Our Given Purpose with Torrie Slaughter

Bible Study & Devotional 265 Guiding Scripture: Ephesians 1:10 ‘to be put into effect when the times reach their fulfillment—to bring unity to all things in heaven and on earth under Christ.’ Unity: A Serious Pursuit written by: Torrie Slaughter Today we begin reading the letter to the Ephesian Church. The Apostle Paul greets the believers, and in the original Greek verses, 3 through 14 is one...

Bible Study & Devotional Day 264 You are Worthy Contributing writer: Kendra Dublin Dear God, I thank you for your unfailing love for your people. I thank you for keeping me long enough to tell another testimony. I give praise to you as you heard my plea. For 23 years, I dealt with extreme cycles. Sometimes I couldn’t sleep, work or focus on the day, but you held me long enough for a testimony....

Bible Study & Devotional 263 Guiding Scripture: Galatians 5:13 ‘You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.’ Selfless Incentive written by: Torrie Slaughter As Paul continues his letter to the Galatian church, we glean helpful instruction. For many of us, love seems simple, but it is a pearl o...

Bible Study & Devotional Day 262 Guiding Scripture: “Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.’” ( Isaiah 30:21 ) Making Decisions God’s Way Contributing writer: Lisa C. Gant Not long ago, I was presented with an investment opportunity that looked great on paper. People were gathering together in the spirit of bu...

Bible Study & Devotional 261 Guiding Scripture: Psalms 62:8 ‘Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge. ‘ Confidence written by: Torrie Slaughter A relationship built on trust has the ability and strength to stand firm during trials. I am learning about my lack of faith in God because I limit my Heavenly Father based on human deception. I’m sure...

Bible Study & Devotional (Day 260) Guiding Scripture: Isaiah 25:8 he will swallow up death forever. The Sovereign Lord will wipe away the tears from all faces; he will remove his people’s disgrace from all the earth. The Lord has spoken. Beautifully Expected End Contributing Writer: Lindsey Capron There’s an expected end for the life of the believer. As we deal with the catastrophic result of...

Bible Study & Devotional 259 Nothing to Prove written by: Tiffiany Langston 'In Christ' holds so much promise, assurance, and confidence. We must find our confidence 'in Christ' because otherwise, our why becomes more about "we" than He. It's a slippery slope to try and rebuild what God seeks to destroy, yet we often do just that. We are meant to die to ourselves and live for God. God desires...

Bible Study & Devotional 257 Guiding Scripture: Proverbs 23:12 ‘ Apply your heart to instruction and your ears to words of knowledge.’ Application written by: Torrie Slaughter How will you combat inertia? Google defines inertia as a tendency to do nothing or to remain unchanged- inactivity or passivity. Our knowledge may be invisible, yet it affects every area of our lives. As a life coach, I...

Bible Study & Devotional 256 Flaunting Folly written by: Torrie Slaughter The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Yesterday, we read Psalm 56, and I hope you prayerfully considered if you place your trust in God, always in all ways. Jesus is the way to eternal life with our Heavenly Father. The longer we resist that fact…well. ( John 14:5-7 ) What does the Bible say about fools, and w...

Bible Study & Devotional 255 Guiding Scripture: Psalm 56:3 “ When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” Confident Trust written by: Torrie Slaughter Many psalms help us organize our thought and seek clarity through God’s truth. We worship a mighty living God who knows our struggles because He goes before us. He knows our enemies because their father is Satan. Psalm 56 is an incredible example o...

Bible Study & Devotional (Day 253) Guiding Scripture: Proverbs 23:1-3 (KJV), When thou sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before thee: And put a knife to thy throat, if thou be a man given to appetite. Be not desirous of his dainties: for they are deceitful meat. Choices and Habits Contributing Writer: Temi Michael-O Proverbs 23:1-3 (KJV), When thou sittest to eat with a...

Bible Study & Devotional (Day 252) Guiding Scripture :  Psalm 53:1-6 🔴His way. His story. His timing. His glory Contributing Writer: Robin Lambert Life isn't fair! Terrible things happen to good people while the wicked cruise through life with their material wealth, status, and fame. Good people believe in God, while the fool mocks them for believing in someone invisible, so detached and...

Bible Study & Devotional  Day 251 “Rituals vs. True Sacrifice” Written by: Stephanie Bright The book of Isaiah is full of prophecies that were not just for the people in that era but also us today. As we begin reading this book, in the first two chapters, we see that God has used Isaiah in an attempt to grab the attention of the Israelites. God is frustrated with their daily choices. By t...

