Daily products and eggs are great food sources for vitamin D. But here is where that one tablespoon a day habit comes in. Cod liver oil, just one tablespoon provides an incredible dose of vitamin D , giving your muscles and bones exactly what they need to stay strong. It is a simple habit hat can make a huge healthy difference in keeping your legs steady, firm and powerful for the years to come. And here's something interesting many older people might to to consider in their plan.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
新年蒙新恩 A New Year Brings New Grace
新年蒙新恩
经文：申11:11-25；
证道：郝书霞牧师
岁 首年终是人们比较忙碌的日子，无论单位或个人都在忙于总结过去的一年的工作和经验，查找不足，并要为新的一年定下计划，好在新的一年有更大的收获和成绩。 基督徒不但每天在神面前省察，在辞旧迎新的时刻更愿意除旧迎新、生命有新长进，希望新年蒙新恩、新年得新福。上帝也应许他的儿女生活中要恩上加恩，力上加 力，荣上加荣。
一、恩上加恩——从岁首到年终的看顾(申11:11-12)
约1:16“从他丰满的恩典里，我们都领受了，而且恩上加恩。”
1、上帝给予选民的应许
以色列人经过旷野40年的生活，即将进入迦南地，摩西向选民述说旷野中神的眷顾、引领、保护，重申神的诫命，告诉选民“你要爱耶和华—你的神，常守他的吩咐、律例、典章、诫命”（申11:1），就必蒙福。蒙什么福？从圣经我们知道，福就是选民在神应许他们流奶与蜜的地上得以长久。那地有山、有谷、雨水滋润，是耶和华所眷顾的。从岁首到年终，耶和华神的眼目时常看顾那地（申11:9-12）；神还要按时降秋雨春雨在地上，使之可以收藏五谷、新酒和油，并且吃得饱足，田野为牲畜长草（申11:14-15）；也要得强大者的地土，凡脚掌所踏之地都必归选民（申11:23-24）。对一个旷野漂流40年 的民族，神给他们的应许是何等样的激励和鼓舞，又是何等样的满足。由此我们知道，神赐的福不只是属灵的，也包括属世的。其实，人生就好像一次旅行，每一个 经历就是一个风景点，每个景点都会遇见不同的人和事，面对这些人和事，有天父的陪伴，就少了恐惧和艰辛，该是多么幸福的事情。
什 么是幸福？着名主持人杨澜在微博说，我们通常说信仰带给我们幸福。心理学家发现，通过信仰所产生的情感联系：渺小个体与更高存在之间的联系，同一信仰的成 员之间看到联系，才是幸福的来源。幸福是你软弱，神仍然爱你；你不足，神愿意帮助你；你惧怕，神安慰你；你忧伤，神擦去你的眼泪；你绝望，神赐下永恒盼 望；你懊悔，神就饶恕赦免；你疲惫，神加添力量。幸福不是你有多强大，而是在软弱中靠主变刚强；幸福不是你有多完美，而是通过你让神得荣耀，幸福不是你多 富有，而是明白这是天赋世界；幸福不是你的爱人多么漂亮，而是你爱人的笑容多灿烂；幸福不是越多越好，而是要恰到好处；幸福不是吃得好穿得好，而是有衣有 食就知足；幸福不是你成功时喝彩多热烈，而是失意时有个声音对你说：“孩子，加油！”幸福不是你听过多少甜言蜜语，而是你伤心落泪时天父对你说：“不要 怕，有我在！”
2、蒙神看顾的条件
上帝应许他的儿女，从岁首到年终的看顾，他的信实决定他从不改变他的应许，若是得此应许，人生就多了平坦，有劳动不会有劳苦；有工作就少有泪水，岁月不再沧桑，因为人生有神相伴，就是有爱相伴。
(1)听主话。听见神的话，存在心中，照着去行。诗1:2“惟喜爱耶和华的律法，昼夜思想，这人便为有福！”熟读神的话，反复思想，让神的话作我们生活的引导。圣经告诉我们，“人活着不是单靠食物，乃是靠神口里所出的一切话”（申8:3；太4:4）。神的话，是我们属灵生命的食物，更是我们成长的力量。
(2)守主命。有了主的话，不是为了让我们单单的知道，“凡遵守主道的，爱神的心在他里面实在是完全的。从此，我们知道我们是在主里面。人若说他住在主里面，就该自己照主所行的去行” (约翰一书2：5、6)。
(3)行主道。圣经上说，听了主的道，又去行的，这人便为有福，耶稣在登山宝训中告诉我们，“凡称呼我‘主啊，主啊’的人不能都进天国；惟独遵行我天父旨意的人才能进去”（太7:21）。接着在登山宝训的结尾又告诉我们，“所以，凡听见我这话就去行的，好比一个聪明人，把房子盖在磐石上；雨淋，水冲，风吹，撞着那房子，房子总不倒塌，因为根基立在磐石上”（太7:24-25）。
二、力上加力——给予信者盼望与力量(申11:13-15)
诗84:5-7、11-12“靠 你有力量、心中想往锡安大道的，这人便为有福！他们经过‘流泪谷’，叫这谷变为泉源之地；并有秋雨之福盖满了全谷。他们行走，力上加力，各人到锡安朝见 神。……因为耶和华—神是日头，是盾牌，要赐下恩惠和荣耀。他未尝留下一样好处不给那些行动正直的人。万军之耶和华啊，依靠你的人便为有福！”
1、什么是力上加力？
顾名思义就是在自己的力量上加上力量。神对人的祝福是，你的日子如何，你的力量也必如何（申33:25）！我的理解是在自己工作的力量上，上帝要帮助我们，给我们足够的力量胜任工作，胜过生活中的艰难。
力量在现代汉中的解释是：1、指力气，有份量。2、能力。3、作用；效力。力量可以预示着成功，力量能给予人坚强的意志，坚强意志对一个人的健康成长和事业成功起着关键作用；坚强意志是成功的保证。成功其实也容易，就是先养成成功的习惯。世界上最可怕的力量是习惯，世界上最宝贵的财富也是习惯。
2、如何得力量？
神的话是我们能力的来源，“因为，出于神的话，没有一句不带能力的”（路1:37），可惜，许多信徒虽然读了神的话，但神的话却不放在心上，生命没有改变，行不出神的话。诗46:1“神…… 是我们的力量，是我们在患难中随时的帮助。”新的一年，让我们来到神面前，每天从他支取足够的力量，让我们新的一年成为得胜的一年、蒙福的一年、荣耀主名 的一年。大卫在诗篇中告诉我们，神眷顾人，为人预备生活中的一切，并“以恩典为年岁的冠冕，你的路径都滴下脂油”（参诗65:11）。
三、荣上加荣——以恩典为年岁的冠冕（申11:21-25）
荣上加荣，就是不断增添荣耀的意思，荣上加荣来自神的灵。
林后3:16-18“但他们的心几时归向主，帕子就几时除去了。主就是那灵；主的灵在哪里，那里就得以自由。我们众人既然敞着脸得以看见主的荣光，好像从镜子里返照，就变成主的形状，荣上加荣，如同从主的灵变成的。”
1、仰望耶稣，与神面对面
只要知道仰望神的荣耀，仰望耶稣的脸，就能找到荣耀。
2、靠着主，生命不断长进
不断改变自己，更像主，就是荣上加荣。
孝子之有深爱者必有和气，有和气者必有愉色，有愉色者必有婉
容。也就是说，孝子如果是有深爱的，一定会有和气；有和气的，一定会面有愉悦之色；有愉悦之色的，一定有和顺的容貌。
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A New Year Brings New Grace
Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:11-25;
Sermon: Pastor Hao Shuxia
The beginning and end of the year are busy times for everyone. Whether in organizations or individually, people are busy summarizing the past year's work and experiences, identifying shortcomings, and making plans for the new year to achieve greater success. Christians not only examine themselves before God daily, but also yearn for renewal and new growth in their lives at the turn of the year, hoping for new grace and blessings in the new year. God also promises His children that grace will be bestowed upon grace, strength upon strength, and glory upon glory in their lives.
