Livora Gracely

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  • Scripture References “Like clay in the hand of the potter, so are you in My hand, Israel.” (Jeremiah 18:6) “Yet You, Lord, are our Father. We are the clay, You are the potter; we are all the work of Your hand.” (Isaiah 64:8) “Does not the potter have the right to make out of the…

  • Most people are fascinated by antique vases, especially valuable, high-end pieces from countries like China and Russia. We admire their beauty, unique designs, and intricate details, proudly taking photos next to them. We know that the larger and more stunning the vase, the higher its value, particularly those crafted by master potters using perfect techniques…

  • Have you ever wondered why it feels like hardship is a constant companion? Why does suffering feel endless, pushing us to our limits? The Bible itself confirms this reality. Even Jesus, the Son of God, walked a difficult road that led to the cross. Forging Faith The spiritual path is never easy or free from…

  • We often thank the wrong person. A story about a butcher and a tailor shows us why. In a town, there lived two important people: a butcher and a tailor. The butcher was known for his kindness because he often gave away “free” meat to the townspeople. He was so generous that his fame spread…

  • A dimension yet to be explored In our ministry, we often meet poor families who haven’t eaten for one or two days. Even when they have food, it is often not fit to eat, yet the happiness on their faces is so abundant. It is often us who are strengthened and comforted by their perseverance.…

  • 1 Peter 2:2 – “Like newborn infants, long for the pure spiritual milk, that by it you may grow up into salvation.” Colossians 3:16 – “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to…

  • Fresh Mercy Ephesians 2:8 – “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.” Lamentations 3:22–23 – “The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” John…

  • First Thoughts “Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters; and you who have no money, come, buy and eat!” (Isaiah 55:1) Daily Grace Life with God’s grace can be compared to a humble farmer who faithfully shares fresh milk every day. He gives freely, without asking for payment, simply hoping that others…

  • Soul’s Seal To test Jesus, the Pharisees and Herodians set a trap by asking, “Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not?” (Mark 12:14). The question seemed like a clever snare: a “yes” answer would anger His Jewish audience, while a “no” would accuse Him of rebellion before Rome. Witty Wisdom Jesus asked…

  • The world is quick to discard what it deems broken, old, or unclean. In Rome, a person’s worth was calculated by their social rank or ancestry; an injured slave could be thrown aside as useless, a widow left vulnerable, and a child abandoned. Yet, in God’s eyes, value does not diminish because of condition. His…