April 07, 2024-Bright Church Weekly

April 7, 2024

Sunday, April 07, 2024

Bible Verses of the Week
Job 34:21 For his eyes are on the ways of man, and he sees all his goings.

08:30a.m. – 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir
愛拯救我
感恩的泪
我是否錯過這神蹟?

09:00a.m. – 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer

09:20a.m. – 11:30a.m. The Message by Pastor Zhang

11:30a.m. – 12:30a.m. Believers’ Sharing

12:30a.m. Closing Prayer

Bible Verses for Today’s Message
James 2:1-13 My brothers, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons. For if there come to your assembly a man with a gold ring, in goodly apparel, and there come in also a poor man in vile raiment; And you have respect to him that wears the gay clothing, and say to him, Sit you here in a good place; and say to the poor, Stand you there, or sit here under my footstool: Are you not then partial in yourselves, and are become judges of evil thoughts? Listen, my beloved brothers, Has not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he has promised to them that love him? But you have despised the poor. Do not rich men oppress you, and draw you before the judgment seats? Do not they blaspheme that worthy name by the which you are called?

If you fulfill the royal law according to the scripture, You shall love your neighbor as yourself, you do well: But if you have respect to persons, you commit sin, and are convinced of the law as transgressors. For whoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one point, he is guilty of all. For he that said, Do not commit adultery, said also, Do not kill. Now if you commit no adultery, yet if you kill, you are become a transgressor of the law. So speak you, and so do, as they that shall be judged by the law of liberty. For he shall have judgment without mercy, that has showed no mercy; and mercy rejoices against judgment.


Gains From the Meeting:
Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life?

Notice:
Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission.
Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin.
During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others.

Pray:
Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb.
Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God.
Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God.
Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love.

Sunday Worship
For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20)
Bible Study
for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6)
Prayer Meeting
After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13)


Our Worship Services
Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM
Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM
Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM
Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM
Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM


Tel:+39 388 589 7965
E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com
Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT
Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

February 16, 2020-Bright Church Weekly

The Church of Bright Light was a non-profit religious organization registered in Milan, Italy, in 2017. Our church is led by the Lord Jesus Christ, and comprised of all those who truly believe in God, love the truth, and accept and obey God’s work. We have various church work and church activities such as Sunday Worship, Prayer Meeting, Bible Study, Hymn Training Class, and Basic Italian Class. Through these activities, those who follow God can serve and supply each other under God’s guidance. Meanwhile, we aim to guide those who love the truth, long for righteousness, and are willing to seek and investigate the true way to come before God and gain God’s salvation and blessings.

January 26, 2025-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, January 26, 2025 Bible Verses of the Week Mark 1:1 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 千萬個理由 得救者之歌 榮耀的呼召 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Pastor Zhang 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers' Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today's Message Mark 1:15    And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent you, and believe the gospel. Ephesians 2:17    And came and preached peace to you which were afar off, and to them that were near. Matthew 24:14    And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness to all nations; and then shall the end come. Hebrews 4:6    Seeing therefore it remains that some must enter therein, and they to whom it was first preached entered not in because of unbelief: 1 Corinthians 9:23    And this I do for the gospel's sake, that I might be partaker thereof with you. Matthew 4:17    From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Gains From the Meeting: Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life? Notice: Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission. Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin. During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others. Pray: Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb. Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God. Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God. Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love. Sunday Worship For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20) Bible Study for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6) Prayer Meeting After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13) Our Worship Services Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM Tel:+39 388 589 7965 E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

November 23, 2025-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, November 23, 2025 Bible Verses of the Week Matthew 16:21 From that time forth began Jesus to show to his disciples, how that he must go to Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised again the third day. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 全然向你 恩典之路 我的神我要敬拜你 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Preacher Miao 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers' Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today's Message Matthew 16:21 From that time forth began Jesus to show to his disciples, how that he must go to Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised again the third day. Matthew 28:1-6 In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulcher. And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat on it. His countenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow: And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead men. And the angel answered and said to the women, Fear not you: for I know that you seek Jesus, which was crucified. He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay. Matthew 27:53 And came out of the graves after his resurrection, and went into the holy city, and appeared to many. Acts 3:15 And killed the Prince of life, whom God has raised from the dead; whereof we are witnesses. Acts 5:30 The God of our fathers raised up Jesus, whom you slew and hanged on a tree. Gains From the Meeting: Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life? Notice: Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission. Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin. During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others. Pray: Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb. Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God. Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God. Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love. Sunday Worship For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20) Bible Study for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6) Prayer Meeting After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13) Our Worship Services Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM Tel:+39 388 589 7965 E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

August 23, 2026-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, August 23, 2026 Bible Verses of the Week Genesis 22:17 That in blessing I will bless you, and in multiplying I will multiply your seed as the stars of the heaven, and as the sand which is on the sea shore; and your seed shall possess the gate of his enemies; And in your seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed; because you have obeyed My voice. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 感謝我的救主 充滿我 從亙古到永遠 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Preacher Miao 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers' Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today's Message 1 Peter 2:24 Genesis 26:12 Then Isaac sowed in that land, and received in the same year an hundred times: and the LORD blessed him. Genesis 22:17 That in blessing I will bless you, and in multiplying I will multiply your seed as the stars of the heaven, and as the sand which is on the sea shore; and your seed shall possess the gate of his enemies; And in your seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed; because you have obeyed My voice. Genesis 13:17 Arise, walk through the land in the length of it and in the breadth of it; for I will give it to you. Genesis 12:2 And I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you, and make your name great; and you shall be a blessing. Genesis 5:2 Male and female created he them; and blessed them, and called their name Adam, in the day when they were created. Genesis 1:28 And God blessed them, and God said to them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moves on the earth. Gains From the Meeting: Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life? Notice: Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission. Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin. During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others. Pray: Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb. Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God. Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God. Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love. Sunday Worship For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20) Bible Study for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6) Prayer Meeting After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13) Our Worship Services Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM Tel:+39 388 589 7965 E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

