New Beginnings in Christ God Uses Every Season 🕊️ Key Scripture (KJV): “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God…”— Romans 8:28 📚 Devotional Thought: As January begins to draw toward its end, we are reminded that no season of life is wasted in God’s hands . Some seasons stretch us. Some heal us. Some prepare us. Some teach us to trust. When we look back, it’s easy to label certain chapters as failures or delays. But God sees them as preparat

“God Is Gentle With Your Heart” Scripture: “A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench…” — Isaiah 42:3 (KJV) Grief can leave your heart feeling bruised—still standing, but fragile. You may feel like you’re holding it together on the outside while everything inside feels tender and worn. God sees that tenderness.And He responds with gentleness. He does not break what is bruised.He does not extinguish what still flickers.He handles your heart with c

Your Words Have Purpose Scripture: “So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void.”  — Isaiah 55:11 (KJV) Today, God reminds you that words written in obedience are never wasted. Even when you cannot see the impact, God is at work through what you place on the page. Your words may comfort someone you’ll never meet.They may plant a seed you’ll never watch grow.They may arrive exactly when a heart needs hope. You are not writing into em

🍗 Chicken & Dumpling Camp Stew A cold-day classic — tender chicken, rich broth, and soft dumplings simmered slow. Serves:  6–8 Cook Time:  45 minutes Ingredients 2 cups cooked shredded chicken 2 tbsp butter 1 small onion, diced 2 carrots, sliced 2 celery stalks, chopped 4 cups chicken broth 1 tsp thyme Salt & black pepper Dumplings 1½ cups biscuit dough, cut into pieces Instructions Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in butter. Add broth, chicken, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simm

“New Beginnings Snowflake Jar”  ❄️✨ Theme: January is about fresh starts, quiet hope, and letting God make all things new. 🧺 Supplies (Dollar Tree): Clear glass jar (mason or candle jar) White paint or Mod Podge Cotton balls or faux snow Snowflake stickers or stencils Battery-operated tea light Ribbon or twine (silver, white, or purple) Permanent marker or vinyl words ✨ Directions: Lightly coat the inside  of the jar with white paint or Mod Podge for a frosted look. Let dry,

🌿 Stepping Forward with Renewed Trust 🌿 A new week begins—not with pressure, but with God’s promise to walk beside us. 4 🌅 Morning Reflection Mondays remind us that beginnings don’t require perfection—only willingness.God doesn’t ask us to have every answer before we start.He asks us to trust Him with today . If last week felt heavy, let today be a reset.God’s mercy didn’t expire over the weekend—it’s new right now. “The Lord shall guide thee continually.” — Isaiah 58:11 (

🌿 Daily Devotional – Trusting God When the Way Is Unfolding Theme:  Obedience Even When the Process Is Uncomfortable Scripture: “And I will harden Pharaoh’s heart, and multiply my signs and my wonders in the land of Egypt.”— Exodus 7:3 (KJV) Reflection: God’s deliverance does not always come all at once. Often, it unfolds step by step—through persistence, patience, and continued obedience. As Moses stood before Pharaoh, it may have appeared that things were getting harder in

📖 Bible Trivia “Renewed Strength Through Hope”  🌅✨ (Challenge Level) 🧠 Main Question (Challenge): According to Isaiah 40:31, what happens to those who wait upon the Lord? A) They will never grow weary B) They will be protected from hardship C) They will renew their strength D) They will prosper in all things 🧠 Bonus Question (Advanced): Which imagery is used in Isaiah 40:31 to describe renewed strength? A) Running without fainting B) Standing firm like a mountain C) Risin

📖 January Bible Study — New Beginnings in Christ God Is Faithful in Every Step 🕊️ Key Scripture (KJV): “Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.”— 1 Thessalonians 5:24 📚 Devotional Thought: As we step into a new week, God gently reminds us of a powerful truth: He is faithful in every step of the journey . Sometimes we start strong but grow weary as time goes on. We wonder if we will make it, if we are doing enough, or if God is still working. But Scripture rea

“New Strength for a New Week” Scripture: “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles…” — Isaiah 40:31 (KJV) Mondays often carry mixed emotions. A new week begins, but the weight of what you carry doesn’t automatically lift. Hope after grief can feel especially fragile at the start of a week—when routines resume and the world expects you to keep moving forward. But God offers a different rhythm. He doesn’t ask you to r

