This week’s focus word is Grace: Accepting God’s Unmerited Favor.

Key Scripture:

“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.” – Ephesians 2:8

Grace is a gift we cannot earn and can never lose. This week, reflect on God’s grace in your life, let it free you from striving for perfection, and consider how you can extend grace to others.

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This week’s focus word is Love: Living Out the Greatest Commandment.

Key Scripture:

“And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.” – Mark 12:30

Explore how love is the heartbeat of faith—how it guides our actions, deepens our connection with God, and reflects His presence in the world. Discover ways to live out love in both big and small ways this week.

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This week, our focus word is Hope: Holding onto the Promise of Tomorrow, with key scripture from Jeremiah 29:11:

“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

Discover how hope anchors us in uncertain times, reminding us that God’s plans are good and His faithfulness endures. Reflect on the ways God has provided for you and step into this week trusting in His promises.

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This week, we explore the focus word Faith: Trusting in God’s Plan with a key scripture from Hebrews 11:1: “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”

As we enter a new year, discover how faith allows us to trust God’s plans, even in moments of uncertainty. Reflect on His faithfulness over the past year and embrace the journey ahead with confidence in His perfect timing.

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