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Monthly Devotion: Focus In Jesus - May 2025

PASSAGE
Hebrews 12:2
Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

REFLECTION
Hi everyone! I’m Kuya Mack. I’m currently beginning a new ministry work in Sta. Monica, Oton, Iloilo. I’m happily married and a proud father to our four-year-old daughter, Gianna. Life isn’t always easy—ministry can be challenging, and personal struggles come and go. But through it all, I choose to keep serving Jesus Christ. What keeps me going? My inspiration is found in Hebrews 12:2.

This verse reminds me that Jesus endured unimaginable suffering for us, and now, He sits in victory. That truth gives me strength and hope. Amid life’s noise and pressures, I find peace in God’s presence. Like Paul, I’m learning to trust God fully, no matter the circumstance. I simply keep fixing my eyes on Jesus.

Jesus is the Pioneer.
He started the journey of faith and invites us to follow Him.
He didn’t just show us the way—He walked it Himself. Jesus made it possible for us to have a real relationship with God. He knows what it’s like to struggle. He faced temptation, pain, and loss. Because He experienced these things, He understands what we go through. When life is hard, we can take comfort in knowing Jesus has already faced it all. He leads us, walks with us, and helps us through every challenge. We’re not alone—Jesus has gone before us and walks beside us.

Jesus is the Perfecter.
The Finisher.
As the Perfecter of our faith, Jesus not only sets the course we follow, but He also completes it. He endured the cross, bore our sin, and conquered death—all to save you and me. In Him, our faith finds its source, its strength, and its fulfillment.

When I wrestle with doubt, I hear Paul’s words echo in my heart: “Fix your eyes on Jesus.” (Hebrews 12:2) It’s like playing a basketball game—I might start with the ball in my hands, but I need to pass it to Him, trusting His direction, His timing, and His strategy. I must surrender not just the outcome, but the process. Letting Him refine me, stretch me, and grow me along the way is part of the journey. Because faith isn’t just about believing once—it’s about continuing to believe, even through the refining fire. And Jesus, the Finisher, never loses.

“For the Joy Set Before Him” — The Game-Changer
This verse reveals why Jesus endured the cross. He looked ahead to the joy of saving us and restoring our relationship with God. That joy gave Him the strength to face pain and shame.
Jesus teaches us that when we focus on a greater purpose, we can endure the hardships of life. When things get tough, scary, or confusing, we can look to Jesus for hope. Our struggles aren’t wasted—they help shape us to become more like Him.

PRAYER:
Dear Lord, help us to fix our eyes on Jesus, especially in difficult times. May we draw strength from His example and trust in His perfecting work in our lives. Remind us that every trial we face is an opportunity to grow closer to You. Thank you for the joy of salvation and the promise of Your presence. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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  • Bebe
  • April 30, 2025
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Monthly Devotion: His Grace Abounds - April 2025

PASSAGE: 2 Corinthians 12:10
"That is why, for Christ's sake, I delight in weakness, in insults, in hardships, in persecution, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong."

REFLECTION:
As someone who has been through a lot, I remember one particular storm that humbled me and reminded me of God's grace in my life. It was during the time my parents separated and my father passed away. It was one of the darkest valleys I went through.

My family was broken. Our finances were unstable. I was depressed. I wanted to end my life. I rebelled. I turned to alcohol. I neglected my studies. I partied a lot and indulged in worldly pleasures.

As I look back, I can’t help but ask myself how I managed to survive all that. Now that I’m older, things are starting to make sense. God gave me hope and strength. My pain has a purpose, my story can be someone else's source of hope, and even in my weakest moment, God gives me the strength to keep on.

God allowed me to experience those things because today, as I serve in ministry, I am working with kids who are going through the same situation and struggles I did. I thank God for the privilege to share with them how God rescued me, how God gives me hope, how God helped me survive, and how God changed my life because of His grace.

2 Corinthians 12:10 is a reminder that whatever season you may be in right now, do not give up. Just keep on going, because God is with us. Our weakness creates space for God's power. Life doesn't always make sense, but God's grace always finds a way. I didn't just survive, I witnessed God's grace in action.

