2019-03-27
An Infusion of Power
“Even the youths shall be exhausted, and the young men will all give up. But
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2019-03-26
When You are Out of Choices
Jesus told the man,“Stand up. Pick up your mat and walk.” And the man immediately obeyed. I wish we would do that. I wish we would take Jesus at his word.
Read more..2019-03-21
Hiding Place
“You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with
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Is He Keeping Something Good From Me?
Man has had a curious fascination with evil from the beginning. In Genesis 3, Adam and Eve had a full knowledge of goodness because they had a very close relationship with the all-good God. Goodness was written on their hearts and they had never sinned.
Read more..2019-03-12
Perseverance
What about perseverance in your spiritual life? Do you press on for spiritual growth and maturity with the same zeal as you pursue the secular goals and focus of your life?
Read more..2019-03-11
The Lord is Our Helper
How can we be confident in what happens today? What is our assurance for tomorrow? Where do we muster excitement about eternity?
Read more..2019-03-07
God Rules in Your Circumstances
The same sovereign God who used Paul’s circumstances for His purposes can do so with yours. But like the apostle, you’ll have to trust that the Lord will comfort and strengthen you to endure, and yes, even to rejoice.
Read more..2019-03-06
The Greenhouse of the Heart
Your mind is the doorway to your heart. The Holy Spirit stands with you on the threshold, helping you manage and filter the thoughts that try to enter.
Read more..2019-03-05
We Are Not Consumed
When you pray, do you rant and shake your fist at God? Or do you sit quietly, assured of his faithful renewal even amidst turmoil?
Read more..2019-03-03
Heaven’s Helpers
Have your prayers been met with a silent sky? Have you prayed and heard nothing? If so, don’t give up!
Read more..2019-03-02
Helmet of Salvation
I remember as a child trying to figure out why the ‘armor of God’ fit particular parts of the body. “Take the helmet of salvation…” Ephesians 6:17a
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You are the Light
Our life will not be neutral. We will either point others away from God or show them that allegiance to God is important.
Read more..2019-02-28
Authority Over the Enemy
Action Point: Because I have been given authority over the enemy, by faith I will exercise that authority on behalf of others as well as myself, believing God for ultimate victory in each situation.
Read more..2019-02-27
The Words of Our Mouth
God takes our words very seriously, and so should we. Jesus said, “The mouth speaks out of that which fills the heart” (Matthew. 12:34). Therefore, what we need is a heart transformation, and the only one who can do that is God.
Read more..2019-02-24
God Is Near
God is as near as your next breath!“Do not be afraid nor dismayed because of this great multitude, for the battle is not yours, but God’s!” (vs. 15).
Read more..2019-02-23
You Will Rejoice
Once you and I truly experience the joy of the Lord, no one can rob us of that joy!
Read more..2019-02-22
My Grace is Sufficient
Prayer: Patient and loving Shepherd, guard my heart from discouragement in tough times and guard it from arrogance in good times.
Read more..2019-02-21
He Knows How You Feel
I’ve heard people say, “Why talk to God about my problems? He can’t understand.” According to the Bible--he can!
Read more..2019-02-20
The Holy Spirit: Giver of Gifts
Jesus Christ knew all about the human tendency to feel inadequate. That is why He assured His followers they would receive a Helper—the Holy Spirit—
Read more..2019-02-17
The Lord Confides in Those Who Fear Him
Where does true deliverance come from? Only from God. Deliverance is found in God through deep reverential respect for his holiness and might, through living in covenant relationship with him, and through maintaining our focus on him.
Read more..2019-02-08
God’s Good Gifts
Ever feel like you have nothing? Just look at the gifts [God] has given you: “Every good action and every perfect gift is from God.” James 1:17 (NCV)
Read more..2019-02-07
Treasures in Jars of Clay
God promises that the pure in heart will see Him. When He gave us His Spirit to live in us, this was our guarantee that He would keep His promise.
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Maker of Heaven and Earth
In a world of startling beauty and a universe of dazzling diversity, our hearts are to be drawn back to the One who made it and now sustains it.
Read more..2019-01-29
Spend Time with Him
Spend time waiting on God. And, at the end of the day, thank God for the good parts. Question Him about the hard parts. Seek His mercy. Seek His strength.
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