Author: Anna

  • Amos 5:14

    “Seek good and not evil, that you may live; so the Lord God of hosts will be with you, as you have spoken.” – Amos 5:14

    Are you tired of the darkness around you? You don’t know how to get out from that darkness? It feels like there’s no way out.

    I am not ashamed of my dark background. My dad was in the cartel. He was selling drugs. I saw how dark our life became because of it. While people around me said it was cool. Because we had money and connections to a darker world.

    But what they didn’t see what I saw. They didn’t see my own father being badly beaten by the police. They didn’t see him living in fear, always hiding, afraid of being caught. They didn’t see how that life left his family in constant uncertainty and darkness.

    There was no peace in that kind of life. Eating, sleeping, even using the bathroom. At any moment, the police could be banging at our door.

    I used to envy families who lived righteously. Parents who chose to live right, They didn’t have much, But they had peace. A quiet life. A life that was safe. That’s the kind of life I wanted.

    My dad chose the path he did because he didn’t know the Lord.
    He didn’t seek good. He didn’t know there was a way out of that dark, unpeaceful life. But today, he is so grateful and blessed knowing that we, his children, are living differently from him.

    That we chose a different path. That we seek good, not evil. That’s where my heart was seeking. And it was there that I and my entire family were found by Jesus.

    Jesus gave us hope. He made us realize that there is a way out. That peaceful life is not far. We can start a brand-new life again.

    If you’re in the same situation, I’m telling you right now: There is a way out. There is an end to that darkness. You have the power to make a different choice, to leave that life behind.

    But you have to take the first step. To seek good means to seek change- a different life. You need to be “willingly” stepping out of that darkness. You are desperate to seek good and Jesus will meet you there. He’s waiting to lead you out of the darkness. And His ready to start a brand new life with you.

  • Amos 3:7

    “Surely the Lord God does nothing, unless He reveals His secret to His servants the prophets.” – Amos 3:7

    What would happen to humanity if God decided to stay silent?

    If God won’t make His intentions known. If He gives no warnings. No correction. If His prophets don’t speak, and His Word is no longer known.

    What a wretched world and life we would have.

    If God goes silent? If God removes His presence from us?

    There is no light, only complete darkness.

    No direction, only confusion and wandering.

    No righteousness, only a world filled with wickedness.

    The silence of God would mean the absence of hope. We would be completely doomed.

    Think about it,

    There would have been no Noah, faithfully building an ark to rescue his family and carry on life after the flood.

    No Moses, standing courageously before Pharaoh to lead Israel out of slavery and into freedom.

    No prophets calling God’s people to repentance.

    No voice crying out in the wilderness to prepare the way of the Lord.

    No apostles boldly declaring the Good News of salvation.

    No revelation from the LORD Jesus about the end times to help us stand firm and not be deceived.

    Praise God, that God is not silent but reveals to us His secrets!

    Praise God, that He loves His people enough to speak.

    Praise God, that God remains faithful, for He cannot deny Himself.

    Praise God, that He gives His Word to warn, correct, and instruct us, so we will not be destroyed.

    Praise God, that He warns, gives us a chance to turn from our sin.

    Praise God, that He reveals His intentions so we will not be lost but live with purpose.

    Praise God, that He came down and put on flesh to died for us, and calls us to His Kingdom.

    Praise God, that He sends His Spirit to guide us, comfort us, and empower us to live holy lives.

    Praise God, for God is good and His mercy endureth forever.

  • Amos 3:3

    ‘Can two walk together, unless they are agreed?’  – Amos 3:3

    Have you ever made plans with someone but didn’t actually agree on what you were doing? Maybe you thought you were going out to relax, but the other person had a whole agenda.

    What usually happens? Tension. Confusion. Maybe even arguments lead to separation.

    This isn’t just about couples or friends. It’s about any relationship where two people try to move forward together. Without agreement, you’re going different directions, and eventually, you’ll walk apart.

    Now apply that to your relationship with God.

    Many want to walk with Jesus, But they don’t want to agree with Jesus.

    They want His blessings, but not His ways.

    They want His promises, but not His process.

    But it doesn’t work like that. To walk with Jesus, you have to walk in agreement with Him. That’s why He said, “Repent and believe in Me.”