I. Grace Upon Grace—Care from the Beginning to the End of the Year (Deuteronomy 11:11-12)
John 1:16 “We have all received from the fullness of his grace, grace upon grace.”
1. God's Promises to His Chosen People
After 40 years in the wilderness, the Israelites were about to enter Canaan. Moses recounted God's care, guidance, and protection during their time in the wilderness, reiterated God's commandments, and told them, “You shall love the Lord your God and keep his commands, his statutes, his ordinances and his commandments” (Deuteronomy 11:1), and you will be blessed. What blessing? From the Bible, we know that the blessing is that the chosen people will live long in the land God promised them, a land flowing with milk and honey. That land has mountains and valleys, and is nourished by rain; it is a land the Lord cares for. From the beginning to the end of the year, the eyes of the Lord God continually visit that land (Deuteronomy 11:9-12); God will also send the autumn and spring rains on the land in their season, so that it may store up grain, new wine, and oil, and have enough to eat, and the fields may grow grass for the livestock (Deuteronomy 11:14-15); He will also possess the land of the mighty, and every place where the soles of his feet tread will belong to the chosen people (Deuteronomy 11:23-24). For a people who had wandered in the wilderness for 40 years, what encouragement and inspiration, what satisfaction, God's promises were! From this, we know that God's blessings are not only spiritual but also worldly. In fact, life is like a journey; each experience is a scenic spot, and at each spot we encounter different people and things. Facing these people and things, with the Father's companionship, fear and hardship are lessened—how fortunate that is!
What is happiness? Famous host Yang Lan said on Weibo, "We usually say that faith brings us happiness." Psychologists have discovered that the emotional connection formed through faith—the connection between the insignificant individual and a higher being, and the connection seen among members of the same faith—is the source of happiness. Happiness is when you are weak, yet God still loves you; when you are lacking, God is willing to help you; when you are afraid, God comforts you; when you are sorrowful, God wipes away your tears; when you are in despair, God gives you eternal hope; when you are remorseful, God forgives and pardons; when you are weary, God adds strength. Happiness is not about how strong you are, but about becoming strong through the Lord in weakness; happiness is not about how perfect you are, but about bringing glory to God through you; happiness is not about how rich you are, but about understanding that this is a gifted world; happiness is not about how beautiful your lover is, but how radiant their smile is; happiness is not about having more, but about having just the right amount; happiness is not about eating well and dressing well, but about being content with food and clothing; happiness is not about how enthusiastic the cheers are when you succeed, but about having a voice that says to you, "Child, keep going!" when you are down; happiness is not about how many sweet words you have heard, but about your Heavenly Father saying to you, "Don't be afraid, I am here!" when you are heartbroken and in tears.
2. Conditions for God's Care
God promises His children care from the beginning to the end of the year. His faithfulness determines that He never changes His promise. If you receive this promise, life will be smoother, labor will not be more arduous, work will bring less tears, and the years will no longer be turbulent, because life is accompanied by God, which is to say, by love.
(1) Listen to the Lord's words. Hear God's word, keep it in your heart, and do it. Psalm 1:2 "Blessed is the man whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on it day and night!" Study God's word thoroughly, meditate on it repeatedly, and let it guide your life. The Bible tells us, "Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God" (Deuteronomy 8:3; Matthew 4:4). God's word is the food of our spiritual life and the strength for our growth.
(2) Keep the Lord's commandments. Having the Lord's word is not merely about knowing that "in everyone who keeps the Lord's word, the love of God is truly made complete. By this we know that we are in the Lord. If anyone says he lives in the Lord, he must also do as the Lord has done" (1 John 2:5-6).
(3) Walk the Lord's path. The Bible says that blessed are those who hear the word of the Lord and put it into practice. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tells us, “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 7:21). Then, at the end of the Sermon on the Mount, he tells us, “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because its foundation was on the rock” (Matthew 7:24-25).
II. Adding Strength Upon Strength—Giving Hope and Strength to Believers (Deuteronomy 11:13-15)
Psalm 84:5-7, 11-12 "Blessed is the one in whom you have strength, whose heart desires the way to Zion. As they pass through the valley of tears, they make it a place of springs; the autumn rains cover the whole valley. As they go, they make themselves stronger, and each one of them goes to Zion to meet God… For the Lord God is a sun and shield, who bestows favor and glory. He withholds nothing good from those whose walk is upright. Blessed is the one who trusts in you, O Lord Almighty!"
1. What does "adding strength upon strength" mean?
As the name suggests, it means adding strength to one's own strength. God's blessing to people is, "As your days are, so your strength will be" (Deuteronomy 33:25)! My understanding is that God helps us in our work, giving us enough strength to accomplish our tasks and overcome life's difficulties.
In modern Chinese, "力量" (liliang, strength) is interpreted as: 1. Physical strength, having weight. 2. Ability. 3. Function; effectiveness. Strength can foreshadow success, and it gives people a strong will. A strong will plays a crucial role in a person's healthy growth and career success; a strong will is the guarantee of success. Success is actually easy; it's simply about cultivating successful habits. The most terrifying force in the world is habit, and the most precious wealth in the world is also habit.
2. How to gain strength?
The word of God is the source of our strength. "For nothing from God is powerless" (Luke 1:37). Unfortunately, many believers, although they read God's word, do not take it to heart; their lives remain unchanged, and they do not live out God's word. Psalm 46:1 says, "God...is our strength, our ever-present help in trouble." In the new year, let us come before God, drawing sufficient strength from Him each day, so that our new year may be a year of victory, a year of blessing, and a year of glorifying the Lord's name. David tells us in the Psalms that God cares for people, prepares everything for their lives, and “crowns the years with grace; your paths drip with abundance” (see Psalm 65:11).
III. Glory Upon Glory—Crown the Years with Grace (Deuteronomy 11:21-25)
Glory upon glory means continually adding to one’s glory, and this glory comes from the Spirit of God.
2 Corinthians 3:16-18 “But when their hearts turn to the Lord, then the veil is removed. And the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. And we all, with unveiled faces, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into his likeness, from glory to glory, as from the Spirit of the Lord.”
1. Looking to Jesus, Face to Face with God
Simply by looking to the glory of God, looking to the face of Jesus, we can find glory.
2. Growing Through the Lord, Life Continues
Constantly changing oneself, becoming more like the Lord, is glory upon glory.
A filial son who has deep love will be gentle; a gentle son will have a joyful countenance; and a joyful countenance will have a kind and amiable appearance.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
2026 Chinese New Year Greetings (Cantonese) 2026年農曆新年賀詞 ( 廣東話 )
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你发达你一定发达 nei faat daat, nei jat ding faat daat
You are prosperous, you must be prosperous
你今日唔发达 nei gam jat mm faat daat
You are not prosperous today
你就听日发达 nei zau ting jat faat daat
You are prosperous tomorrow
你听日唔发达 nei ting jat mm faat daat
You are not prosperous tomorrow
你就后日发达 nei zau hau jat faat daat
You will become prosperous the day after tomorrow
你后日唔发达 nei hau jat mm faat daat
You will not be prosperous the day after tomorrow
唔可能 mm ho nang
你不仅发达 nei bat gan faat daat
Not only are you prosperous
想点都得 soeng dim dou dak
You can order whatever you want
捞乜都掂 laau mat dou dim
Do whatever also settled
掂过碌蔗 dim gwo luk ze
successful completion of things
四万啦口 sei maan laa hau
Forty thousand mouths
横财就手 waang coi zau sau
Windfall at hand
身壮力健 san zong lik gin
Be healthy and strong and energetic
龙马精神 lung maa zing san
Dragon - Horse Spirit
从今日开始 cung gam jat hoi ci
Starting today
你一路顺风 nei jat lou seon fung
You have a safe journey
一路发 jat lou faat
Keep prospering
发达发达 faat daat faat daat
Prosperous Prosperous
发达发达 faat daat faat daat
Prosperous Prosperous
你发达 你一定发达！
nei faat daat nei jat ding faat daat ！
You are prosperous, you definitely be prosperous!
