[Video] Building More Than Bricks – A Journey Through the LEGO Home and the Foundations of Faith

Building More Than Bricks: A Journey Through the LEGO Home and the Foundations of Faith

There’s a universal magic to LEGO. Those colorful, interlocking bricks hold a special power—the power to build worlds, spark imagination, and connect generations. It’s a joy that transcends age, which is why we were so thrilled to visit the “LEGO Home: A Playful Twist to Your Home” event at Queensbay Mall in Penang. Our recent video on the Dtsl channel takes you on a complete tour of this incredible pop-up house, where every room is a masterpiece of creativity. But as we walked through its meticulously crafted halls, surrounded by the beautiful strains of Christian worship music, we realized this experience was about building something far more profound than just structures.

A House of Wonders

From the moment you step through the door, the LEGO Home transports you into a world where the line between play and sophisticated design blurs. The event is a stunning showcase of how LEGO can be integrated into everyday life, turning a house into a home filled with personality and art.

The living room, brought to life by the immensely talented LEGO Super Fan Douglas Khoo, is a botanical dream. A magnificent mirror is framed by a cascade of vibrant, everlasting LEGO flowers, proving that beauty can be both constructed and eternal. The walls are adorned with famous art reimagined in brick form, from a stunning floral piece to LEGO interpretations of classics such as The Mona Lisa and The Great Wave off Kanagawa.

The whimsy continues into the kitchen, where you’ll find a pot of “sizzling” fried rice and a delectable-looking sandwich, all made from LEGO bricks! In the kids’ and teens’ rooms, imagination runs wild. A giant Bluey welcomes little ones to a Duplo play area, while Disney Princess castles and LEGO Friends sets inspire dreams of fairytale adventures.

For the tech and adventure enthusiasts, the gamer’s paradise is a sight to behold. A sleek, modern entertainment setup is flanked by incredible LEGO Technic supercars from McLaren, Ferrari, and Red Bull Racing, mounted like works of art. A breathtaking T-Rex fossil stands guard over a collection dedicated to Batman, Super Mario, and, of course, a galaxy far, far away, with an impressive display of Star Wars helmets and ships. Each room is a testament to human creativity, a celebration of what can be achieved with vision, patience, and a box of bricks.

The Master Builder and the True Foundation

As we explored this house built by human hands, the worship music playing in the background guided our thoughts to a deeper spiritual metaphor. Every magnificent structure, whether a LEGO castle or a real-life skyscraper, is utterly dependent on its foundation. This truth is echoed beautifully in the Bible. Psalm 127:1 wisely states:

“Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain.”

This verse isn’t just about physical construction. It speaks to the very essence of our lives. We can spend our days building careers, relationships, and legacies—our personal “houses.” But if we build them on our own strength, on fleeting worldly values, our labor is ultimately in vain. The LEGO Home, for all its splendor, is temporary. Our lives, however, have eternal significance. For a life to withstand the inevitable storms, it must be built on the unshakable rock of Jesus Christ. He is the Master Builder, the one who provides the only foundation that will never crack or crumble.

The Building Blocks of a Life in Christ

Near the end of our video, you’ll see a list of “A” words that beautifully summarize how we can build our lives on this divine foundation. These aren’t just words; they are the spiritual bricks we use to construct a life of faith:

  1. Adore Jesus: This is the cornerstone. It’s about placing God at the center of our lives, worshipping Him not just in song, but with our actions and our hearts.

  2. Accept Jesus: This is the doorway into the house. It’s the conscious decision to accept His free gift of grace and salvation.

  3. Acknowledge Jesus: This is living our faith openly. It’s about acknowledging Him as Lord in our daily decisions and interactions.

  4. Announce Jesus: This means sharing the good news of Jesus. A house filled with light shouldn’t be hidden; its warmth is intended to be shared.

  5. Affirm Jesus: This is about strengthening our faith, holding firm to His truths and promises, especially when faced with doubt or opposition.

  6. Approach Jesus: This is the daily act of relationship—coming to Him in prayer, seeking His wisdom, and finding rest in His presence.

Jesus himself spoke of this principle in the Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders (Matthew 7:24-27). He described a wise man who built his house on the rock by hearing and obeying God’s word. When the rains and floods came, the house stood firm. The foolish man, who listened to the words but did not act on them, built on sand, and his house was destroyed in the storm.

