1 Cor 2 - 5.28.25

Scripture

“Who has known the mind of the Lord so as to instruct him?”. But we have the mind of Christ. (1 Cor 2:16)

Observation

We have been given the mind of Christ! What a wonderful blessing! Paul explains that only the Spirit of God understands the mind of God. We have been given the Spirit of God to dwell in us. And we have been given the mind of Christ (1 Cor 2: 11-16).

What does it mean to have the mind of Christ? Philippians 2:5 says “Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus”. The verse continues to explain what the mind of Christ was like. Jesus did not consider his equality with God something to be used for his own advantage. Instead He made himself a servant taking on human likeness. He humbled himself, and was obedient to the Father to the point of death on the cross. (Philippians 2:6-8)

Application

As we have received Christ Jesus the Lord, let us also walk in Him, exhorts the scripture. (Col 2:6). We have received the mind of Christ. Let us be humble as Jesus, and be obedient as He was. Let us make eternity our priority. Let us set our minds on things above and not on things of the earth (Col 3:2). Let us live in accordance with the Spirit and have our minds set on what the Spirit desires. The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace (Romans 8:5-6). 

Prayer

Father, I want to thank you for giving me the mind of Christ. Thank you because I do not have to live in fear because you have given me a sound mind - you have given me a spirit of love and power and sound mind (2 Tim 1:7). I pray that I will not conform to the pattern of this world, but will be transformed by the renewing of my mind by reading your word everyday, so that I can know what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God (Romans 12:2). Help me to be humble and obedient. I pray that you will strengthen me in the inner man, that Christ may dwell in my heart by faith, and I, being rooted and grounded in You, will be able to comprehend your love for me (Eph 3:17).  Make my life a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to you (Rom 12:1). In Jesus’s Name. Amen.

- Asha Chacko George

1 Corinthians 1 - 5.27.25

SCRIPTURE:  1 Corinthians 1:10  "I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another in what you say and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly united in mind and thought."

OBSERVATION:  Paul wrote this straight forward letter to the Corinthian Church.  He addressed a variety of problems, pressures and struggles that were going on in the life-style of the Corinthian Church.  Personality cults that were centering around Paul, Apollos, and Peter led to divisions, and false pride among the Corinthians.       

Paul reminded them of the gospel message, and urged them to stay faithful to God, and to grow in their faith.   Some of the brethren had sent Paul a list of questions and concerns, and he answered each one by backing them up with Biblical truths and values.  Paul's letter reminded them that they were all on the same team as followers of Christ, and that they were to be of the same mind and in the same judgement as Jesus was their leader.

APPLICATION:  Paul's message to the Church in Corinth is the same message for the Church today:  We are to be reconciled to God through Jesus, and we are to be encouraged in heart, and united in love as we all strive to keep the Lord Jesus at the center of our lives. We are to read and apply the Word of God, and allow the Holy Spirit to use us to accomplish God's purposes.

PRAYER: With all the evil, corruption, and sin around us, I pray the body of Christ will abide in Jesus and walk closely to Him.  I thank Him for for being the Head of the Church, and for giving us His wisdom to be able to handle the problems in and out of the Church by allowing His Word to direct us.  Whether it's jealousy, sexual immorality, or divisiveness, Paul taught us to use the Scriptures to address each and every problem.  And, we are always to correct with gentleness and love.  The unbelievers will know that we are Christians by our love.  As we walk in God's power, wisdom and strength, I pray we will work towards being united in our mind's and thoughts as we keep God first and at the center of our heart's, and pray that He will help us to boldly share the Good News of Jesus Christ.

- Robin Orefice

Psalm 115 - 5.26.25

Scripture

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭115‬:‭1‬ ‭NIV‬‬

“Not to us, Lord, not to us but to your name be the glory, because of your love and faithfulness.”

Observation

This psalm is a call for all of God’s people to give God all the glory, honor, and praise that He deserves. This psalm reminds us to not put our trust in false idols that are merely man-made. Rather, it urges us to trust in The One True Living God, Who is our ultimate source of help and protection.

Application

In God We Trust.

I know we’ve all heard or seen this phrase before. After all, it’s written on our all of our currency. But, can we actually say that we live it out? 🤔

This psalm reminds us that we serve the One True Living God; the Creator of the universe; the One Who parts the seas and moves the mountains; the One Who heals the sick and raises the dead; the One whose love for us is so great that He came out of the comforts of Heaven. He humbly came to this earth. He showed us how to live godly lives and although He was sinless in every way, He willingly laid His life down on that cross and died a sinner’s death, to pay for our sins. Jesus was God in the flesh and His resurrection proves that. While others put their hope and faith in things that wither and fade away, we as Christians should stand strong in our faith knowing that we serve a God Who can do the impossible. We serve a God Who conquered death and everything in this world. But most importantly, we serve a God Who lives! So where or who is our trust going to today? I know Who I am trusting in…Jesus Christ! Let’s give Him all the glory and honor and praise. 🙌🏽

“Some nations boast of their chariots and horses, but we boast in the name of the Lord our God.” -Psalms‬ ‭20‬:‭7‬

“It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in people.”-Psalms‬ ‭118‬:‭8‬ ‭

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“Those who know your name trust in you, for you, O Lord, do not abandon those who search for you.” -Psalms‬ ‭9‬:‭10‬ ‭

““But blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence. They are like trees planted along a riverbank, with roots that reach deep into the water. Such trees are not bothered by the heat or worried by long months of drought. Their leaves stay green, and they never stop producing fruit.” -Jeremiah‬ ‭17‬:‭7‬-‭8‬ ‭

Prayer

Father God, I praise the name of Jesus today. Thank You for all that you have done and all that You continue to do in my life. You are so faithful! Please forgive me for the times I may turn to other things in life when troubles come my way. May I always remember to run to You first. May You always get all the praise and glory so that others will know of Your love and faithfulness. I pray these things in the mighty name of Jesus, Amen. 🙏🏽

-Moses Gaddi