devotion

1. SERIES
ONLINE DEVOTION
Every Thursday 7:40pm

2. Shiningas
Lightsinthe
MOVING FORWARD SERIES

3. Ephesians 2:10
"For we are God's handiwork,
created in Christ Jesus to do
good works, which God
prepared in advance for us to
do."
“

4. Walkingin
YourCalling
MOVING FORWARD SERIES

5. You Are Created with Purpose
“
• The word handiwork (Greek: poiēma)
means "masterpiece"—you are uniquely
designed by God!
• You are not a mistake—God intentionally
created you with a divine assignment.
Ephesians 2:10 – "For we are God's handiwork..."

6. Stop comparing
yourself to others. God
has a specific purpose
for YOU.

7. Your Calling is in Christ
“• Our true purpose is only found in a
relationship with Jesus.
• Apart from Him, we may pursue success,
but we will never find true fulfillment.
• Jesus doesn’t just give us purpose—He IS
our purpose.
"...created in Christ Jesus..."

8. Surrender your plans
to God and allow Him
to guide your steps.

9. You Are Called to Do Good Works
“• We are saved not by good works, but
SAVED by the grace of God through FAITH.
• Good works are the evidence of our faith—
our love for God should lead us to serve
others.
"...to do good works..."

10. What gifts, talents,
or passions has God
given me? How can I
use them for His
glory?

11. God Has Already Prepared Your Path
“• You don’t have to figure out your
purpose alone—God has already
prepared the way!
• Walking in your calling requires faith
and obedience.
"...which God prepared in advance for us to do."

12. Instead of waiting for
the "perfect time,"
step out in faith and
follow where God is
leading you.

13. “1. Light is not just spoken; it is shown
through actions.
2. Jesus said, "They may see your good
deeds..."
3. This means our lifestyle should
reveal Christ to others.

14. Our Light Should Lead
Others to Christ
Matthew 28:19 – "Go and make disciples of all
nations..."

15. “1. The purpose of shining our light is
to point people to Jesus.
2. Just as a lighthouse guides ships
safely, we are to lead people out of
sin and into God’s grace.
3. Evangelism is not just for pastors; it
is for every believer.

16. We can share the gospel by:
• Living a godly life that
makes people curious about
our faith.
• Speaking about Jesus to
family, friends, and co-
workers.

17. THANK
YOU!

18. The Bible emphasizes the power
of unity and the strength found
in Christian fellowship.

19. Find a church or
small group that
helps you grow
in your
relationship with
Christ.

20. Fellowship Encourages Us in Difficult Times
“
1.Life brings challenges, but
Christian community provides
comfort and strength.
2.Sharing burdens in fellowship
lightens the load (Galatians 6:2).
(1 Thessalonians 5:11) – "Therefore encourage one
another and build each other up."

21. Be an
encourager—
reach out,
support, and
uplift others in
your church.

22. Fellowship Reflects the Love of Christ
“
1.True Christian fellowship
demonstrates God’s love to the
world.
2.A strong, united church attracts
others to Christ.
(John 13:34-35) – "By this everyone will know that
you are My disciples, if you love one another."

23. Show love by
serving,
forgiving, and
building
relationships
with fellow
believers.

24. Fellowship Prepares Us for Christ’s Return
“
1.The world is growing darker, and we
need each other more than ever.
2.Fellowship keeps us spiritually alert
and ready for Christ’s coming.
3.The enemy seeks to isolate believers—
staying connected protects our faith.
(Hebrews 10:25) – "…so much the more as you see
the Day approaching."

25. stay committed
to regular
church
gatherings, Bible
studies, and
prayer groups.

26. 1. Fellowship is not optional; it is a vital part of
the Christian life.
2. It strengthens faith, brings encouragement,
reflects Christ’s love, and prepares us for His
return.
3. Let’s be intentional in staying connected and
building a strong Christian community.

27. M o v i n g F o r w a r d i n F a i t h a n d P u r p o s e
2 Peter 3:18 – "But grow in the grace and
knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ."
Why Must We Move Forward Spiritually?
✅ To be effective in God’s Kingdom – A growing Christian impacts
others.
✅ To avoid spiritual backsliding – If we are not moving forward, we are
drifting away.
✅ To experience the fullness of God's plan – Jeremiah 29:11

28. What step can I
take today to
move forward
spiritually ?

29. S p i r i t u a l g r o w t h i s n o t
a u t o m a t i c — i t r e q u i r e s
e ff o r t , c o m m i t m e n t ,
a n d r e l i a n c e o n G o d .