The LEGO Home event was a fantastic, fun-filled experience that celebrated the joy of creating. But more than that, it served as a potent reminder. While we find delight in building with bricks, let’s never forget the most crucial building project of all: our lives. Let’s ensure we are building on the right foundation, using the right materials, so that the “home” we build in our hearts is a place of eternal strength, peace, and beauty.

We invite you to watch our full tour of the LEGO Home on our YouTube channel, Dtsl. Let us know in the comments which LEGO creation was your favorite! And if this message resonated with you, please Like, Share, and Subscribe for more adventures that blend fun with faith.

See “Show Me Your Glory” in theaters starting May 13th – Giveaway of Amazon $10 Gift Card

Show me your Glory

About Show Me Your Glory

How do you explain … the unexplainable? When does the impossible become possible? Why are some prayers for healing answered and others … never are? Through true stories of the supernatural crashing into human suffering, a compelling new documentary arrives in theaters this spring, unlocking the possibility that the impossible still happens in our world. Meet experts who have studied miracles and suffering, discover true stories of the seemingly unbelievable, and be reminded that prayers can be answered in ways we could never expect or imagine. If you or someone you love has ever pondered life’s most profound question—“If there is a loving God, why is there so much suffering and evil in the world?”—experience hope, encouragement, and awe with SHOW ME YOUR GLORY.

SHOW ME YOUR GLORY is releasing in theaters only on May 13-15.

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A cry echoes through the soul in the darkest moments of human suffering: “Show me Your glory.” It’s not a demand but a desperate longing to see God move—right here, right now. When the supernatural intersects with pain, miracles happen. Chains break. Hearts heal. Hope is reborn. God’s glory isn’t just seen in mountaintop moments—it shines brightest in the valleys. When we invite His presence into our brokenness, heaven touches earth. The supernatural isn’t distant; it’s near, waiting to break through when we need it most.

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[Video] Blessed Easter Sunday, The Father’s Love Revealed

The Grace of God: From Good Friday to Easter Sunday | Revealing the Father’s Love

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In this powerful Easter reflection by 365 Poems, we journey from the cross of Good Friday to the victory of Easter Sunday—revealing the unfathomable grace and love of our Heavenly Father.

✝️ Good Friday shows us the cost of love. Jesus took our place, bearing our sins in full (Isaiah 53:5, 1 Peter 2:24).
🕊️ Holy Saturday reminds us that even in silence, God is still at work (Lamentations 3:25-26).
🌅 Easter Sunday bursts forth with resurrection hope—Jesus is risen! (Luke 24:6, Romans 6:9, John 11:25)

From death to life, despair to hope, this is the story of GRACE.

Let this spoken word and blog-style reflection deepen your faith, renew your spirit, and remind you: you are deeply loved by the Father.

📖 Key Bible Verses Referenced:

  • Isaiah 53:5 – “But He was pierced for our transgressions…”

  • Luke 23:34 – “Father, forgive them…”

  • John 19:30 – “It is finished.”

  • Luke 24:6 – “He is not here; He has risen!”

  • Romans 6:9 – “Christ, having been raised from the dead, will never die again.”

  • Ephesians 2:8-9 – “For by grace you have been saved through faith…”

  • John 11:25 – “I am the resurrection and the life…”

🙏 Let this message stir your soul and lead you into deeper trust in His eternal grace.

The Grace of God: From the Cross to the Empty Tomb

At the heart of the Christian faith lies a breathtaking truth: God’s grace, freely given, undeserved, and overflowing. This divine grace is never more powerfully displayed than during the holy journey from Good Friday to Easter Sunday—a path marked by pain, sacrifice, silence, and ultimate triumph. For the 365 Poems Channel, we pause to reflect on this sacred narrative that unveils the depth of our Heavenly Father’s love for all humanity.

Good Friday: The Cost of Love

Good Friday is a solemn day. It commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who bore the weight of the world’s sin upon His shoulders. It’s a day where divine love meets human suffering, where the Innocent is condemned so that the guilty might be redeemed.

As Jesus hung on the cross, His body broken and His spirit anguished, He cried out, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do” (Luke 23:34). These words—whispered through labored breath—are not just a plea; they are the essence of grace. In that moment, the sins of humanity were not merely acknowledged, but carried, absorbed, and nailed to the cross alongside the Savior.

The grace of God is not abstract. It is costly. It came through blood and pain. It came through the silence of heaven as the sky turned dark and the Son yielded His spirit. And yet, even in that moment of apparent defeat, something eternal was unfolding—a divine transaction that would alter the destiny of humankind forever.