    Repentance is a change of mind,— a change of direction. It means you stop going your own way And start agreeing with His.

    Jesus didn’t just die to atone your sins. So you could be forgiven and live your own life. He died so you can walk with Him all the way to the Kingdom of God.

    And let’s not forget: Every kingdom has laws.

    In the Kingdom of God, there is no entry for what’s unclean, impure, or unrighteous.

    That’s why repentance matters. That’s why agreement matters.

    Because walking with God is not just about belief, It’s about following Him.

    So today, ask yourself: Am I truly walking with God? Or am I just asking Him to walk with me?

    Let’s agree with Jesus. Let’s walk with Him. And enter the Kingdom together.

  • John 6:15

    “Therefore when Jesus perceived that they were about to come and take Him by force to make Him king, He departed again to the mountain by Himself alone.” – John 6:15

    Why would Jesus, our Messiah, the King of kings, walk away from a crowd that wanted to make Him king?

    Isn’t that what God wants? For Jesus to reign as King over His people?

    This is where we learn something powerful:

    God moves His purpose according to His appointed time.

    Jesus didn’t come to start a rebellion. He came to redeem.

    He didn’t come to overthrow earthly governments, but to overthrow sin and death.

    He didn’t come to sit on an earthly throne, but to bring us into the Kingdom of Heaven through repentance and faith in Him.

    He didn’t come to bring peace as the world defines it. He came to bring a sword, to divide truth from lies, to call people to repentance, and to invite them into a new covenant.

    A covenant that transforms hearts by the power of the Holy Spirit.

    That’s why Jesus walked away. Not because He wasn’t King,

    But because it wasn’t the time and it wasn’t the way.

    This moment teaches us something deep:

    Like Jesus, we must stay focused on our purpose. Even when people push us toward something that seems good but isn’t from God.

    We don’t need the world’s validation to walk in our God-given identity.

    We don’t need titles, platforms, or crowns to be who God has called us to be.

    Sometimes, obedience looks like walking away from opportunities that don’t align with His will.

    Sometimes, fulfilling your purpose means choosing pain over popularity, loneliness over applause, and sacrifice over comfort.

    But when we follow God’s purpose in His timing, the reward is eternal and far greater than anything this world could offer.

  • Genesis 16:9

    “The Angel of the Lord said to her, ‘Return to your mistress, and submit yourself under her hand.’” – Genesis 16:9

    Hagar, a female Egyptian servant. Dragged into a situation she never asked for. Caught in the middle of Sarai’s desperation to produce an heir.

    Hagar became the result of Sarai’s covetousness using another woman’s body to get what she wanted.

    Everyone saw Hagar as property, not a person. Not a woman with a mind, a heart, and a will.

    Hagar is a woman in the Bible who represents so many women today, those who’ve been exploited and abused against their will.

    This is where we see clearly: abuse doesn’t come from God.

    It’s an action made by human hands, born from greed and wickedness.

    Yet something strange happens. An instruction is given to this woman who had been exploited and abused: to return and to submit, to her abuser.

    What’s even more strange is Hagar’s response. She doesn’t ask, “Why, God? Why do You want me to return to the person who caused me suffering and pain?”

    Instead, she responds with awe: Someone called me by name.

    Someone saw me.

    Called me by name.

    Looked for me.

    Heard me.

    Recognized my pain. And gave me a promise, that I can still have a beautiful future.

    And for Hagar, that was enough.

    That moment with God gave Hagar the strength to return.

    Because now, she wasn’t alone. God gave her the same promise He gave Abraham. And Ishmael, whose name means “God hears“. A child born from the exploitation of her body, became a living reminder that God rescued her and that He would use her suffering to bring forth something beautiful.

    If you’ve ever been abused or exploited. If something was done to you against your will then you know the kind of exhaustion I’m talking about.

    It’s not just physical.

    It’s the kind of tiredness that sinks into your bones, the kind that steals your voice, your fight, your breath.

    You’re too drained to even think about revenge.

    You’re just trying to keep breathing.

    But deep down, what we really long for is someone to notice. Someone to say, “I see you.” Because for so long, no one did.

    We want someone who won’t turn away from the mess. We long for someone to stand with us. To make us feel we are not alone anymore, that we are seen and notice.

