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August 2, 2025

Sanctified Steps: God feeds the birds… and He hasn’t forgotten you.G| Matthew 6:26 (KJV)

God feeds the birds: Matthew 6:26

📖 Scripture:

"Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?" — Matthew 6:26 (KJV)

Devotional:

There’s something humbling about watching birds: they flutter, forage, and sing without worrying where their next meal will come from. Jesus points us to this daily miracle not to romanticize simplicity, but to remind us of God’s relentless faithfulness. Birds don’t store. They receive.

We live in a world of stockpiling, scheduling, and scarcity mindsets. But this verse invites us back to a posture of trust. You're not a forgotten sparrow—you are a beloved child. If God feeds the birds, He will feed you—spiritually, emotionally, and practically. Maybe not all at once, but always right on time.

Daily Wisdom Insight:

When Jesus spoke these words, He was speaking to people burdened by real need—just like you. This wasn’t abstract theology; it was compassionate assurance. He sees your bills, your tears, your sighs. But He doesn’t just see—He provides. Even if it’s not in the form you expected.

Sometimes, the blessing isn’t abundance—it’s sufficiency. A full heart. A quiet mind. Strength for this step. Like manna in the desert, it may not be enough to store—but it will be enough to sustain.

Reflection:

Are you looking to tomorrow with fear or today with faith?
What would it look like to trust God for just today’s portion?

Application:

Reread Matthew 6:25–34 and note every time Jesus reminds us not to worry. Then ask yourself:

What have I been trying to “store” in fear?
What might God be asking me to release, so He can refill?

Consider writing down one small area where you’ve seen God quietly provide this week — even if it was just peace in the middle of waiting.

Prayer:

Lord,

I confess how often I cling to what I think I need.
But You feed the birds without barns… and I am so much more to You.
Teach me to rest in Your rhythm—daily, sacred, steady.
Give me eyes to see provision even when it's disguised as stillness.
You are the God who is always enough.

Amen.

💬 Discussion Question:

Where in your life have you seen quiet provision — not flashy or fast, but faithful?
How does the image of God feeding the birds shape your view of His love?

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July 28, 2025

Sanctified Steps: Marriage Is the Good thing| A Purpose Worth Waiting For| Proverbs 18:22 (KJV)

Marriage Is A Good Thing: Proverbs 18:22

📖 Scripture

“Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the Lord.” — Proverbs 18:22 (KJV)

Devotional:

Waiting isn’t wasting. It’s preparation.

In a world that rushes everything—love, timelines, expectations—God calls you to wait with purpose. Not to twiddle your thumbs in loneliness, but to become the “good thing” that’s worth finding.

This verse isn’t just about marriage. It’s about identity. It’s about divine alignment.

Ruth didn’t chase Boaz—she walked faithfully in the field, gleaning what was left behind.
Esther didn’t beg for favor—she prepared in quiet confidence and let God open the door to the king.
Rebekah wasn’t trying to be noticed—she was serving at the well when her destiny found her.

None of these women were passive. They were positioned.

You don’t have to manipulate or manufacture a love story. When you walk in purpose, God writes chapters that are better than anything you could plan.

Being found isn’t about being lucky. It’s about being ready when purpose knocks.

Reflection:

Are you waiting well, or are you growing weary in the delay?
What might God still be cultivating in your character before releasing your next chapter?
Are you preparing for the blessing you’re praying for?

Daily Wisdom Insight:

A godly wife isn’t just a gift—she’s prepared in private long before she’s revealed in public.

Before a seed blossoms, it must first be buried, broken, and rooted. So it is with those God is preparing for purpose.

Consider Rebekah—going about her daily duties at the well, unaware she was about to be chosen as Isaac’s bride. Her readiness wasn’t rehearsed; it was revealed through her servant-hearted response and quiet strength. She didn’t chase position—she walked in purpose.

He who finds a wife finds a good thing—but what’s good to God is often shaped in silence, faithfulness, and unseen obedience. The waiting season isn’t punishment—it’s preparation.

Often, it’s the waiting room that becomes heaven’s refining room.

God doesn’t rush what He values. Diamonds are formed in pressure. Pearls in irritation. Gold in fire. And godly women? They’re formed in surrender. In devotion. In seasons of silence where character is forged, not just chemistry.

The world sees “a good thing” as appearance or performance.
God sees “a good thing” as prepared, positioned, and planted in Him.

Practical Application:

Use this season to build, not brood. God isn't withholding—He's preparing.

Deepen your walk with God: Set aside intentional time daily for prayer, worship, and study. Ask Him to shape your desires and align your heart with His timing.
Develop your purpose: Explore your gifts. Take steps in your calling—whether that means serving in ministry, pursuing a dream, or strengthening a skill.
Invest in your wholeness: Attend to your emotional, physical, and spiritual health. Healing now prevents cycles later.
Practice contentment: Learn to find joy in your singleness, so you don’t idolize marriage or lose your identity in a relationship.
Stay ready in faith, not desperation: Keep your standards rooted in God’s Word, not the world’s pressure. Preparation is not passive—it’s powerful.

A fruitful relationship grows from a faithful season. Water your now so it can bloom in your next.

Prayer:

Lord,

Help me to wait well.
Not with impatience, but with purpose.
Make me the kind of woman who walks in wisdom, who trusts in Your timing,
and who prepares for love without idolizing it.
Let me be hidden in You until the right eyes find me.