🌟 Good day, Sisters! 🌟
A warm thank-you to each of you who took the time to reflect and engage with this week’s questions. Your honesty, vulnerability, and willingness to grow in grace is what makes this journey so rich and transformative.
As a quick recap, here are the three reflection questions we explored this week from Ephesians Chapter 2:
✨ Day 1 – Wednesday, July 30
📖 Focus Verses: Ephesians 2:1–7
Question 1:
Before – Did you struggle to understand or accept people who didn’t think, move, or respond the way you do?
Was your default reaction to distance yourself or label them?
Now – How has Ephesians 2 challenged your view of spiritual unity?
What truth are you starting to embrace about being united in Christ—despite differences?
✨ Day 2 – Thursday, July 31
📖 Focus Verses: Ephesians 2:8–10
Question 2:
Before – Did you assume your way of doing things was “right”?
Did you struggle to see value in others’ approaches?
Now – How is God humbling you through Ephesians 2?
How are you learning to honor others’ uniqueness instead of criticizing or correcting them?
✨ Day 3 – Friday, August 1
📖 Focus Verses: Ephesians 2:11–22
Question 3:
Before – Did you avoid certain relationships or conversations because of discomfort, assumptions, or past hurts?
Were there “walls” in your heart toward certain people or types?
Now – What wall is God breaking down in you through Ephesians 2?
How is love replacing judgment or fear?
📝 Posting
Today, we post our answers in the comments section below.
On Sunday, we respond to each other.
Please take time to engage with your partner’s reflection. If your partner hasn’t posted, you may respond to another teammate’s post.
Here are the response pairings.
👥 Team 1 – Debbie (Leader)
Gale ↔ Jacintha
Laura ↔ Maria
Ann C. ↔ Alison
Debra M. ↔ Melanie
Debbie – respond to any or all.
👥 Team 2 – Cindy (Leader)
Cassandra ↔ Glenda
Claudia ↔ Hazel
Deborah ↔ Anne A.
Cindy – respond to any or all.
👥 Team 3 – Alanda (Leader)
Alanda ↔ Theresa
Trudy ↔ Michelle
Tessie ↔ Jesmyn
Alanda – respond to any or all.
🔁 Reminder: Let’s make sure no post is left unread or un-encouraged. A thoughtful comment like “This blessed me,” “Thank you,” or “I can relate” can go a long way. Let’s keep building one another up in love.
Feel free to respond to any other post that resonates with you—your words may be just the encouragement someone needs today. 💬💖🌱 Keep showing up, keep sharing, and keep letting God’s Word do its transforming work.
Your reflections matter—your growth matters.
A blessed day to all.
✅ Go ahead and post your answers below.
📅 See you back on this page tomorrow, God willing, as we respond to our partners’ reflections.
Hello Wisdom Seekers!
ReplyDeleteI pray the past three days stirred your heart as they did mine. These questions were more than reflective—they were transforming. Ephesians 2 is challenging how I see and love others, especially those wired differently. Here are my answers:
✨ Question 1
Before: I struggled to accept people who didn’t operate like me. If someone was too slow or emotional, I’d quietly withdraw or label them.
Now: Ephesians 2 reminds me Christ is our peace—not shared personalities. I’m learning to value the body’s diversity and build grace-filled relationships.
✨ Question 2
Before: I assumed my way of doing things was the right way and found it hard to appreciate others’ approaches.
Now: God is humbling me. I’m learning to listen, honor others’ uniqueness, and let go of the need to correct what’s just different, not wrong.
✨ Question 3
Before: I avoided certain people due to fear, hurt, or judgment—building walls of criticism and withdrawal.
Now: God is tearing those walls down. Ephesians 2 reminds me I’ve been reconciled to reconcile. His love is replacing judgment with patience and understanding.
