"Our Divine Rhythm"
Good morning VOD 🕊
"And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works"
"Our Divine Rhythm"
This is what we do best...
Intentionally look out for each other!
Stimulation, provocation, and motivation are what many of us live for! It's our creative nature that drives us... along with our love for one another. It our gift from the Spirit who dwells within us!
What other communities have that kind of drive? Creative works inspired by the Divine nature of God Himself, through His Spirit?
This divine spark, however, faces challenges...at times it's very easy to become side tracked... a for instance is the weather trends we've been experiencing lately as a whole.
Our daily routines get disrupted and we can easily lose sight of what is meant to be our focus. And just like habits are formed out of repetition ... (3 times in a row and your nearly there), those same habits especially good ones can be "unformed" in those same 3 days!
Sometimes we need to be reminded, "jump started," so to speak.
And no other community can do that better than people who communicate through Divine inspiration. It's our 'Way' of showing each other and the world what we see through Jesus' eyes...
There are many non believers that can look at art and see mere form, but believers look and see divine meaning...
It's artform communicating from the One who inspired it!
Believers see what no-one else can, because it was created for them and to them alone... because Jesus just met them precisely where they were at when it spoke to them!
It's important that we don't stop this cycle of communication... who doesn't want to know what God has to say?
And when our routine needs to be refreshed, other believers need to be around to rekindle that love, and stir up those good ideas, and keep the cycle of faith producing those "good works"...
It is after all, our creative nature!
* Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of Your Spirit and the sacred call to provoke one another to love and good works. Help us,
Your workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works to intentionally encourage each other, not neglecting to meet together.
May we always do everything as though working for You, not for human masters, living out Your glory in all we say and do. Rekindle our passion, refresh our routines, and keep us united in Your love, in Jesus' name Amen.
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Hebrews 10:24
Ephesians 2:10
Colossians 3:23
In my personal journey of faith, I've found that maintaining our 'divine rhythm'—the cycle of inspiring and encouraging one another—is essential for spiritual growth and creativity. Hebrews 10:24 reminds us to consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, which resonates deeply with me as something more than a call to action; it’s a lifestyle that shapes our community. I've noticed that in times of distraction or change, like shifting weather patterns or life’s unexpected challenges, the routines that keep us anchored can easily falter. Just as habits form with repetition, they can also unravel quickly without consistent nurturing. This is where the power of fellowship within a faith community becomes invaluable. Being surrounded by others who share that divine spark and creative drive can rekindle our passion and refocus our priorities. What strikes me most about this divine rhythm is how it transcends mere motivation—it’s about sharing a vision and seeing through Jesus’ eyes. Art, worship, and daily acts of kindness become more than just actions; they communicate the love and purpose God instills in us. Even when nonbelievers might only see the surface, believers perceive the deeper meaning crafted uniquely for each individual’s journey. In practice, I make it a priority to connect regularly with fellow believers, whether through prayer groups, creative collaborations, or simple conversations. These interactions keep the cycle of faith alive and active, enabling us to produce good works that reflect His glory. It’s a reminder that we are handiworks created for purpose, called to intentionally support one another not just in grand gestures but in everyday encouragements. Ultimately, our divine rhythm sustains us, refreshes our routines, and strengthens the bonds of love within our community. It is a beautiful testament to the Spirit’s work within us, inspiring creativity and unity. I encourage anyone feeling disconnected or distracted to reach out, to be stirred up and to stir up others—because together, we embody the living expression of faith in action.
