“This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters.”

BIBLE READING:
Hosea 4–5; Psalm 122
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Abd Al Fadi, founder of CIRA International, was raised in Saudi Arabia within a strict Islamic environment. He was trained from a young age to reject Christians. As a teenager, he admired extremist figures and embraced ideologies that fueled hostility toward the Christian faith.
In 1989, he arrived in America through an international student program. When he was paired with a young Christian couple, he was deeply uneasy about interacting with Christians. However, for several months, this couple welcomed him warmly into their home and lives. They helped him adjust, shared meals with him, and treated him with consistent kindness and respect.
What impacted him most was not just their preaching, but their lifestyle. They demonstrated Christ through their actions.
Over time, through further exposure to Christ’s love, his heart was softened, and he fully surrendered his life to Christ. Though he faced persecution, he remained steadfast in his faith.
Today, Al Fadi leads CIRA (The Center for Islamic Research and Awareness), which he founded in 2010 with the mission to lead Muslims to Christ.

Al Fadi was not changed by arguments or debates—it was love that conquered his heart. Genuine show of Christlike love broke down years of hatred and opened his heart to Christ.
Consistently loving people may cost your time, your comfort, your resources, or your pride—but it is the pathway to true impact..
Love is the best investment you will ever make towards the spread of the Gospel.
People will not know that we are Christians because we wear Christian T-shirts, adorn WWJD bracelets, display Church stickers, or have a fish decal on our cars.
Our show of love is the greatest advertisement of our faith which reflects God’s nature and character through us.
1 Corinthians 16:13-14 commands us to ‘do everything in love.”
Doing everything in love means our every interaction with people should reflect love.
When we perform selfless acts of love, it melts the heart, leaves an impression on the soul and makes a statement that remains unforgotten in the mind.
It may not be easy to always love everybody but through redemption, Jesus has given us a new mind that is able to overlook people’s shortcomings and love them selflessly.
1 John 3:16 reveals the true definition of love; Jesus laid down His life for us when we were undeserving of redemption. In the same way, we are called to express love to others through sacrifice.
At the Cross Christ showed us mercy and love we didn’t deserve. Likewise we are to love others unconditionally and do everything possible to break the barriers in their hearts and draw them closer to God

PRAYER:
Lord, I thank You for Your deep love for me that led You to sacrifice Your life for my redemption. Let Your love flow through me to bless others and draw them closer to You, in Jesus’ Name.

QUOTE:
When God is on your side, anything is possible. – WORDBITE 222

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Galatians 6:2 (KJV)
“Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.”

BIBLE READING:
Hosea 1-3; Psalm 121
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Stormie Omartian is widely known today as a bestselling author and powerful voice in Christian ministry. Her book The Power of a Praying Wife broke records and remained a bestseller for years, impacting countless lives across the world. Yet her journey to that place of influence began in deep brokenness.
As a child, Stormie grew up in a home marked by poverty and severe emotional pain. Her mother struggled with mental illness and often subjected her to harsh treatment—locking her in closets for hours and neglecting her well-being. These experiences left her battling rejection, fear, depression, and a deep sense of loneliness.
Though she later found some success working in the entertainment industry, inwardly she remained empty. She turned to unhealthy relationships and destructive habits, searching for something to fill the void. At one point, overwhelmed by despair, she considered ending her life.
Then everything changed when a Christian friend named Terry reached out to her with genuine love and concern. Through Terry’s continual love and acts of compassion, Stormie encountered the message of Christ.
That love opened her heart to God, and from that moment, her life began to transform until she became a strong Christian. Stormie went on to become a minister of the Gospel who is a blessing to many around the world.