30. Love
Yo u r E n e m i e s
2. Love Even Your Enemies
"But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for
those who persecute you.“
Instead of seeking revenge, we should pray for
them.
This does not mean tolerating evil but
responding in love instead of hatred.

31. Love
Yo u r E n e m i e s
3. Loving Difficult People Reflects God's
Character
"That you may be children of your Father in heaven.“
When we love even those who are difficult, we reflect
God’s nature as His true children.
Just as God provides for both the righteous and the
unrighteous, we should also extend love to all people.

32. Love
Yo u r E n e m i e s
4. Love is a Choice, Not Just a Feeling
Love is not just an emotion but a decision to
respond with grace, even when others do not
deserve it.
This does not mean approving of wrongdoing
but rather showing mercy, forgiveness, and a
desire for reconciliation.

33. How Do We Love Difficult People?
✅ Pray for them – Ask God to work in their hearts
and also help us overcome bitterness.
“
✅ Respond with kindness – Instead of retaliating,
show grace and patience (Romans 12:20-21).
✅ Forgive and release resentment – Forgiveness
frees us from the weight of anger and allows us to
experience God’s peace.

34. JOHN 21:15-17 (NIV)
"When they had finished eating, Jesus said to
Simon Peter, 'Simon son of John, do you love
me more than these?' 'Yes, Lord,' he said, 'you
know that I love you.' Jesus said, 'Feed my
lambs.' Again Jesus said, 'Simon son of John,
do you love me?' He answered, 'Yes, Lord, you
know that I love you.' Jesus said, 'Take care of
my sheep.'
“

35. JOHN 21:15-17 (NIV)
The third time he said to him, 'Simon son of
John, do you love me?' Peter was hurt
because Jesus asked him the third time, 'Do
you love me?' He said, 'Lord, you know all
things; you know that I love you.' Jesus
said, 'Feed my sheep.'"
“

36. "HAVE YOU EVER
BEEN RE JECTED BY
SOMEONE?"

37. Love
T H AT P U R S U E S
Timeline ng Mga Pangyayari:
1. Huling Hapunan (Juan 13:36-38, Mateo 26:31-35) Sinabi
ni Jesus kay Pedro:
"Bago tumilaok ang manok, tatlong beses mo Akong
ikakaila."Matapang na sinabi ni Pedro: "Kahit mamatay
ako, hindi Kita ipagkakaila!“

38. Love
T H AT R E S T O R E S
2. Pagtanggi ni Pedro kay Jesus (Mateo 26:69-75, Marcos
14:66-72, Lucas 22:54-62, Juan 18:15-27)
Matapos arestuhin si Jesus, sumunod si Pedro mula sa
malayo.Tatlong beses siyang tinanong kung kasama siya
ni Jesus, at tatlong beses din niyang itinanggi ito.
Pagtilaok ng manok, at naalala ni Pedro ang sinabi ni
Jesus. Lumabas siya at umiyak nang labis dahil sa
kanyang pagkakamali.

39. Love
T H AT R E S T O R E S
3. Pagkamatay at Muling Pagkabuhay ni Jesus (Juan
20)
• Si Jesus ay ipinako sa krus, inilibing, at muling
nabuhay pagkatapos ng tatlong araw.
• Dalawang beses nang nagpakita si Jesus sa mga
alagad bago ang tagpo sa Juan 21.

40. Love
T H AT R E S T O R E S
Pagpapanumbalik kay Pedro (Juan 21:15-17)
 Sa ikatlong pagpapakita ni Jesus, habang kumakain sila
ng agahan sa tabing dagat, tinanong ni Jesus si Pedro
ng tatlong beses:
"Mahal mo ba Ako?"
 Sa bawat sagot ni Pedro, inutusan siya ni Jesus:
"Pakainin mo ang Aking mga tupa."
 Dito, ni-restore ni Jesus si Pedro bilang isang lider ng
simbahan.

41. Love
T H AT R E S T O R E S
1. RESTORATION THROUGH LOVE (V. 15-17)
Jesus calls Peter by his full name, “Simon son of
John,” signifying a serious and personal moment.
The three times Jesus asks, "Do you love me?",
correspond to the three times Peter denied Him. This
is not condemnation but restoration—Jesus is
giving Peter the chance to reaffirm his love and
loyalty.

42. Love
T H AT R E S T O R E S
2. THE MEANING OF "LOVE“
In the original Greek, Jesus uses two different words for
love:
 Agape (deep, sacrificial love) – Jesus asks if Peter loves
Him with total devotion.
 Phileo (brotherly love, affectionate friendship) – Peter
responds, indicating his human weakness and humility.
 By the third question, Jesus meets Peter where he is,
using phileo, showing that restoration is not based on
Peter’s strength but on Jesus’ grace.

