James 1:2-3 “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.” "Hang in there!" There are few traits more important than perseverance. Most important accomplishments in life happen because of perseverance.
Read more..Some situations feel like a never-ending circle. I go around and around never getting anywhere. But still, I feel like there must be something I can do. So, I keep trying. And I keep getting nowhere.
Read more..God's love makes all the difference. It changes lives. It changes lifestyles. It changes outlook.
Read more..Anxiety is not a sin; it is an emotion. Anxiety can, however, lead to sinful behavior.
Read more..I don't know what your days look like right now. Perhaps life feels like it's out of control and you're praying for the strength to see your way through. Or maybe, everything is calm right now and you're thankful for the time to catch your breath.
Read more..Truth. Truth, like the sunrise, moves away night; It enters the soul sending demons to flight. Truth, like a hammer, breaks every chain; It works like an ointment to heal every pain.
Read more..Its time to arise and speak to that storm you are experiencing: I know that my redeemer lives! By the stripes of Jesus, I am healed.
Read more..Turning to the Lord will not necessarily bring an end to the hardship, but He will help us see that we are exactly where He wants us. He has a reason for the discomfort and desires that we grow in Christ through it. Whatever the situation, the safest place in the world is the center of His will.
Read more..Most Holy Father, guard my heart from temptation and my life from sin. I want to serve you with wholehearted devotion.
Read more..Do your battle on your knees today. Do your battle in worship. God will fight for you.
Read more..We must be alert so that we are able to discern whose voice we are listening to. Our thought life has two channels — one is alert to God, and one is alert to Satan.
Read more..Say this as a prayer – In faith, I know this to be true: By God’s grace, I am able take control of my thoughts, weeding out the ones that don’t belong—those that might lead me away from God (2 Corinthians 10:5). Continue the prayer --->
Read more..A devotional on security. Prayer: Father God, My heart is hungry to feel Your presence close to me. Help me to enter into Your presence through the gate of thanksgiving.
Read more..The point is clear. The Father of Truth will win, and the followers of Truth will be saved. The prize is yours. Applaud the victory!
Read more..The Lord’s priority is our spiritual development. When we obey what His Word reveals to be His will, He’ll sovereignly direct our path in every other matter.
Read more..If impurity hides in the corner or your heart or mine, it can rob us of joy. So, let go of anger, unforgiveness or any other impure attitude.
Read more..John 3:16 "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life"
Read more..Lord, I admit to preferring ultimate order without the mess. Help me be patient as you work your good work in my life.
Read more..This week, intentionally offer the last seat on the bus, even if you got there first; be patient with your friend who came late.
Read more..From Genesis to Revelation, God is revealing His thoughts, principles, and wisdom so we can live accordingly in any situation.
Read more..Spiritual blessings begin with a revelation of God as Abba Father. Be blessed with a love relationship with Him. He wants you to know Jesus personally and grow in Him. Be blessed to desire righteousness that conforms you to the will and ways of God. He wants to give you holy joy in abiding in Him.
Read more..Trust is absolutely vital to having a close relationship with God. Trust in God opens the door to all sorts of healthy spiritual practices.
Read more..I struggle with intrusive thoughts on a daily basis. An intrusive thought flies into my brain. Instantly, my mind is shaken from the peaceful state it was in and thrown into a full blown panic.
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