耶穌基督話：「凡想做我嘅門徒嘅人，就要捨棄自己，背起自己嘅十字架跟隨我。因為凡想救自己嘅生命，就會失去生命，但為我同福音而失去生命嘅人，就會救到生命。如果有人得到全世界，但係又失去自己嘅靈魂，噉有咩好處呢？或者，如果任何人都係我呢個世代嘅成年人，係有罪嘅，而我嘅兒子，係我呢個世代嘅成年人，噉有人可以畀啲咩嚟換取佢哋嘅靈魂呢？ 當人帶住父嘅榮耀同聖天使一齊嚟嘅時候，佢就會為佢哋感到羞恥。」
je sou gei duk waa：「 faan soeng zou ngo ge mun tou ge jan ， zau jiu sehei zigei， bui hei zigei ge sapzi gaa gan ceoi ngo . jan wai faan soeng gau zi gei ge sang ming ， zau wui sat heoi sang ming ， daan wai ngo tung fuk jam ji sat heoi sang ming ge jan ， zau wui gau dou sang ming . jyu gwo jau jan dak dou cyun sai gaai ， daan hai jau sat heoi zi gei ge ling wan ， gam jau me hou cyu ne ？ waak6ze ， jyu gwo jam ho jan dou1hai ngo ni go sai doi ge sing nin jan ， hai jau zeoi ge ， ji ngo ge ji zi ， hai ngo ni go sai doi ge sing nin jan ， gam jau jan ho ji bei di me lai wun ceoi keoi dei ge ling wan ne ？ dong jan daai zyu fu ge wing jiu tung sing tin si jat cai lai ge si hau ， keoi zau wui wai keoi dei gam dou sau ci .」
Jesus Christ said, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it. What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? If anyone is ashamed of me and my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of them when he comes in his Father’s glory with the holy angels.”
但係你要先求佢嘅國同佢嘅義，呢啲嘢都會畀你哋 daanhai nei jiu sin kau keoi ge gwok tung keoi ge ji ， ni di je dou wui bei nei dei
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well
因為神嘅國就喺你哋中間。」你哋內心。
jan wai san ge gwok zau hai nei dei zung gaan, nei dei noi sam .
Because the kingdom of God is in your midst, within you.
新蒙年恩；
新年恩蒙；
新恩年蒙;
新年蒙恩;
主满恩溢
Amen and amen. Thank you Heavenly Father for loving us ...this is the day that the LORD has made, and we will rejoice and be glad in it .
阿门，阿门。感谢天父爱我们……这是耶和华所定的日子，我们要在其中欢喜快乐。
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=N85ztXlqkZ4
2026 新年賀歲歌曲/新年詩歌 🧧💕 新年蒙恩/沐主恩年/從歲首的年終/新年心祝福/新年的祝福/
§ 新年蒙恩 Xīnnián méng ēn • New Year Blessing
§ 沐主恩年 Mù zhǔ ēn nián • Year of God's Grace
§ 從歲首到年終 Cóng suì shǒu dào niánzhōng • From the beginning of the year to the end of the year
§ 新年心祝福 Xīnnián xīn zhùfú • New Year's New Wishes
§ 新年的祝福 Xīnnián de zhùfú • New Year's greetings
§ 以馬內利過豐年 Yǐ mǎ nèi lìguò fēngnián • Emmanuel celebrates a bountiful year
¶ 以马内利的意思是“神与我们同在”。
以馬內利的意思是「神與我們同在」。
( Emmanuel means "God with us" )
《新年蒙恩》
願上帝的祝福充滿你，
新的一年有新的氣息，
願祂賜你全家福杯滿溢。
願上帝的祝福充滿你，
在每一個季節裡，
願祂的愛祂的平安充滿你。
新年蒙恩！新年蒙福！
新年快樂！ 我最親愛的家人，
願上帝賜福給你！
新年蒙恩！新年蒙福！
新年快樂！ 我最親愛的朋友，
願祂的愛與平安圍繞你！
數算上帝恩典何其多，
我們從來沒缺乏過，
風風雨雨有更多收穫。
曾經迷惑，曾經軟弱，
有主陪我安然度過，
獻上感謝，獻上一切，為主活。
願上帝賜福給你，
願祂的愛圍繞你，
願新年有新的意義。
願平安充滿你，
願光照耀你，
願祂的福時時刻刻隨著你。
«New Year's Blessing»
May God's blessings fill you,
A new year brings new life,
May He grant your family overflowing happiness.
May God's blessings fill you,
In every season,
May His love and His peace fill you.
New Year's Blessing! New Year's Blessing!
Happy New Year! My dearest family,
May God bless you!
New Year's Blessing! New Year's Blessing!
Happy New Year! My dearest friend,
May His love and peace surround you!
Counting the blessings of God,
We have never lacked,
Through trials and tribulations, we have gained even more.
Once confused, once weak,
With the Lord by my side, I have weathered the storms,
Offering thanks, offering everything, living for the Lord.
May God bless you,
May His love surround you,
May the New Year have new meaning. May peace fill you,
may light shine upon you,
may His blessings be with you at all times.
《沐主恩年》
新的一年 新的希望
新的人開始 放下過去
舊的外袍 穿上喜樂衣裳
主的恩典 源源不絕
進入更豐盛 得人如魚
回應呼召 榮耀全能神
過新年 過新年
家家戶戶慶團圓
祝福你 今年好
如意亨通富貴到
喜洋洋 樂呼呼
祝福帶到你身旁
在主裡的每一天
得勝更新的生命更勝往年
"A Year of Grace"
A New Year, New Hope
New beginnings, letting go of the past
Old robes, donning garments of joy
The Lord's grace flows endlessly
Entering into greater abundance, catching fish in the sea
Responding to the call, glorifying Almighty God
Celebrating the New Year, celebrating the New Year
Families reunite in celebration
Blessings to you this year!
May everything go smoothly and prosperously!
Joyful and carefree!
Blessings to your side!
Every day in the Lord
A victorious and renewed life, surpassing all previous years!
《從歲首到年終》
我的神！我感謝祢
從歲首到年終
祢眼目時常看顧我
祢以恩典為年歲的冠冕
祢的路徑都滴下脂油
我的神！我感謝祢
從歲首到年終
日日夜夜祢都看顧著
白日，太陽必不傷我
夜間，月亮必不害我
神啊！我的神！我感謝祢
感謝祢如此看顧我
從歲首到年終
從歲首到年終
使我出也蒙福 入也蒙福
《新年心祝福》
感谢天父让我们今相聚
感谢耶稣让我们新年洁净自己
感谢圣灵在心中引导我和你
在主里把最好的祝福送给你
新的一年你会更加有力
新的一年你会更加有勇气
新的一年神要成就你祷告的
新的一年天天喜乐满溢
新的一年你会更加有力
新的一年你会更加有勇气
新的一年你要纵横走遍这地
有信心的你一定看到奇迹
《新年的祝福》
祝福你新的一年快樂無比
祝福你新的一年福杯滿溢
願主愛常伴在你的左右
願你的路徑都滴下脂油
祝福你新的一年主緊牽你手
祝福你新的一年執著不回頭
願神的恩典為你年歲的冠冕
願你每天喜樂在心綻放笑臉
願耶和華神時時陪伴你
從歲首到年終
願耶和華神常常眷顧你
永遠不離開你
願你每天都與神在一起
能得享神愛甜蜜
願你每天無論在哪裡
神愛都將你覆庇
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Monday, February 16, 2026
It is more blessed to give , than to receive....
