Insanity is defined as doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result. There has to be a decision on our part where we amend our ways and do something differently. This is especially true with our faith. To see some change in our life we have to amend our ways and…
Read MoreThe subject of money in the church is always a sensitive one. Paul is challenging us in becoming a generous giver. He knows the blessings that come to those who have learned the principle of being generous. Many hesitate in giving because there is nothing left after we pay all the bills but Paul wants…
Read MoreLove is used to describe a lot of things that have nothing to do with love. The Apostle John tells us this is love, that you obey God’s commandments. It is how we show our love to God and how our love is evident to those around us. Jesus said that the world will know that…
Read MoreHave you ever gotten lost? The kind of lost where you have no clue where you are at and which way to go? Israel found themselves in this position but God knew where they were at. He never loses sight of us. He leads us back to Him and restores our lives. Call out to…
Read MoreWe need to be able to test the spirits. This takes discernment and knowledge of God’s word. To know a counterfeit, you have to know what is authentic. These spirits are deceptive and want to throw us off through confusion and doubt. 1 John 4:1 “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits,…
Read MoreLove is one of the prevailing themes of the Bible. God tells us that he loved us so much that he sent his only son. Christians should be known by their love for one another. We are to be motivated by love. Our faith is proved by our love for one another. 1 John 3:11,…
Read MoreEveryone has something that is their kryptonite, that thing that trips them up and they cannot resist it. Paul tells us “Don’t be a stumbling block” to those who struggle. If it’s alcohol don’t offer it. It if is food don’t tempt them. As Christians, we need to be building others up not bringing them…
Read MoreWhen we have a desire in our heart that is consuming our thoughts and time it is described as having a “fire in my bones.” It is a passion that burns in our heart. Jeremiah had that as a prophet of God. He couldn’t shut up what was burning in his heart. Jeremiah 20:9 “If…
Read MoreGod is patient towards you. I think all of would be amazed if we understood how patient God is. His grace abounds, and his mercy is new every morning, so we have never come to the end of his patience. That doesn’t mean that God lingers forever in dealing with our sin, but if we…
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