Bible Study & Devotional 250 2 Corinthians 9:2 For I know your eagerness to help, and I have been boasting about it to the Macedonians, telling them that since last year you in Achaia were ready to give; and your enthusiasm has stirred most of them to action. Ready to Give Written by Reason A. Chandler Ready- easily available or obtained; within reach. Within the ministry context, our relation...

Bible Study & Devotional 249 Guiding Scripture:  Proverbs 22:22-23 ‘Do not exploit the poor because they are poor and do not crush the needy in court, for the Lord will take up their case and will exact life for life.’ Righteous Judge written by: Torrie Slaughter Scripture tells us that to fear the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. If we are tempted to oppress the afflicted, we insult God...

Bible Study & Devotional 24 8 Guiding Scripture: Psalm 49:3 , ‘ My mouth will speak words of wisdom; the meditation of my heart will give you understanding.’ A Wise Choice written by: Torrie Slaughter The psalmist is teaching us a valuable lesson about interpersonal communication. He lets us know that the words he will speak are from God because he thoughtfully pursued His truth. Psalm 49 focu...

Bible Study & Devotional 247 Guiding scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-9, “I am not sorry that I sent that severe letter to you, though I was sorry at first, for I know it was painful to you for a little while.  Now I am glad I sent it, not because it hurt you, but because the pain caused you to repent and change your ways. It was the kind of sorrow God wants his people to have, so you were no...

Bible Study & Devotional 246 Guiding Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:1-2 “Again I saw all the oppressions that are done under the sun. And behold, the tears of the oppressed,and they had no one to comfort them! On the side of their oppressors there was power, and there was no one to comfort them. And I thought the dead who are already dead more fortunate than the living who are still alive.” This Wo...

Bible Study & Devotional Day 245 Guiding Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:9   ‘What has been will be again, what has been done will be done again; there is nothing new under the sun.’ Meaningless Vapor? written by: Torrie Slaughter The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. ( Proverbs 9:10 ) It is where we begin our journey to living a meaningful life by providing an example to the next ge...

Bible Study & Devotional 244 Guiding Scripture: ( 2 Corinthians 5:21, NIV ) “God made him who had no sin to be sin for us so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.” Breaking the Curse of Perfectionism Contributing Writer: Lisa C. Gant Hello, my name is Lisa, and I am a recovering perfectionist. I have a vivid memory of being the last child in my kindergarten class to finish a dr...

Bible Study & Devotional 243 Read Today’s Assigned Passages Guiding Scripture: Proverbs 22:13 ‘ The sluggard says, “There’s a lion outside! I’ll be killed in the public square!” ‘ Absurdity Written by: Torrie Slaughter I’m not a fan of mosquitoes. I think they are very disrespectful insects. There are certain areas I will not travel into because I know they are out for blood. I allowed these t...

Bible Study & Devotional 242 Read Today’s Assigned Passages Guiding Scripture: Proverbs 22:11 ‘One who loves a pure heart and who speaks with grace will have the king for a friend.’ Graceful Speech Written by Torrie Slaughter What does it mean to think, speak, and act gracefully? Well, at the root is love. Grace inclines a person to share generously that which is unexpected and undeserved. To...

Bible Study & Devotional 241 Read Today’s Assigned Passages Guiding Scripture: Proverbs 22:9 ‘The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.’ Thoughtful Generosity Written by Torrie Slaughter Being liberal with our time, assets, or talents is scientifically proven to increase joy. Our overall understanding of happiness propels us to bond with others. One coul...

Bible Study & Devotional 240 Read Today’s Assigned Passages Guiding Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14 ‘But thanks be to God, who always leads us as captives in Christ’s triumphal procession and uses us to spread the aroma of the knowledge of him everywhere.’ Defending Opportunities Written by Torrie Slaughter God’s thoughts are higher, and His plans are always good. In Paul’s second letter to the...

Bible Study & Devotional 239 Read Today’s Assigned Passages Guiding Scripture: Psalm 41:9   ‘Even my close friend, someone I trusted, one who shared my bread, has turned against me. ‘ I Would Never Written by: Torrie Slaughter Can you imagine the incredible pain of a close friend betraying your trust? Or worse yet, being abandoned at a crucial time during sickness? Let’s face it, recoveri...