#godly leaders

[yeslordmyking]

July, 7 (Morning) Devotion

“Brethren, pray for us.”

1 Thessalonians 5:25

This one morning in the year we reserved to refresh the reader’s memory upon the subject of prayer for ministers, and we do most earnestly implore every Christian household to grant the fervent request of the text first uttered by an apostle and now repeated by us. Brethren, our work is solemnly momentous, involving weal or woe to thousands; we treat with souls for God on eternal business, and our word is either a savour of life unto life, or of death unto death. A very heavy responsibility rests upon us, and it will be no small mercy if at the last we be found clear of the blood of all men. As officers in Christ’s army, we are the especial mark of the enmity of men and devils; they watch for our halting, and labour to take us by the heels. Our sacred calling involves us in temptations from which you are exempt, above all it too often draws us away from our personal enjoyment of truth into a ministerial and official consideration of it. We meet with many knotty cases, and our wits are at a non plus; we observe very sad backslidings, and our hearts are wounded; we see millions perishing, and our spirits sink. We wish to profit you by our preaching; we desire to be blest to your children; we long to be useful both to saints and sinners; therefore, dear friends, intercede for us with our God. Miserable men are we if we miss the aid of your prayers, but happy are we if we live in your supplications. You do not look to us but to our Master for spiritual blessings, and yet how many times has He given those blessings through His ministers; ask then, again and again, that we may be the earthen vessels into which the Lord may put the treasure of the gospel. We, the whole company of missionaries, ministers, city missionaries, and students, do in the name of Jesus beseech you

“Brethren, pray for us.”

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#God #Jesus #christianity #faith #prayer #pray for church leaders #pray for one another #pray for others #God's disciples #God's followers #ministry #evangelism #soldiers of Christ #convert souls to Christ #spread God's word #spread the gospel #godly leaders #devotional #bible verse

[straightfromthetorturedpoetsdept]

it's wild to me how because so many people are part of an organized religion, we're not allowed to call it for what it is (a cult). people will try and defend organized religion against cult allegations like the BITE model isn't readily available for anyone to google.

#it's actually INSANE to me that we just let billions of people walk around in cults under the guise of well the followers dont think so #like you literally have people giving money on a weekly basis kicking or beating their kids for being gay or slutty #people walk around 24/7 wondering whether an invisible sky daddy killed their parents as retribution for their sins #people wear the clothes and eat the things that their so called leaders tell them they should #people sit around debating whether or not its godly to wear fucking make up and have more than one romantic partner in their dating history #people disown family members for not subscribing to their own religion #people will literally lose their entire community once they become an atheist #how is that not a fucking cult pray tell #religion #personal

[alfida]

@likemosaic wanted a starter! (accepting)

It was dawn ; a comforting time for Alfida. Most of the other apostles she knew disliked the sun to one extent or another, yet it was a ritual of hers to gaze upon each dawn — never knowing if she'd see another. Standing on the walls surrounding Falconia, Alfida stared at the rising sun until she had to look away. Instead, she turned to the interior of Falconia. The illustrious city (or perhaps it would be more accurate to call it a metropolis) was one beyond mortal means to construct. With its illustrious marble and stone constructed buildings and statues taller than any mortal man could possibly construct in one lifetime, it truly looked like a paradise on earth. After a fashion, the Sunlit Halberd was inclined to say it was.

It was uncommon for her kind to think of their own mortality, Alfida reflected ( not for the first time ) as she continued to patrol the walls. Not that she needed to ; some habits simply die hard. If there was a safe haven from the world, it was Falconia.

But mortality. It had been a long time since she was a mortal, though in that time apostles had been slain. Was it so out of the ordinary to think one may die in a world as ruthless as this one? It certainly felt like it. She was a subject to Causality, after all. Would her status as an apostle one day get her killed?

It was while in this reflective state she happened upon The Absolute, who was also gazing off into the horizon (though notably not directly at the dawn as she had been). Falling immediately to her knees in reverence, she kept her gaze fixed on the perfectly cut stones of the wall. Her first thoughts were of wondering if he really should be out here alone, but she dismissed those — he was a member of the God Hand. He needed no protection, and any he had were usually simply for show.

