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1 John 4:12 (KJV) – If we love one another, God dwelleth in us, and his love is perfected in us.
When God’s love lives in us, it moves from private possession to public expression. The apostle John teaches that love is not optional for the believer — it is the very evidence of God’s indwelling. When we love one another, the perfection of God’s love is displayed through us and becomes visible to a watching world.
Maturity in love is seen, not in slogans, but in the consistency of our lives. Perfection here does not mean sinless perfection but a completeness — a love that covers, restores, and perseveres. This perfected love transforms ordinary encounters into opportunities for grace.
Today, let your life be a mirror. Allow patience, kindness, and humility to mark your words. Where there is bitterness, bring forgiveness; where there is neglect, bring attention; where there is need, bring compassionate action. As you reflect God’s love, people will sense His presence and be drawn to the Saviour you serve.
What a powerful time in God’s Word today! As you go forth, hold on to this prophetic declaration from Prophet Isaiah Macwealth:
I declare that the love of God is perfected in you. You will demonstrate steadfast love in every situation; relationships will be healed, and God’s glory will be revealed through your life.
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SECTION 2: PRAYING THE PROMISES
Welcome to today’s Praying the Promises. If you have not read today’s devotional, scroll upwards to read it first. Let us now pray in line with today’s word.
Start-Up Prayer
Father, in the name of Jesus, let Your perfect love find full expression in my life. Remove every hindrance to love, and empower me to reflect Your heart in all I do. Make my words and deeds channels of Your mercy and grace.
Nation Focus: Kuwait
Christianity in Kuwait forms a small minority within a predominantly Muslim society. As of 2024, Christians make up about 10–12% of the population, mostly foreign workers from the Philippines, India, and Africa, with only a few hundred Kuwaiti nationals identifying as Christian. Evangelism is prohibited, often leading converts to practice their faith privately. Christians face ongoing challenges including limited worship spaces, and social pressures against public religious expression.
Prayer for a Nation – Kuwait
Father, in the name of Jesus, let Your perfected love flow across Kuwait. Heal wounds, unite churches, and raise leaders who reflect Your compassion and justice.
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Prayer for Leaders
Father, in the name of Jesus, grant leaders wisdom saturated with love. Let their policies and decisions be marked by justice, mercy, and care for the vulnerable.
Prayer for Israel
Father, in the name of Jesus, bless Israel with Your presence and peace. May Your covenant love protect and prosper her people.
Prayer for Unity in the Church
Father, in the name of Jesus, remove all roots of division and pride. Bind Your people together in humility, service, and mutual love so the world may know we are Yours.
Prayer for Souls / Revival
Father, in the name of Jesus, let Your perfected love draw souls to repentance and salvation. Send revival that transforms homes, communities, and nations.
Bible Study Plan
Today’s chapters:
• Psalms 42
• Ezekiel 9 & 10
• Mark 7
