“It is God who works in you to will and to act according to His good purpose. Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” (Philippian 1:6, 2:13) *Please read carefully and be attentive to the Holy Spirit asContinue reading “Declaration Of Release”
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Are You a Guy or a Man?
“The disciples were amazed. ‘Who is this man?’ they asked. ‘Even the winds and waves obey Him!’” (Matthew 8:27 NLT) When you’re with a group of men you might see, hear, or smell any number of things, but if you asked why, the common response is: “It’s just a guy thing!” And that’s true evenContinue reading “Are You a Guy or a Man?”
Colder or Bolder?
“Sin will be rampant everywhere, and the love of many will grow cold. But the one who endures to the end will be saved.” (Matthew 24:12-13 NLT) Are you ready for Jesus’ return? He’s coming soon! We must be about our Father’s business! What is that? Being bold in our witness to those without JesusContinue reading “Colder or Bolder?”
Take a Pause!
“When Jesus climbed out of the boat, a man possessed by an evil spirit came out from a cemetery to meet Him.” (Mark 5:2 NLT) Jesus told His disciples in the later verses of Mark 4: “Let’s cross to the other side of the lake.” There were two very significant events that took place onContinue reading “Take a Pause!”
The Darkness of That Saturday!
“But by the time they were finished the Sabbath had begun, so they rested as required by the law.” (Luke 23:56b NLT) We, as followers of Jesus, celebrate Good Friday, commemorating the day Jesus died for our sin. And we joyfully worship on Resurrection Sunday, acknowledging Jesus’ victory over death and the grave. But seldomContinue reading “The Darkness of That Saturday!”
When You Reach the End of Yourself
“The commander of the Lord’s army replied, ‘Take off your sandals, for the place where you are standing is holy.’ And Joshua did as he was told.” (Joshua 5:15 NLT) Joshua was the man God chose to lead the children of Israel into their promised land after the death of Moses. There were two predominantContinue reading “When You Reach the End of Yourself”
The Fear of Believing
“’Joseph, son of David,’ the angel said, ‘do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife.’” (Matthew 1:20a NLT) Fear is a very real and present danger when it comes to understanding and carrying out God’s will. It has many implications and can often be confusing and disturbing. But if we’re patient and openContinue reading “The Fear of Believing”
What Really Scares You?
“Don’t be afraid of those who want to kill your body; they cannot touch your soul. Fear only God, who can destroy both soul and body in hell.” (Matthew 10:28 NLT) When I was a boy, I had an inflatable clown that I used to punch, and it would bounce right back up. I keptContinue reading “What Really Scares You?”
When Fear Is Good
“’Don’t be afraid,’ Moses answered them, ‘for God has come in this way to test you, and so that your fear of Him will keep you from sinning.’” (Exodus 20:20 NLT) Hundreds of times throughout the Bible we’re told to “fear not” or “don’t be afraid,” yet isn’t fear healthy on some levels? When IContinue reading “When Fear Is Good”
What’s Holding You Back?
“Anyone who wants to do the will of God will know whether my teaching is from God or is merely My own.” (John 7:17 NLT) Where is your heart leading you in this new year? BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL! According to Jeremiah the Prophet: “The human heart is the most deceitful of all things, and desperatelyContinue reading “What’s Holding You Back?”
Walking With Jesus 