„Your majesty,” her words were clear and full of respect, „forgive me if I speak out of turn, but... are you enjoying the dawn as well?”

She had little hope the Falcon of Light would deign to give her an answer to such an inane question, but perhaps he would be generous today. After all, who better to ask about Causality than a member of a group that watches over it?

#likemosaic #[alfida || in character] #[let us begin || starter] #[The Sunlit Apostle || Berserk AU] #( Hope this is good! ) #( Imagine coming across your godly leader and asking him if he's watching the sunrise )

[feraecor]

I wanna talk about the 🅱️eNIS but I’m still at work damnit!!!

#{kei babble} occ #~especially since we’re bringing divine dragons into this #~and Diyei is over here like “ofc I have a godly dick #~like what do you take him for? #~he’s the Rhoa’ni god and leader ofc his dick is legendary

[freshvanillapng]

all the lotr references in the last double life session made me very happy so have scar as legolas and grian as aragorn

#double life #grian #goodtimeswithscar #double life smp #double life fanart #grian fanart #goodtimeswithscar fanart #my artwork #lord of the rings #i know they dont match personality wise but grian was the leader of fellowship of the red #and scar was godly with his bow #so #have this #brainrot^2 #my art

[what-in-procrastination]

okay obviously the plot of the new percy jackson book is stupid and makes no sense but also like, whatever. like he knows I’m still gonna read it and probably cry and I can’t fault him for that he’s literally correct

#obviously it makes no sense that new time u would need god recommendations #first of all he’s fucking percy jackson second of all its made clear that the romans have minimal contact with the gods #and actually have demigod community leaders separate from direct godly power (proven bc they can be legacies) #and even so #what can I say bc I’m still gonna read it #percy jackson #fuck I meant new rome

[musingongoodness]

Temptations of Spiritual Leaders

Administrative Focus Over Serving People: The temptation to prioritize managing things over serving people out of love and calling.

Mechanical Approach to Spiritual Matters: The temptation to become mechanical and robotic in handling spiritual matters, risking becoming a professional minister rather than a servant.

Coasting on Spiritual Maturity: The temptation to coast on one's own spiritual maturity, mistakenly equating leadership with maturity.

Seeking Joy in Material Security: The temptation to seek joy and happiness based on material security, rather than spiritual fulfillment.

Becoming Hardened Toward People: The temptation to become hardened and distrustful toward people due to past disappointments and disillusionment.

Finding Satisfaction in Others' Failures: The temptation to find satisfaction in the failure of another leader, often driven by jealousy.

Measuring Success by Numbers: The temptation to measure success in ministry by numbers, buildings, and budgets, rather than focusing on spiritual quality and maturity.

Reacting Against New Truth: The temptation to react against new truths based on who proclaims them, rather than evaluating them objectively.

Excusing Little Sins and Shortcomings: The temptation to excuse minor sins, habits, and shortcomings due to stress or sacrificial lifestyles.

Using People for Personal Gain: The temptation to use people for personal gain, to boost ministry status, or to achieve personal goals.

Relying on Habits Over Living Christ's Life: The temptation to rely on learned habits and legalistic principles instead of living out the life of Christ through abiding in Him.

Becoming Presumptuous About Sacred Things: The temptation to let the things of God become too familiar, leading to presumptuousness regarding sacred matters.

Replacing the Precious with Lesser Substitutes: Drawing from 1 Kings 14:26, where leaders replaced shields of gold with shields of brass, symbolizing the danger of replacing what is precious with lesser or second-best substitutes.

Please pray for your church leaders, elders, and all those are in authority so that they may not fall into temptations and if they are already in temptations, then they get delivered from them by power of Holy Spirit. Praise God for interceding for all of us in heaven so that we all may have chance to repent of our sins and come closer to you. May we all have the necessary wisdom to help live lives that bring glory to you daily. Amen!

#church leaders #church life #godly living #godly wisdom #church service #temptation #christian prayer #christian blog #christian faith #christian life #christian living #christianity #god loves you #repentance #love one another #church fathers #church family #church #church membership #prayer for today #prayer for protection #Instagram

[biblebloodhound]

The Source of True Godliness (1 Timothy 3:14-16)

Everything about the Christian is to exude the very life of Christ.

