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  Photo by Sebastian Knoll on Unsplash  There lived a man named Samuel. Samuel was a kind-hearted and humble individual. He spent his days volunteering at the local shelter, assisting those in need, and spreading love and compassion wherever he went. One day, as Samuel was going about his usual routine, helping his neighbors and tending to his business when he noticed an unusual commotion in the town square. People were gathered, whispering amongst themselves with grave expressions on their faces. Curiosity piqued, Samuel made his way towards the crowd, eager to understand what was happening. As he approached, he overheard snippets of conversation mentioning the "rapture." Intrigued, Samuel inquired further, only to discover that according to the beliefs of some, the rapture was an event where the righteous would be taken up to heaven, leaving the rest of humanity behind to face a time of great tribulation. As the discussion unfolded, Samuel realized that some people were act...

  Jared Erondu In a bustling city, there lived a man named Thomas who was burdened with worries and anxieties. One day, a friend suggested that he take a break from the chaos of city life and visit a nearby waterfall known for its tranquil beauty. Reluctantly, Thomas embarked on the journey, unsure of what to expect. As he approached the waterfall, he was mesmerized by the sight of the water cascading down the rocks, creating a symphony of sound. The mist from the waterfall gently kissed his face, and a sense of calm enveloped his troubled heart. Thomas found a quiet spot by the waterfall and sat in silence, allowing the soothing sound of rushing water to wash away his worries. In that moment, he felt a profound connection with God. The sight and sound of the waterfall became a metaphor for God's grace and healing power, washing away the burdens of his soul. From that day forward, Thomas made it a habit to visit the waterfall regularly. Each time, he would pray, meditate, and find ...

  Kristaps Ungurs In a small village nestled amidst rolling hills, there stood a mighty oak tree. Its branches reached towards the heavens, providing shade and shelter to all who sought refuge beneath its majestic canopy. The villagers, mostly farmers, revered the oak tree as a symbol of strength and resilience. One day, a young girl named Emily was passing by the oak tree. Intrigued by its towering presence, she decided to sit under its branches and observe the world around her. As she sat there in silence, a gentle breeze rustled through the leaves, and the melodious chirping of birds filled the air. Emily felt a sense of peace and tranquility wash over her. In that moment, Emily began to reflect on the goodness of God. She realized that just as the oak tree provided shelter and sustenance to those in need, God too was a source of strength and support in her life. The grandeur of the oak tree reminded her of God's power and the beauty of His creation. Inspired by this encounter, ...

  In the busy and often overwhelming pace of modern life, it can be easy to overlook the countless blessings that God bestows upon us each and every day. From the air we breathe to when we overcome bad situations to the loved ones who fill our lives. Yet the gifts of our Heavenly Father are abundant, and often underappreciated.  However, cultivating a spirit of gratitude is not only pleasing to God, but it also has the power to transform our perspective and enrich our lives in profound ways. By intentionally recognizing and embracing the daily blessings that surround us, we can find greater joy, peace, and contentment, even amidst life's challenges. Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning. - James 1:17 KJV Recognizing God's Blessings The first step in cultivating gratitude is to train our eyes and hearts to see the blessings of God all around us—it's like seeing ...

  There was a song I learnt as a kid, which was—read your Bible pray every day—the song affirms the notion that if you don't read the Bible you won't grow but shrink and when you do read, you will grow. The song is one of the ones my mind ponder on most times and I find myself singing it to the younger generation. They might not understand the real meaning but at least they’ll get the deal when they get to. And when they get to, it will be for their spirit, whatever you are and will be begins from the spirit. There is spiritual growth and spiritual shrinkness. Spiritual Shrinkness. Spiritual shrinkness can be likened to a weakened soul battered and scarred, sucked out of energy and left to die. The thing is , the shrinkness doesn't just start, it's like when a poison is taken in the smallest fraction but biomagnifies when smaller portion are accumulated everyday to the extent that it becomes lethal and yes—you know the end. Spiritual shrinkness occurs due to our inadeq...

  Arthur Poulin  Meeting new people can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it can also be daunting for some individuals. In one way or another the people we meet have a role they play in our lives and that, is a fact. Although, research suggests that engaging in social interaction with new people can have numerous benefits for one's mental and emotional well-being. However, we ought to be wise about it too. While we build relationship as God allows us to be fruitful and multiply, we ought to implore wisdom in all our dealings. What Does Meeting New People Do For You? Expands Social Network  While meeting new people can expand one's social network, which can lead to new opportunities and connections. We also need to work on maintaining this relationship, in terms of expressing good ethics and behavioral etiquettes as well as effective communication since that's what literally glues all kind of relationships.  A personal relationship with God is paramount in ...