In our "give it to me now", self-gratifying culture, many are forfeiting their futures over cheap, quick, and temporary thrills!
It’s All from God
If anyone shares any spiritually profound truth, it's only because God has revealed it through His Word and His Spirit. It's called #revelation. #Godstillspeaks #areyoulistening? In Him all the treasures of [divine] wisdom (comprehensive insight into the ways and purposes of God) and [all the riches of spiritual] knowledge and enlightenment are stored up and... Continue Reading →
Ties that Bind
When the ties that bind us closely to this earth are gone, the ties that bind us closer to Heaven are made stronger. All of us who have experienced the loss of a loved one, and, who not only believe in Heaven, but have peace that our loved one has entered Heaven, can relate. The... Continue Reading →
Good Teacher
The best teachers remain lifetime students. "I don’t mean to say I am perfect. I haven’t learned all I should even yet, but I keep working toward that day when I will finally be all that Christ saved me for and wants me to be." (The Apostle Paul - Philippians 3:12 TLB)
Doors, Walls, and Bridges
The people in your life are either a door, a wall, or a bridge.
Thoughts to Destiny
Thoughts become actions. Actions become habits. Habits become our character. Character becomes our destiny. Renew your mind according to God's Word, and then begin to live by it - reach God's destiny for your life! Romans 12:2 As a man thinks, so is he. Proverbs 23:7
Led by the Spirit?
Well, have you asked Him what He wants you to do today? The true children of God are those who let God's Spirit lead them. Romans 8:14 (NCV)
Who’s writing your story?
Satan is the author of fear, lies, deception, and destruction. God is the author of faith, truth, freedom, and life. Which author is writing your story? (John 8:44; Revelation 12:9; 1 Peter 5:8; John 10:10; Romans 10:17; Hebrews 12:2; John 14:6; Luke 4:18-19)
Trusted over the Talented
God uses the trusted over the talented - those whose hearts are fully trusting Him and whose hearts He can fully trust ... with His plans, visions, and purposes. There are often many who are more talented and/or more capable, but often many talented individuals are not only unavailable for God to use, but they are... Continue Reading →
No Fear = No Wisdom
If we are not willing to honor, revere, and submit to the authority of God, we are not a candidate to even begin to have any wisdom. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom... Proverbs 1:7 The reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord is the beginning and the principal and... Continue Reading →
Success in God’s Eyes
Success in God's eyes is obeying what He tells you to do; and hearing at the end of your journey, "Well done, daughter or son, You have been My good and faithful servant."* *Matthew 25:21
Alike or a Light?
We can never be a light to the darkness while we are participating with it. Carefully determine what pleases the Lord. Take no part in the worthless deeds of evil and darkness; instead, expose them. Ephesians 5:10-11 Also Matthew 5:14-16
Revealed in God’s Presence
When we spend time in God's presence, wisdom, vision, purpose and calling are revealed.
Lay em Down
As we continually lay our passions and the desires of our heart on the altar, we can be assured that God is desiring to use them for His purpose and glory, when He keeps igniting them again and again!
Feeling Pushed?
It's better to be lead by the Lord than to be pushed by people. It's called "peace" versus "pressure".
Criticizing or Co-laboring?
The critical are usually not involved. So encourage each other to build each other up...1 Thessalonians 5:11
Separated Unto God
Sometimes when God allows us to be separated from people, He desires to draw us closer to Himself. Draw close to God and He will draw close to you...James 4:8
Modern Day Slavery
What we can walk away from, we have mastered. Whatever we cannot walk away from has mastered us. Whatever is controlling you - you do not have authority over. 2 Peter 2:19 ... For you are a slave to whatever controls you.
Jesus Take the Wheel or Take a Seat?
Sometimes we just want Jesus to go along with what we want to do, instead of us following what He wants us to do. John 10:27 The sheep that are My own hear and are listening to My voice; and I know them, and they follow Me.
They All Fall Down
Don't put people on pedestals. People fall from pedestals - it's not a good place to be. Only Jesus deserves to be on the pedestal of our hearts. “Have no gods other than Me." Exodus 20:3
Accountability Required
God is the only One who does not need accountability.
Overflow
How can we expect to be full of God's presence if we never spend any time in His presence. #overflow Is your cup running over?
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