"By Faith" World Ministries

06/07/2026

"RETALIATION FOR GRACE"
(God's love in me seeks my enemy's good)

(Matthew 5:44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;)

This verse is a commandment from Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, where He commands His followers to depart from the natural human instinct for retaliation. Instead of returning hostility with hostility, Jesus calls believers to display active, unconditional goodwill (a love of benevolence, rather than mere affection) toward those who mistreat or oppose us.

*Love your enemies: Choosing to treat adversaries with dignity, respect regardless of their actions. (Luke 6:27 But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,) And (1 Peter 3:9 Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.)

*Bless them that curse you: Responding to verbal abuse, insults, or curses with kind words and grace, rather than insults. (Luke 6:28 Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you.) And (Romans 12:14 Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.)

*Do good to them that hate you: Actively seeking opportunities to help and show kindness to those who wish us harm. (Proverbs 25:21,22 If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink: For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the LORD shall reward thee.) And (Luke 6:35 But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and to the evil.)

*Pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you: Bringing your persecutors to God in prayer. This shifts our perspective, helps release bitterness, and asks for their hearts to change and align with God. (Proverbs 24:17 Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:) And (Luke 6:36 Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.)

Remember, Jesus is specifically referencing and correcting the cultural interpretation of that day. This teaching directly challenges the flawed humanistic "an eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth" which we should be practicing today to mirror the perfect character of God's grace.✨️

Beloved, stay encouraged in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ ✝️

06/07/2026

By Faith World Ministries family and friends, there will be NO IN HOUSE SERVICES TODAY. Have a blessed day in the Lord 🕊

06/06/2026

"BLESS HIS HOLY NAME"

(Psalms 103:1 Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.)

This verse is a cry to praise and adore God. It means to express deep, wholehearted gratitude and reverence, calling upon our absolute innermost being, our mind, emotions, and strength to honor God's holiness.

*Bless the Lord: While we usually receive blessings from God, here the roles are reversed. When we "bless" God, there is an outpouring of praise, thanksgiving, and admiration for His goodness and mercy.

Remember, we called also to "forget not all his benefits". Which includes the forgiveness of sins, healing, redemption from destruction, and God's steadfast love and mercy.✨️

Beloved, be encouraged ✝️

06/05/2026

"PERSECUTION IS NECESSARY"
(We're built for it)

(2 Timothy 2:3 Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.)

This verse is a reminder from the Apostle Paul to Timothy. But we also greatly benefit knowing this today. "Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ," urging us to face the trials of faith with unyielding discipline and courage.

*Endure Hardness: This means to suffer affliction, hardship, or misfortune willingly. Paul reminds Timothy (and all Christians) that living for Christ will not always be easy; we should expect and willingly withstand trials. (2 Timothy 2:12 If we suffer, we shall also reign with him: if we deny him, he also will deny us:); (2 Timothy 3:12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.) And (Isaiah 54:17 No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, saith the LORD.)

Remember, just as military personnel endure separation, danger, and fatigue for their country, Christians are called to sacrifice personal comfort for the sake of the Gospel.✨️

Beloved, stay encouraged ✝️

06/04/2026

"SHINE BRIGHT"
(It's God's reflection through us)

(Matthew 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.)

This verse commands us (believers) to live out our faith publicly and genuinely. We do so by displaying "good works" (acts of kindness, charity (love in action), and righteousness), which reflect God's nature to the world. The ultimate purpose is not to bring attention to oneself, but to direct praise and honor ("glorify") to God.

*And glorify your Father which is in heaven: The motive is crucial. Good deeds should point observers directly to God rather than generating self-praise or drawing attention to ourselves. (Matthew 6:1 Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.) ; (John 1:8,9 He was not that Light, but was sent to bear witness of that Light. That was the true Light, which lighteth every man that cometh into the world.)

Remember, we are to reprove darkness and offer the world clarity, hope, and truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ.✨️

Beloved, stay encouraged ✝️

06/03/2026

"BE LIGHT"
(The world 🌎 is dark enough)

(Ephesians 5:8-20) " For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light:

This verse means that we (believers) have undergone a identity shift. Before knowing/living for Christ, we lived in spiritual ignorance and sin (darkness). Now, through their relationship with Him, we embody His truth and goodness (light) and are called to live outwardly in a way that reflects this new reality.

*The Present "but now are ye light in the Lord": Through salvation, we aren't just given light; we become light because we are united with Jesus Christ. (Ephesians 5:9-13 For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and righteousness and truth;) Proving what is acceptable unto the Lord. And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them. For it is a shame even to speak of those things which are done of them in secret. But all things that are reproved are made manifest by the light: for whatsoever doth make manifest is light.)

Remember, walk in the light and (Ephesians 5:16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.)✨️

Beloved, be encouraged✝️

06/02/2026

"DON'T COMPROMISE"
(It's not worth it)

(Romans 9:1 I say the truth in Christ, I lie not, my conscience also bearing me witness in the Holy Ghost,)

This verse is when the Apostle Paul makes a solemn oath to emphasize his absolute sincerity and deep grief over his fellow people rejecting Jesus as the Messiah. We believers share in this responsibility to speak God's truth to this falling world.

*I say the truth in Christ, I lie not: By invoking Christ, he is putting his integrity on the line, emphasizing that he is not being deceitful. (John 8:32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.) ; (1 Timothy 2:7 Whereunto I am ordained a preacher, and an apostle, (I speak the truth in Christ, and lie not;) a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and verity.)

Remember, like Paul is not acting on human wisdom alone; he is guided, enlightened, and validated by the Holy Spirit. So should we.✨️

Beloved, stay encouraged and truthful. ✝️

06/01/2026

"MATURITY, WE MUST GROW UP IN CHRIST"
(Stay about our Father’s business)

(Luke 22:42 Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.)

This verse captures the ultimate moment of Jesus’ submission to God the Father in the Garden of Gethsemane, just before His betrayal and crucifixion. We see Jesus as the perfect example as to how we ought to submit today.

*Nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done: Despite His human side exhibiting a fleshly desire, Jesus ultimately chose complete obedience to the Father's plan. (Matthew 26:42 He went away again the second time, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if this cup may not pass away from me, except I drink it, thy will be done.) And (John 6:38 For I came down from heaven, not to do mine own will, but the will of him that sent me.)

Remember, like Jesus by surrendering His own desires, He prioritized the salvation of humanity above His own comfort which was the Father’s will.✨️

Beloved, stay encouraged ✝️

05/31/2026