We all face trials.. but we have to choose joy instead of fear. Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. James 1:2-5 ESV The …
Liberation from Sin
While sinning, sin often does not look that sinful. We often lose sight of sin, which makes us vulnerable to temptation. One does not focus on the sin while sinning, but we focus on the temporary “good feeling” and then minimize the sin to try and justify it. In Mark 9 God shows us that …
Blueprint
God has the blueprints for our life. The Lord of hosts has sworn (an oath), saying, “Just as I have intended, so it has certainly happened, and just as I have planned, so it will stand.” Isaiah 14:27 AMP “The Lord Almighty has sworn, “Surely, as I have planned, so it will be, and as …
Fishing with Christ
Jesus wants us to go fishing with Him. Then He said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” Matthew 4:19 Fishing is supposed to be fun, but when no fish seems to be interested in the bait, it’s not as fun anymore. As followers of Christ, it is important to make …
The Silent Watch
Sometimes when we go through trials in our lives, we feel that God has forsaken us, or has forgotten about us. First, we have to realize that these trials are growing processes! They are not meant to punish you, but to help you grow in faith and become stronger in God. Second, it is important …