43. Love
T H AT R E S T O R E S
3. A RENEWED PURPOSE: "FEED MY SHEEP“
Each time Peter affirms his love, Jesus commands him:
1. "Feed my lambs" – Care for new believers.
2. "Take care of my sheep" – Shepherd and nurture the church.
3. "Feed my sheep" – Provide spiritual nourishment for all.
 This is Peter’s commissioning as a leader in the early church. His
failure does not disqualify him—Jesus restores him and gives him
a greater purpose.

44. Love
T H AT R E S T O R E S
HOW DOES THIS SPEAK TO US TODAY?
1. God’s Love Restores Us from Failure
 Like Peter, we may have moments of weakness,
mistakes, or denial of our faith.
 Jesus doesn’t discard us—He lovingly restores
and renews us.

45. Love
T H AT R E S T O R E S
HOW DOES THIS SPEAK TO US TODAY?
2. Jesus Sees Beyond Our Past
 Peter thought his failure defined him, but Jesus
saw his potential.
 No matter how far we fall, Jesus still calls us to
Himself and gives us a new purpose.

46. Love
T H AT R E S T O R E S
HOW DOES THIS SPEAK TO US TODAY?
3. Love Calls for Action
 Jesus’ restoration of Peter wasn’t just about feeling
better—it came with a mission: to love and serve
others.
 If we truly love Christ, it should be reflected in how we
care for others, disciple believers, and share the
Gospel.

47. 1 JOHN 4:11
“ Dear friends, since
God so loved us, we
also ought to
one another.
Love

48. THANK
YOU!

49. Understanding God’s Pursuing Love
Biblical Examples of God’s Relentless Love
Adam and Eve (Genesis 3:8-9)
Even After Sinning,
God Sought Them in
the Garden
Instead of abandoning
them, God went
searching for them

50. Genesis 3:8-9
“Then the man and his wife heard the
sound of the Lord God as He was walking
in the garden in the cool of the day, and
they hid from the Lord God among the
trees of the garden. But the Lord God
called to the man, ‘Where are you?’”

51. Understanding God’s Pursuing Love
Biblical Examples of God’s Relentless Love
Jonah 1-4
God Pursued Jonah
Despite His
Disobedience
God never gives up on
us, even when we resist
Him

52. Understanding God’s Pursuing Love
Biblical Examples of God’s Relentless Love
Luke 15:11-32
The Father Ran to
Embrace His Lost
Son
God joyfully welcomes
us back, no matter how
far we’ve strayed

53. Key Takeaways from These Stories:
 God searches for us even when
we hide (Adam and Eve).
 God patiently pursues us when
we resist His call (Jonah).
 God runs to embrace us when we
return (Prodigal Son).
“

54. B. Characteristics of God’s Pursuing
Love
 Unconditional – God loves us not
because of who we are but because of who
He is.
 Persistent – He never gives up on us,
even when we resist Him.
 Sacrificial – Jesus' death on the cross is
the greatest act of God’s pursuit.

55. C. The Ultimate Pursuit: Jesus Christ
 John 3:16 – God sent His
Son to seek and save the lost.
 Luke 19:10 – Jesus came to
seek and save sinners.

56. 2. Our Response to God’s Pursuing
Love
A. Stop Running, Start Returning
 Like the Prodigal Son, we must return to
the Father.
 James 4:8 – "Draw near to God, and He
will draw near to you."

57. 2. Our Response to God’s Pursuing
Love
B. Accept His Love and Grace
 We don’t have to earn His love—
it’s freely given.
 Ephesians 2:8-9 – Salvation is a
gift, not by works.

58. 2. Our Response to God’s Pursuing
Love
C. Share God’s Love with Others
 We are called to reflect His
pursuing love by reaching out to
the lost.
 2 Corinthians 5:20 – We are
ambassadors of Christ.

59. MATTHEW 22:36-40
TEACHER, WHICH
IS THE GREATEST
COMMANDMENT
IN THE LAW?
JESUS REPLIED:
Love the Lord your God
with all your heart and
with all your soul and
with all your mind.' This
is the first and greatest
commandment. And the
second is like it: 'Love
your neighbour as
“

60. MATTHEW 5:16
" In the same way, let your
light shine before others,
that they may see your
good deeds and glorify your
Father in heaven.

61.  God’s love is relentless and always
seeks after us.
 Jesus is the ultimate example of
God’s pursuing love.
 Our response should be to accept
His love and share it with others