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IF You are willing

IF…

By JK Woodall

"Father, IF You are willing, take this cup from Me; yet not My will, but Yours be done." – Luke 22:42 (NIV)

A man covered in leprosy approached Jesus and pleaded, “Lord, IF You are willing, You can make me clean.” – Luke 5:12 (NKJV)

Two moments. Two “IFs”. One received immediate healing. The other received strength to endure.

Jesus, in Gethsemane, asked if the cup of suffering could pass. But the Father’s answer was not removal—it was strength. “Then an angel appeared to Him from heaven, strengthening Him.” – Luke 22:43 (NKJV)

The leper’s request was met with healing. Jesus' request was met with power to walk through the suffering, not around it.

Sometimes, we pray for the situation to change, but instead, God changes us. Paul prayed for his thorn to be removed, but God replied, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” – 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NKJV)

The cup wasn’t taken, but fear was. Strength removes fear. God’s will is not always to take it away—but to take YOU through.

IF you are willing, Lord… make me whole.
IF You are willing… strengthen me to endure.

💡 God is always willing—but His answer may be strength, not escape.

#StayStrong #FaithOverFear #StrengthToEndure

Save the Date: National Day of Prayer 2025

Weekly Devotional: March 2 – March 8, 2025 Theme: The Power of Kindness

Weekly Devotional: March 2 – March 8, 2025
Theme: The Power of Kindness
By JK Woodall

Kindness is a fruit of the Spirit that reflects the love of God in action. It is more than just being nice—it is a powerful expression of God’s character working through us. True kindness flows from a heart transformed by Christ, reaching beyond words into actions that uplift, encourage, and bring healing. This week, let us focus on demonstrating God’s kindness in our daily lives.

Scripture Focus

Ephesians 4:32 – “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” (ESV)

Kindness and forgiveness go hand in hand, reflecting Christ’s love for us.

Proverbs 11:17 – “A man who is kind benefits himself, but a cruel man hurts himself.” (ESV)

When we extend kindness, we not only bless others but also receive blessings in return.

Colossians 3:12 – “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” (NIV)

Kindness is a part of our spiritual identity in Christ.

Luke 6:35 – “But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked.” (NIV)

God calls us to extend kindness even to those who may not deserve it, just as He does.

Reflections on Kindness

Kindness Reflects Christ: When we show kindness, we display the heart of Jesus to the world. A kind word, a helping hand, or a simple act of love can be a witness of God’s presence.
Kindness Heals and Encourages: A gentle touch, a compassionate ear, or a word of encouragement can bring healing to a hurting heart.
Kindness is a Choice: It is easy to respond with frustration or impatience, but choosing kindness—even when it is difficult—brings glory to God.
Kindness Changes Lives: Small acts of kindness can have a lasting impact. You never know how one moment of kindness can inspire someone to draw closer to God.

Encouragement for the Week

As you go about your week, look for opportunities to show kindness in your home, workplace, church, and community. Even in moments of frustration, choose grace over anger. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you reflect the kindness of Christ in every interaction.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for Your unfailing kindness toward us. Help us to reflect Your love through our words and actions. Give us hearts that seek to uplift others, patience to show grace, and wisdom to extend kindness even in difficult situations. May our lives be a testimony of Your goodness, and may our kindness lead others to know You more. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

This week, be intentional about showing kindness, for through it, you reveal the love of God to the world! 💙

Open Me Up!

Open Me Up!
By JK Woodall, Ph.D.

In Leviticus, the sacrifice was "opened up"—its innermost parts exposed—symbolizing the need for purification and complete surrender to God. The offering was laid bare, revealing what was inside, to show that nothing could be hidden from God's gaze. This sacrificial process demonstrated that to be in the presence of the Holy God, the sacrifice had to be fully exposed and cleansed. “He shall kill it on the side of the altar northward before the Lord, and the priests, Aaron’s sons, shall sprinkle its blood all around on the altar” (Leviticus 1:11, NKJV).

In the same way, Jesus was fully opened up for us on the cross. His body was broken, His soul was poured out, and His spirit was fully surrendered to the Father. In His vulnerability, Jesus took upon Himself our sins and exposed them to the light of God's judgment, offering us a path to redemption. “But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed” (Isaiah 53:5, NKJV). Because He was opened up for us, we are called to open ourselves to God, revealing our hearts and minds for His correction. “Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me, and know my anxieties; And see if there is any wicked way in me, And lead me in the way everlasting” (Psalm 139:23-24, NKJV).

When we allow God to open us up, we are offering ourselves as living sacrifices, laid bare before Him. This exposure is not for condemnation, but for healing and transformation. “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service” (Romans 12:1, NKJV).

As we surrender and allow God to work, we align ourselves with His purpose, trusting that His correction leads to life. “For whom the Lord loves He corrects, Just as a father the son in whom he delights” (Proverbs 3:12, NKJV). "Open me up," we cry, for in this vulnerability, God can make us whole.

Personal Reflection:
As I reflect on this message, I am reminded of the times when I’ve tried to keep parts of my life hidden from God, thinking I could handle them on my own. But when I finally surrendered those areas, allowing God to open me up, I experienced His healing in ways I never expected. Just like the sacrifice in Leviticus, those hidden places in my heart needed to be exposed for God's purification, and it was only through that exposure that I truly experienced freedom and transformation. It’s not easy to be vulnerable, but I’ve learned that it’s in that vulnerability with God that true restoration happens. "Open me up," I pray, and I trust that God’s correction and love will make me whole.

— By JK Woodall

Welcome to March 2025: A Pattern of Perfection

As we step into the month of March, we are reminded of the divine significance of the number three—a pattern of perfection and completion woven throughout Scripture.

From the earliest pages of the Bible, God has used threefold patterns to reveal His perfect plan. Noah’s three sons—Shem, Ham, and Japheth—became the foundation for the nations of the earth (Genesis 6:10), showing us that God’s promises extend across generations. The three patriarchs—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—carried the covenant forward, proving that God’s faithfulness never fails. Even in the Ark of the Covenant, three sacred items—the golden pot of manna, Aaron’s rod, and the tablets of the Law—symbolized God’s provision, authority, and guidance (Hebrews 9:4).

This month, let us reflect on how God is working in completeness in our own lives. Are there areas where He is perfecting your faith? Is He leading you through three stages of growth, transformation, or breakthrough?

As we march forward into March, let’s embrace the pattern of perfection that God has set before us, knowing that He who began a good work in us will bring it to completion (Philippians 1:6).

Blessings,
JK Woodall