Tag: Spiritual Growth
Pressured by the circumstances
I am a Child of God
As Prayer Warriors
Praying
We are given an awesome opportunity to show God and our fellow persons that we love them, by praying for … More
In the lion’s den
The angel that came to Daniel in the pit did not kill the lions he simply closed their mouths and … More
Is once saved, always saved biblical?
ANSWER Once a person is saved are they always saved? Yes, when people come to know Christ as their Savior, … More
Despite the clouds
Written by Blake Rackley) (Forgive typos…Today has been long. Well, this year has been long.) So much is weighing heavy … More
Recognizing God
Love is patient
Love is free
Don’t Find Fault
by Bryan Lowe “You may think you can condemn such people, but you are just as bad, and you have … More
He is ours!
What a joy to know our Lord personally!
Faith
So much going on right now all over the world. It would be easy to be tempted to lose our … More
Overcoming discouragement brings great blessing
Are you a “big picture” person? (My Note: Considering the previous message on the site today, I think this one … More
Look up!
God wants you to stop being “absorbed with the things right in front of you. Look up, and be alert … More
Six terrific truths about Time
Here are : First: Nobody can manage time. But you can manage those things that take up your time. Second: … More
Judging
Judging is the easiest path of resistance. We all do it. Even if we don’t realize that we do. … More
Be what you are
You have a choice
Every day of your life, you have a choice: You can focus on the bigness of the giants that stand … More
Obeying God brings great joy
Have you experienced the joy of obedience? No good thing will the Lord withhold from those who do what it … More
It seems today is the day to emphasize “Forgiveness”
Everywhere I turned today, I ran into new tidbits about “Forgiveness”. I don’t believe in coincidence, because I believe in … More
Today is your best day
In God we boast all day long, And praise Your name forever. Psalm 44:8 (NKJV) Here are four reasons why … More
Deliverance from Fear
“I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.” Psalm 34:4 Prayer positions us … More
Be patient and tough
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye … More
Are you filled with Joy?
Are you filled with joy? I have told you this so that you will be filled with my joy. Yes, … More
Christ in You!
When grace happens, Christ enters. Christ in you, the hope of glory! For many years, I missed this truth. I … More
Are you wearing the “belt of truth”?
The belt of truth Stand your ground, putting on the sturdy belt of truth. Ephesians 6:14 NLT “You will know … More
God Answers the Mess of Life
by Max Lucado You stare into the darkness. The ceiling fan whirls above you. Your husband slumbers next to you. … More
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted
I have always loved this passage in Psalm 34. Read the whole chapter (which I have copied from biblegateway.com and … More
10 Things You’ve Got to Know About Fear
I mean, that’s what they say. That people’s “number one fear is public speaking. And number two is death.” So … More
Faithful Perseverance
You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has … More
How to Really Live » A Holy Experience
How to Really Live » A Holy Experience. Amazing read!
LOVE YOUR ENEMIES
This message makes me stop and think. Do I really love my enemies?And better yet, who are my enemies? Do … More
SELFLESSNESS
Note: This is a beautiful story. I hope you will be blessed by it as I have been. Makes you … More
Every day, we are closer to Home!
By Max Lucado Too seldom do I hear thunder and think “Is that God?” I’ve been known to let a … More
What appears bad may be God’s plan for good
God has wonderful plans for your life “I am Joseph!” he said to his brothers. “Is my father still … More
A Huge Asset
As followers of God, you and I have a huge asset. We know everything is going to turn out all … More
Those who trust in God are no longer guilty
The worst sin What is the worst sin we can commit? And when he comes, he will convince the world … More
Loving the you He sees
Why does God love you so much? For the same reason the artist loves his paintings. You are His idea! … More
SPIRIT OF FORGIVENESS
… “For if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if … More
First Thing Every Morning
If you had a bank that credited your account each morning with $86,400—with no balance carried from day to day—what … More
Dark Aurora
Dark Aurora. This message is so well written, and expresses my feelings completely.
Take out the Trash
Who wants to live with yesterday’s rubble? Who wants to hoard the trash of the past? You don’t, do you? … More
A Biblical View Of The End Times
by Alan Carr Sermon #1 1 Cor. 15:51-57 51 Listen, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but … More
What leaders and Bible writers say about the Bible
“Within the covers of the Bible are all the answers for all the problems men face. The Bible can … More
What is real love?
Jesus
This picture sends chills over me! What a day that will be!
You will have abundant joy!
Ask, using my name, and you will receive, and you will have abundant joy. John 16:24b
Let God steer your life
Your spiritual DNA
Want to blow the cloud cover off a gray day? Accept God’s direction! It’s exactly what John Bentley did. He … More
Don’t give up!