Bless Others as God Blesses You Today
PEACE, PROVISION, GUIDANCE, AND STRENGTH
Many people want God's blessing and that desire is not wrong. It is normal to want help, peace, provision, guidance, and strength.
When life feels heavy, you naturally hope God will open a door, calm your heart, or make a way.
There is nothing shameful about bringing your needs to him. But blessing is not only something you receive. Blessing is also something you can give.
This is one of the beautiful truths of the Christian life.
God does not bless you only so you can feel comforted.
He blesses you so you can carry his love to others. He fills you so you can pour out.
He strengthens you so you can lift someone else.
In scripture, God calls His people to be a blessing, to speak life, to pray with faith, and to serve with love.
This is why prayer is one of the strongest ways you can love someone.
Especially when you cannot change what they are going through.
Sometimes you love people who are facing problems you cannot solve. You cannot remove their pain.
You cannot fix their marriage.
You cannot heal their body. You cannot change their past.
You cannot control what tomorrow will bring. But you can pray.
One simple way you can bless others is by praying for them. Your prayer should not be only general but specific and sincere.
When you pray in a clear and personal way, you are showing real care.
You are saying, "Lord, this person matters to me and I am bringing their need to you."
It is easy to say, "God, bless them," and move on.
But when you take time to mention their burden, fear, decision, sickness, or their family situation, or their spiritual struggle, your prayer becomes a gift of love.
Specific prayer does something important.
It helps you pay attention to what someone is carrying. It helps you listen with compassion.
It also keeps your heart from becoming cold.
When you pray for someone by name, you stop seeing them as a problem and start seeing them as a person loved by God.
And when God answers, that person is reminded that they were seen, remembered, and carried in prayer.
God welcomes this kind of prayer.
Philippians 4: verses 6-7 teaches you not to be anxious but to bring your requests to God with thanksgiving and His peace will guard your heart and mind.
The word requests means the real things on your heart.
It includes the details you may think are too small to mention, but the Lord invites you to bring them.
Nothing is too small when it touches your heart because our father cares about what concerns you.
And many times the greatest comfort someone can receive is not advice but knowing that someone is praying for them with faith and love.
A person may not need a long speech.
They may just need to know they are not alone and that someone has brought their name before God.
Scripture also shows you that praying for others is a ministry of blessing.
James 5 verse 16 reminds you that the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.
When you pray, you are standing in faith before God, asking Him to do what you cannot do.
Even if the person never hears your prayer, heaven hears it and God responds with His wisdom and mercy.
There are times when you may not see quick results. You may pray for months.
You may pray through tears. You may pray even when you feel tired. But do not stop.
Prayer is not wasted.
God stores every prayer. God uses every prayer.
And even when the answer is not immediate, prayer still changes things.
It teaches you to trust the Lord more than your own understanding.
A second way you can bless others is by asking God's favour on events and situations.
Some moments feel bigger than your strength.
A church service, a family gathering, an important meeting, a hard conversation, an exam, a journey, a medical procedure, or a season of decision.
In those moments, it is right to pray,
"Lord, be present. Help us. Lord, let your will become done." This is dependence.
You are admitting that success without God is still empty. But God's presence even in difficulty becomes your strength.
Sometimes people chase good outcomes, but they forget the greatest need in existence is God Himself.
6:13 A plan can go well and stilI leave your heart empty. A meeting can be successful and still not bring peace.
But when God is present, even a difficult day becomes meaningful. Even a hard conversation can become healing. Even a painful season can become a place where your faith grows.
When you ask God to work in a situation, you are placing it in His hands. You are remembering that He is near to His people.
Proverbs 16:3 says to commit your work to the Lord and your plans will be established.
This does not mean everything will happen exactly as you imagined.
It means your life is guided by God's wisdom instead of being controlled by fear.
So when you pray for God's favor on a church service, you are asking for more than a good program.
You are asking for sinners' and saints' hearts to change, for conviction to come, for comfort to reach the weary, for unity to grow, for faith to rise, and for Jesus Christ to be honoured.
7:26 You are asking God to do what only he can do because only God can touch the heart in a deep way.
A third way you can bless is by blessing the Lord Himself. That may sound strange because God is the one who blesses you.
But scripture tells you to bless Him through worship and gratitude.
Psalm 104 verse one shows this heart posture of blessing the Lord. When you bless God, you are not giving Him something He lacks. You are responding to His greatness.
You are honouring who He is.
You are thanking Him for what He has done in your life and also for what He is doing in the lives of those you are praying for.
This kind of praise changes you. It softens your heart. It helps you stop coming to God only with needs and teaches you to come with love too.
It reminds you that God is not only your helper. He is also holy, faithful, and worthy.
And thanksgiving protects you from bitterness. When you start noticing God's goodness, even in small ways, your heart becomes steadier.
Psalm 103: verses 1 to 5 calls you to bless the Lord and not forget His benefits.
The God who forgives, heals, redeems, and satisfies with good things.
When you remember these truths, your faith becomes stronger. You stop looking at your life only through what you lack, and you begin to see how much God has already done.
Yes, the Lord gives many good gifts and it is normal to desire them.
But let your desire for blessing become a reason to bless others.
Think about how you want to be treated when you are hurting, confused, or tired.
9You want someone to care, to remember you, to pray for you, to speak faith over you, and to point you to Christ.
So choose to do the same for others.
Matthew 7:12 teaches you to do to others what you would want them to do to you.
This is not only about kindness in what you do, but also kindness in how you pray.
Because sometimes the most loving thing you can do is stop for a moment, lift a person to God, and ask the Lord to cover them with His mercy.
When you live this way, you bless people through thoughtful prayer.
You bless situations by inviting God's presence and will.
And you bless the Lord through worship and gratitude.
And as you bless, you will also see that God often refreshes the one who pours out love.
Proverbs 11 verse 25 says that whoever brings blessing will be enriched and the one who waters will also be watered.
This does not mean you bless others only to get something back. It means God is kind to those who live with an open heart.
When you choose to pray, to serve, and to encourage others, God also strengthens you in ways you did not expect.
He keeps your heart from drying up. He keeps your faith alive. He reminds you that you are part of His work.
Now, let us take a moment to pray together.
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Heavenly Father, thank you for blessing me far beyond what I deserve.
Thank you for the gift of life, the gift of faith, and the gift of your Presence.
Even when my heart is tired, you do not turn away from me.
Father, forgive me for the times I have made blessings only about my own needs.
Forgive me when I have chased comfort more than I have sought your heart.
Cleanse me from selfishness and renew my motives. Purify my heart again.
Teach me to want what you want.
Teach me to live in a way that reflects Jesus Christ.
Lord, I bring before you those who are heavy in spirit.
Some are carrying burdens they cannot explain.
Some are fighting silent battles that no one else can see. Some are anxious about tomorrow, worried about money, family, health, and the future.
Father, your word in 1 Peter 5 : 7 tells me to cast all my care upon you because you care for me. So I cast these burdens before you today. I place every worry into your hands.
I ask you to cover them with your peace.
Father, teach me how to pray for others with true love. Help me to remember names.
Help me to pray with compassion. Let my prayers carry faith and kindness.
Your word says in James 5:16 that the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.
Lord, I am not righteous by my own works, but because of Jesus Christ. So I come boldly, trusting that you hear me and trusting that you can move in ways I cannot.
Father, I pray for those who feel forgotten. Remind them that they are seen by you.
Remind them that they are loved.
Your word in Isaiah 49:15 says that even if a mother could forget her child, you will not forget your people.
So Lord, let the lonely ones feel your nearness. Let the rejected ones feel your acceptance.
Let the broken ones feel your healing. Let the weary ones feel your strength.
Lord, I pray for families that are under pressure. Heal what is strained.
