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As spiritual athletes, we must run with relentless perseverance because God has already marked out the race for us.
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As spiritual athletes, we must run with relentless perseverance because God has already marked out the race for us.
“Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before Him..
Yes, “God’s workmanship”! That’s you! His strength will carry you! He will walk beside you into your today with all its challenges. He will fulfill you with deeds planned for you.
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…
“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
Paul admonishes us “attend upon the Lord without distraction.” Like focusing on our driving, Christians need to be spiritually focused.
When it is godly power, might does make right because godly power is accompanied by love and self-discipline.
Make no mistake, the devil is a real devil! Every conflict is a contest with Satan and his forces.
In the book of Ephesians, Paul reminds us of this. Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.Not by our own might, but through God’s. God’s strength. God’s power. For us.
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…
His strongest grace Is for your weakest moment; His sweetest fellowship Is for your loneliest journey;
Do you feel nudged to forgive people who have hurt you? Or do you want to nurse your ego by not forgiving?
Freedom of Forgiveness: The church is full of sinners. Christ longs to show compassion toward us all. “So there is now no condemnation awaiting those who belong to Christ Jesus”
Yes, dear one, God DOES have a wonderful plan for your life! Completely trust Him.
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?
Is the tension between the freedom that Christ came to give you, and the weight of fulfilling the law has been struggle for you?
Encourage those who are struggling. Don’t know what to say?
What replaces the joy in our lives? The following is a list of circumstances that might be our “joy robbers.” •Fear of the future, fear of a health situation, fear of losing control. •Fear…
As you face impossible situations, Be comforted in this fact...Jesus Who lives and reigns on the throne Of your heart, is contending with Those who are contending with you.