“Jesus does not respond to our worry-filled way of living by saying that we should not be so busy with worldly affairs. He does not try to pull us away from the many events, activities, and people that make up our lives. . . . He asks us to shift the point of gravity, to … Continue reading Heart Shift-Obey the Lord
Category: personal growth
Called to Live in Freedom
“Freedom is something that is related to the very heart and core of the Gospel of the grace of God. The Bible teaches that there is a bondage which men have who are in sin, but once a man has been converted to Jesus Christ freedom becomes a part of his very nature.” Bily Graham. … Continue reading Called to Live in Freedom
A Lesson from Noah: Fulfill Your God-Given Purpose!
What do you do when you find yourself in the process of completing an impossible task? An impossible task paves the way for success and acclaim. When the Wright brothers completed an impossible task in 1903, they changed the world forever. What was their impossible task? They built and flew the world’s first successful airplane. … Continue reading A Lesson from Noah: Fulfill Your God-Given Purpose!
Growth in Dependence on God
“God allows us to face difficulties so that our faith will be stretched and refined. The trials we face provide an excellent opportunity for us to declare our dependence on God and not on ourselves. The way we win the battle with discouragement is by humbling ourselves before God and telling Him that we need … Continue reading Growth in Dependence on God
Developing a Lifestyle of Depending on God
There are some things that are consistent across the board, we all need someone who can provide support from time to time. That support can take many different forms; it can be someone to care for a sick baby while you get some much-needed sleep. It can be someone to cook a meal because you … Continue reading Developing a Lifestyle of Depending on God
Loyalty in Friendship: Offer Help!
Members of the community of the Spirit are friendly. The dictionary defines a friend as a person you know well and like a lot, but who is usually not a member of your family. In life, we are constantly making friends. If we move to a new community, we will make new friends in that community. It doesn’t mean … Continue reading Loyalty in Friendship: Offer Help!
Blessed Through Obedience
"I believe Christians often perceive obedience to God as some test designed just to see if we’re really committed to Him. But what if it’s designed as God’s way of giving us what’s best for us?' - Craig Groeschel.Genesis 12:4 NLT So Abram departed as the Lord had instructed, and Lot went with him. Abram … Continue reading Blessed Through Obedience
Follow Abraham’s Example and Obey God
The call to go to a far-away land can invoke fear and excitement. Excitement because there might be some wonderful new experiences. Fear because you have no idea what the future holds. I can only imagine Abram's emotions when God said to leave everything behind and go to this far-off land. We are not told … Continue reading Follow Abraham’s Example and Obey God
Growing in Christ
“The disciple of Christ desires above all else to be like him…” — Dallas Willard.2 Peter 3:18 NLTRather, you must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. All glory to him, both now and forever! Amen.Colossians 2:6-7 NLTAnd now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you … Continue reading Growing in Christ
Children in Ministry? Jesus Endorsed It!
When I was a child, children were seen and not heard; in other words, children didn't have a voice. Nowadays, we wish that we can hear them less at times. The things that come out of their mouths shock you. But, there are children who experience the love of God and change comes into their … Continue reading Children in Ministry? Jesus Endorsed It!
Victory Walk 