Restore what is damaged.
Bring peace where there is constant tension. Give humility where pride has grown.
Give forgiveness where hearts have become hard.
Your word in Colossians 3 :13-14 teaches me to forgive as the Lord forgave me and to put on love which binds everything together in perfect unity.
Father, pour your love into homes.
Let your Spirit soften hearts and bring reconciliation.
Father, I pray for those who are making big decisions. Some are choosing a job, a course, a marriage step, or a life direction. Lord, do not let them be led by fear or confusion.
Your word in Proverbs 3: verses 5-6 tells me to trust in you with all my heart and not lean on my own understanding and you will direct my paths. So Lord, direct their paths.
Close the wrong doors with your mercy and open the right doors with your wisdom. Give clarity that cannot be shaken.
Lord, I also pray for your favor over situations that feel too heavy for human strength.
I bring before you every upcoming event, meeting, church service, exam, and every medical appointment.
Father, go before your people. Let your Presence be the greatest gift in every moment.
Your word in Exodus 33:14 says, "My presence will go with you and I will give you rest."
So Lord, let your presence rest upon every place they step into.
Let your peace rule over every environment.
Father, I ask that you help me live with a heart of worship.
Teach my heart to bless you in the morning and bless you at night. Teach my soul to remember your goodness.
Your word in Psalm 103: verses 1 to 2 says, "Bless the Lord, oh my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name.
Bless the Lord, oh my soul, and forget not all his benefits. Lord, keep me from forgetting.
Keep me from becoming blind to the gifts you already placed in my life.
Lord Jesus, you said in Matthew 5:16 that my light should shine before others so they may see good works and glorify you Father in heaven. So, Father, let my life point people to you. Let my words bring hope.
Let my actions reflect love.
Make me your child who blesses, not someone who drains others. Give me a heart that serves even when it costs me comfort.
Father, I pray that you will make me attentive to the needs around me.
Sometimes I miss the hurting ones because l am too focused on myself. Open my eyes.
Help me notice the tired ones, discouraged person, the one who is always strong for everyone else.
Teach me to reach out with prayer and encouragement.
Your word in Galatians 6:2 says to bear one another's burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ.
Lord, help me carry burdens in prayer.
Help me stand with others in faithful intercession. Father, I ask that you refresh my heart as I bless others. Your word in Proverbs 11:25 says that the one who waters will also be watered.
Lord, keep my spirit renewed and joy alive. Keep my faith strong. Let me not grow tired in doing good.
Your word in Galatians 6:9 reminds me that in due season I will reap if I do not give up. So strengthen me to continue.
19:07 Father, thank you for the greatest blessing of salvation through Jesus Christ.
Your word in Ephesians 1:3 says, "You have blessed me with every spiritual blessing in heavenly places in Christ."
So Lord, let me live from that truth.
Let my confidence be in your grace. Let my hope be in your promises and let my life become a blessing to hearts, homes, and the church. In Lord Jesus Christ's name, amen.
Dear reader, if this prayer has touched your heart, say amen as a sign of faith.
I pray that every blessing in this prayer is now upon you in the name of Lord Jesus Christ.
And if you need a special prayer, feel free to let us know in the comments.
We would be honored to pray for you.
May the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you always.
Bless Others as God Blesses You Today
PEACE, PROVISION, GUIDANCE, AND STRENGTH.
la fréquence de leurs prières, la durée de leurs prières et ce qui les empêche de prier plus souvent.
Nous avons interrogé 7 454 chrétiens sur la fréquence de leurs prières…
Et les résultats sont surprenants !
Nous avons mené une enquête auprès de 7 454 chrétiens à travers les États-Unis pendant deux ans afin de mieux comprendre leurs habitudes de prière : fréquence, durée et obstacles à une prière plus fréquente.
Les répondants ont été répartis par tranches d’âge et invités à choisir une seule réponse correspondant le mieux à la fréquence de leurs prières. Je vais détailler chaque réponse, son interprétation et les actions que nous entreprenons suite à ces observations.
Qui a participé à cette enquête ?
Nous avons collaboré avec une équipe de plus de 50 bénévoles dans 20 grandes villes pour réaliser cette enquête. Les bénévoles ont interrogé des personnes dans la rue, dans les parcs et les espaces publics. Un grand merci à tous les bénévoles qui ont rendu cette recherche possible !
La prière est personnelle, intime, publique et puissante lorsqu’elle a un but précis.
Il a d’abord été demandé aux participants s’ils s’identifiaient comme chrétiens. S'ils répondaient par l'affirmative, on leur demandait leur âge, puis les questions suivantes :
1. À quelle fréquence priez-vous ?
2. Que pensez-vous de votre fréquence de prière actuelle ?
3. Combien de temps priez-vous en général ?
Ceux qui indiquaient vouloir prier davantage étaient interrogés sur les raisons qui les empêchaient de prier plus souvent.
Aucune incitation n'était offerte aux participants pour participer à l'enquête sur la prière 🤲🏽.
Fréquence de prière des chrétiens
Nous avons commencé notre enquête en demandant à l'ensemble des 7 454 chrétiens à quelle fréquence ils prient.
On constate que les jeunes chrétiens prient beaucoup moins souvent que les générations plus âgées.
Seulement 10 % des chrétiens âgés de 18 à 30 ans prient quotidiennement, contre 37 % des chrétiens de plus de 50 ans.
Le ressenti des chrétiens quant à leur fréquence de prière
Quelle que soit leur fréquence de prière, nous avons demandé à chaque tranche d'âge d'évaluer sa satisfaction quant à sa fréquence de prière actuelle. On constate que 51 % des chrétiens âgés de 18 à 30 ans sont insatisfaits de la fréquence de leurs prières, soit la même tranche d'âge qui prie le moins.
Durée des prières des chrétiens
Nous avons ensuite demandé aux chrétiens combien de temps duraient leurs prières. Il apparaît que, tous âges confondus, la plupart des prières durent moins d'une minute.
Pourquoi les chrétiens ne prient-ils pas plus souvent ?
Nous avons ensuite interrogé les 2 915 répondants qui se disaient insatisfaits de la fréquence de leurs prières sur les raisons qui les empêchaient de prier plus souvent. Compte tenu de la petite taille de l'échantillon, nous n'avons pas ventilé les réponses par âge. Le manque de temps et la difficulté à formuler des réponses sont les principaux obstacles.
Que signifie tout cela ?
Nous constatons que les chrétiens âgés de 18 à 30 ans ne prient généralement pas quotidiennement. Cependant, nous observons également qu'ils souhaitent prier plus souvent.
C'est précisément pour cette raison que nous créons des prières écrites qui aident les personnes de tous âges à trouver les mots justes pour se connecter à Dieu, quel que soit le sujet. Notre objectif est de faciliter l'entrée en contact avec Dieu à tout moment de la journée.
La plupart des chrétiens ne prient que moins d'une minute à la fois.
Dans ce domaine, les différences entre les âges sont beaucoup moins marquées et la plupart des chrétiens ne prient que brièvement. Imaginez essayer d'entretenir une relation avec la personne la plus importante de votre vie en ayant une conversation de 30 secondes avec elle… une fois par mois. Pour une grande partie des chrétiens que nous avons interrogés, c'est pourtant ce qu'ils font.
C'est pourquoi nous prions pour rappeler aux chrétiens qu'ils peuvent prier à tout moment de la journée et pour n'importe quel sujet.
La plupart des chrétiens qui souhaitent prier davantage sont trop occupés ou ne savent pas quoi dire.
Nous pensons que ces deux raisons principales sont étroitement liées. Si vous ne savez pas quoi dire et que vous manquez de temps (comme la plupart d'entre nous), vous aurez l'impression d'être trop occupé. Nous croyons qu'en créant des prières écrites utiles et faciles à utiliser, rédigées par des théologiens, des pasteurs et des ministres, nous pouvons aider les gens à résoudre ces deux problèmes.