Jesus Christ and the Apostles, by Nicolás Martínez Ortiz (1907-1990) Although I hope to come to you soon, I am writing you these instructions so that, if I am delayed, you will know how people ought to conduct themselves in God’s household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth. Beyond all question, the mystery from which true godliness springs is…

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#1 timothy #1 timothy 3 #apostle paul #christian life #christian ministry #christianity #church leaders #church life #church ministry #divine mystery #first timothy #god&039;s word #godliness #godly life #goodness #jesus christ #living truth #paul and timothy #pauline epistles #person and work of christ #spiritual connection #the church #the heart #the living god #truth #union with christ

[yeslordmyking]

Romans 15:32 — Today's Verse for Sunday, August 13, 2023

#God #Jesus #christianity #faith #God's presence #godly purpose #spiritual restoration #spiritual renewal #tomorrow is not promised #you only have right now #brothers and sisters in Christ #gathering of the saints #godly company #godly leaders #godly influence #in awe of God #thank you God #bible verse #heartlight

[3duardoq]

I forgot!

Those are the identities that we all too often allow others to place upon us and sad to say sometimes we develop our sense of identity not by what we’ve discovered about ourselves but what others have said about us.

Everyone one of us struggle from time to time with the issue of forgetfulness. We forget little things – things like; where we placed our glasses or our keys. Have you ever been driving down the road and you suddenly become aware that you might have missed your exit? Or, you realize you’ve driven 8 miles and you don’t remember how you got there? Forgetting little things is a normal part of life –…

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#a real man #American men #christian dad #Christian men #Ejq3 #Godly men #LEADER #MAN #real men #who am I #who are you

[kdmiller55]

Abuse of Authority

1 He who is often reproved, yet stiffens his neck,     will suddenly be broken beyond healing. 2 When the righteous increase, the people rejoice,     but when the wicked rule, the people groan. 3 He who loves wisdom makes his father glad,     but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth. 4 By justice a king builds up the land,     but he who exacts gifts tears it down. 5 A man who flatters…

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#authority #care #compassion #folly #foolishness #fools #godliness #godly leaders #Hezekiah #holiness #leaders #leadership #Proverbs #Proverbs 29 #Solomon #the king #the poor #the way of the wise #wisdom

[thinkingonscripture]

Godly Leadership: A Different Metric for Measuring Success

When considering those called into service by the Lord, success is measured by faithfulness to God, His Word, and the call itself, rather than output or results.

By most standards, successful leaders get good results. Their success is not measured by their output, but their outcomes. If the good results are not there, the leaders are called a failure. This is true in politics, business, sports, academics, nonprofits, etc. Ideally, we like to see leaders who operate by high moral standards AND produce good results. Sadly, there are some leaders who will…

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#a good leader #Biblical leaders #bully boss #Characteristics of a good leader #Christian suffering #controlling leader #Controlling leaders are the worst #God leaders subordinated themselves to God #Godley leadership #Godly leaders operated according to Scripture #Godly leaders sought to lead others into God&039;s will #Godly leaders were faithful to the Lord #how do we measure success in a leader? #how to measure a successful leader #how to measure success for godly leaders #how to measure success for leaders #Isaiah had a frustrating ministry #Jeremiah had a difficult ministry #Joshua had a difficult ministry #Joshua wass a good leader #leaders #Leadership #Living by faith #marks of a good leader #measuring successful leaders #Moses had a difficult ministry #Moses was a good leader #Noah was a preacher of righteousness #Noah was faithful to the Lord #success is measured by outcomes

[ozzgin]

I really hope you continue the eldrich God story. I may or may not have become obsessed with the idea, and i think it's actually really funny and I also just love the idea of a God being in love with a human.

Also, I love your writing and art! I hope you're doing well!

Yandere! Eldritch God x Detective! Reader

Based on this prompt and this meme. You're sent to a remote island to investigate a string of murders, and end up with a horde of cultists and their Lovecraftian God who is very much obsessed with you. Don't worry, he just wants to help you with your case!

