Posts with the category “from-here”
Faithfulness Before Favor
by Gerenel McCollum on January 6th, 2026
Verse: “Whoever is faithful in little…” — Luke 16:10Thoughts:Daniel didn’t start with influence, authority, or recognition. He started with obedience in small, unseen choices. Faithfulness often looks unimpressive before it becomes impactful. God watches what we do when no one is applauding. Before God releases favor, He develops character. What feels small to you today may be the very thing God i... Read More
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God Is Already Here
by Gerenel McCollum on January 5th, 2026
Verse: “The Lord was with Joseph…” — Genesis 39:2Thoughts:Joseph’s life didn’t look like God’s promises sold by brothers, forgotten in prison, falsely accused. Yet Scripture keeps repeating this phrase: the Lord was with him. God doesn’t wait for things to improve before showing up. He’s already present in the middle of disappointment, confusion, and waiting. Sometimes the greatest assurance we ne... Read More
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From Here, Not There
by Gerenel McCollum on January 4th, 2026
Verse: “But Daniel resolved not to defile himself…” — Daniel 1:8Thoughts:Daniel didn’t choose Babylon. He didn’t ask for captivity, a new name, or a new culture. But right there in the middle of an unwanted season Daniel made a decision. He couldn’t control where he was, but he could control how he would live. God didn’t wait for Daniel to get back to Jerusalem to begin His work. He started right ... Read More
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