Qu'en pensez-vous ?
Ce ne sont là que quelques-unes des conclusions que nous pensons que cette recherche apporte, mais tout converge vers une même conclusion : nous sommes sur la bonne voie dans notre mission de faciliter la prière pour le chrétien lambda.
Et vous, qu'en pensez-vous ?
Quelle conclusion vous a le plus marqué ?
À quoi ressemble une vie de prière ?
La prière change-t-elle vraiment les choses ?
LE SAVIEZ-VOUS ?
30 Versets Bibliques Puissants : DIEU ENTEND NOS PRIÈRES
Savez-vous que, tout au long des Écritures, nous trouvons l'assurance que Dieu est attentif à chaque prière sincère ?
La merveilleuse vérité est que la prière n'est pas seulement un acte de communication, mais un lien vital qui nous unit à notre Créateur.
Lorsque nous ouvrons notre cœur dans la prière, nous ne parlons pas dans le vide ; nous conversons avec le Seigneur Dieu, Celui qui se soucie vraiment de nous et nous écoute.
En explorant ensemble ces versets bibliques, ouvrons nos cœurs et nos esprits pour voir combien Dieu désire nous entendre.
Puisse la certitude que Dieu entend nos prières, aussi insignifiantes ou importantes puissent-elles nous encourager.
L’assurance que Dieu nous écoute
Alors que nous nous engageons sur le chemin de la foi, il est essentiel de comprendre que Dieu nous écoute toujours.
Dans nos moments de calme, dans le chaos, ou même dans la joie, Dieu est là, désireux d’entendre nos demandes et nos préoccupations.
Cette certitude nous rassure : nous ne sommes jamais seuls dans nos épreuves.
Dieu nous invite à lui confier nos fardeaux, nos rêves et même nos peurs dans la prière.
Lorsque nous méditons sur les versets bibliques qui disent que Dieu entend nos prières, nous reconnaissons l’importance de la foi dans cette communication.
Chaque verset nous rappelle que nos cris sincères ne restent pas sans réponse et que Dieu y répond avec amour et compassion.
Explorons ces versets bibliques et trouvons du réconfort dans la certitude que Dieu nous écoute attentivement.
Psaume 34:17
« Les justes crient, et l’Éternel les entend ; il les délivre de toutes leurs détresses. » Psaume 34:17
1 Jean 5:14
« Voici l’assurance que nous avons auprès de Dieu : si nous demandons quelque chose selon sa volonté, il nous exauce. » – 1 Jean 5:14
Psaume 116:1-2
« J’aime l’Éternel, car il a entendu ma voix, il a entendu ma supplication. Parce qu’il a tendu l’oreille vers moi, je l’invoquerai toute ma vie. » – Psaume 116:1-2
Proverbes 15:29
« L’Éternel se tient loin des méchants, mais il entend la prière des justes. » – Proverbes 15:29
Jérémie 29:12
« Alors vous m’invoquerez, vous viendrez me prier, et je vous exaucerai. » Jérémie 29:12
La foi dans nos prières
La prière ne se limite pas à parler ; elle est profondément enracinée dans notre foi.
Lorsque nous prions, nous exprimons notre conviction que Dieu non seulement entend nos supplications, mais agit aussi selon sa parfaite sagesse.
En méditant sur ces versets bibliques qui nous rappellent que Dieu entend nos prières, nous nous souvenons que la foi est le fondement de nos prières.
C’est dans les moments de doute que nous devons nous accrocher à la vérité que Dieu est là, tout près de nous, à notre écoute et qui nous comprend.
Notre foi en la réactivité de Dieu nous encourage à lui confier tous nos soucis avec confiance.
En ayant confiance qu’il entend nos prières, nous pouvons gérer nos inquiétudes et trouver la paix intérieure.
Laissons-nous inspirer par la réflexion que nous menons ensemble sur ces versets.
Marc 11:24
« C’est pourquoi je vous dis : tout ce que vous demanderez en priant, croyez que vous l’avez reçu, et cela vous sera accordé. » – Marc 11:24
Jacques 1:6
« Mais quand vous demandez, croyez et ne doutez pas, car celui qui doute est semblable à une vague de la mer, agitée et ballottée par le vent. » – Jacques 1:6
Hébreux 11:6
« Or, sans la foi, il est impossible de plaire à Dieu, car il faut que celui qui s’approche de lui croie qu’il existe et qu’il récompense ceux qui le cherchent. » – Hébreux 11:6
Psaume 145:18
« L’Éternel est près de tous ceux qui l’invoquent, de tous ceux qui l’invoquent en vérité. » – Psaume 145:18
Romains 10:13
« Car quiconque invoquera le nom du Seigneur sera sauvé. » – Romains 10:13
La puissance de la prière
La prière n’est pas seulement une forme de communication ; c’est un outil puissant que nous utilisons dans notre cheminement spirituel avec Dieu dans ce monde.
Comprendre comment Dieu entend nos prières souligne leur immense pouvoir.
Lorsque nous prions sincèrement, nous ne faisons pas que partager nos pensées ; nous participons à un acte transformateur capable de changer notre situation.
En explorant ces versets bibliques, rappelons-nous que la prière peut susciter l’intervention divine, guérir et restaurer ce qui est brisé.
La Bible nous offre d’innombrables exemples où une prière fervente a changé le cours des événements.
En croyant au pouvoir de la prière, nous nous donnons la force d’affronter les épreuves de la vie et d’accueillir la bonté de Dieu.
Nous vous invitons à méditer sur ces versets et à laisser ces derniers inspirer espoir et confiance dans vos propres prières.
Philippiens 4:6-7
« Ne vous inquiétez de rien ; mais en toute chose, par la prière et la supplication, avec des actions de grâces, faites connaître à Dieu vos demandes. Et la paix de Dieu, qui surpasse toute intelligence, gardera vos cœurs et vos pensées en Jésus-Christ. » Philippiens 4:6-7
Matthieu 21:22
« Tout ce que vous demanderez en prière, vous le recevrez, si vous avez la foi. » – Matthieu 21:22
Jean 14:13-14
« Tout ce que vous demanderez en mon nom, je le ferai, afin que le Père soit glorifié dans le Fils. Si vous demandez quelque chose en mon nom, je le ferai. » – Jean 14:13-14
Luc 18:1
« Jésus raconta alors à ses disciples une parabole pour leur montrer qu’il faut toujours prier et ne jamais se décourager. » – Luc 18:1
Jacques 5:16
« La prière du juste est puissante et efficace. » – Jacques 5:16
Le réconfort de la prière
Lorsque les fardeaux de la vie nous accablent, la prière nous apporte réconfort et apaisement.
La présence réconfortante de Dieu nous enveloppe lorsque nous nous tournons vers lui dans la prière, nous rappelant combien il nous aime et prend soin de nous.
En méditant sur les versets bibliques qui affirment que Dieu entend nos prières, trouvons la joie de savoir que nos appels à l'aide sont entendus avec compassion.
En ouvrant notre cœur, nous pouvons espérer trouver guérison et espoir.
Dieu répond aux besoins de notre vie, nous rappelant que nous ne sommes jamais seuls face à nos difficultés.
Laissons ces versets bibliques parler à nos cœurs, nous guidant vers le repos en sa présence tandis que nous recherchons le réconfort de notre cœur par la prière.