Content: gender neutral reader, monster romance, tentacle tomfoolery again

[More Monsters]

The island checks all the boxes for a stereotypical shady place: the grimy boat captain who talks in riddles and vague warnings, the constant fog, the tavern filled with rumors and fears, the bizarre statue of a creature with tentacles. You were expecting most of it, save for their patron God being a literal monster.

Soon after your arrival, you discover that you’re being followed by men in dark robes. Could it be related to your case? A little alcohol-aided interrogation, and the locals confess to you about the existence of a cult. The dots begin to connect.

Unfortunately for you, whatever theory is cooking up in your mind couldn’t be further from the truth. The patron Beast of the land has been watching you from the moment of your arrival. He’s rather intrigued by your nonchalant city attitude, your stubbornness, your lack of any sense of danger. Thus he demands that you’re brought to his lair.

A game of cat and mouse. You are now convinced this said cult is responsible for the murders, so you delve deeper into their secrets. At the same time, the men put all their efforts into chasing you down. The Lord's wishes are their command; for how long can you outsmart sheer numbers?

At last, they succeed. You’re dragged over, cocooned in thick rope. “My Lord, we’ve brought you the sacrifice”, one cultist proclaims victoriously. Sacrifice? The ancient creature gazes at the men with utmost confusion. He frees you from your restraints with a mere point of his tentacle appendage, and proceeds to lecture his devout following for treating his special guest with such shameful brutality. Everyone blinks in disbelief, you included.

What the hell is this, some beastly romcom? Once everything is cleared up, you dust your knees, stand up unceremoniously, and tell the cosmic deity you’ve no time for idle gossip. “There’s a criminal running free and it’s my task to stop it”, you bark. Aha, that’s the very same attitude that got his nebulous heart pumping with curious desire. He cannot explain the maddening interest he’s taken into you. The monster releases a monotonous hum, causing you to jolt in surprise. The cult leader gasps. “He…he wants to help you solve the case”, the man concludes, defeat in his voice.

“Does it have to be all of you?” You whine, clicking your tongue at the sight. It’s the morning after the godly encounter, and you’re greeted outside your room by the cult leaders and their monster. “I can’t be discreet with a dozen monks after me. Not to mention…” your eyebrows furrow. “What on Earth is he wearing? Is that a detective hat and a mustache? Are you mocking my job?” You demand, glaring at the eldritch beast and his ridiculous disguise.

“Excuse me, I’ll have to ask you to quiet down”, an employee suddenly interrupts. “You and the gentlemen over there.” You stare at him incredulously. Can he really not see he’s facing an enormous, tentacle monstrosity? You swear you can discern a grin forming across the creature’s amorphous, unholy features. Alright, you’ve been convinced. What now?

As a child, Sherlock Holmes was one of your favorite books. You'd flip through the pages and daydream about your own future as a detective, though your little fantasies never included Watson as a cursed entity of a thousand tentacles. The eldritch creature seems to be more interested in you than the case itself. Eyes always fixated on your movements, tendrils creeping around you, never leaving your proximity.

Why would he need to look elsewhere? He can already tell how things will unfold. He is, after all, the God of this land. He knew your wanted culprit had been hiding in a sealed room right under your nose, as you dusted for footprints and scribbled hurried notes. He knew the underground tunnel had deadly traps, which would have normally put your investigation to a swift end. "Kind of suspicious to leave his trail unguarded like this", you mumble in deep thought. The cosmic God smiles.

He wouldn't dare ruin your fun. Consequently, he only interferes when your safety is involved. As annoyed as he is by the criminal's persistent attempts to kill you, he doesn't want to steal your grand capture. Besides, he is very much content with the current circumstances.

As the two of you follow along the dark passageway, you clear your throat, lips pursed awkwardly. "Uh...Thank you for dealing with the obstacles", you finally say. The monster pretends to ponder your words. "Hey now, don't play dumb with me. The conveniently deactivated bombs? The mutilated guards clumsily stuffed behind the door? I am a detective, after all."

You feel a thick tendril wrapping around your arm, and you turn to glance at the creature. His eyes of spiraling depths regard you intensely. A voice suddenly echoes in your head; is he trying to communicate with you? Deep, resounding, and imposing. "I am looking forward to our next case."

