LET MY WORDS BE FEW

 “Love… believes all things, hopes all things” — 1 Corinthians 13:7

One of the most challenging parts of walking in Christlike love is choosing to think the best about others—especially our brothers and sisters in the faith. Scripture calls us to a love that is patient, kind, and not easily provoked. A love that doesn’t jump to conclusions, assume motives, or assign blame without understanding.

So often, what we think was disrespect, offense, or intentional hurt… turns out to be an honest misunderstanding. When we slow down, speak privately, and seek clarity with humility, we may discover the other person never meant harm at all.

“The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters” (Proverbs 20:5)—and only the Spirit truly knows what is in another’s heart.

That’s why the way we correct, question, or confront someone—whether family, friends, fellow believers, or business partners—matters deeply to God. Jesus gave us a clear pattern:

Go to your brother privately first (Matthew 18:15).

Gossip, venting to others, or making assumptions about someone’s motives grieves the Holy Spirit and sows unnecessary division. But approaching someone directly, kindly, and with the goal of unity honors the Lord and strengthens relationships.

Love doesn’t accuse.

Love doesn’t assume.

Love doesn’t tear down behind closed doors.

Love seeks understanding.

Love goes directly—graciously, privately, humbly.

Love always hopes for the best.

May we be people who protect unity, who believe the best, who speak the truth in love, and who honor God in the way we treat every person we’re connected to.

💕Leeanna

 Sharing is caring. Naysayers will always do what naysayers do. But hear my heart: there are more Leeannas out there—men and women praying desperately for God to show them the path to healing. Selfishness keeps us focused only on what we gain. Selflessness compels us to share because of what’s possible for others. When we put people first, the income simply becomes a side benefit of helping the hurting.

So do your best to reach as many people as you can, as often as you can. Before long, you’ll feel better, the people you love will feel better, and your income will reflect the number of lives touched…and yes, sometimes the number of naysayers you risked being criticized by.

And let me gently add this: I’ve learned through many tears that some people I thought were true friends…weren’t. True friends will be genuinely excited for you. They’ll support you when you find healing—they won’t ghost you. In this space, people will sometimes judge your motives—whether you’re sharing Jesus our Savior or miracles that He created for us to find.  Let them. Let them judge, ghost, or ignore. That’s their choice. But you can rejoice, because it simply means you’re free to move forward and reach the ones who truly need what you carry.

Time is short for doing the works God has ordained for us. Sharing the Good News and working our businesses is righteous. Scripture tells us that those who don’t work, don’t eat. Proverbs 31 shows us a woman who worked diligently and was celebrated for it. Determine in your heart that you are doing the work God has given you for such a time as this—and then do it.

 The Naked Truth

You become like the people you spend the most time with   Choose wisely

There is an old saying that one day truth and error went swimming. While they were swimming, error got out and stole

 truth’s clothes. The truth came out naked, and he has been naked ever since. Because of that, error always looks like it is so because it has on the wrong clothes; but you can always spot truth because it is naked.

 Who was the Tempter, in the Wilderness, with Jesus?

Leeanna Porter

READ: Matthew 4:1-11

EXPLORE:

Why was Jesus led into temptation? Was God or the devil the tempter? James teaches us that God tempts no one. But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire.   Our Father does not put the evil desires and the pride of life within us. However, He orders our steps and allows the devil to test us for the purpose of proving the genuineness of our faith. 

So, who is this devil that God allows to test our faith? First called Lucifer, Star of the Morning, he was the anointed covering cherub. He was blameless until unrighteousness was found in him and he sinned. He was full of pride because of his beauty and his wealth, corrupting his wisdom.   At some point, Lucifer fell from heaven and when we find him on earth, he is called “the serpent.” As punishment for tempting Eve, he was made to crawl on his belly and eat dust, in contrast with the exalted position he once flaunted.   He is called the prince of demons, the father and author of lies. He is our adversary (Satan) who provokes us to fret over our circumstances, doubting the goodness of God. He is a blasphemer of God’s name. He is the daily accuser of the brethren, laying to our charge laws we are guilty of breaking and demanding our punishment. However, God is our just Judge and 

takes up our defense. The devil “diabolos” is the slanderer, backbiter, defamer, false accuser, unjust criticizer who seeks to hurt, defame, and malign, severing and destroying relationships.   Without a doubt, he does nothing without God's permission. He is not all-powerful, nor does he have his own authority. Thankfully, the serpent’s future has been sealed and is written in the final 

pages of the Bible. The dragon, that ancient serpent, who is the devil and Satan, will deceive one last time. Being terrified, his head will be crushed by Jesus, and he will be no more.  At this time, the tempter will be thrown into the lake of fire and sulfur, where he will be tormented day and night forever and ever.” Amen and hallelujah to The Lamb. 

BIG IDEA: Jesus won the victory over sin and the devil, for us

APPLY:

—Are you most tempted with the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, or the pride of life? 

—Do you tend to pray over the testings and trials that hit you or do you tend more towards grumbling and complaining?  

Prayerfully read Matt 6:9-13; 1 John 2:16-17.

 “Love… believes all things, hopes all things” — 1 Corinthians 13:7

One of the most challenging parts of walking in Christlike love is choosing to think the best about others—especially our brothers and sisters in the faith. Scripture calls us to a love that is patient, kind, and not easily provoked. A love that doesn’t jump to conclusions, assume motives, or assign blame without understanding.

So often, what we think was disrespect, offense, or intentional hurt… turns out to be an honest misunderstanding. When we slow down, speak privately, and seek clarity with humility, we may discover the other person never meant harm at all.

“The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters” (Proverbs 20:5)—and only the Spirit truly knows what is in another’s heart.

That’s why the way we correct, question, or confront someone—whether family, friends, fellow believers, or business partners—matters deeply to God. Jesus gave us a clear pattern:

Go to your brother privately first (Matthew 18:15).

Gossip, venting to others, or making assumptions about someone’s motives grieves the Holy Spirit and sows unnecessary division. But approaching someone directly, kindly, and with the goal of unity honors the Lord and strengthens relationships.

Love doesn’t accuse.

Love doesn’t assume.

Love doesn’t tear down behind closed doors.

Love seeks understanding.

Love goes directly—graciously, privately, humbly.

Love always hopes for the best.

May we be people who protect unity, who believe the best, who speak the truth in love, and who honor God in the way we treat every person we’re connected to.

💕Leeanna