Let’s keep letting Ephesians 2 transform how we love and relate. I believe we’re being shaped into something truly beautiful—together. 💖
Good Morning to everyone
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Loved to love ❤️
Journeying Through Ephesians 2
🌺Day 1
BEFORE – DID YOU STRUGGLE TO UNDERSTAND OR ACCEPT PEOPLE WHO DIDN’T THINK, MOVE, OR RESPOND THE WAY YOU DO? WAS YOUR DEFAULT REACTION TO DISTANCE YOURSELF OR LABEL THEM?
I did assume others were a bit slow , especially in past workplaces. Whenever am given a task I try to do it to the best of my ability, and I would pull back if I saw someone was just slacking or just being lazy , that would drive me up a wall , it’s like we came here to do something, let’s get it over with , currently at my workplace i have to set things in motion , sometimes I feel like omg if I don’t this or that it would never get done , resentment started to kick in and I didn’t realize it until I started doing my bible study on loving my neighbor as myself .
Now :: Reading Ephesians 2 I am coming along side them , helping them to see where they need to pull up they socks , not just waiting for them and resenting when something is not done but helping along the way .. I have to keep in mind that’s it’s not all about me ..
WHAT TRUTH ARE YOU STARTING TO EMBRACE ABOUT BEING UNITED IN CHRIST—DESPITE DIFFERENCES?
What am learning is unity in Christ is vital and as a child of God I have to learn to choose to love and support one another despite our differences ..
🌺Day 2
Tearing down walls
Before – Did you assume that your way of doing things—processing life, showing love, solving problems—was “right”?
Did you struggle to see value in others’ approaches? Yes
This part right here at first glance brought me to my son , I always thought I was doing things the right way with him , the way I expressed my love , the tone I used when talking to him, some of course would have been correct , but others a big no no, and it’s all because of how I was brought up , and I remember him telling me one time , “mammy your time and my time is two difference “I always expected much from him as any mom would ,when he started into his teenage years and I saw how fast the time was approaching on me , i thought I was going to loose my son , because everything changed , but then later in the years a shift took place , and it’s not until the Holy Spirit stepped in I was able to change my outlook on the way I dealt with him , thankfully yours truly sister Gale and Pastor Penny helped me in that area ,Even though sometimes I feel like this is far from over…. but, “something happened “, and I was able to go to my son and apologize and make him know that yes I was wrong , the way I handled him at times wasn’t right and I could sense that he didn’t appreciate it, I had so much rage inside of me I was taking it out on my son , when he didn’t do or say what I wanted him too, but I had to come to terms that even if he is my child he is different , we were not the same , I had to allow him space to grow and I took advantage of carrying the title “MOM”,
Now … I am building new bridges with my son , he has traveled and the relationship we have now is amazing he calls me with everything , I can now step back and watch how God is working through him , things are working it self out , and the Scripture that comes to mind here is all things work together for good for those that love the lord , Romans 8:28 , I had to ask him to forgive me for the way I treated him and That’s where we both started to heal . Bless God
🌺Day 3
DeleteBreaking Down Walls
Did you avoid certain relationships or conversations because of discomfort, assumptions, or past hurts? Were there “walls” in your heart toward certain people or types?
Yes all of the above . But I would speak on conversations, for those who know me , knows that I love a good conversation, meaningful, deep anything that would help build up ,over the past years though I found that in having certain conversations it always brought me to this particular place , I was holding in so much pain , rage , resentment all because it’s like a sock was placed in my mouth, so I became dumb , with that now I started to see myself as not being worthy ,less than , whatever I had to say I would keep it inside me and then bubble up when the pressure was too much , so in speaking on any matter I tend to get very emotional because why ?I feel so overwhelmed, Nevertheless………..
Now – What wall is God breaking down in you through Ephesians 2?
I would use the word hostility, that’s the wall that’s being broken down , I use to have a deep version of that , the animosity I had towards certain individuals is no longer there , I realized that holding unto past hurts was affecting my growth , I was stuck for years , just trying to please people , but as I mentioned in my day 2 posting a lot has changed for me , I no longer have that urge to feel like I belong becuase I was set free by the blood of the lamb , I am important just as anyone else , so right now I am free to extend the love and grace that God has given me even to those that have hurt me in the past .
