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No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings. Really?
1 Samuel 8 (written around 1050 BC) records the moment when God’s people—the nation of Israel—rejected God as their King and demanded an earthly king to judge them “like all the other nations.” In verse 7, God tells the prophet Samuel, “Obey the voice of the people in all that they say to you, for…
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Day 7 Be Humble and Gracious (Your New BHAG)
A 7-day devotional “Ambitious for a Quiet Life” Day 7: Be Humble and Gracious (Your New BHAG) Key Thought: Lasting ambition is rooted in humility.Scripture: “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will lift you up.” — James 4:10Reflection: The world says “go higher.” Jesus says “go lower.” True greatness grows in humility, grace, and trust.Call to Action: Do one unseen act…
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Day 6 Listening before Speaking
A 7-day devotional “Ambitious for a Quiet Life” Day 6: Listening before Speaking Key Thought: Wisdom begins with restraint.Scripture: “Be quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger.” — James 1:19Reflection: Quiet faith doesn’t mean silence—it means discernment. Listening opens doors that pride closes.Call to Action: In one conversation today, focus fully on understanding before replying.Prayer:Holy Spirit, give me…
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Day 5 Gentleness that Shines
A 7-day devotional “Ambitious for a Quiet Life” Day 5: Gentleness that Shines Key Thought: Quiet character speaks louder than loud words.Scripture: “Let your gentleness be evident to all.” — Philippians 4:5Reflection: In a harsh world, gentleness is power under control. It reveals a heart ruled by grace, not ego.Call to Action: Respond gently to someone who frustrates you today.Prayer:Lord…
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Day 4 Peace over Pressure
A 7-day devotional “Ambitious for a Quiet Life” Day 4: Peace over Pressure Key Thought: True success is peace with God, not productivity.Scripture: “In quietness and trust shall be your strength.” — Isaiah 30:15Reflection: When we measure worth by busyness, we lose the calm that gives us strength. Peace grows when we trust God to handle what we cannot.Call…
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Day 3 Work with your Hands
A 7-day devotional “Ambitious for a Quiet Life” Day 3: Work with your Hands Key Thought: Ordinary work can honor an extraordinary God.Scripture: “…mind your own affairs and work with your hands.” — 1 Thessalonians 4:11Reflection: Diligence in everyday tasks is worship when done unto the Lord. Faithfulness in small things shapes our witness.Call to Action: Perform today’s routine task…
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Day 2 Aspire to Quiet
A 7-day devotional “Ambitious for a Quiet Life” Day 2: Aspire to Quiet Key Thought: God values peace over performance.Scripture: “Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life.” — 1 Thessalonians 4:11Reflection: In a world that rewards noise, God honors quiet strength. A tranquil heart reflects deep trust in Him.Call to Action: Choose one daily moment to be still…
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Day 1 Holy Ambition
A 7-day devotional “Ambitious for a Quiet Life” Day 1: Holy Ambition Key Thought: God’s greatest goal for us is not success, but sanctification.Scripture: “This is the will of God—your sanctification.” — 1 Thessalonians 4:3Reflection: Ambition itself is not wrong; it depends on what we’re aiming for. Paul redirects our ambition from achievement to holiness. Growth in Christ is…
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Are You Ambitious?
Over the past two months, I’ve been riveted by the Apostle Paul’s teaching in 1 Thessalonians 4. In verse 3, he says that “this is the will of God—your sanctification.” As Paul unpacks this chapter and explains the “how,” he tucks in a phrase that almost sneaks up on us: “Make it your ambition to lead…
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Day 7 Living in True Freedom
From Labor to Life: A 7-day journey to Freedom and Faithfulness Day 7: Living in True Freedom Scripture: “So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” — John 8:36 Reflection:The world’s system binds us with pressure and performance, but Jesus offers a better way — freedom in faithfulness. When we find our…
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