2 Corinthiens 1:3-4
« Béni soit Dieu, le Père de notre Seigneur Jésus-Christ, le Père des miséricordes et le Dieu de toute consolation, qui nous console dans toutes nos afflictions ! » 2 Corinthiens 1:3-4
Psaume 50:15
« Invoque-moi au jour de la détresse ; je te délivrerai, et tu me glorifieras. » – Psaume 50:15
Ésaïe 41:10
« Ne crains rien, car je suis avec toi ; ne sois pas effrayé, car je suis ton Dieu. Je te fortifierai, je t’aiderai, je te soutiendrai de ma droite victorieuse. » – Ésaïe 41:10
Matthieu 11:28
« Venez à moi, vous tous qui êtes fatigués et chargés, et je vous donnerai du repos. » – Matthieu 11:28
Psaume 30:2
« Éternel, mon Dieu, j’ai crié à toi, et tu m’as guéri. » – Psaume 30:2
La volonté de Dieu et nos prières
Il est essentiel de comprendre que nos prières doivent être en accord avec la volonté de Dieu.
Lorsque nous reconnaissons que Dieu entend nos prières, nous prenons conscience du merveilleux mystère qui se cache derrière ses réponses.
Parfois, nos désirs ne correspondent pas à son plan pour nous.
Cependant, nous pouvons avoir confiance : toute prière sincère, prononcée avec un cœur ouvert et tourné vers le dessein de Dieu, est entendue.
Les Écritures nous rappellent de présenter nos requêtes à Dieu, mais aussi d'être prêts à recevoir sa direction pour y répondre.
Notre volonté de nous soumettre à sa volonté renforce non seulement notre relation avec lui, mais elle nourrit également une profonde compréhension de son amour et de sa sagesse.
Explorons ensemble ces versets bibliques qui abordent cet aspect fondamental de la prière.
Romains 8:28
« Nous savons, du reste, que toutes choses concourent au bien de ceux qui aiment Dieu, de ceux qui sont appelés selon son dessein. » Romains 8:28
1 Pierre 5:7
« Déchargez-vous sur lui de tous vos soucis, car il prend soin de vous. » – 1 Pierre 5:7
Proverbes 3:5-6
« Confie-toi en l’Éternel de tout ton cœur, et ne t’appuie pas sur ta propre intelligence ; reconnais-le dans toutes tes voies, et il aplanira tes sentiers. » – Proverbes 3:5-6
1 Jean 5:15
« Et si nous savons qu’il nous exauce, quoi que nous lui demandions, nous savons que nous avons ce que nous lui avons demandé. » 1 Jean 5:15
Matthieu 26:39
« S’étant avancé un peu, il se jeta le visage contre terre et pria : “Mon Père, s’il est possible, que cette coupe s’éloigne de moi ! Toutefois, non pas ce que je veux, mais ce que tu veux.” » – Matthieu 26:39
Répondre à la voix de Dieu dans la prière
Dans le silence de la prière, nous découvrons souvent que Dieu nous parle, guidant nos cœurs et nos esprits de manières inattendues.
Lorsque nous reconnaissons que Dieu entend nos prières, nous nous ouvrons à recevoir sa sagesse et sa direction.
La prière n’est pas un monologue, mais un dialogue où nous sommes invités à écouter. Vous parlez, Dieu écoute ; Dieu parle, vous l’écoutez et vous lui obéissez.
Entretenir une relation avec Dieu nous permet de mieux comprendre sa nature et son dessein pour nos vies.
En méditant sur les passages bibliques concernant l’attention de Dieu, rappelons-nous que l’écoute est aussi essentielle que la parole dans notre vie de prière.
Prenons un instant pour réfléchir aux paroles de ces versets bibliques et considérons comment Dieu communique avec nous par la prière.
Jean 10:27
« Mes brebis entendent ma voix ; je les connais, et elles me suivent. » – Jean 10:27
Ésaïe 30:21
« Que vous alliez à droite ou à gauche, vos oreilles entendront derrière vous une voix qui dira : “Voici le chemin, suivez-le !” » – Ésaïe 30:21
Psaume 46:10
« Arrêtez, et sachez que je suis Dieu. » Psaume 46:10
Apocalypse 3:20
« Voici, je me tiens à la porte et je frappe. Si quelqu’un entend ma voix et ouvre la porte, j’entrerai chez lui, je souperai avec lui, et lui avec moi. » – Apocalypse 3:20
Proverbes 2:3-5
« Si tu appelles à l’aide pour obtenir la sagesse, si tu cries à l’intelligence, si tu la recherches comme l’argent, si tu la creuses comme un trésor caché, alors tu comprendras la crainte de l’Éternel, et tu trouveras la connaissance de Dieu. » – Proverbes 2:3-5
La Communauté de Prière
En tant que communauté de croyants, nous sommes appelés à nous soutenir mutuellement par la prière.
La Bible souligne l’importance de se rassembler et de s’entraider dans la prière.
Lorsque nous constatons que Dieu entend nos prières, nous sommes encouragés à partager nos soucis et nos louanges les uns avec les autres.
Prier en communauté est une manière puissante d'inviter Dieu dans nos expériences collectives.
Ensemble, nous pouvons être témoins des miracles que Dieu accomplit lorsque nous unissons nos prières dans la foi.
De plus, la force et le soutien collectifs que nous trouvons dans la prière nous unissent comme une famille en Christ, nous aidant à porter les fardeaux les uns des autres.
Trouvons de la joie dans ces versets qui illustrent la puissance de la communauté dans notre vie de prière.
Matthieu 18:20
« Car là où deux ou trois sont réunis en mon nom, je suis au milieu d'eux. » – Matthieu 18:20
Actes 1:14
« Ils persévéraient tous d'un commun accord dans la prière, avec les femmes, Marie, la mère de Jésus, et ses frères. » – Actes 1:14
Jacques 5:14
« Quelqu'un parmi vous est-il malade ? Qu'il appelle les anciens de l'Église, et que ceux-ci prient pour lui en l'oignant d'huile au nom du Seigneur. » Jacques 5:14
Colossiens 1:9
« C’est pourquoi, depuis le jour où nous avons entendu parler de vous, nous ne cessons de prier pour vous. » – Colossiens 1:9
1 Thessaloniciens 5:16-18
« Soyez toujours joyeux, priez sans cesse, rendez grâce en toutes circonstances ; car telle est la volonté de Dieu en Jésus-Christ à votre égard. » – 1 Thessaloniciens 5:16-18
Réflexions finales
En parcourant ces versets bibliques qui nous montrent que Dieu entend nos prières, nous avons découvert combien la prière est essentielle à notre foi.
De l’assurance que Dieu nous écoute à l’exploration du pouvoir transformateur de la prière, nous avons vu comment notre communication avec Dieu fortifie notre relation avec lui.
Nous avons appris qu’avoir foi en la prière est vital et que nous pouvons partager nos fardeaux au sein d’une communauté bienveillante tout en cherchant la volonté de Dieu.
La prière est un dialogue vivant où nous pouvons exprimer nos rêves, nos craintes et notre gratitude. Accueillons le réconfort de savoir que chaque prière que nous prononçons est entendue par le Dieu qui nous aime profondément. Que nous soyons dans la joie ou la tristesse, c'est un beau rappel que Dieu entend nos cris et y répond.
Puissions-nous sans cesse grandir dans notre vie de prière, en ayant confiance dans le timing parfait de Dieu et dans son plan divin. Souvenons-nous que nous ne sommes jamais seuls lorsque nous communiquons avec notre Créateur, et que par la prière, nous pouvons expérimenter la plénitude de sa grâce et de son amour.
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Monad
Brain : Wise : Mind : Consciousness
What is a Monad in Spirituality and How It Transforms Our Understanding of Unity
Have you ever felt a deep connection to something greater than yourself? Many people explore this feeling through spirituality, and one concept that often comes up is the monad. Understanding what a monad is can help you grasp the essence of unity and individuality in your spiritual journey.
Table of Contents:
•Key Takeaways
•Understanding Monad in Spirituality
•The Concept of Monad
•Monad in Various Spiritual Traditions
•The Significance of Monad in Personal Growth
•Conclusion
Frequently Asked Questions
Imagine standing at the edge of a vast ocean, where every wave represents a unique experience, yet all belong to the same body of water. This article will guide you through the idea of the monad, revealing how it relates to your sense of self and your connection to the universe. By the end, you’ll have a clearer perspective on how this concept can enrich your spiritual practice and personal growth.