Indeed, simply showing people love can make all the difference in their lives. Terry’s intentional compassion became the bridge on which Stormie walked from darkness to light.
All around us today are hurting people who need our love and encouragement. Many are dealing with unresolved pain, anger, and deep emotional wounds. God brings us in contact with these people to give us the opportunity to make a difference in their lives.
Galatians 6:10 says, “As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men…”
We do good when we express the love of Christ through our actions.
Love is practical. It may be your listening ear, your kind words, your encouragement, or your willingness to stand by someone in their difficult moment. Love is not just what we say—it is what we do.
When we go the extra mile to show love, we reveal God to the world, because God is love.
Our actions speak louder than our words. When we practically show love it has the power to  transform lives
Today, someone needs to feel the power of God’s love through us. As we intentionally express compassion to others, God will cause His blessings to overflow in our own lives—exceedingly, abundantly above all we could ask or imagine.

PRAYER:
Lord, please help me to love You wholeheartedly and to share Your love with everyone I encounter. Grant me the grace to express Your love through my words, actions, and daily life, in Jesus’ Name.

QUOTE
There is something that God has placed within you that the world is eagerly awaiting to see.WORDBITE 222

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Romans 12:9–10 (KJV)
“Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.
Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;”

BIBLE READING:
Isaiah 61–64; Psalm 120
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Archbishop Desmond Tutu was a South African social rights activist and Anglican bishop who rose to global prominence in the 1980s. He was a courageous opponent of the apartheid government that oppressed South Africa at that time. His impactful work earned him a Nobel Peace Prize in 1984.
During an interview when he was asked by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) to identify the defining moment of his life, Desmond recalled an encounter from his childhood. In 1940, at the age of nine, he was walking with his mother along a street in Klerksdorp, South Africa. During that era of apartheid, it was expected that black people would step off the sidewalk to allow white people to pass.
As they walked, a tall white man approached them. Before Desmond and his mother could step aside, the man himself stepped off the sidewalk and tipped his hat respectfully to Desmond’s mother. That man was Trevor Huddleston, an Anglican priest who opposed apartheid.
That simple act of respect left such a deep impression on young Desmond that he decided he wanted to become a priest. Desmond eventually ended up not just a priest, but also a global voice that inspired millions of lives.

“Let love be without dissimulation” (Romans 12:9–10) is another way of saying we should emulate love. That was what Desmond Tutu did—he emulated the love that he saw.
Matthew 5:16 calls us to live in such a way that our lives visibly reflect God’s light, life and nature.
The Anglican priest, Trevor Huddleston simply demonstrated Christlike love and it became a seed that produced global impact.
This is the power of living as a reflection of Jesus.
2 Corinthians 3:2–3 reminds us that we are “epistles… known and read of all men.” People may never read a Bible, but they will read our lives. What they see in us can either draw them closer to God or push them away.
Ephesians 5:1–2 says, “Be ye therefore followers of God… and walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us.”
As believers, our daily actions—how we speak, treat others and respond under pressure—carry the power to influence lives.
Therefore today, let us choose to live intentionally and reflect Christ wherever we go.
As we do, our light will shine brightly, and through us, many will come to know and glorify God.

PRAYER:
Lord, please help me to live as a true reflection of You. Let my words, actions, and attitude reveal Your love to the world. Use my life as a light that draws others into Your Kingdom, in Jesus’ Name.

QUOTE:
It is only when you can see God in the light of who He truly is that you can begin to walk in the overflow of His blessings. – WORDBITE 222

Shalom!

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Ephesians 2:4–5 (KJV)
“But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us,
Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)”

BIBLE READING:
Isaiah 58–60; Psalm 119:153–176
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John Newton’s life is one of the clearest pictures of God’s amazing love and grace. As a young boy, he was introduced to God through the tender influence of his mother, who prayed earnestly that he would one day serve the Lord. But after her death, his life drifted far from that path.
Growing up under the harsh influence of his seafaring father, Newton embraced a life of rebellion. He became deeply involved in the slave trade, living in moral darkness and showing little regard for human life. His heart grew hardened, and he seemed far beyond redemption.
Then came a defining moment. On March 21, 1748, while aboard a ship caught in a violent storm, Newton faced the reality of death. In fear and desperation, he cried out to God for mercy. That cry marked the beginning of a transformation.
God answered and delivered him. Thereafter Newton abandoned his former life, surrendered to Christ, and eventually became a minister of the Gospel.
Out of deep gratitude, he wrote the hymn “Amazing Grace,” a testimony of the love that rescued him from sin and gave him a new beginning.

