Joy comes not from circumstance but from welcoming God's presence in unexpected places. We don't know much about the innkeeper, but we know his initial answer was the same as all the rest: no room. Joy begins when we open even the smallest space to God.

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Peace doesn't mean absence of noise or conflict, it means the presence of Christ in the midst of it. Making room for peace means slowing down, seeing the bigger picture, and trusting God's timing.

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In a world filled with uncertainty, we prepare our hearts by choosing hope - trusting in God's promises even when we can't see how they'll unfold. Hope makes room for God's future in the middle of our present struggles.

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This week we’re unwrapping the Generosity Gifts—the call to give, share, and serve with open hands and grateful hearts. In 2 Corinthians 9 and Matthew 25, we’re reminded that generosity isn’t about what we have, but how we use it to reflect God’s grace and care for others. Join us as we explore what it means to be stewards of God’s abundance.

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This week we’re unwrapping the Spiritual Gifts of Hospitality—welcoming, fellowship, outreach, and the joy of creating community. In 1 Peter 4 and Matthew 10, we’re reminded that every act of welcome is holy work. Join us as we explore how simple gestures of kindness can open hearts, build belonging, and reveal the presence of Christ among us.

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This week we’re unwrapping the Leadership Gifts—servant leadership, administration, vision, worship, and the call to guide with humility and faith. From Ephesians 4 to Psalm 150, we’ll explore how God equips leaders to serve the church and community, helping the Body of Christ grow in love and unity.

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This week we’re unwrapping the Teaching Gifts—teaching, exhortation, mentoring, and encouragement. In passages like 1 Thessalonians 5 and 1 Timothy 4, we see how God calls us to build up others, share wisdom, and live out what we teach. Join us as we explore how teaching gifts can shape faith and inspire hope.

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This week we’re unwrapping the Mercy Gifts—kindness, compassion, gentleness, forgiveness, and care. Galatians 5 and 1 Corinthians 12 remind us that these gifts aren’t just soft qualities, but Spirit-filled strengths that hold the Body of Christ together. Join us as we discover how mercy changes lives—starting with our own.

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