PRAYER:
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your sufficient grace, love, and faithfulness. Teach me, Lord, to remain steadfast in any circumstance I face. Remind me of Your grace. I pray that my life will be a testimony of Your goodness and mercy. In Jesus' Name I pray. Amen!

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  • JP
  • March 31, 2025
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Monthly Devotion: Beauty and Purpose in Brokenness - March 2025

PASSAGE: John 9:2-3 (NIV)
"His disciples asked him, ‘Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?’ ‘Neither this man nor his parents sinned,’ said Jesus, ‘but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him.’"

REFLECTION:
Some of the world’s most accomplished people overcame what others called “imperfections.” Beethoven composed masterpieces even after losing his hearing, and Helen Keller inspired millions despite being blind and deaf. Society often teaches us to see challenges as flaws or failures. At times, we feel like our struggles or perceived imperfections make us unworthy, but Jesus sees them differently. And what if those challenges are actually a setup for something greater?

Think of a cracked clay pot used to carry water. The cracks might seem like flaws, but as the pot is carried, water seeps through and nourishes the ground along the way. What appears broken can actually bring life and growth to others. In the same way, our struggles are not meant to define us but to show God’s glory as He works through them.


Instead of asking, “Why me?” we can shift our perspective and ask, “How can God use this for His purpose?” Our weaknesses, our challenges—these might be the exact things someone else needs to hear to find hope and inspiration.

In Japanese culture, there is a concept called ikigai, which speaks of finding purpose and fulfillment in life. Like the ancient art of kintsugi, where broken pottery is repaired with gold, God restores our brokenness in ways that make us even more beautiful than before. He doesn’t just mend our cracks; He refines us, giving us a deeper sense of purpose. What once felt like a weakness becomes part of the unique story He is writing in our lives.

Let us find strength in God, leaning into prayer and Scripture to remind ourselves of our worth in His eyes, no matter our circumstances. Our perceived imperfections are not barriers but bridges for God’s glory. He can take what feels like emptiness and fill it with love and purpose.

PRAYER:
Lord, thank You for reminding us that our struggles and imperfections are not punishments but opportunities for Your work to shine through us. Help us to trust Your plan, knowing that You can turn what seems broken into something beautiful. Like kintsugi, may Your grace and love be the gold that restores us, making us even more whole and purposeful. Fill us with confidence in Your purpose and remind us daily that we are fearfully and wonderfully made. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Monthly Devotion: The Grace That Carries Me Through - February 2025

Passage:
1 Corinthians 15:10
“But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me was not in vain. On the contrary, I worked harder than any of them, though it was not I, but the grace of God that is with me.”

Devotion:
As I reflect on the things that have gone through in my life—the victories and failures, the seemingly impossible that happened—I realized that it was not my strength but the grace of God that carried me through. This quote perfectly describes where I am now: “I still have a long way to go but I'm already so far from where I used to be.”

This also led me to God's Word in 1 Corinthians 15:10, “But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me was not in vain. On the contrary, I worked harder than any of them, though it was not I, but the grace of God that is with me.”

I cannot take credit for any of these things because I know how weak I can be. There are moments when I am filled with doubt. Oftentimes I limit myself and what God can do through me, and I would just end up crying—feeling so down and hopeless. But despite all these emotional struggles, Jesus always rescues me. Jesus always saves me and He always saves the day.

Life may take us to many different directions, but it’s the grace of God that will keep us going and on track. In all of life’s challenges, let's have full confidence in God's grace. May we always find grace and discover what the Lord has in store for us. Whenever things get tough, let's be gentle on ourselves because He is gentle toward us. It is by His grace that He will carry us through.

Prayer:
Lord, thank You for being the Father who cares for us and loves us so much that You only want what is best for us. Lord, thank You for showering us with the grace that keeps us on going. May we always seek You—nothing else—for strength and protection. Cover us from the worries of the day. As we face life’s challenges, we pray that You will keep us grounded in Your presence. Help us find patience and rest as we trust in Your loving care. In Jesus' name we pray and give thanks, amen.

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