Ephesians 2:4–5 reveals the foundation of our salvation—God’s love expressed through grace. We were not saved because we deserved it, but because God is “rich in mercy” and full of love.
Romans 5:8 declares, “But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” This means God’s love reached us at our worst and brought us into His best.
It lifted us from shame, set us on the right path, and equiped us to live victoriously. In 2 Corinthians 12:9 God says, “My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.” This means even in times of weakness, Gods grace and love are sufficient and available. He never abandons us, He is always there, working all things together for our good.qq
The experience of God’s love and grace are not meant to stop with us. 1 John 4:11 says, “Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.” Having received grace, we must extend it and love others with Christ like compassion.
And as we share God’s love with others, our lives will continually reflect His glory, blessings and unending goodness.

PRAYER:
Lord, I thank You for Your amazing love and grace in my life. Thank You for saving me, restoring me, and lifting me beyond my limitations. Help me to walk in the fullness of Your grace and to extend that same love to others, in Jesus’ Name.

QUOTE:
Whenever God places a demand on you, He is only positioning you to receive more from Him. – WORDBITE 222

Shalom!

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1 John 4:11 “Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.”

BIBLE READING:
Isaiah 55–57; Psalm 119: 127-152
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At the height of his career, Norm Miller appeared successful—wealthy, respected, and influential. Yet beneath the surface, his life was falling apart. He was trapped in a deep addiction to alcohol, unable to function without it. Despite his success, he was heading steadily toward destruction.
After several drunk-driving arrests, his condition worsened. One morning, broken and desperate, he cried out to God, “God, help me!” In that moment, he encountered the love of God in a real and personal way. Instantly, the craving that had dominated his life lost its grip.
That encounter became the turning point of his story. As he began to seek God through His Word and surrendered his life to Christ, transformation followed. His mind was renewed, his habits changed, and his purpose became clear.
The same man who was once headed for destruction was now walking in restoration and impact. He went on to build a thriving business guided by biblical principles and later co-founded the global movement “Iam Second” which has inspired millions to follow Christ.
His life proves that God’s love rescues, restores, and lifts a man from pain to purpose.

God’s love is powerful, redeeming, and transforming. Romans 5:8 declares, “while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” This shows that God’s love reached us even in our broken state and delivered us from destruction.
Ephesians 2:4–5 further reveals that “God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love… even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ.” His love took us from death, destruction and dejection and gave us life, hope, and a new beginning.
Having received such love, we are called to reflect it. 1 John 4:11 says, “Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.” This means the love that saved us must now flow through us.
1 John 4:19 reveals a powerful truth: we love because God first loved us. Our love for God and others is a response to the love we have already received.
We express this love by serving others, giving, forgiving, and reaching out to those in need. When we become channels of God’s love, we position ourselves for Heaven’s favor, goodness and unending blessings.

PRAYER:
Lord, I thank You for loving me even when I was lost. Thank You for delivering me from destruction and bringing me into a life of purpose. Please help me in this new month of May, to reflect Your love to others through my actions, words, and service in Jesus’ Name.

QUOTE:
There is something that God has placed within you that the world is eagerly awaiting to see. – WORDBITE 222

Shalom!

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Romans 5:17 (KJV)
“much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.”

BIBLE READING:
Isaiah 52–54; Psalm 119:97–128
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Abraham Deng’s life began in crisis. At just six years old, his village in Sudan was attacked by militants. His father was killed, and he was separated from his mother and siblings. With other frightened children, Abraham fled into the wilderness. They wandered for months through forests and harsh terrain, facing hunger, fear, and constant danger.
In the midst of this hardship, a turning point came when an evangelist preached in their camp and Abraham gave his life to Christ.
Abraham eventually walked more than 1,000 miles across Africa with bare feet, surviving journeys that killed many other children who were either eaten by lions, or died of exhaustion , drowning and starvation.
Throughout his ordeal Abraham kept praying to God. A time came when the international community intervened and Abraham was selected among nearly 4,000 “Lost Boys of Sudan” who became resettled in America.
With God’s help, he studied medicine and became a doctor. .After 19 years of separation, Abraham eventually reunited with his mother and siblings who had miraculously survived and were alive in Sudan. Today Abraham uses his skill as a doctor and his resources to help people in Sudan.