Holy Saturday: The Silence of Grace

Between the horror of Friday and the glory of Sunday lies the stillness of Saturday. This in-between day often gets overlooked, but it represents something profoundly human: waiting in silence, sitting with uncertainty, and trusting in the unseen work of God.

Holy Saturday is a reminder that grace often works in hidden places. The disciples were scattered, grief-stricken, and confused. The tomb was sealed. Hope seemed lost. But in that silence, God was not absent—He was working. The victory of grace was being prepared.

We all have our own “Saturday” seasons, moments where we cannot see the end, where darkness seems to prevail. But even then, grace is present. Even then, God is faithful.

Easter Sunday: The Triumph of Grace

Then came Sunday.

The tomb was found empty. The stone had been rolled away. Jesus had risen, just as He said.

“Why do you seek the living among the dead? He is not here, but has risen” (Luke 24:5–6). These words resound through time, echoing the most incredible truth of all: death is not the end, and grace has the final word.

Easter Sunday is the climax of God’s love story. It is the victory cry of grace. Sin has been defeated. Death has lost its sting. Jesus is alive, and in His resurrection, we too find new life.

This is not just historical truth—it is deeply personal. The resurrection reveals that no pit is too deep, no sin too great, no heart too broken that God’s grace cannot reach. The same power that raised Jesus from the dead now lives in every believer. This is the radical, redeeming love of the Heavenly Father—a love that not only saves but transforms.

A Love That Endures Forever

From the agony of Good Friday, through the silence of Saturday, to the joy of Easter Sunday, the grace of God flows like a river—unhindered, unstoppable, and unmatched. It is not something we earn, but something we receive. It is the heartbeat of heaven poured out for mankind.

At 365 Poems, our mission is to celebrate this grace every day of the year. Through poetry, reflection, and scripture, we aim to draw hearts closer to the One who gave everything so that we might live abundantly.

May this Easter season remind us that we are deeply loved, eternally forgiven, and forever welcomed into the arms of our Heavenly Father.

He is risen. Grace has won.

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• With wide journaling margins, line-art illustrations on every page spread, Scripture art, and more, this Bible will inspire you to engage God’s Word freshly and excitingly through meaningful creativity and personalization.
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• Includes over 600 inspirational line-art illustrations, filigree designs, Scripture quotes, and other unique Scripture art, with space for personal creativity and journaling.
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This Bible will inspire you to engage God’s Word freshly and excitingly by including filigree designs, Scripture quotes, and other unique Scripture art alongside plenty of space for personal creativity and journaling. This beautiful Bible provides the perfect place for meaningful creativity and personalization, creating an incredible keepsake for your journey over time.

 

 

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[Video] Hell is Real – And Jesus Saves

 

 

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Hell is Real—and Jesus Saves

In a world that often blurs the lines between truth and opinion, one of the most sobering truths of all often gets ignored: Hell is real. It’s not a metaphor, scare tactic, or myth. It’s a place of eternal separation from God, a place of darkness, regret, and unimaginable sorrow. Yet, in this grim reality shines the most beautiful hope: Jesus Christ saves.

Many people today treat Hell like a joke, a superstition from a less enlightened time. Some say, “A loving God would never send people to Hell.” But what if we’re missing the point? God doesn’t want anyone to perish. In fact, 2 Peter 3:9 says He is “not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.” Hell exists not because God is cruel, but because He is just—and because He gives us the freedom to choose.

Sin separates us from God, and that separation leads to death—not just physical death, but spiritual death. Romans 6:23 puts it bluntly: “For the wages of sin is death.” If we die without receiving God’s forgiveness through Jesus Christ, we remain eternally cut off from the only source of light and life. That is Hell. Not because God desires it, but because He honors the choice of those who reject Him.

But here’s the good news—Jesus came to rescue us.

Jesus didn’t come to teach us how to live or to give us inspirational quotes. He came to save our souls from Hell. On the cross, Jesus bore the punishment for our sins. He faced the wrath we deserved. He conquered death and rose again so that we could have eternal life. John 3:16 says it all: “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

Jesus is the only way to escape the eternal consequences of sin—not good deeds, not religion, not self-help. Jesus Himself said in John 14:6, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” That may sound exclusive, but it’s also incredibly inclusive. Everyone is invited.

The offer of salvation is not about fear—it’s about love. God’s love is so vast that He made way for us when we had no way. He gives us a choice: life or death, Heaven or Hell, Jesus or rejection. That choice has eternal consequences.

If you’ve never trusted in Jesus, now is the time. Eternity is too long to be wrong. Hell is real—but so is God’s mercy. His arms are open, ready to receive you. All you have to do is repent, believe in Jesus Christ, and follow Him.

