Author: Monalisa Pattanayak

16
Sep

Finding God’s Voice in Our Suffering

Job 36:15 NIV “Those who suffer He delivers in their suffering; He speaks to them in their affliction.” Suffering is an inevitable part of life, but as believers, we have the assurance that God is with us even in our darkest moments. Job 36:15 reminds us that God does not abandon us in our suffering. […]

15
Sep

Gratefulness to God

Psalm 118:21 NIV “I will give you thanks, for you answered me; You have become my salvation.” Gratitude is a powerful response to the goodness of God. In Psalm 118:21, the psalmist expresses heartfelt thanks to the Lord for answering his prayers and becoming his salvation. This verse reminds us that God hears us and […]

14
Sep

From Wilderness to Wells

Psalm 107:35-36 “He turns a wilderness into pools of water, and dry land into water springs. There He makes the hungry dwell, that they may establish a city for a dwelling place.” The imagery in Psalm 107:35-36 is a powerful reminder of God’s ability to transform even the most desolate situations. He takes the barren […]

13
Sep

Rejoicing in Trials

Matthew 5:11-12 NIV “Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven.” In our walk with Christ, facing persecution can be one of the most challenging experiences. Yet, Jesus calls us to […]

12
Sep

The Wonders of God’s Great Love

Psalm 17:7 NIV “Show me the wonders of Your great love, You who save by Your right hand those who take refuge in You from their foes.” In our journey through life, we often encounter moments of distress, fear, and uncertainty. During these times, we might wonder if there is someone greater who cares for […]

28
Jun

The Promise-Keeper

The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9 In 2 Peter 3:9, we are reminded that the Lord is not slow in keeping His promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, […]

27
Jun

The Unshakeable Foundation

“On this Rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it.” – Matthew 16:18 Imagine a mighty fortress, its towering walls standing firm against the fiercest storms. This fortress is built upon a rock, its foundation unyielding to the assaults of time and turmoil. In the same way, […]

26
Jun

The Everlasting Kingdom of Christ

His dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and His kingdom the one which shall not be destroyed. Daniel 7:14 In the bustling city of Babylon, a mighty king named Nebuchadnezzar ruled with unmatched power and splendor. His dominion seemed unshakable, his kingdom vast and enduring. Yet, even in his greatness, a […]

24
Jun

The Unchanging Faithfulness of God

If we are faithless, He remains faithful; He cannot deny Himself. 2 Timothy 2:13 In our walk of faith, we may stumble, falter, and even find ourselves in moments of doubt. Yet, amid our faithlessness, one truth remains unwavering—God’s faithfulness. 2 Timothy 2:13 reminds us, “If we are faithless, He remains faithful; He cannot deny […]