Bless day to all ..
Sorry I knows it lengthy
Good morning everyone
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Question 1. Before: Yes—most times I did. When someone’s way of processing things wasn’t the way I’d do it, I often found myself frustrated or silently judgmental while distancing myself and labeling them without even realizing it.
Now: Ephesians 2 has helped me to realize that unity in Christ isn’t based on sameness but on shared grace. I’m learning to embrace the truth that Christ broke down every dividing wall, making space for us to belong—together—even in our differences.
Question 2.
Before: Yes, I assumed my way was the “right” or the most effective way—especially when it came to structure and planning. It was hard to see value in other people’s approaches when they didn’t match my pace, depth, or method.
Now: God is humbling me through Ephesians 2. I’m being reminded that we all stand equal at the foot of the cross. I’m learning to honor others’ uniqueness by seeing them through His grace instead of my expectations, choosing to listen, learn, and value them.
Question 3.
Before: I certainly did. I avoided some relationships and conversations out of discomfort, assumptions and pasted hurts, especially if some of those past weren’t properly healed and build walls to protect myself.
Now: Through Ephesians 2, God is breaking down those walls of fear and judgment, helping me replace them with love. I’m learning to approach people with grace instead of suspicion, allowing connection to grow instead of remaining distant.
Have a wonderful Saturday all.
Good morning everyone.
ReplyDeleteBefore – Did you struggle to understand or accept people who didn’t think, move, or respond the way you do? Was your default reaction to distance yourself or label them?
I didn't struggle to understand or accept others who didn't think or move like me but I definitely struggled with their responses. I would have labeled an individual if they did not respond the way I imagined it, before I seldom distance myself from any situation, I used to lable in my speech.
Now – How has Ephesians 2 challenged your view of spiritual unity? What truth are you starting to embrace about being united in Christ—despite differences
Ephesians 2 is challenging my spirituality with this verse, [17] He came and preached peace to you who were far away and peace to those who were near. Peace is important in order for my state of being to function appropriately. I realized that everything remain tense if I am not at peace with a person or situation. For unity to reign peace must be in the picture. I cannot have unity without peace. This challenges me in the sense that I have to always find ways to always remain peaceful With the people around me. Life can become hostile when needs are not met but remembering that Christ already bridge the gap challenges me to respond differently. sometimes this area is not alway easy but I try to remain present with my responses. I am starting to embrace the reality that no matter what situation I might find myself in the ultimate goal is this, Ephesians 2:[22] And in him you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit. This for me is a piece of treasure, it reminds me that no matter what the circumstances are my intentions and goal is to ensure that my temple is a place in which God can dwell, it is ensuring that I am building myself up, building others up so that we can become stronger despite our differences. We may not always agree but I can play my part in how I control the things that I hand out to those around me.
A wonderful day to you all❤️
Good morning everyone
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United in Christ — Even When We’re Different
💬 Questions & Reflection
Before – Did you struggle to understand or accept people who didn’t think, move, or respond the way you do?
Yes, I did. I’m a fast-moving person, and when people in my life move slowly, it really annoys me. My frustration often shows on my face, sending an unspoken message: “Step up or step out.” 🙂
Was your default reaction to distance yourself or label them?
Sometimes I stayed quiet, but inside I was boiling—wanting to say, “Smarten up!” My silence didn’t mean I was okay; it meant I was judging them inwardly.
Now – How has Ephesians 2 challenged your view of spiritual unity?
Reading Ephesians 2 helped me see the incredible lengths Jesus went to restore our relationship with the Father. I’m especially struck by how He opened the door for us Gentiles to enter in. That truth reminds me that I’m called to welcome others with the same open arms He extended to me.
What truth are you starting to embrace about being united in Christ—despite differences?
When I reflect on who I was before Christ and how He still loved and accepted me, I realize I must do the same for others. Spiritual unity isn't about sameness—it’s about grace. And if Christ gave it to me freely, I have no excuse to withhold it from others.