"Next case? Sorry pal, I work alone-" your throat clenches involuntarily. Somehow, your innards are flooded with a particular kind of certainty, dictating an ironclad truth: you do not have the option to refuse. You sigh, exasperated. "Fine! Have it your way. At least skip the fake mustache", you beg, then pause. You slap a second tentacle that has made its way under your shirt. "And avoid groping me when I'm thinking. You interrupt the little gray cells at work." You tap your temple to prove your point, and the eldritch God bows lightly. Of course.

He'll refrain himself until you're off work, Detective.

#yandere #yandere x reader #yandere x you #yandere x darling #yandere monster #yandere monster x reader #yandere concept #yandere headcanons #yandere imagines #yandere scenarios #monster x reader #monster x human #monster romance #monster boyfriend #eldritch god #yandere god #terato #monster fucker #yandere oc #yandere oc x reader

[coreofthebible]

Cultivating godly leaders of integrity

Cultivating godly leaders of integrity

The fruit of a life lived in harmony with God’s Word is beneficial to all. Matthew 5:20 – “For I tell you, unless your righteousness surpasses that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never get into the kingdom of heaven.” With these words, Yeshua sets a contrast that he will continue to illustrate over and over in the gospels: the person of integrity will not simply follow outward rules but…

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#actions #bible #christ #core of the bible #fruit #godly #harmony #hypocrisy #Integrity #james 3 #jesus #leaders #leadership #Matthew 5 #messiah #prophets #sermon on the mount #teachers #truth #yahweh #yeshua

[wind-ofthespirit]

If only our modern day leaders believed this way. Then maybe we wouldn't be in a mess.

#Godly foundation #freedom #liberty #christian leaders #jesus #Godly freedom

[voltronisanobsession]

I saw your child of aphrodite imagine, and it got me thinking, imagine a child of ares as the opposite. They are the most put-together looking imaginable, have a sort of cutsey or croquette aesthetic fashion taste, and are the most kind, loving, and gentle person you would ever meet. So when the assumed aphrodite kid absolutely demolishes the opposing team in capture the flag and gets claimed by ares everyone looses their goddamn minds.

Reader being the Opposite of a Child of Ares

OMG I LIKE THE WAY YOU THINK‼️ I actually really love this AHHH

Not proofread 💯

Another entirely unexpected arrival at camp, campers think it’s the most obvious place where you belong, the Aphrodite kids are ready to accept you into their cabin and everything when you get claimed.

The way reader is so put together has everyone entranced. You always pause to find a reflective surface to fix your hair during camp activities, making sure it falls and frames your face perfectly. Walking with grace and avoiding any muddy puddles to avoid ruining the loafers you walked into camp with. Even when you walk by some campers they can smell how fresh and expensive the perfume you wear is. Even your outfits look expensive and flattering on you, the unique style capturing your natural beauty even more!!

So many people think you’re gonna get claimed by Aphrodite by the end of the night, but everyone is surprised when they don’t see the familiar symbol of the goddess when dinner ends. I mean, she usually claims her children by the first day after all!

Nonetheless, the campers are sympathetic towards you, patting your shoulder as they wish you a goodnight while you’re just confused.

“It’s ok, maybe Aphrodite will claim you tomorrow! Don’t let it keep you up at night.”

You don’t even get a chance to tell them you already have a mother before everyone just disperses to their cabins. I find it hilarious to imagine that reader knows Aphrodite isn’t their godly parent while everyone else is just convinced she is cuz they don’t even know who your mortal parent is (kinda sad if you think about lowkey💀)

You’ve just given up on correcting people cuz you’re too nice (and kind of a doormat💔), using your own time to figure out who your real parent is while people keep yapping about Aphrodite.

Despite that, you’re know as a kind, social butterfly. Whenever someone needs help, whether it be from choosing an outfit, doing braids on the younger girls hair, or needing a sparring partner, you’re quick to volunteer. You’re kind to everyone even the Ares cabin even if they sometimes let snide remarks slip on what you’re wearing that day.

Fast forward to Friday😍 pass dinner again and you’re STILL not claimed people just assumed you’ve somehow angered your supposed mother.