This is not just a message for the religious. It’s a rescue call for every soul on earth. Hell is real. But praise God—Jesus saves.

[Video] Powerful Bible Verses That Eliminate Debt Fast

Debt can be a heavy burden, causing stress and worry. However, as believers, we can turn to God’s Word for wisdom, guidance, and supernatural intervention. The Bible contains powerful promises about financial freedom, provision, and abundance. By applying these scriptures to your life, you can trust God to help you eliminate debt fast and walk in financial peace.

1. Philippians 4:19 – Trust in God’s Provision

“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.”

This verse reassures us that God is our provider. No matter how overwhelming debt may seem, we can trust that God will supply all our needs. Declare this verse daily and believe that God will open doors of provision to help you pay off your debt.

2. Proverbs 22:7 – Avoid Borrowing and Seek Financial Freedom

“The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender.”

This scripture highlights the dangers of debt. It reminds us to be cautious about borrowing and to work toward financial independence. If you’re in debt, make it a priority to break free and seek wisdom in managing your finances.

3. Deuteronomy 28:12 – Blessings of Obedience

“The Lord will open the heavens, the storehouse of his bounty, to send rain on your land in season and to bless all the work of your hands. You will lend to many nations but will borrow from none.”

God desires for His people to be lenders, not borrowers. This promise is linked to obedience—when we follow His principles of stewardship, tithing, and generosity, He blesses our efforts, leading to debt elimination and financial overflow.

4. Romans 13:8 – The Call to Be Debt-Free

“Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law.”

God wants us to live debt-free so we can focus on serving Him and others. Commit to repaying your debts diligently and seek divine strategies to accelerate your debt payoff.

5. Malachi 3:10 – The Power of Tithing

“Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.”

Many believers have experienced supernatural financial breakthroughs through tithing. When you put God first in your finances, He promises to bless you abundantly.

6. Luke 6:38 – The Law of Giving and Receiving

“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”

Giving, even in small amounts, activates God’s financial principles. When you are generous, God blesses you in return, creating opportunities to eliminate debt quickly.

Final Thoughts

Eliminating debt is possible when you combine biblical wisdom with practical financial steps. Pray over these scriptures, apply them to your life, and trust God to lead you toward financial freedom. Stay faithful, be disciplined, and watch how God moves in your finances!

 

Between Borders in theaters only January 26-28

Between Borders in theaters only January 26-28

• Buy tickets today to see Between Borders in theaters only January 26-28!
• This film stars Elizabeth Tabish from The Chosen & Elizabeth Mitchell from Lost & The Santa Claus movies!
• Watch this moving family film in theaters starting January 26!
• Synopsis: In a crumbling Soviet Union, the Petrosyan family are outcasts—wherever they go. Armenian heritage marks them as being discriminated against both at home in Azerbaijan and in Russia. Based on a riveting true story of faith and hope set amidst great oppression, hope became their home in the shadow of exile.

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You are a Child of God Coloring Book

You are a child of God

• You Are a Child of God is a faith-based children’s coloring book designed to be shared between a child and their caregiver. This helps foster meaningful connections and conversations about God’s love from a young age.
• It is more than a book – each page invites children (and adults) to color, creating a calming and creative experience while reading and engaging with Scripture.
• The book encourages reflection on key biblical truths, making it perfect for family devotionals or bedtime readings, creating special moments between loved ones.
• The book draws from verses like Psalm 139:13-18 and Jeremiah 29:11 to remind children of their identity in Christ.
• The holidays are just around the corner, and You Are a Child of God is a thoughtful gift for someone special. Whether it’s for parents expecting a little one, children in your family, or even a friend who loves creative, faith-filled activities, this book offers something meaningful. It’s not just a coloring book – it’s a way to reflect on God’s love and create wonderful memories. It’s also a perfect stocking stuffer for Sunday school students or a unique addition to a family’s faith journey. Give a gift that inspires and shares God’s love this season!

Book Summary:

A love note to people of all ages, You Are a Child of God brings together many of the most important messages in the Bible. Highlighting verses from both the Old and New Testaments, the author helps people understand what the Scriptures teach about our unique creation and God’s involvement in our lives. This book is fun for kids to color and invites adult readers to meditate on Scripture while engaging their inner child through coloring.

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Author Bio:

Michelle Fritch is a child of God, a mother of three, an ordained Episcopal Priest, and a counselor who fiercely believes that love can change the world.

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