“Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” Ephesians 5:1-2 New International Version (NIV)
A New Approach to An Old Problem
As women that have been married more than a few years, we sympathize with those who want so much to be married. We understand their desire to feel secure and not have to walk through life alone. Just ...
Our Willingness to be Teachable and Guided by the Holy Spirit
In Sandra’s spiritual journey in Christ, her willingness to be teachable and guided by the Holy Spirit has become increasingly crucial. As she seeks to strengthen her relationship with God, she also f...
I Will NEVER Do That Again!
As we step into a season of elevation, it’s time for some serious pruning. This isn’t just about cutting away the dead weight; it’s about shedding our old, unhealthy patterns and making space for some...
Be Clear About Your Desires
When you’re praying and making requests before God, it’s important to be specific about what you’re asking for. Being specific demonstrates that you’ve thoughtfully considered your desires and are min...
Triumphing over A Whirlwind of Crazy
Life has a way of throwing curveballs that leave us reeling. You know the drill—one minute you’re cruising along, and the next, everything feels like it’s spiraling out of control. For Ida, a 57-year-...
The Quickening of the Holy Spirit
The quickening of the Holy Spirit is a profound and transformative experience that breathes life into our spiritual journey with the Lord Jesus. This awakening marks a pivotal moment when the Holy Spi...
Understanding the Principles of Faith
One of the fundamental lessons we encounter early in our Christian walk is that faith demands more than just a superficial belief. It requires a deep, genuine commitment from both our mind and heart. ...
Don’t Let A Fear of Failure Stop You
The fear of failure can often feel like a heavy shackle, holding us back and turning our dreams into distant possibilities. We get paralyzed by doubt, standing still like a deer caught in headlights, ...
Beyond Blessed
Jesus Christ reminds us in Matthew 5:4 (NLT), “God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” This verse speaks to a profound truth that often gets overlooked in our fast-paced world. Many ...
Complete in Christ
As believers in the Lord Jesus Christ who want God to do big things in our lives, we have to be incredibly interested in what it means to be complete in Christ. God’s Word is packed with promise...
Accepting What You Can’t Change
As believers who love and honor our Heavenly Father, embracing flexibility to His Will is essential for demonstrating obedience and reverence toward Him. We must recognize that we are not in control; ...
It’s All About the Relationship
Our Heavenly Father, Yahweh, the Great I Am, is brilliant beyond what we could ever attempt to define with human words. He is magnificent beyond magnificence, perfect beyond perfection, and majestic b...
Get Ready, Stay Ready
We’ve all heard someone say, “I don’t have to get ready because I stay ready!” It sounds pretty confident, but it would be even better if everyone who said that really understood what God has promised...
The Danger of Not Protecting Your Thought-life
Disappointment and impatience can be a lethal combination on your thought-life. In God’s Word, He tells us to guard against these two. Proverbs 13:12 (NLT) reminds us that “Hope deferred makes the hea...
My Container Was Empty, Now It’s Full!
King Solomon inherited the throne from his father, David, a man who pleased and loved God. Solomon assumed the role of king over Israel at a young age and recognized the enormity of the responsibility...
Righting the Wrongs of Our Pasts
Dealing with the mistakes and regrets of our past is something that’s on a lot of our minds. We all carry memories of moments we wish we could relive differently—whether it’s relationships that didn’t...
The Key to Expansion and Increase
Ever feel like you’re slogging through quicksand when trying to make changes in your life, inching forward at a snail’s pace despite your best efforts? It’s frustrating when progress seems slow and th...
You Will Have Abundant Joy!
You know the feeling—when you hear an epic prophecy that something amazing is coming your way, and you’re buzzing with excitement. You can barely contain yourself, right? But then, fast forward a week...
Thriving Emotionally While Holding Fast to Your Faith
Isaiah 40:31 (NLT) offers a powerful message of hope and renewal: “But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. T...
Jesus Christ Is the Answer
Each of us must ask ourselves what we want out of life—a fundamental question whose answer is often simpler than we realize, yet it requires us to dig a little deeper to uncover. Our spiritual teacher...
God’s Healing Power
Years ago, after Leslie’s painful divorce, she made a solemn promise to herself and to the Lord that she would prioritize her relationship with Him above all else. Her marriage had been tumultuous fro...
Challenge Negative Thoughts
Negative thoughts are often pessimistic, self-defeating, and critical in nature. They oppose a mindset that is aligned with Christ and frequently stem from fixating on the worst possible outcomes or c...
Loving God with All Your Heart
Loving God with all your heart isn’t about following a set of rules; rather it’s about diving into a deeply personal and meaningful relationship with Him. Imagine a deep friendship or a romantic partn...
Embracing God’s Purpose-the Path to Fulfillment and Joy
Ephesians 2:10 (NLT) tells us, “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” This verse emphasizes our Heavenly...
The Joy of Worshiping God
Psalm 100:1-2 (NLT) is a powerful exhortation to engage in joyful worship and praise towards God. It states: “1 A psalm of thanksgiving. Shout with joy to the LORD, all the earth! 2 Worship the LORD w...
Where Are You with God?
Matthew 6:8 (NLT)“For your Father knows exactly what you need even before you ask him!”
Genesis 1:26-27 tells us that God created Adam in His own image, and He then took a rib from Adam’s body and ...
Exempt from Sacrifice
In a world where convenience often takes precedence over commitment, it’s not uncommon for individuals to adopt attitudes that prioritize ease over facing life’s inevitable difficulties. Jesus Christ ...
Faith in Action
Hebrews 11:30(NLT) states, “It was by faith that the people of Israel marched around Jericho for seven days, and the walls came crashing down.” This verse encourages us to keep the faith when it appea...
Adjusting Your Expectations
Free-Will is a gift of God that we must intimately understand in our significant relationships. Many women pray for God to change a man for them, hoping He will alter a man’s thought patterns and beha...
Lord, Search My Heart
In Matthew 6:19-21 (NLT), Jesus Christ teaches us to discern the condition of the soul’s heart by observing what it treasures. This passage says, “19 Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on ea...