It was revealed that the game for the night is capture the flag earlier in the week and everyone is bustling with life. I feel like Ares!Reader lives in some form of constant confusion since no one tells you anything so when people excitedly give you the run down of the game, they’re surprised when you want to play as well!

Usually the Aphrodite kids sit out on harsh games like this so it catches them off guard when you start putting on armor and grabbing a weapon so you can join the game.

As much the campers like you, the leaders are hesitant to choose you for their teams since they believe that you won’t be much help😭💔

Putting you as defense with some other campers for the flag, nobody really expects you to fight well if enemies make it past their offense group. Lowkey kinda hurts you that they think you need to be watched after but you still stand your ground, tense as you hear yelling eachoing throughout the forest.

When you see campers from the opposing team come running into sight, you get ready to clash against them until your partner tells you to guard the flag instead. While watching them fight, your skin practically ITCHES to join.

Your heart beat fastens watching them, gripping the sword harder as more enemies trampled from the forest, your own teammates stumbling after them. When one camper, Percy you learned his name was, managed to wiggle through your teammates, many of his team fought through the barrier as well.

Raising his sword, you finally gave into your urges to fight, swiftly meeting and blocking him with your own sword. He didn’t have much time to react before you forcibly shoved him backwards which caused him to stumble into the people behind him. With everyone surprised with your new fire, this gives you an upper hand as you begin swinging your sword at the green eyed boy in front of you. You’re all offense now, forcing him and his team into defense as you push them further away from the flag.

You’re absolutely merciless and fast that you manage to fling Percy’s sword from his grasp and continue to pick out his teammates one by one once he’s no longer a threat. Like it’s not even funny, you’re like a bull as you swing your sword like a maniac.

Everyone is in chaos as they try to get away from you😭😭 your own team doesn’t even know if you’re on their side or not LMAO💀 and from the corner of your eye you see that same boy you taught earlier climbing up the rock your flag was on. So without a second thought you disarm the person in front of you and fling the sword at Percy with as much force as you can.

People gasp as it goes straight into the rock beside him. Had you aimed a few more inches to the right you would have definitely killed him, no doubt. He could only stare back at you in shock, the friendly face he was used to seeing twisted in an unfamiliar, threatening look. The way you looked at him made it feel like you were going to pummel him into the ground if he even dared to continue going for your teams flag.

Even as the sound of a horn faintly echoed in the background, the group of campers were captivated by the bright red symbol glowing above your head. Glancing up, you could only breathe out a soft “Ares” before it slowly faded away into nothing.

It was quiet for a moment before someone jumped on your back and started yelling with joy. Everyone quickly surrounded you, cheering and screaming at how amazing you were. No one saw it coming and that’s what made them even more excited.

Coming out of the woods, campers would still surround you and praise you for your amazing fighting skills!!! When you revealed you never even held a sword before this week, no one believed cuz nobody could just do all that without any training!

Now that Ares claimed you as his, I think reader would have difficulty adjusting to the harsh and brash atmospheres of the Ares cabin.

You’re very different compared to them despite having excellent combat skills and fighting tactics. Your overall appearance and personality makes you stand out against your siblings, which is something they sometimes target you for.

They’ve seen you get stepped on by other campers though, so in their weird way, this is them kinda trying to toughen you up. They’re lowkey proud when they see that you have more witty comebacks whenever they throw comments at you.

Clarisse is one of the few campers that treat you the same, still throwing sly remarks and insults your way, but she does acknowledge that you are one of the strongest, if not the strongest, people in the cabin.

Overall I think Reader is the only camper that everyone gets along with that’s in the Ares cabin! Whenever there are group games or activities that involves fight, everyone is calling dibs on you. You still manage to keep your grace and loving nature even when surrounded by your siblings. Your open personality scares them at first since they’re not used to being fretted over and showing emotions, so it’ll take them some time to get used to your affections!

Ares!Reader shows others that you can be a badass fighter on the field while being a kind person off field! Love this reader tbh😝

#pjo x reader #Percy jackson x reader #percy jackson and the olympians x reader #pjo headcanons #pjo concept #percy jackson #percy jackson pjo #pjo #percy jackson and the olympians #percy jackson x you #percy jackson ask