    Someone to be the shoulder we can cry on when we don’t even have the words to explain the pain

    Because sometimes, we don’t need solutions. We just need presence that assures us just like what God did for Hagar. No one else saw her pain, but God did. And when no one else believed she had a future, God gave her one.

  • Leviticus 17:14

    “For it is the life of all flesh. Its blood sustains its life. Therefore I said to the children of Israel, ‘You shall not eat the blood of any flesh, for the life of all flesh is its blood. Whoever eats it shall be cut off.’”  – Leviticus 17:14

    I grew up in a culture where eating dishes mixed with animal blood was normal. But when I gave my life to Jesus, a woman who discipled me showed me this verse and also pointed to Acts 15:20, where the apostles commanded believers to abstain from blood.

    This wasn’t a command only for Israel. It goes back to Noah, when God said, “You shall not eat flesh with its life, that is, its blood.” (Genesis 9:4)

    When the Bible repeats a command multiple times, we cannot ignore it. Yet today, this is rarely preached from the pulpit. But it’s one of the non-negotiable instructions God gave His people.

    Why?

    Because “the life of the flesh is in the blood.” (Leviticus 17:11) Blood represents life.

    The first mention of blood in the Bible was when Cain shed his brother Abel’s blood. The shedding of blood means the loss of life or death. “Without shedding of blood there is no remission [of sin].” (Hebrews 9:22)

    And the wages of sin is death.

    Blood was never meant for consumption, It was meant to make atonement. “It is the blood that makes atonement for the soul.” (Leviticus 17:11)

    At Passover, Israel placed the lamb’s blood on their doorposts not on the ground because the blood is not to be trampled on. And because of that blood, the angel of death passed over them.

    In the same way, Jesus, our Passover Lamb, shed His blood for us. His blood cleanses, washes, and sanctifies us.

    “We have been justified by His blood and saved from wrath.” (Romans 5:9)

    “We have been brought near by the blood of Christ.” (Ephesians 2:13)

    “We are able now to boldly enter the Holiest by the blood of Jesus.” (Hebrews 10:19)

    “We overcame satan by the blood of the Lamb.” (Revelation 12:11)

    So I ask you today:

    Will you still consume blood, knowing what it truly represents?

  • John 6:6

    “But this He said to test him, for He Himself knew what He would do.” — John 6:6

    This verse shuts down the lie that God never tests people.

    He tested Job through deep suffering.

    He tested Abraham when He asked him to lay down Isaac.

    He tested the Israelites in the wilderness to see what was in their hearts.

    And here, in the New Testament, He tested Philip.

    But let’s be clear:

    Testing is not the same as tempting.

    God never tempts us to sin or rebel against His Word.

    Temptation comes to lead us astray.

    But testing is meant to draw us closer—to strengthen our faith and refine our hearts.

    When Jesus asked Philip, “Where shall we buy bread, that these may eat?”

    He wasn’t looking for a solution. He was looking into Philip’s heart.

    The test wasn’t for Jesus to learn something. He already knew what He would do. The test was for Philip to see himself.

    And here’s the sobering truth:

    Time spent with Jesus does not always mean we know Him deeply.

    Philip walked with Jesus. He saw miracles. He heard His teachings.

    But when tested, he leaned on logic instead of faith.

    “Two hundred denarii worth of bread is not enough…”

    In seasons of testing, the truth of our heart is exposed.

    This is where the foundation of your faith is revealed.

    This is when your mind and heart speak loudly. Who do you truly rely on?

    Is it God who sits on the throne of your heart. Or is it you?

    Testing shows whether we trust God, or only adore Him when it’s easy and we’re comfortable.

    Do we love Him for who He is or for what He gives?

    Because the real test is this:

    Will we still believe when the math doesn’t add up?

    When we’re outnumbered, under-resourced, and unsure?

    Do we value Him above all else?

    More than silver and gold, More than comfort and control, More than the answers we’re desperate for?

    The testing season asks: Will you lean on your own understanding. Or trust the One who already knows what He will do?

    And remember this:

    God doesn’t test to brough us harm but to give us hope and future.

    He tests to show you where you are, so He can lead you where He wants you to be.

    It’s in the test that your faith is made pure. It’s in the test where obedience becomes worship. And it’s in the test where miracles are born, when you bring what little you have and place it in the hands of Jesus.