Grace in vain
“As God’s co-workers we urge you not to receive God’s grace in vain.” 2 Corinthians 6:1 There is a vanity … More
Pure JOY
The Garden of Obedience
This message is essential for us to understand and apply to our lives so that we have true joy in … More
Quit Looking!
If you look long & hard enough, you’ll find something to gripe about. So quit looking! “give thanks whatever happens.” … More
Limiting God « lilies, sparrows and grass
Limiting God « lilies, sparrows and grass. This message was just what I needed to hear today! As you read … More
Take heart!
John 16:33b (NLT) Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome … More
Be alert, strong, brave and stand firm
1 Corinthians 16 (Good News Translation) 13 Be alert, stand firm in the faith, be brave, be strong.
This is the day that the Lord has made!
This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24 NLT
The cross of your past
When others nail you to the cross of your past, Jesus opens the door to your future & treats your … More
Rejoice in the gift of Today!
This is the day the Lord has made. Don’t load it with yesterday’s regrets or tomorrow’s troubles. Rejoice in the … More
His Masterpiece
As a group of fishermen relaxed in an old Scottish seaside inn, one of the men gestured widely, depicting a … More
Hydrate your soul
Don’t deny your anger. Don’t dismiss your loneliness. Your restless spirit. Your sense of dread. Don’t let your heart shrink … More
Jesus Says Move || « Hopeful of Words
Jesus Says Move || « Hopeful of Words. I’m sure you’ll all agree, this message is amazing! Enjoy and … More
When the Spirit of the Lord Speaks . . .
~ Roy Lessin Because the Lord is our Shepherd and we are His sheep, we need His guidance and direction. … More
A Beautiful Soul
The Bible tells us not to judge, yet we’ve all judged people on appearance, personality, wealth and many other things! … More
God’s timing is perfect
Watch the Lord rescue you. The Lord continued to strengthen Pharaoh’s resolve, and he chased after the people of Israel … More
Consume my life
Ed McCully, Peter Fleming, and Jim Elliot God’s Word is powerful He is no fool who gives what he cannot … More
Winners
Thou SHALT love . . .
. . . Thou shalt love the Lord thy God. . . . Thou shalt love thy neighbor . . … More
When we don’t understand where God is taking us . . .
Sanctification « Samuel at Gilgal
Sanctification « Samuel at Gilgal. Just had to share this with our readers.
10 Things God Wants You to Remember
Forgiveness has begun
God can untangle our problems
Just because it’s stormy
Loaded with Fears
I don’t care how tough you are. You may be a Navy SEAL. Doesn’t matter. Every parent melts the moment … More
We can’t always choose . . .
Don’t take anyone else’s word . . .
“Don’t take anyone else’s word for God. Find Him for yourself, and then you too will know by the wonderful, … More
Dehydrated hearts
Dehydrated hearts send desperate messages. Snarling tempers. Waves of Worry. ~ Max Lucado (Note: Filling our hearts with the love … More
Wings like Eagles
Dear Lord, I seek to have my strength renewed. I know you are strong enough to carry me. And … More
Forgiveness is not easy
You-turns
I am . . .
Joy in Sharing
by Billy Graham We . . . offer our sacrifice of praise to God by telling others of the glory … More
A different side of Max Lucado
http://vimeo.com/40881634 I’ve been a great admirer of Max Lucado for years. To me he’s one of the most gifted writers … More
Faith, Courage, Strength
When we learn to trust the Lord
Happy Heart Daily Inspiration When we learn to trust the Lord, we will begin to have a sense of rest … More
THE SWORD OF THE SPIRIT
…and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Ephesians 6:17b Scripture is God’s Word to us. … More
Happiness will never come . . .
The Will of God
We are called to obey “The Great Commission”
Matthew 28:19-20 New International Version (NIV) 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name … More
God is Always the Same
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not … More
Finishing the Race
The Lord said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore … More
‘Passion of the Christ’ star Jim Caviezel says playing Jesus sunk his career
Despite a long list of woes that include being labeled an anti-Semite, having a violent temper and allegedly breaking the … More
Remembering the Holocaust: Never Again!
By Joel C. Rosenberg Today in Israel, and around the world, we stop to remember the evil that was perpetrated … More
Trust
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding
Why we’re less likely to try great things for God
By Jon Walker I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13 (NIV) God pours his power … More
How do you explain God to an atheist?
We are needing guidance on this subject. We have a friend who is an atheist. We’ve explained what we know … More