Key Takeaways
Definition of Monad: The monad symbolizes the essential unity that connects every individual and experience, representing both individuality and interconnectedness.
Spiritual Implications: Recognizing oneself as part of a monad enhances understanding of interdependence and fosters compassion and empathy towards others.
Historical Significance: Various philosophical traditions, from ancient Greece to Eastern and Western spiritualities, emphasize the monad’s role as a foundational principle of existence.
Practical Applications: Engaging in practices like meditation and reflective journaling can deepen the understanding of the monad and its impact on personal growth.
Connection to Higher Consciousness: The monad serves as a bridge to higher consciousness, enriching spiritual awareness and insight through the recognition of one’s place in the universe.
Impact on Relationships: Embracing the concept of the monad can enhance relationships by promoting a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of all beings.
Understanding Monad in Spirituality
The monad symbolizes the essential oneness connecting everything within the spiritual realm. It embodies individuality while remaining part of a unified whole. Here’s a breakdown of its significance:
Definition of Monad
Unity: The monad represents the ultimate unity of existence. It signifies how each person, experience, and event contributes to a larger spiritual tapestry.
Individuality: Though unique, each monad preserves its identity. You may think of it as a single note in a grand symphony, where every note is crucial yet distinct.
Spiritual Implications
Interconnectedness: Realizing you are part of a monad fosters a deeper understanding of your role in the universe. This realization can enhance compassion and empathy towards others.
Personal Growth: Embracing the concept of the monad encourages self-exploration. Recognizing your individual spiritual journey can lead to a more meaningful life.
Practical Applications
Meditation: Incorporate practices that emphasize unity. Focus on your breath and visualize being part of a vast ocean, connecting with other waves.
Reflection: Regularly assess your experiences. Journaling can help you reflect on how your individuality contributes to greater spiritual themes.
How does the monad relate to daily life? The idea of the monad can shift your perspective, allowing you to appreciate each moment as a vital part of a larger whole.
Can understanding the monad improve relationships? Yes, recognizing others as monads fosters empathy. You may find that your connections deepen, enhancing mutual understanding.
By grasping the concept of the monad, you can enrich your spiritual journey, fostering a sense of belonging in the vibrant interconnection of all existence.
The Concept of Monad
The monad serves as a foundational idea in spirituality, representing the intricate balance between unity and individuality.
Historical Background
The notion of the monad finds its roots in various philosophical and spiritual traditions. In ancient Greece, philosophers like Pythagoras and Plotinus viewed the monad as the primal source of existence, signifying unity and wholeness. The term gained further traction in the 18th century with Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, who described monads as simple substances lacking physical extension yet containing the universe within them. Understanding this history enriches your perspective on how the monad connects to both universal truths and personal experiences.
Philosophical Implications
Grasping the monad’s significance fosters deep philosophical reflections on self and reality. The monad symbolizes interconnectedness, suggesting that each individual contributes to a greater whole. This interconnectedness encourages personal growth as you recognize your unique role in the universe. By reflecting on how each action affects the collective, you enhance your sense of empathy and compassion. The monad also highlights the importance of self-discovery, motivating you to explore your spiritual identity within the cosmic tapestry. Ultimately, recognizing the philosophical dimensions of the monad can deepen your spiritual journey and enrich your interactions with others.
Monad in Various Spiritual Traditions
The monad concept appears across multiple spiritual traditions, highlighting unity and individuality’s interplay.
Monad in Eastern Spirituality
In Eastern spirituality, the monad often connects to concepts like Brahman in Hinduism and the Tao in Taoism. Brahman represents the ultimate reality, a unified source from which everything emerges. Practitioners recognize their individual souls, or Atman, as part of this larger whole, fostering a sense of connectedness.
Taoism emphasizes the Tao as the natural order governing the universe. Individuals seeking harmony align themselves with the Tao, understanding their place in the natural cycle of existence. Meditation and mindfulness practices often emphasize this interconnectedness, encouraging self-awareness and unity with the cosmos.
Monad in Western Mysticism
In Western mysticism, the monad relates to the notion of the divine spark within each person. The teachings of Kabbalah present the idea of Ein Sof, the infinite source from which all creation flows. Each individual possesses a piece of Ein Sof, representing divine uniqueness and interconnectedness.
In the context of theosophy, the monad embodies the soul’s essence, journeying through different lifetimes to evolve spiritually. This perspective prompts practitioners to see their experiences as part of a larger cosmic purpose.
Examples from both traditions reflect the monad’s importance in understanding personal growth, interconnectedness, and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. Engaging in practices like meditation, yoga, or reflective journaling helps integrate these concepts into daily life.
The Significance of Monad in Personal Growth
Understanding the monad plays a vital role in personal growth, as it emphasizes your connection to a greater whole. This realization encourages a more fulfilling life, fostering growth in your spiritual journey.
Connection to Higher Consciousness
The monad represents a link to higher consciousness, allowing you to tap into universal truths. Recognizing your unique place within this framework uplifts you, leading to enhanced awareness and insights. Practices like meditation can deepen this connection. For example, during meditation, focus on your breath and visualize yourself as a wave in the ocean. This imagery connects you to the oneness of existence. By embracing this perspective, you nurture your spiritual growth and become more attuned to higher consciousness.
Impact on Spiritual Practices
Incorporating the monad concept into your spiritual practices enhances their effectiveness. Engaging in reflective journaling, prayer, or intentional silence can clarify your understanding of interconnectedness. For instance, when journaling, contemplate how your actions affect the larger community, and explore your role as part of the whole. This reflection fosters empathy and compassion. Additionally, participation in group meditations amplifies the collective energy, reinforcing the monad’s significance. When you share spiritual experiences with others, you enrich your journey and deepen your understanding of the universal connection.
Conclusion
Embracing the idea of the monad can truly transform your spiritual journey. It invites you to recognize your unique place in the grand tapestry of existence. As you explore this connection to something greater, you’ll likely find a deeper sense of purpose and belonging.
By incorporating practices like meditation and reflection into your routine, you can nurture this understanding. You’ll not only enhance your personal growth but also cultivate compassion and empathy for others. Remember that every wave in the ocean of life contributes to the beauty of the whole. So take a moment to appreciate your individuality while celebrating the unity that binds us all together.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a monad in spirituality?
A monad in spirituality represents the relationship between unity and individuality. It symbolizes the essential oneness connecting everything while allowing for unique experiences, much like waves in an ocean.
How does understanding the monad benefit personal growth?
Understanding the monad fosters compassion and empathy, encouraging individuals to explore their unique roles within the greater whole. This insight promotes self-reflection and enhances the meaning of life.
What practices can help integrate the concept of the monad into daily life?
Engaging in practices like meditation, yoga, and reflective journaling can help individuals incorporate the monad into their lives. These activities encourage self-exploration and a deeper connection to universal truths.
What is the historical background of the monad?
The concept of the monad dates back to ancient Greek philosophers, including Pythagoras and Plotinus, later expanded by Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, who described monads as simple substances containing the universe within them.
How is the monad viewed in different spiritual traditions?
In Eastern traditions, the monad relates to concepts such as Brahman in Hinduism and the Tao in Taoism, emphasizing unity. In Western mysticism, it connects to the divine spark, representing individual souls’ journey towards enlightenment.
Why is the monad significant in understanding interconnectedness?
The monad emphasizes the interconnectedness of all existence, highlighting how each unique contribution enriches the collective experience. This understanding fosters empathy and a sense of belonging in a larger spiritual tapestry.
How can the monad enhance relationships?
Grasping the concept of the monad can deepen connections with others by recognizing shared experiences and individual contributions. This awareness fosters compassion and enriches interpersonal relationships
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