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A Heart After God 🌱 Devotional for Youth Verse: “After removing Saul, He made David their king. God testified concerning him: ‘I have found David son of Jesse, a man after My own heart.’”  -  Acts 13:22 Devotional Thought: David wasn’t perfect, but he pursued God passionately. What made him different was his heart—humble, repentant, and full of love for the Lord. God looks not at outward appearances but at what’s inside. Be real with Him; let your heart chase after His will every day. Reflection Questions: What does it mean to have a heart after God? How can you grow closer to Him this week? Takeaways: ➡️ God values a sincere heart over flawless performance. ➡️ A heart after God seeks forgiveness quickly and loves deeply. Prayer: Lord, give me a heart that beats for You. Help me desire what You desire and walk closely with You each day. Amen. Hashtags: #Acts13v22, #HeartAfterGod, #FaithJourney, #SeekHisWill, #YouthDevotional,

The Power and Purpose of Fasting 📖 What is Fasting? Fasting is the voluntary abstinence from food (and sometimes drink) for a spiritual purpose. In the Bible, fasting is often linked with prayer, repentance, and seeking God’s guidance. It is not merely skipping meals — it’s setting aside physical nourishment to focus on spiritual nourishment. “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.” — Matthew 4:4 💊 Medicinal & Physical Benefits of Fasting While fasting is primarily spiritual, modern science recognizes its physical benefits, including: Improved metabolism and digestion -  It also promotes metabolic switching —where the body burns stored fat for fuel (producing ketones) instead of using glucose from food. Cellular repair (autophagy) -  Fasting is believed to initiate a cellular "house-cleaning" process called autophagy (Greek for "self-eating"), where cells remove damaged and waste materials. This i...

The Lamp That Never Fades 🌷Women’s Devotional Scripture: “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” -  Psalm 119:105 (NIV) Reflection: God’s Word is not a spotlight that shows the whole journey — it’s a lamp that guides one step at a time. When uncertainty clouds your path, Scripture gives light for your next move. The more you walk with His Word, the clearer your direction becomes. Let His truth be your compass, and His promises your map. Reflection Questions: How often do I rely on God’s Word to guide my decisions? When was the last time a verse brought me comfort or clarity? Takeaways / Things to Do: Read one Psalm today and write down what God speaks to you through it. Place a verse somewhere visible to remind you that His Word guides your path. Prayer: Lord, thank You for lighting my way through Your Word. Help me to walk in obedience and trust that each step You lead is good. Amen. Hashtags: #Psalm119v105, #LightOnMyPath, #GodsWordGuides...