No matter how difficult the story, grace will turn it into glory. A genuine connection with God can lift a man from grass to grace, and from low places to his high places.
God’s abounding grace lifts a man out of stagnation and dryness into new levels of relevance and prominence. Grace is not just favor—it is God’s enabling power at work in you, empowering you to overcome every obstacle and rise above every limitation.
Today, we have entered the month of May, the fifth month of the year—a number that represents God’s grace, goodness, and favor. Even the word “May” speaks of possibility, opportunity, and expectation. This means you are stepping into a season of divine openings and new beginnings.
This is your month to move from the back to the front, from lack to overflow. By the power in the Blood of Jesus, this month marks a positive turning point in your life.
As we grow in our obsession with Jesus, we will experience unusual and uncommon blessings. Divine grace will distinguish us, accelerate our progress, and position us for greater levels of favor, anointing, promotion, healing, and divine open doors.

PRAYER:
Lord, I thank You for bringing me into this new month of May. By Your grace, an end has come to every delay, stagnation, and redundancy in my life. Now is my season to arise, shine, and soar higher in Jesus’ Name.

QUOTE:
“The God Factor is what makes the difference in a man’s life. Truly, those that know their God are destined to do exploits in life.” – WORDBITE 201

Shalom!

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Romans 13:8 (KJV)
“Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law.”

BIBLE READING:
Isaiah 49–51; Psalm 119:65–96
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India, with a population of over 1.4 billion people, remains a nation where Christians are a small minority. In the midst of this vast population, one pastor chose to expand Christianity through a simple but powerful strategy of putting love into action.
Dr. Satish Kumar, founder of Calvary Temple, began his ministry in 2005 with just 24 people. Instead of relying on conventional methods alone, he focused on meeting practical needs. He understood that love is most powerful when it is seen, felt, and experienced.
Every Sunday, the church organizes large-scale feeding programs, providing tens of thousands of meals to people from all walks of life. Teams of volunteers rise early to prepare food, ensuring that no one who comes leaves hungry. Beyond this, the ministry established a hospital to provide affordable medical care to those who otherwise could not access it.
Through these consistent acts of compassion, hearts began to open. What started as a small gathering steadily grew into a congregation of over 300,000 people, with thousands added monthly.
Dr. Satish’s approach reveals a powerful truth: meeting people at the point of their need creates a pathway for them to encounter Christ.

We must use every possible expression of love to draw souls to God—including praying for the lost, feeding the poor, clothing the naked, caring for the sick, and preaching the Gospel to all men.
Romans 13:8 declares, “Owe no man any thing, but to love one another.” This reveals that love is not optional—it is a divine obligation placed on every believer. It is a debt we must continually pay.
Love is the fulfillment of God’s law. As Romans 13:10 states, “Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law.” When we walk in love, we align ourselves with God’s nature, because 1 John 4:8 says, “God is love.”
As children of God, His nature of love is our universal identity.
Jesus emphasized this in John 13:34–35, “A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you… By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples.” Our love is therefore the visible proof of our faith.
Loving souls and winning them to Christ is the most profitable venture any Christian can embark on. While every other investment ends on this earth, soul-winning continues to yield dividends in eternity.
Today, as we come to the end of the month of April, let us become more determined to intentionally pay the “debt” of love to everyone we come in contact with.
As we do so, we place ourselves on Heaven’s eternal payroll and enjoy divine increase on every side.

PRAYER:
Lord, I thank You for bringing me to the end of this month. Please grant me the grace to focus on the divine mission of loving souls into Your Kingdom and being a blessing wherever I go, in Jesus’ Name.

QUOTE:
The purpose of prosperity is for you to proclaim the Gospel. – WORDBITE 222

Shalom!

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