    So let me ask you this:

    Has the testing in your life brought you closer to Jesus or turned you away from Him?

  • Leviticus 6:13

    “The fire shall ever be burning on the altar; it shall never go out.” —Leviticus 6:13

    Before we talk about the fire, let’s understand the altar.

    The altar was a sacred place, Consecrated for God alone.

    It was a place of sacrifice,

    A place where God’s presence dwelled,

    A place where people came to meet with Him.

    That’s why churches still have altars— They symbolize a space set apart for God.

    But an altar without fire, is just a structure.

    It’s the fire that brings it to life.

    Because God is a consuming fire (Hebrews 12:29).

    God often revealed Himself through fire:

    He spoke to Moses through a burning bush.

    On Mount Sinai, His glory appeared as fire.

    He led Israel by night with a pillar of fire.

    And in Leviticus, fire came out from the Lord and consumed the offerings—showing His approval and presence.

    Every true sacrifice was touched by fire:

    From Abraham, To the Levitical priests, To Elijah at Mount Carmel…

    And now, us.

    Through Jesus, we have become His altar. Our lives are now the living sacrifices. And Jesus baptizes us with the Holy Spirit and fire.

    The Spirit came as tongues of fire, And now He dwells in us.

    Just like in Leviticus:

    Don’t let the fire go out.

    Paul echoed the same command:

    “Do not quench the Spirit.” (1 Thess. 5:19)

    Because fire refines gold,

    Fire melts metal to shape it,

    Fire runs machines,

    Fire gives warmth,

    And fire transforms.

    So does the Holy Spirit. Keep the fire burning.

  • Luke 24:45

    “And He opened their understanding, that they might comprehend the Scriptures.” – Luke 24:45

    This verse shows us something important:

    Understanding the Bible doesn’t come from our own intellect or ability to read, like we do with ordinary books. It must first be given to us. Jesus had to open their understanding before they could truly comprehend what was written.

    And this answers so many of our questions:

    Why is the Bible so hard to understand?

    Why do I read it over and over and still feel like I don’t get it?

    Why can five people read the same verse and walk away with five different interpretations?

    Why are there so many debates, so many opinions, so many “right” ways to read it?

    Why does it bring clarity to some, but confusion to others?

    Why does it seem simple for some and complicated for me?

    The Bible is not just a book. It’s a collection of Holy Scriptures—written by men, yes, but men who were ordained by God and led by the Holy Spirit.

    That means the real Author is the Holy Spirit Himself.

    Each writer came from a different time, place, and background yet all speak one message. One truth. One God.

    So for us to truly understand the Bible, we must first accept that it is the Word of God. And then, we must seek God to help us understand it.

    Only Jesus can open our understanding.

    Only His Spirit—the Spirit of truth—can teach us.

    So before you read, pray.

    Ask Him for understanding. Ask Him to a yielded spirit to accept His words and His will through searching HIs scriptures.

    And be patient. It takes years, not days, to grow familiar with God’s Word.

  • Luke 22:46

    “Why do you sleep? Rise and pray, lest you enter into temptation.’” – Luke 22:46

    Does every time you kneel to pray? you suddenly feel sleepy?

    Tired?

    Distracted?

    Like you just don’t feel like it?

    Just like the disciples.

    In the most critical moment, they fell asleep instead of joining the Lord in prayer.

    This was the moment Jesus was praying in the Garden of Gethsemane, right before His crucifixion. He was in deep agony and yet, the disciples couldn’t stay awake. Their eyes were heavy, and they fell asleep when they should have been praying.

    And maybe you’ve asked,

    “Why do I have to pray if God already knows what I need?”

    Did you discern your motives?

    Is that all God is to you? just a provider?

    A genie? Someone you only call when you’re in need?

    Where’s the relationship in that?

    Where’s the desire to talk to the One you call Lord and say you love?

    Prayer doesn’t change God!

    It changes us!

    Lack of prayer (lack of intimacy) is why many believers slowly drift away.

    Because when you stop praying, your flesh starts leading.

    But when we pray?

    Prayer is igniting the fire to light inside us and around us—

    Burning the desires of the flesh.

    It burns away our love for the world and gives us a hunger for God.

    It sets our hearts on fire for the things of God.

    So now, Rise and pray. Talk to Jesus!