The Path of Most Resistance
When God calls us to a new path, especially a path that will lead us to sharing His word and His gospel, it is normal to feel uncomfortable because we may fear rejection, humiliation,…
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Mercy – Christ Showed Us the Way
With a dead end before us, Christ showed us the way; When we walked in the nighttime, Christ brought us the day. With our faces all hidden, Christ carried our shame;
Dealing with the Past
Anger: The relentless invader of silence .The noise of the soul. The unseen irritant of the heart.
Fix Your Eyes on Jesus
As spiritual athletes, we must run with relentless perseverance because God has already marked out the race for us.
Embrace Your Identity in Christ
The thing is, if you don’t know who you are, then you’re vulnerable to other people telling you who you are. But the concrete, solid, gospel truth is that you are who God says…
Guarding Your Hearts
For most of us, thought management is, well, un-thought of! Jesus wants you to have a heart like his.
Hanging On
“Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him” James 1:12
Spiritual Distractions
Paul admonishes us “attend upon the Lord without distraction.” Like focusing on our driving, Christians need to be spiritually focused.
Choosing Love over Rights
Instead of focusing on the privileges due us, we should take the biblical perspective of loving enemies and forgiving persecutors (Matthew 5:44). Believers lay down their rights so they can take up the cause…
Godly Power
When it is godly power, might does make right because godly power is accompanied by love and self-discipline.
Weapons of Spiritual Warfare
Make no mistake, the devil is a real devil! Every conflict is a contest with Satan and his forces.
Dealing with Discouragement
Discouragement is a state of mind in which we become faint-hearted and lose confidence in God, ourselves, or others.
I Love the Lord
Understanding the Lord's love, presence, and nearness should lead us to serve him and to deepen our relationship with him. While we love God for many reasons, we want to express our love to…
The Light of His Countenance
John 1:5 “God is Light” Psalm 27:1 “The LORD is my Light” Remember, it is the ardent longing of your heavenly Father that you should dwell and rejoice in His light. So, do not…
Trusting Means Safety
"Fear of man is a dangerous trap, but to trust in God means safety" Proverbs 29:25
He Who Began a Good Work
“He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” Philippians 1:6
When We Need Him Most
His strongest grace Is for your weakest moment; His sweetest fellowship Is for your loneliest journey;
When the Spirit Prompts, Forgive
Do you feel nudged to forgive people who have hurt you? Or do you want to nurse your ego by not forgiving?
Second Chances
Questions: Is there someone in your life who deserves a second chance? Is it time to find forgiveness for them, regardless of how they've hurt you in the past?
Truth Can Set You Free
Freedom is something we all love, but do we really know what it is? Some people think it’s being able to choose or act with few if any restraints, limits, or accountabilities. But that…
What a Difference a Leaf Makes
Encourage those who are struggling. Don’t know what to say?
God’s Hands
Today is in God's hands and so are you. His hands are strong and will uphold you; His hands are great and will enfold you; His hands are gentle and will embrace you;