Reflections
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A reflection on the aim of The Girls’ Brigade
Ultimately, our aim is to inspire girls and young women to become the best version of themselves, rooted in their faith and empowered to make a difference in the world.
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Fulfilling the Great Commission
Disciples are followers. As we follow Jesus we are modelling discipleship to our girls and encouraging them to do the same.
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Being an agent of God’s will
We may not fully understand why God is calling us down a certain path or the exact route he wants us to take but just as Abraham trusted, we can have confidence that God is sovereign.
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God’s love for us
What an amazing God we have. He is there in the good times and bad times. Walking with us everyday
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Devotional message for 2024
Introducing our theme for 2024: Rise in Strength, Make Disciples Verse: Matthew 28: 16-20 The Great Commission 16 Then the
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New year, new hope, new beginnings
As we begin 2023 with all its insecurities and mysteries, (God Knows!) … I urge you to continue trusting God, “at such a time as this”, right now – right here. Right where you are – trust Him.
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Rise in Strength – Receive God’s strength like Hannah
Hannah’s story in the bible can teach us how to navigate life’s unfair seasons, with humble patience, deep peace, and authentic joy.
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Rise in strength – Step out like Esther
Like Esther, let’s have unshakeable faith in our great God and continually testify of His goodness and love to all we meet.
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Rise in strength – Keep the faith like Sarah
May I encourage you to keep the faith no matter where you are in your life and no matter what you are going through.
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Rise in strength – Mary Magdalene as a role model
Do not allow any condition you are in to weigh you down, with Jesus on your side, you can rise up in strength even when it seems hope is gone.
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Rise in Strength – Independent like Lydia
All of us whom God has called from the world into His marvellous kingdom of light are kingdom builders who must identify our God-given talents and skills.
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Rise in strength – Ruth, living a purposeful life.
Knowing your purpose simplifies your life. Knowing your purpose focuses your life and motivates you to rise up in strength just like Ruth.