Day 2
Tearing Down Walls
💬 Questions & Reflection
Before – Did you assume that your way of doing things—processing life, showing love, solving problems—was “right”?
Sometimes I did. Deep down, I knew it wasn’t right, but I chose to do it anyway. Pleasing myself was the top priority, it was all about me.
Did you struggle to see value in others’ approaches?
Absolutely. I often wondered why others couldn’t just see things my way. It was hard for me to come down to their level or even try to understand their perspective. Looking back, I recognize that this was rooted in pride.
Now – How is God humbling you through Ephesians 2?
As I continue to yield to the Spirit of God, He’s slowly chipping away at the old sinful nature in me. Through this refining process, I’m learning to walk in humility, understanding that unity begins with surrender.
How are you learning to honor others’ uniqueness instead of criticizing or correcting them?
I’m learning to see others as uniquely created by God—fearfully and wonderfully made. I’m reminded that I am not better than anyone else, and that every person reflects a different facet of God’s image.
DAY 3 –
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Before
Did you avoid certain relationships or conversations because of discomfort, assumptions, or past hurts?
Yes, absolutely. When I first moved to the U.S., I lived with a relative. At one point, a serious dispute broke out between me and their spouse. I was so deeply hurt that I made a vow never to speak to that person again. From that moment on, I did everything in my power to avoid them. In my eyes, they no longer existed.
Looking back, I can see that there were strong, towering walls in my heart—walls built from pain, pride, and self-protection. I didn't just withdraw; I shut them out completely. At the time, I believed that was the safest and most justified response. But in truth, I was allowing the hurt to harden me.
💬 Now – What wall is God breaking down in you through Ephesians 2?
I’m so grateful to God that I reconciled with that person. If my heart were still hardened, I know reading Ephesians 2 would have deeply convicted me. This chapter reminds me that God, in His mercy, brought me near through the blood of Christ, even when I was far off.
As I go deeper into studying Ephesians 2, I sense that God will continue to bring other relationships to mind—places where healing is still needed. And by His grace, I will take steps to make amends as He leads me. I want my heart to remain soft and open to His correction.
What step of love can I take toward someone today?
Just last week, I had a conversation with one of my children. What stood out to me was the way I responded, I spoke with grace, patience, and love. I could tell even they were surprised; I saw it in their body language. And I’m so grateful to God for that moment. It reminded me how much He’s transforming my responses and how love can tear down walls, even in small everyday interactions.
Have a wonderful day
Greetings my fellow Wisdom Seekers!
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📖 Ephesians Chapter 2 | July 30–August 1
DAY 1
🔍Focus Verse:
Ephesians 2:14
“For Christ Himself is our peace, who made both groups into one and broke down the barrier of the dividing wall.”
Questions:
Before – Did you struggle to understand or accept people who didn’t think, move, or respond the way you do?
Was your default reaction to distance yourself or label them?
Now – How has Ephesians 2 challenged your view of spiritual unity?
What truth are you starting to embrace about being united in Christ—despite differences?
✨ Answer:
• Before: I truly struggled to understand or accept people I couldn'trelate to or seem different. My first reaction was to distance myself from those who didn’t match my style or pace.
• Now: I am beginning to appreciate the diversity of the body of Christ and the truth of being “one in Christ”, this allowed me to change my perspective and approach to how I deal with others. I have been making conscious efforts to promote and maintain peace and unity in my relationships.
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Day 2
🔍Focus Verse:
Ephesians 2:8–9
“For by grace you have been saved through faith… it is the gift of God—not a result of works, so that no one may boast.”
Questions:
Before – Did you assume that your way of doing things—processing life, showing love, solving problems—was “right”?
Did you struggle to see value in others’ approaches?
Now – How is God humbling you through Ephesians 2?
How are you learning to honour others’ uniqueness instead of criticizing or correcting them?
✨ Answer:
Before: I did not give thought to the way I operated, rather, I thought that I was just being me. And as I look back, I realized that I assumed that my way of doing things, or processing life, showing love, or even solving problems was right. I definitely struggled to see value in others’ approaches
Now: I come to realise that "this is not about me, but much bigger than me". As I look back, I see visible transformation, because I saw how God uses different personalities for different purposes and experiencing God’s creativity through others.
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Day 3
🔍Focus Verse:
Ephesians 2:13–14
“Now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near… For He Himself is our peace.”
Question 3:
Before – Did you avoid certain relationships or conversations because of discomfort, assumptions, or past hurts?
Were there “walls” in your heart toward certain people or types?
Now – What wall is God breaking down in you through Ephesians 2?
How is love replacing judgment or fear?
✨ Answer::
Before: I had written off my elder sister and kept her at arm’s length because of my fear that if I remain close to her she will continue to hurt me and so many family members as she have done in the past. I used silence and withdrawal, as my walls of protection. I felt that if we are not too close, she cannot hurt me. As I thought my actions I realised that I allowed my assumptions to shape my distance.
Now: In recent times, I have been heeding God's prompting for me to engage with her again. The message of reconciliation challenged me to let go of past hurts, the temparement study has helped me to see that she has always been that way. In my step of love, I began reaching out to her, I was able to accept her for who she is, and helped her realise her strengths and encourage her to see areas where she can grow. She thanked me for not giving up on her.
Have a blessed weekend!!
Good Morning Wisdom Seekers Sisters
ReplyDelete📖 DAY 1
Before – Did you struggle to understand or accept people who didn’t think, move, or respond the way you do?
I definitely did. In school, there were students I never hung around with, honestly, I didn’t even bother to understand them. I just didn’t care. As I reflect, two girls come to mind. They didn’t fit into my “group” of friends, and sadly, I distanced myself from them.
One of those girls passed away while we were still in school. I later found out that the reason she kept to herself was because of a heart condition. That news hit me hard. My actions were selfish, I judged and criticized those girls simply because they didn’t act, speak, or think like me. Rather than seeking to understand, I chose to label them and keep my distance.
Now – How has Ephesians 2 challenged your view of spiritual unity?
Ephesians 2 challenged me in a way I didn’t expect. Verses 11, 14, and 16 really spoke to me. Paul reminds us that Christ broke down the wall of hostility between the Jews and Gentiles. He united both groups, creating one new people.
Paul didn’t hold back when addressing the Jews, pointing out how they took pride in their outward circumcision, even though it never changed their hearts. OUCH! That really made me pause. I saw myself in that picture, someone who claimed faith but failed to reflect the heart of Christ in how I treated others.
What truth are you starting to embrace about being united in Christ, despite differences?
The truth I’m learning to embrace is this: God accepts each of us for who we are. Jesus didn’t die for just one group, He died for all. As I consider the attitudes of the Jews toward the Gentiles, I realize it mirrors how I’ve treated others, and even how I’ve been treated at times. But now, I see it differently. Because of Christ, we are one. My prayer is that God will help me embrace those who are not like me. I want to live in light of what Jesus has done, breaking down walls, not building them up.
Thursday July 31st
Delete📖 DAY 2
📘 Tearing Down Walls
Before – Did you assume that your way of doing things—processing life, showing love, solving problems—was “right”?
These questions are really helping me go deeper. As I reflect on the dynamics within my own home, I can clearly see moments where I assumed my way was the best way. If my family members weren’t doing things my way, I believed they were the ones who needed to change. Without realizing it, I was setting a standard based on my temperament and expecting everyone else to rise to it. I see now that this attitude caused unnecessary tension and conflict.
In my heart, I was saying to them, “My way of doing things is the most effective—and you should adjust to match me.” I never said those words out loud, but my actions revealed it. Being able to name this behavior now is both sobering and freeing.
Did you struggle to see value in others’ approaches?
Yes, I definitely struggled—especially when it came to getting things done. I would find myself thinking, Why are you so slow? Why can’t you just do it like I do? Even when it came to spiritual disciplines like prayer, I had unspoken expectations. If someone didn’t pray as long or as intensely as I did, I silently questioned whether they were truly praying at all.
Looking back, I see how pride masked itself as passion. But God is gently showing me a better way—His way, where each person is uniquely gifted, and no one temperament holds all the answers.
Now – How is God humbling you through Ephesians 2?
How are you learning to honour others’ uniqueness instead of criticizing or correcting them?
As I sat with Ephesians 2, I found myself sobbing—overwhelmed with gratitude for God’s Grace and Mercy toward me. Paul writes that Christ brought the Good News of peace to us who were far away from Him, giving all of us access to the Father through the same Holy Spirit because of what Christ has done.
Nowhere in that passage did I see just my name. What Jesus did wasn’t just for me—it was for all of us. That truth humbled me deeply.
I’m beginning to see more clearly how God uses different personalities for different purposes, all for His glory. Where I once might have been critical or frustrated when others didn’t think or act the way I would, I’m learning to appreciate their uniqueness. I’m seeing that their pace, their process, and their presence are part of God’s design.
Friday August 1st
DeleteDay 3: Breaking Down Walls
Before:
Did you avoid certain relationships or conversations because of discomfort, assumptions, or past hurts?
Oh my goodness, I sure did. There's one client in particular that I often butt heads with. No matter what the topic was, the conversation never seemed to end well. I reached a point where I dreaded even speaking with them.
My husband told me to just ignore the client—that’s just how they are. But after one especially difficult conversation, I went as far as blocking their number. I didn’t want anything more to do with them. I couldn’t understand why we continually ended up in unhealthy, unproductive interactions.
Were there “walls” in your heart toward certain people or types?
Yes, absolutely. I can recall a time when someone made a pointed comment in a public setting about a situation that had happened between me and another person. What hurt the most was that they didn’t come to me directly. Instead, they chose an open forum to air it, making it obvious they were referring to me, as if I wouldn’t realize it.
That moment built a wall in my heart. (Come to think of it, that person is a Choleric, and my secondary is Choleric).. Hmmm
From then on, I had very little to say to them. Withdrawal became my defense mechanism. It felt safer to retreat than to risk being wounded again.
Now –
What wall is God breaking down in you through Ephesians 2?
I shared earlier how I had blocked that client’s phone number—completely cutting off contact. But over the past month, I felt led to unblock them. Yesterday, I was tested. I had to call them regarding one of the subcontractors.
As we spoke, I was very aware of my tone and how I was responding. I stayed calm and respectful, and to my surprise, the conversation ended politely. I even found myself saying things like, “That’s your opinion, and I respect it.” I chose to listen rather than condemn or shoot down their point.
And honestly, I had to pause and ask myself, Who is this girl? Where is the old Debbie? You won’t find her anymore. She’s being transformed by the power of God!
A few minutes later, I sat in silence thinking, Wow! We actually had a conversation, and no one got upset.
I even sent them a WhatsApp message afterward:
[1:17 p.m., 2025-07-31] Debbie “I just realized that the both of us had a conversation where we ended with no one getting upset... I thank God, one or both of us are being changed by the power of God. Let's stay in the oven until we are fully cooked. No one likes food that is not fully cooked... 🙏🏼🙏🏼”
Their response ;🤣
How is love replacing judgment or fear?
As I continue reading Ephesians 2, verse 2 jumped out at me:
“You used to live in sin, just like the rest of the world, obeying the devil—the commander of the powers in the unseen world.”
That hit me. It reminded me that I, too, was once led by pride, fear, and self-protection. But now, I choose to obey God—even when it means engaging with people who’ve hurt me or rubbed me the wrong way. Especially when it comes to honoring and loving others, including that client.
I realize now that reconciliation doesn’t always start with a big apology or deep conversation—it can begin with simply choosing to speak with kindness. Choosing humility over pride. Choosing to stay in the oven and let God finish the work He’s doing in me.
To someone else, this may seem like a small win—but to me, it’s huge. I know the anxiety I used to feel when I saw that number on my screen. And now, there's peace. That's God.
P.S. Had I handled that call the old way, I couldn’t have answered this question truthfully. But today, I can. And I give God all the glory.