We all have those reflective times when we think back on past life experiences and events. We often consider the people who have shaped those experiences and events as we think back. How often do we pray for those people? How often do we pray for those people when we ‘remember’ them? How different would our lives be, if we consistently brought them to Lord in prayer whenever we remembered them?
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Too often we follow the world’s example on where our power lies and how it’s obtained. It’s so easy to get caught up in convincing people of our importance or status (code-words for power), but it doesn’t have the impact we think it will. It doesn’t last. It’s an ineffective way to lead and influence people. Instead, we must remember that true power is found in Christ alone.
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Hollywood horror flicks have taught us to believe in overtly pointy-tailed devil-like creatures roaming around us. These attacks are always very physical, which are possible but not the norm. This is actually all part of the deception. We need to remember that demons were once angels and follow the great deceiver, Satan. Spiritual oppression rears its ugly head in deceptive ways.
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This is true for you. God’s sovereign hand is directing your life and guiding you. Even as you struggle with sin, and the sin of others, He is with you. He is performing a good work in you and His goal is for your completion in Christ! Be confident in this truth.
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Bible, Discipleship, NT, OT
What sorrow has come to pass in your life? Are you feeling like your life is spinning out of control? Do you feel like falling to the ground and weeping? If so, that’s okay, fall and weep. In your weeping, lean into Him. You will find the strength to remain faithful and endure your suffering.
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As an extrovert, I have to really try to “be quick to listen, slow to speak”. (James 1:19-21) Perhaps you’re an extrovert as well, and can relate? We spend so much time giving our opinions or telling some story that we think people need to hear. We often miss so many important pieces of information from the people we’re interacting with. The struggle is real!
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Government. Some people love to talk about it and others hate to talk about it. Which one are you? Full disclosure, I wrestle through this topic constantly. I go back and forth depending on the national or global events. Part of me wants to lay down all thoughts and ideas about governing authorities; the other part of me, just can’t stay silent.
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In the last chapter of John, we find a very peculiar account, centred around Peter, his relationship with Jesus and his future ministry of starting the church. It begins with, “I’m going out to fish,” Simon Peter told them, and they said, “We’ll go with you.” (John 21:3)
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Do we choose certain topics to push personal agendas? Do we tune out when a challenge is given? Are we turning from a particular area of sin or stumbling?
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Are you feeling run down and overwhelmed? If so, what is causing you pain and strife today?
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What legacy will you leave? Is it a commendable legacy? Is it a legacy of faith?
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Is there a church out there that is sticking firm to the Hebrews concept of falling away? Do they preach on it often? When someone asks, “Can this really happen?” or “Has this ever happened?” do they have a firm answer?
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