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The Story of Cain and Abel Bible Study Post Scripture Reading: Genesis 4:1–16 Theme: Guard Your Heart — When Pride, Jealousy, and Anger Knock at the Door 🌿 Introduction The story of Cain and Abel is one of the first lessons in the Bible about the danger of letting wrong emotions and attitudes rule the heart. It shows how pride, jealousy, and anger — when left unchecked — can lead even the firstborn of mankind to commit the first murder. Cain and Abel were sons of Adam and Eve. Cain worked the soil, and Abel tended flocks. Both brought offerings to the Lord, yet God accepted Abel’s and not Cain’s. What happened next reveals the spiritual battle within the human heart. 🕊️ The Offerings “Now Abel kept flocks, and Cain worked the soil. In the course of time Cain brought some of the fruits of the soil as an offering to the LORD. And Abel also brought an offering—fat portions from some of the firstborn of his flock. The LORD looked with favor on Abel and his offering, but on ...

Favor in the Eyes of the Lord A Bible Study Post Scripture: “But Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord.” — Genesis 6:8 (NIV) --- 🌿 Study Insight In the time of Noah, the world was filled with violence, immorality, and rebellion against God. Humanity had turned away from its Creator — but amid the darkness, Noah shined with righteousness. He wasn’t perfect, but he was faithful. While the world ignored God, Noah walked with Him. Genesis 6:8 reminds us that God’s favor is not random or accidental. It rests upon those whose hearts are turned toward Him. Noah’s life teaches us that when we walk in obedience and faith, God’s grace covers and sustains us — even when the rest of the world turns away. --- 📘 Things We Should Know About Noah 1. He lived in a corrupt generation – (Genesis 6:5-7) The world was filled with wickedness, but Noah stood apart. 2. He was righteous and blameless – (Genesis 6:9) He lived with integrity before God. 3. He walked with God – His relationship with the Lord...

The Blessed Hope — Understanding the Rapture "For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord." — 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17 (ESV) 📖 Introduction to the Rapture The Rapture is one of the greatest promises given to believers. It is the moment when Jesus Christ will return to take His church out of this world to be with Him forever. Unlike His Second Coming, when He will return to reign and judge, the Rapture is a meeting in the air between Christ and His church. It is the blessed hope that encourages us to live in holiness and faithfulness, reminding us that this world is not our final home. Paul wrote in 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17 that the Lord Himself will descend with a shout, the voice of the archangel...

🌟 God’s Unfailing Love 🌟 📖 “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” — Lamentations 3:22-23 --- 💡 Reflection: These verses remind us that even in the midst of sorrow, pain, or trials, God’s love remains constant. His mercy doesn’t run out; it is renewed every single day. Unlike human love that may falter or fade, God’s compassion is steadfast and inexhaustible. 💬 Key Points: 1. We are not consumed — Our struggles don’t destroy us because God sustains us with His grace. 2. His compassions never fail — God’s mercy doesn’t expire; it’s always available. 3. New every morning — Each day is a fresh start with God, no matter what happened yesterday. 4. Great is Your faithfulness — God can always be trusted to remain faithful to His promises. 🙌 Application: Start your mornings with gratitude, acknowledging God’s mercy for a new day. When you feel overwhelmed, remind yourself that His unf...

 🌿 Philippians 4:4–9 🌿 📖 “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.” ✨ Reflection: Paul reminds us to rejoice—not just sometimes, but always . Joy in Christ is not dependent on circumstances, but on God’s unchanging love and presence. 🕊️ Rejoice Always – Even in trials, our joy is rooted in Christ, not in our situations. ...