2 Chronicles 20:6 Jehoshaphat stood before the community. He prayed, “O LORD, God of our ancestors, You alone are the God who is in heaven.  You are the Ruler of all the kingdoms of the earth.  You are Mighty; no one can stand against you! Jehoshaphat’s prayer had several essential ingredients. (1) He committed the situation to God, acknowledging that God could save the nation. (2) He sought God’s favour because His people were God’s people. (3) He acknowledged God’s sovereig

Jeremiah 9:23-24 This is what your LORD says: “Don't let the wise boast in their wisdom, or the powerful boast in their power, or the rich boast in their riches.24. But those who wish to boast should boast in this alone: that they truly know Me and understand I am the LORD who demonstrates unfailing love and who brings Justice and righteousness to the earth, and that I delight in these things.  I, the LORD, have spoken.   People tend to admire three things in others: wisdom,

“I am the Alpha and the Omega – the beginning and the end,” says the Lord God. “I am the One who is, who always was, and who is still to come – the Almighty One.” (Revelation 1:8)    ( Isaiah 46:10 ). Only I can tell you the future before it even happens. Everything I plan will come to pass, for I do whatever I wish. God is unique in His knowledge and in His control of the future.  His consistent purpose is to carry out what He has planned.  When we are tempted to pursue anyt

Philippians 4:8-9 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me – put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. Whatever we put into our minds determines what comes out in our words and actions. Paul tells us to program our minds with t

Psalm 139 13-15 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, and I know that full well.15 My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place, when I was woven together in the depths of the earth. God’s character is present in the creation of every person.  When you feel worthless or even begin to hate yourself, remember that God’s Spirit is rea

1 Cor.2:9 (NIV) However, as it is written: “What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived”—the things God has prepared for those who love him— “As we think today of the Saviour’s birth, let us aspire to a fresh birth of the Saviour in our hearts; that as He is already ‘formed in us the hope of glory’, we may go to the Bethlehem of our spiritual nativity and do our first works, enjoy our first loves, and feast with Jesus as we did in the hol

John 10:22-42 (NIV) Then came the Festival of Dedication at Jerusalem. It was winter, 23 and Jesus was in the temple courts walking in Solomon’s Colonnade. 24 The Jews who were there gathered around him, saying, “How long will you keep us in suspense? If you are the Messiah, tell us. plainly.” 25 Jesus answered, “I did tell you, but you do not believe. The works I do in my Father’s name testify about me, 26 but you do not believe because you are not my sheep. 27 My sheep list

John 15:11–13 I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, that He lay down his life for his friends. May God give you peace with yourselves; may He provide you with Goodwill towards your friends, your enemies, and your neighbours, and may He give you grace to give glory to God in the Highest. – C.H. Spurgeon. By: Shirley Casseta Leger December 1

Hebrews 13:16 : “And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” Luke 6:30 :  “Give to everyone who begs from you, and from one who takes away your goods do not demand them back. John 15:13 : “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends. Acts of kindness and sharing are especially pleasing to God, even when they go unnoticed by others . Shirley Casseta Leger December 2025

But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn that shines brighter and brighter until the full day. Proverbs 4:18 I guide you on the path of wisdom and lead you on straight roads. As you walk, your steps won't stumble; when you run, you will not fall.   “When you have reached your own room, be kind to those who have chosen different doors and to those who are still in the hall.” – C.S. Lewis. Shirley Casseta Leger, December 2025

Let us not grow tired of doing good, for at the right time we will harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have the opportunity, let us do good to everyone. Galatians 6:9 It can be discouraging to keep doing right and get no thanks or visible results. But Paul challenged the Galatians, and he challenges us to continue doing good and trust God for the outcomes; we will reap a harvest of blessings.   Y ou cannot go back and change the beginning, but you can start from wh

Do not withhold good from those who deserve it when you can help. Do not tell your neighbour, “Come back; I’ll give it tomorrow,” when you already possess it. Proverbs 3:27-28 Delaying to do good is inconsiderate and unfair, whether it is repaying a loan, returning a tool, or fulfilling a promise. Withholding damages trust and causes inconvenience. Be as eager to do good as you are to have good done to you. “And when the Lord Jesus has become your peace, remember, there is an

You will keep in perfect peace the one whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in You. Isaiah 26:3 Conflict is inevitable in our world, but with God, we can find perfect peace even amid chaos. When we dedicate ourselves to Him, our attitude remains calm and steady, anchored by His unchanging presence (see Philippians 4:7).  God’s peace differs from the peace of the world. True peace isn’t found in positive thinking, in the absence of conflict, or in good feelings. It comes

The Lord tears down the proud house, but He guards the widow's boundaries. – Proverbs 15:25 Lord, we recognize You as the comforting God. I pray You provide peace and rest to those grieving right now. Embrace us, Father. Surround us with Your love and remind us that, even if we have lost someone dear, we are not alone because You are always with us. This Christmas marks three years since my beloved husband Charles's friend and companion went home to be with the Lord. He will

Father, let your hope rise in our hearts! Lift our eyes to recognize that you alone are the source of our hope. Help us release the anxiety, discouragement, and distractions that have filled this year. Grant us the grace needed to finish this year with joy. We invite your Holy Spirit into this beautiful Advent season. Renew our sense of blessed anticipation.   The Birth of Jesus is the Greatest Light in history. Charles Spurgeon By: Shirley Casseta Leger December 2025

Father, let your hope rise in our hearts! Lift our eyes to recognize that you alone are the source of our hope. Help us release the anxiety, discouragement, and distractions that have filled this year. Grant us the grace needed to finish this year with joy. We invite your Holy Spirit into this beautiful Advent season. Renew our sense of blessed anticipation.   The Birth of Jesus is the Greatest Light in history. Charles Spurgeon  Shirley Casseta Leger, December 2025

For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the  Scriptures, we might have hope. Romans 15:4 (NIV) Knowledge of the Scriptures shapes our attitude toward the present and the future.  The more we know about what God has done in years past, the greater our confidence is in what He will do in the days ahead.  We should read our Bibles diligently to increase our trust that God’s will is best for us. By: S

God never hurries. There are no deadlines against which He must work. Only to know this is to quiet our spirits and relax our nerves. A. W. Tozer. Shirley Casseta Leger November 24, 2025

1 Cor.2:9 (NIV) However, as it is written: “What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived”— the things God has prepared for those who love Him— We cannot imagine all that God has in store for us, both in this life and for eternity. He will create a new heaven and a new earth (Isaiah 65:17; Rev. 21:1), and we will live with Him forever. Until then, His Holy Spirit comforts and guides us, knowing the wonderful and eternal future that awaits u

"Put more coals and more sweet frankincense into the censor of your praise". Charles Spurgeon. Shirley Casseta Leger November 2025