From Gabriel & Jeanette There are many things happening around us and in our lives that can take us away from being thankful. But the faithfulness of the Lord helps bring us back to that path of gratefulness when we see others who are worse off . . . and yet don’t complain. Or, we […]
The Common Core
Most people want to know the will of God, sometimes just out of curiosity. If we knew God’s will for certain it would help us with major decisions at critical points in our lives. However, it is very rare that we will know God’s will for certain. While God has a specific plan and purpose […]
Fireproof
But now thus saith the Lord that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine. When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when […]
How Does Exercising Your Senses Make You More Mature?
In Hebrews 5:12-14, the author identifies mature Christians as “those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.” Christian maturity is the result of constantly exercising our spiritual senses. The human body has five senses—sight, hearing, smelling, tasting, and touch—which act as inputs to the brain. These five senses are […]
If Ye Then Be Risen With Christ
The celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ reminds us that through Him we have been resurrected to a new life. This is not just something we imagine or hope for but it is a reality. Now that we are risen with Christ, our citizenship is no longer in this world but we are citizens […]
Don’t Carry the Enemy’s Baggage
Whose Bags Are You Carrying? When traveling on international flights, travelers are asked these questions at the luggage check-in: “Are you carrying baggage for someone else?” or “Did you pack all the bags yourself?” It could be very dangerous and destructive to carry someone else’s baggage especially if that person is a stranger. An innocent-looking […]
Spiritual Fitness
Success in athletics, sports, and fitness requires three main ingredients—regular practice or exercise, good nutrition, and a good coach who can refine and hone skills or techniques. Likewise, spiritual fitness has three necessary components: Regularly training our minds and senses to discern between right and wrong (Hebrews 5:14, Romans 12:1-2) A regular diet that feeds the […]
Preserve the Unity of the Spirit in Your Marriage and In the Church
We have to fight a battle constantly to preserve the unity of the Spirit — both in a marriage and in a church. It is written in Ephesians 4:3 “Be diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace”.” Article from Zac Poonen. Unity is a great theme in many […]
Is Your Past Dictating Your Future? (Emotions & Letting Go)
At the 2015 Young Living Convention, Dr. Tom Reed talked about the effects of brain and body health on the spiritual part of life. Health problems are caused by negative emotions — anger, bitterness, unforgiveness, resentment, depression.We cannot live in the past. We must be free, and live for today. When you finally forgive someone, you […]
True Freedom
This Fourth of July did you wonder how many Americans knew what we were actually celebrating? Most people were just busy enjoying their barbecues, picnics, cook-outs, and other forms of entertainment. Even the few that know the true reason for the holiday, have the wrong notion of freedom. Most people think that freedom means “doing […]