Closer To Heaven
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Comments of the Week April 6-12 “It definitely doesn’t inspire trust in our church leaders when things are done behind closed doors and employees are threatened not to spill the beans.” –Steve Tatum on Is Independent Journalism in Jeopardy Comments on I Don’t Wanna Be a Goat-Nope; You Are Not a “Backslider.” You’re a Human […] Source: https://atoday.org/comments-of-the-week-apr6-12/
Our God shows boldness in mission (we didn't just make that up…) God the Father, Jesus His Son, and the Holy Spirit all live out the mission of salvation in boldness. Will you join the mission boldly? Comment "BOLD" below. Source: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/FggkOVWBTR0
Hay conversaciones dentro de la iglesia que requieren un tono especial. No porque sean peligrosas, sino porque tocan algo muy profundo: la identidad. Muchos adventistas aman profundamente su iglesia. No solo la respetan; la sienten parte de su historia espiritual, de su familia y de su vocación. Crecieron aprendiendo a valorar la misión, a cuidar […] Source: https://atoday.org/cuando-la-fe-se-vuelve-rutina-una-invitacion-a-despertar-espiritualmente-redescubriendo-el-centro/
Daily Lesson for Monday 13th of April 2026
Two men go to church to pray. One is a respected elder who stands at the front before church begins, in front of the congregation so they can see him. He prays aloud, thanking God for his own perceived goodness. The other man, a fringe dweller of society, stands at the very back of the church. His eyes are blurry with tears because of the weight on his shoulders from his sins. In the back corner of the church, he falls to his knees, whispering in desperation, “Please, Lord, be merciful to me, a sinner!”
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It’s very easy for us to exalt ourselves. Sometimes it becomes second nature to let others know of our accomplishments and how good we are. But these things, in and of themselves, make no difference to our reputation in heaven’s eyes. In fact, it’s actually contrary to what we might think, because “ ‘everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted’ ” (Luke 18:14, NKJV). Jesus also counsels us to take the lowest seat and let the host elevate you if he or she so wishes (Luke 14:8-10). This upside-down kingdom that Jesus teaches is the opposite of what we expect. “It is only he who knows himself to be a sinner that Christ can save.”—Ellen G. White, Christ’s Object Lessons, p. 158.
In first realizing our true state of sinfulness and our desperate need of Christ, we can come to Him knowing with confidence that if “we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” (1 John 1:9, NKJV).
The closer we draw to Christ, the more we realize our sinfulness and unworthiness. “In one way only can a true knowledge of self be obtained. We must behold Christ. It is ignorance of Him that makes men so uplifted in their own righteousness.”—Christ’s Object Lessons, p. 159.
So, what does God think of the proud? 1 Peter 5:5 tells us that “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” It couldn’t be clearer.
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When did you last experience God’s grace in your life? (Indeed, we should experience this grace daily.) We should also show grace to others. Spend some time in prayer right now, asking God to humble you under His mighty hand, that He alone may exalt you in due time. |
Bible verse of the day: "But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions — it is by grace you have been saved." – Ephesians 2:4-5 (NIV) Welcome to our Daily Prayer Meeting! This is a safe space where you are seen, heard, and prayed for. Start your day in God's presence—every day at 8AM ET, we share a short devotional from God's Word and lift your prayer requests to Him. You're not alone! Our prayer team is here to intercede with you and for you. Whether you need prayer, celebrate a breakthrough, or start your day with Jesus, you're in the right place. Share your prayer requests or testimonies of praise here: https://wkf.ms/3DBuapQ Engage with us in the comments:
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