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"I tell you that this man, rather than the other, went home justified before God. For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted."

Gospel of Luke 18:14

"But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed."

Isaiah 53:5

"One of the most beautiful prayers written by the Apostle Paul is found in Philippians 1:9–10. He doesn’t just pray for comfort or success—he prays that our love would grow deeper, richer, and more insightful. He connects love not only with feeling, but with wisdom and discernment. Paul reminds us that love, when rooted in spiritual understanding, helps us see clearly what truly matters in life. It enables us to choose righteousness over convenience, truth over compromise, and purity over superficiality. His words challenge us: Are we growing in the kind of love that discerns what is excellent? Are we learning to love not just with our hearts, but also with our minds and spirit? In a world filled with distractions, Paul's prayer is timeless: to live with love that is wise, pure, and purposeful—so that we may stand blameless on the day of Christ."

Philippians 1:9