THE WORD OF THE WEEK - WOW - PRESENTED BY EXHORTATION MINISTRIES

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION:   A steadfast, unwavering commitment expressed through loyalty, truthfulness, reliability, and consistent obedience Add to word list SCRIPTURES:Anchor Scripture: Romans 8:30 - “Moreover whom God predestined, these God also called; whom God called, these God also justified; and whom God  justified, these God also glorified.” Proverbs 20:6-7 - “Most men will proclaim eac...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION:   A specific task, duty, or piece of work that is given to someone by an authority (teacher, leader, employer, or system) with the expectation that it will be completed according to stated instructions, standards, or goals. Add to word list SCRIPTURES:  Anchor Scripture: Romans 8:30 - “Moreover whom God predestined, these God also called; whom God called, these God als...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION:   Identity is the unique blend of qualities, values, roles, and experiences that shape how a person understands themselves and determines how they show up in the world. Add to word list SCRIPTURES:Anchor Scripture: Romans 8:30 - “Moreover whom God predestined, these God also called; whom God called, these God also justified; and whom God  justified, these God also glor...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: “ something said or written as a reply , or something done as a reaction .” Add to word list SCRIPTURES:Anchor Scripture: Romans 8:30 - “Moreover whom God predestined, these God also called; whom God called, these God also justified; and whom God  justified, these God also glorified.” 1 Corinthians 13   Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: “Discernment is the ability to recognize, distinguish, and judge clearly between things that may look similar on the surface.” Add to word list SCRIPTURES:Anchor Scripture: Romans 8:30 - “Moreover whom God predestined, these God also called; whom God called, these God also justified; and whom God  justified, these God also glorified.” 1 Corinthians 2:14   “The natural...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: Calling is the internal pull or conviction that a person is meant to pursue a particular path, vocation, or contribution in life. It is also the divine invitation, assignment, or purpose that God places on a person’s life. Add to word list SCRIPTURES:Anchor Scripture: Romans 8:30 - “Moreover whom God predestined, these God also called; whom God called, these God also j...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION:   Transformation means a thorough, complete, and fundamental change in form, nature, character, or function. It is not surface‑level change. It is deep change — the kind that alters identity, direction, and behavior. Add to word list SCRIPTURES: Ecclesiastes 3:1 — “To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under t he heavens”. Romans 12:2 - Do not co...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION:a mental health disorder marked by a persistent low mood, loss of interest, and changes in thinking, energy, sleep, or appetite. It is more than sadness — it affects how a person feels, thinks, and functions. Add to word list SCRIPTURES: Ecclesiastes 3:1 — “T o everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under t he heavens”. Matthew 11:28 - Jesus said, “Co...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: Courage is mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty . It is the ability to control your fear in a dangerous or difficult situation . It is the quality of mind or spirit that enables a person to face difficulty, danger, or pain without withdrawing . Add to word list SCRIPTURES: Ecclesiastes 3:1 — “To everything there is a...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: Completely grown or developed in emotional, physical or intellectual capacity. Add to word list SCRIPTURES: Ecclesiastes 3:1 — “To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” 1 Corinthians 13:11 - “ When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put the ways of childhoo...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: The process in which something changes from one state to another;a passage or developmental shift. SCRIPTURES: Ecclesiastes 3:1 — “To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” Joshua 1:9 — “Be strong and courageous… for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Romans 12:2 — “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transfo...

Send us Fan Mail SERIES: PROTECT WORD OF THE WEEK “WEAPON” DEFINITION: A weapon is any tool, object, or means used to defend, resist, or overcome a threat. It is something designed or chosen to protect, fight, push back, or neutralize danger—whether that danger is physical, emotional, mental, or spiritual. Scriptures: Psalms 91:1“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: means to conceal, cover, or withdraw something from sight—either for protection or secrecy. Scriptures: Psalms 91:1 - “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” Psalm 143:9 - “Rescue me from my enemies, Lord, for I hide myself in you.” Psalm 27:5 - “For in the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; h...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: Betrayal is the violation of trust through disloyal, deceptive, or harmful actions—especially by someone who was expected to protect, support, or remain faithful. Scriptures: Psalms 91:1“ He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” Psalm 41:9 - “9Even my own familiar friend in whom I trusted, who ate my bread, Has l...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: A boundary is a real or imagined line that marks a limit. It defines where something begins and ends, and it separates one area, person, or thing from another. Scriptures: Psalm 91:1 - “1Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” Psalm 119:11 “Your word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against You.” Romans 12:...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: something rooted in relationship—It is formed, sustained, and expressed through connection between people (or between God and people) Scriptures: Psalm 91 - “1Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 - “9Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor:10If either of them falls...

Send us Fan Mail NEW SERIES:PROTECT WORD OF THE WEEK - “PROTECT”  DEFINITION: to keep someone or something safe from harm, danger, loss, or attack. It is the act of covering, guarding, defending, or preserving what is valuable. Scriptures: Psalm 91 - “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. Isaiah 54:17 - "No weapon formed against you shall pros...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: To not succeed in accomplishing a goal, expectation, requirement, or desired outcome Scriptures: Psalm 66:10 - "For you, God, tested us; you refined us like silver.” Psalm 121:4 — “Behold, He that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.” L amentations 3:22-23 Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. T hey are ne...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: An obstacle is anything that blocks progress, makes movement difficult, or stands in the way of achieving a goal. Scriptures: Psalm 66:10 - “10For you, God, tested us; you refined us like silver.”1 John 2:9 — “Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister is still in the darkness.”Proverbs 25:19 — “Like a broken tooth or a lame foot is reliance on...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: The “why” for which something is done, created or for which something exists: Scriptures: Psalm 66:10 - “10For you, God, tested us; you refined us like silver.” Jeremiah 29:11 - “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Romans 12:2 - “Do not conform to the pattern of this wo...

Send us Fan Mail SERIES:TESTS WORD OF THE WEEK - “ANXIETY” DEFINITION: Anxiety is an emotional state marked by apprehensive uneasiness, nervousness, or fear about an anticipated event or possible misfortune Scriptures: Psalm 66:10 - “10For you, God, tested us; you refined us like silver.” Psalm 23:4 - “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your ro...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: is any method used to measure, evaluate, or determine something—such as knowledge, ability, health, quality, or performance. Scriptures: Psalm 66:10 - “For you, God, tested us; you refined us like silver.” Deuteronomy 8:2 - “Remember how the Lord your God led you all the way in the wilderness these forty years, to humble and test you in order to know what was in your h...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: a person who is fanatical and uncompromising in pursuit of their religious, political, or other ideals; a member of an ancient Jewish sect that aimed at a world Jewish theocracy and resisted the Romans until AD 70. Scriptures: Isaiah 9:7 Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and t...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION: Yoke - a wooden crosspiece that is fastened over the necks of two animals and attached to the plow or cart that they are to pull: a frame fitting over the neck and shoulders of a person, used for carrying pails or baskets. Scriptures: Jeremiah 5:5 - “I will go to the great, and will speak to them, for they know the way of the Lord And the ordinance of their God. But th...

Send us Fan Mail DEFINITION:   A letter of the modern English alphabet, the twenty‑fourth in sequence, used both as a consonant and a symbol across multiple fields Scriptures: DEUTORONOMY 29:29 The secret things belong to the Lord our God, but the things revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may follow all the words of this law. Matthew 13:44 - “The kingdom of heaven is like t...