Spiritual maturity is not reached by the passing of the years, but by obedience to the will of God. Some people mature into an understanding of God’s will more quickly than others because they obey more readily; they more readily sacrifice the life of nature to the will of God. Oswald Chambers.Matthew 5:6 AMP“Blessed [joyful, … Continue reading Maturing in Christ
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Make a Shift: Choose God’s Will!
Children play games that depend on balance. If you run a three-legged race with a partner, both partners must work together with balance and coordination to be successful. It’s fun to play these games as a child but adults need balance in their lives also. When we look at our lives, at times we can … Continue reading Make a Shift: Choose God’s Will!
Living in Victory
Being a Christian is more than just an instantaneous conversion - it is a daily process whereby you grow to be more and more like Christ. Billy Graham.Galatians 2:20 NKJVI have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in … Continue reading Living in Victory
The Danger of a Negative Response
Have you ever found yourself unexpectedly pulled into a situation simply because you were in the right place at the right moment, without having any clue it was happening? You were just going about your business, and you find yourself at the center of the issue. Well King Agrippa in the book of Acts had … Continue reading The Danger of a Negative Response
Walking With Jesus
"Only by walking with God can we hope to find the path that leads to life. That is what it means to be a disciple. After all -- aren't we 'followers of Christ'? Then by all means, let's actually follow him. Not ideas about him. Not just his principles. Him." John Eldredge.Colossians 2:6 NLTAnd now, … Continue reading Walking With Jesus
The Blessing of Change
“Nothing paralyzes our lives like the attitude that things can never change. We need to remind ourselves that God can change things. Outlook determines outcome. If we see only the problems, we will be defeated; but if we see the possibilities in the problems, we can have victory.” Warren Wierbse. 2 Corinthians 5:17 NLT This … Continue reading The Blessing of Change
It’s Time for Change!
As we look around us, we must admit that that our experiences are not what we desire. Children killing parents and parents killing children; we are losing our daughters in large numbers because men, young and old have no value for their lives. We are seeing people in need of help denied services because the … Continue reading It’s Time for Change!
Your Good Deeds Honors God
"Do all the good you can, for all the people you can, in all the ways you can, as long as you can" John Wesley. Matthew 5:16 AMP Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good deeds and moral excellence, and [recognize and honor and] glorify your Father who is in … Continue reading Your Good Deeds Honors God
God Has a Plan!
“Pray for wisdom to deal with whatever is worrying you. Pray that God will act to change the circumstances according to His will. He doesn’t always do what we want Him to – but He knows what’s best for us, and He can be trusted.” Billy Graham. Matthew 7:11 NLT So if you sinful people … Continue reading God Has a Plan!
Jesus Christ: Our Friend
A Friend when other friendships cease,A Friend when others fail,A Friend who gives me joy and peace,A Friend when foes assail. (Friendship with Jesus). Proverbs 18:24 CEV Some friends don't help,but a true friend is closer than your own family. John 15:12-13 NLT This is my commandment: Love each other in the same way I have loved … Continue reading Jesus Christ: Our Friend
Victory Walk 