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Discouragement is our typical response when our desires our unfulfilled. That was the situation a desperate father experienced when he brought his son to Jesus’ disciples to be delivered from an unclean spirit: and whenever it seizes him, it slams… Continue Reading →
What is your view of Jesus? The Apostle John recorded that many people believed in His name: Now when He was in Jerusalem at the Passover, during the feast, many believed in His name, observing His signs which He was… Continue Reading →
We face a barrage of attacks from the world, our own fleshly desires, and the devil. The Psalmist understood the severity of the battle and he also realized the key to victory: How can a young man keep his way… Continue Reading →
We have a tendency to blame God for the problems in our lives. As we exam the reasons for our difficulties, we may discover that we have a degree of culpability. Nahum, whose name means comfort or consolation, was a… Continue Reading →
How do we know if we are filled by the Spirit? One indicator is that we manifest the fruit of the Spirit. One’s natural response may be prone to gravitate to the deeds of the flesh: Now the deeds of the… Continue Reading →
Wouldn’t we all love to wait for God alone—as in, not have to wait in traffic, or at the doctor’s office, or for our kids to get dressed to go wherever they/we all need to, etc.? Unfortunately, we still have… Continue Reading →
How do you respond when you interact with difficult people? Our default response may be to become defensive or to attack the other person. It’s natural for us to view the other person as the enemy, but the Apostle Paul… Continue Reading →
There exists in the heart of man a slow and steady downward pull toward our fleshly desires. Although God has redeemed His children, we must remain alert to the allurements of the world, the weaknesses of our flesh, and the… Continue Reading →
Trust the Lord, it’s in His hands! I can imagine some people’s response– “That sounds great, but in the meantime, what’s my responsibility and what can, or should I do?” Especially if you’re a leader, and people are depending on… Continue Reading →
It’s nice to be chosen! Remember when you were young and the kids were choosing up sides for kickball – what was your greatest fear? You did not want to be the last person chosen, or worse yet, not chosen… Continue Reading →
The dose makes the poison. Paracelsus The actual quote is “All things are poison and nothing is without poison; the dosage alone makes it so a thing is not a poison.” (Original in German: ‘Alle Ding sind Gift und nichts… Continue Reading →
Why does fear matter? Because whatever we fear governs our life and thoughts. Here are examples of the more common fears and their implications: 1. If we fear rejection, we will always be worried about whether we’re pleasing people or… Continue Reading →
There are many good things you could do, but good can be the enemy of the best. Luke records a story that shows us the importance of choosing the best. As Jesus was nearing the end of His ministry, He… Continue Reading →
We’ve all heard the expression, “Work smarter, not harder.” Of course this doesn’t mean be as lazy as we can get away with being. That would develop a bad attitude and work ethic in general. It would also not sit… Continue Reading →
All of us have experienced doubts in our lives. We want to believe, but in the back of our mind is a nagging doubt. You’re not alone – Jesus met a man who desperately wanted to believe, but he felt… Continue Reading →
