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Strengthened by God’s Promises 👔 Devotional for Fathers  (Breadwinners & Leaders at Home) Verse: “He has given us His very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature.” -  2 Peter 1:4 Reflection: As a father, pressure can feel overwhelming—financial responsibilities, emotional weight, decision-making. God reminds you today that His promises are not merely comforting words; they are strength-giving truths. When you feel limited, His promises expand your capacity. When you are discouraged, His promises lift you up. Reflection Question: Which promise of God do I need to hold on to more tightly today? Takeaways / Things to Do: Declare one promise of God out loud this morning. Remind your family of one promise during dinner. Post a verse somewhere visible in your workplace or home. Prayer: Lord, thank You for Your precious promises. Strengthen me to live by Your truth and lead my family with confidence in Your ...

  Today, we visited one of our dear church members whose husband has recently passed away. It was a moment of quiet sorrow, but also of deep faith and unity. As we entered their home, we could feel the heaviness of loss—but also the presence of God’s peace that surpasses all understanding. Together, as one family in Christ, we prayed not only for the soul of the departed but for the comfort and strength of the living. Tears were shed, yet in those tears was love—love that binds us as a church, as a community, and as followers of Christ. Many from our congregation came to offer their support, to be present, to share a word of encouragement, or even just to sit in silence. It was a beautiful reminder that when one part of the body suffers, all the others share in that pain (1 Corinthians 12:26). In moments like these, we are reminded that the church is not just a building—it’s a family that carries one another through seasons of sorrow and hope. Let us continue to lift this family i...