April 26, 2026-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, April 26, 2026 Bible Verses of the Week Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 哦神,你是生命源頭 我們讚美你的公義 當我有罪充滿痛苦 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Preacher Wang 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers' Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today's Message Romans 7:23 But I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin which is in my members. James 1:15 Then when lust has conceived, it brings forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, brings forth death. Romans 5:12 Why, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed on all men, for that all have sinned. Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Isaiah 1:28 And the destruction of the transgressors and of the sinners shall be together, and they that forsake the LORD shall be consumed. Gains From the Meeting: Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life? Notice: Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission. Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin. During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others. Pray: Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb. Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God. Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God. Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love. Sunday Worship For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20) Bible Study for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6) Prayer Meeting After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13) Our Worship Services Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM Tel:+39 388 589 7965 E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

April 13, 2025-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, April 13, 2025 Bible Verses of the Week Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding. 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 祂是道路 真神羔羊 堅固磐石 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Preacher Wang 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers' Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today's Message Proverbs 12:15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that listens to counsel is wise. Proverbs 12:18 There is that speaks like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health. Proverbs 15:2 The tongue of the wise uses knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools pours out foolishness. Gains From the Meeting: Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life? Notice: Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission. Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin. During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others. Pray: Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb. Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God. Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God. Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love. Sunday Worship For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20) Bible Study for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6) Prayer Meeting After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13) Our Worship Services Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM Tel:+39 388 589 7965 E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

November 30, 2025-Bright Church Weekly

Sunday, November 30, 2025 Bible Verses of the Week Luke 6:14 Simon, (whom he also named Peter,) and Andrew his brother, James and John, Philip and Bartholomew, 08:30a.m. - 09:00a.m. Hymns Sung by Church Choir 奇异恩典 住在祢裡面 神羔羊配得 09:00a.m. - 09:20a.m. Opening Prayer 09:20a.m. - 11:30a.m. The Message by Preacher Wang 11:30a.m. - 12:30a.m. Believers' Sharing 12:30a.m. Closing Prayer Bible Verses for Today's Message Luke 6:14 Simon, (whom he also named Peter,) and Andrew his brother, James and John, Philip and Bartholomew, Philippians 2:8 And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient to death, even the death of the cross. Luke 23:33 And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left. Hebrews 12:2 Looking to Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. Gains From the Meeting: Brothers and sisters, do you have any new knowledge of God through today’s preaching? How will you put the Lord’s teachings into practice in your daily life? Notice: Brothers and sisters, please preach the gospel to your relatives and friends who haven’t believe in the Lord. Because this is the Lord’s commission and our mission. Please maintain appropriate church hygiene. Before leaving, check your belongings, put away the Bible and hymn books, and take out the trash and throw it in the bin. During the preaching, please turn off your cell phone or turn it on silent. Do not loiter around or speak loudly. Or you may disturb others. Pray: Pray for being wise virgins and hearing the voice of God in the last days, so that we can welcome the Lord, and feast with the Lamb. Pray for spreading the gospel of the heavenly kingdom all across the world, so that those who love truths and long for God’s manifestation will be able to return to God. Pray that all brothers and sisters can cast off the binds of their sinful nature and live in the light of God. Pray that God is always with us and protect us to live in God’s love. Sunday Worship For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the middle of them.(Matthew 18:20) Bible Study for the letter kills, but the spirit gives life.(2 Corinthians 3:6) Prayer Meeting After this manner therefore pray you: Our Father which are in heaven, Hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come, Your will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For your is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.(Matthew 6:9-13) Our Worship Services Sunday Worship Time:Sundays 8:00 AM—12:30 AM Bible Study Time:Tuesdays 7:00 PM—9:00 PM Prayer Meeting Time:Thursdays 8:30 AM—10:30 AM Basic Italian Class Time:Wednesdays 7:30 PM—9:30 PM Hymn Training Class Time:Fridays 2:00 PM—4:00 PM Tel:+39 388 589 7965 E-mail:it.chiesadellaluce@gmail.com Address:VIA CAVALIERE ALBERTO 10, 20153 MILANO(MI) IT Website: https://en.brightchurch-it.org/

November 3, 2019-Bright Church Weekly

The Church of Bright Light was a non-profit religious organization registered in Milan, Italy, in 2017. Our church is led by the Lord Jesus Christ, and comprised of all those who truly believe in God, love the truth, and accept and obey God’s work. We have various church work and church activities such as Sunday Worship, Prayer Meeting, Bible Study, Hymn Training Class, and Basic Italian Class. Through these activities, those who follow God can serve and supply each other under God’s guidance. Meanwhile, we aim to guide those who love the truth, long for righteousness, and are willing to seek and investigate the true way to come before God and gain God’s salvation and blessings.