✍️ Author Devotional Begin Again With God Scripture: “This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.”  — Psalm 118:24 (KJV) Monday arrives with a fresh invitation: begin again . Not with pressure. Not with perfection. But with God. Every new week is a reminder that yesterday’s pages do not limit today’s obedience. You don’t have to carry last week’s doubts into this one. You don’t have to fix everything before you start. You simply have to show u

🍲 Hearty Beef & Barley Camp Stew A true trail classic — filling, affordable, and built to give steady strength for the week ahead. Serves:  6–8 Cook Time:  50–60 minutes This stew is thick, earthy, and deeply satisfying — exactly the kind of meal chuckwagon cooks relied on to keep everyone fueled through long winter days. 🥩 Ingredients 1½ lbs beef stew meat or chuck roast, cubed 2 tbsp bacon grease or butter 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, sliced 2 c

💗 “Choose Love Candle Wrap”  🕯️❤️✨ Theme: Choosing love daily — in our words, actions, and hearts. This craft is simple, elegant, and faith-forward  without being overly seasonal. It works for Valentine’s Day and  year-round encouragement. ❤️ Supplies (Dollar Tree): Glass jar candle or LED candle Vellum paper, parchment paper, or tissue paper Permanent marker or vinyl letters Scissors Ribbon or twine Optional: Heart stickers Mini scripture tag Red, pink, purple, or silver a

✧ Agape Love Daily Blog – January 24 ✧ 🌿 Faithful in the Waiting 🌿 Some prayers are answered instantly. Others are answered in the waiting. God is faithful in both. 🌅 Morning Reflection Today invites us to slow our hearts and trust God in the in-between moments.Waiting can feel uncomfortable, but it is often where faith is refined. If you’re waiting for clarity, healing, direction, or peace—know this:God is not silent. He is intentional. “Wait on the Lord: be of good coura

🌿 Saturday Devotional – January 24, 2026 God Hears the Cry of His People Theme:  Trusting God When the Burden Feels Heavy Scripture: “And the Lord said, I have surely seen the affliction of my people… and have heard their cry…”— Exodus 3:7 (KJV) Reflection: There are seasons when the weight feels heavy—when prayers feel urgent and the need for deliverance feels close to the heart. The book of Exodus opens with a powerful reminder: God sees. God hears. God knows. The Israelit

📖 January Bible Study — New Beginnings in Christ Day 24 – January 24th, 2026: God’s Timing Is Perfect 🕊️ Key Scripture (KJV): “To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.”— Ecclesiastes 3:1 📚 Devotional Thought: One of the most difficult lessons in moving forward is trusting God’s timing . We often look back and wish things had happened sooner—or differently. We question delays and wonder if we missed something. But Scripture assures us

🌿 January 24 Grief Support Devotional: “God Meets You in the Waves” Scripture: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” — Psalm 46:1 (KJV) Grief does not move in a straight line.Some days feel steady, and others arrive like waves—unexpected, strong, and hard to brace against. A memory, a date, or a quiet moment can suddenly pull your heart under again. But today, God reminds you of something deeply comforting: He is a very present help. Not distant.N

🔥📖 Bible Trivia – Saturday, January 24th, 2026 Theme: “God’s Strength, Not Ours”  💪✨ (Challenge Level) 🧠 Main Question (Challenge): According to Zechariah 4:6, how is God’s work accomplished? A) By wisdom B) By power C) By might nor power, but by God’s Spirit D) By obedience 🧠 Bonus Question (Advanced): Who was Zerubbabel rebuilding for when this message was spoken? A) The city of Jerusalem B) The walls of Jerusalem C) The temple of the Lord D) The king’s palace 🧠 Chall

✍️ Author Devotional – Saturday, January 24, 2026 Theme:   Rest Is Part of the Calling Scripture: “In quietness and in confidence shall be your strength.”  — Isaiah 30:15 (KJV) Saturday is not a pause in your calling — it is part of it. God never designed creativity to flow endlessly without rest. He knows that quiet moments restore strength, clarity, and joy in the work He’s entrusted to you. As an author, it’s easy to believe rest means falling behind. But today God reminds

🌾 Saturday – January 24 🥩 Saturday Chuckwagon Beef & Vegetable Camp Stew A slow-simmered Saturday classic — hearty, rustic, and perfect for letting the pot work while you rest. Serves:  6–8 Cook Time:  1–1½ hours 🥩 Ingredients 2 lbs beef stew meat or chuck roast, cubed 2 tbsp bacon grease or butter 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 carrots, sliced 4 medium potatoes, diced 2 celery stalks, chopped 5 cups beef broth 1 tsp thyme ½ tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp black