<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[ppk-ppc]]></title><description><![CDATA[PPK-PPC]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org.za/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 16:00:55 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.ppk-ppc.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[28 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[WEEK 22 – SERVANTHOOD: “The Posture of Greatness.” “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” — Mark 10:45 (NIV) God’s Presence dwells in the humble heart of a servant. True greatness in the Kingdom is measured not by titles but by towels. Serving others reveals the nature of Christ to the world.  Practical Application: •	Do a hidden act of service this week—expect no thanks. •	Volunteer your time in ministry or community...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/28-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a17d769fd6ee69b24827c97</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 04:45:03 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[27 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 7 — Forgiveness Sets You Free to Love Again Matthew 18:21–22 (NIV) “Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, ‘Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?’ Jesus answered, ‘I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.’” Focus Thought: Forgiveness is not a one-time act; it is a lifestyle. Peter’s question reflects a very human mindset; we want limits. We want to know how far forgiveness should go, when it is enough, and when we are...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/27-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a17d769fd6ee69b24827c96</guid><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:05:44 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[26 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 6 — Forgiveness Mirrors God’s Heart Psalm 103:12 (NIV) “As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.” Focus Thought: God does not partially forgive. He completely removes. The nature of God’s forgiveness is both powerful and deeply liberating. When He forgives, He does not do so partially, conditionally, or temporarily. He removes completely. Psalm 103 gives us a picture that is immeasurable: “as far as the east is from the west.” Unlike north and...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/26-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a17d769fd6ee69b24827c95</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 05:17:22 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[25 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 5 — Forgiveness Heals Relationships Romans 12:18 (NIV) “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” Focus Thought: Forgiveness does not guarantee reconciliation, but it always makes peace possible. Relationships are complex, and Scripture acknowledges this reality. Paul does not say, “Live at peace with everyone, no matter what.” Instead, he says, “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you” This is both freeing and clarifying. It reminds us that you...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/25-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a17d769fd6ee69b24827c94</guid><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 05:14:45 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[24 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 4 — Forgiveness Restores Intimacy With God Mark 11:25 (NIV) “And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.” Focus Thought: Forgiveness is directly connected to your intimacy with God. Jesus reveals a profound, often-overlooked truth: your relationship with others is deeply connected to your relationship with God. In this verse, He places forgiveness right in the context of prayer—showing that what...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/24-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490b2b7410267acb68752</guid><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 01:00:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[23 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 3 — Forgiveness Breaks the Power of Pain Colossians 3:13 (NIV) Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. Focus Thought: Pain has the power to shape your life, but forgiveness determines how it shapes you. Pain is one of the most powerful forces in the human experience. When you are hurt, whether through rejection, betrayal, disappointment, or injustice, that pain does not remain isolated. It seeks to shape...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/23-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490bdb7410267acb69352</guid><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 01:00:14 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[22 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 2 — Forgiveness Releases You from Bondage Hebrews 12:15 (NIV) “See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many.” Focus Thought: Unforgiveness does not imprison the other person; it imprisons you. Unforgiveness is deceptive. It often feels like holding onto something justified, like protecting yourself or holding someone accountable. But in reality, it does not bind the other person; it binds you. When hurt is left...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/22-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490b3b7410267acb689a2</guid><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 01:00:10 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[21 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[WEEK 21 – FORGIVENESS “Keep Your Heart Clean” Matthew 6:14 (NIV) “For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” “For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” — Matthew 6:14 (NIV) Forgiveness keeps your heart unclogged for God’s Presence to flow. Unforgiveness blocks spiritual intimacy and breeds bitterness. Forgiving others doesn’t excuse their actions—it releases you from...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/21-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490b3b7410267acb68862</guid><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 01:00:13 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[20 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 7 — Compassion Opens the Door for Healing Matthew 14:14 (NIV) “When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them and healed their sick.” Focus Thought:  Compassion is the atmosphere where God’s power is released. Compassion is not just an emotion; it is a spiritual environment. It creates an atmosphere where heaven touches earth and where God’s power can move freely. In the life of Jesus, we consistently see a divine pattern: before the miracle, there was the movement of...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/20-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490b3b7410267acb6883a</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 01:00:08 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[19 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 6 — Compassion Is Empowered by the Holy Spirit Galatians 5:22-23 NIV) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Focus Thought: True compassion cannot be sustained by human effort—it must be empowered by the Holy Spirit. Human compassion has limits. It is often influenced by emotion, convenience, and personal preference. It can grow tired, become selective, or fade...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/19-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490b6b7410267acb68baa</guid><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 01:00:08 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[18 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 5 — Compassion Reflects Christ’s Character Ephesians 4:32 (NIV) “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” Focus Thought: Compassion is not just something you do, it is who you are becoming. Compassion, in the Kingdom of God, is far more than an occasional act of kindness; it is a transformation of identity. It is not merely something you choose to do in certain moments; it is evidence of who you are becoming as you walk with God....]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/18-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490bfb7410267acb69442</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 01:00:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[17 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 4 — Compassion Produces Action 1 John 3:17–18 (NIV) “If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person? Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” Focus Thought: Compassion is not complete until it moves. Compassion begins in the heart, but it is never meant to stay there. It is possible to feel deeply for someone, to be touched, stirred, even emotionally...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/17-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490bdb7410267acb6923a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 01:00:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[16 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 3 — Compassion Leads to Mercy and Forgiveness Luke 6:36 (NIV) “Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.” Focus Thought: Compassion expresses itself most powerfully through mercy. Compassion is not just a feeling; it is a force that moves God's heart toward people. But its most powerful expression is seen in mercy. Mercy is compassion in action, especially when it is undeserved. It is choosing to respond with kindness, grace, and forgiveness when there is every reason not to. It is...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/16-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490b2b7410267acb6876d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 01:00:10 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[15 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 2 — Compassion Moves Us Toward the Broken Psalm 145:8–9 (NIV) “The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love. The Lord is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made.” Focus Thought: God’s compassion is not selective; it is inclusive. God’s compassion flows from His nature; it is not earned, measured, or restricted. He does not evaluate who qualifies for His kindness or who deserves His mercy. He extends compassion to all because His love is not based on...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/15-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490b6b7410267acb68db2</guid><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 01:00:08 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[14 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[WEEK 20 – COMPASSION “God’s Heart Revealed” Colossians 3:12 (NIV) “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Compassion is not just an attribute of God; it is the expression of His heart in action. When you host the presence of God, you begin to feel what He feels and respond the way He responds. Compassion is how God’s presence becomes visible through your life. 14 May DAY 1 — Compassion Begins...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/14-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490b2b7410267acb68771</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 01:00:07 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[13 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 7 — Joy Is a Testimony to the World John 15:11 (NIV) “I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.” Focus Thought: Joy is not only for your personal strength, but it is also meant to overflow as a visible testimony of God’s presence in your life. Jesus did not say that joy would merely visit you; He said, “My joy may be in you.” This means that the very joy of Christ Himself becomes the source of your inner life. And when His joy fills you, it does...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/13-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490bdb7410267acb6914a</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 01:00:15 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[12 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 6 — Joy Is a Fruit of the Spirit Galatians 5:22–23 (NIV) “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” Focus Thought: Joy is not something you produce—it is something the Holy Spirit produces within you. This is one of the most important truths about joy. Many people try to create joy by changing their circumstances, improving their situation, or adjusting their emotions....]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/12-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490b9b7410267acb68ea2</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 01:00:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[11 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 5 — Joy Produces Endurance James 1:2-4 (NIV)Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. Focus Thought: Joy in trials is not denial; it is perspective. Joy in the midst of trials is often misunderstood. It is not pretending that everything is fine when it is not. It is not...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/11-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490bdb7410267acb69172</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 01:00:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 4 — Joy Flows from Gratitude Psalm 118:24 (NIV) “The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad.” Focus Thought:  Gratitude is not just a response; it is a spiritual posture that shapes your inner atmosphere. Joy does not grow automatically; it grows where gratitude is intentionally cultivated. Many people lose their joy not because God has stopped working, but because their focus has shifted. When the heart becomes preoccupied with what is missing, difficult, or...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/10-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490b4b7410267acb689f2</guid><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 01:00:12 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[9 May]]></title><description><![CDATA[DAY 3 — Joy Is a Choice, Not a Feeling Habakkuk 3:17-18 (NIV) Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, 18 yet I will rejoice in the Lord,  I will be joyful in God my Savior. Focus Thought: Joy is not always automatic—it is often intentional. Habakkuk makes a powerful and bold declaration: “yet I will rejoice.” This is not a response to...]]></description><link>https://www.ppk-ppc.org/post/9-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1490b6b7410267acb68d12</guid><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 01:00:07 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>mapholoba4</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>