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Many believe that the only way to overcome opposition is through force and aggression. However, the Bible teaches that love is a powerful weapon that can lead to victory without conflict. Love has the ability to win in every situation. When you choose love, you position yourself for lasting peace and triumph. True strength isContinue reading “VICTORY THROUGH THE DEMONSTRATION OF LOVE.”

How we deal with people and how we treat them reveal their significance in our lives. From the passage above, Jesus redefines who a neighbor is. To Him, a neighbor is not necessarily someone living close to you or next door. For Jesus, if you can have mercy on people, you have made someone aContinue reading “HAVE MERCY ON PEOPLE.”

Hearing God’s word without applying it to your life prevents it from bringing any real benefit. The Word of God is always meant to be profitable. 2 Timothy 3:16 affirms this by saying, “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.” However,Continue reading “ACTIVATING THE POWER OF GOD’S WORD.”

Teaching, or what we call doctrine, forms an essential part of the beliefs and practices people subscribe to. Therefore, it is crucial to carefully consider the kind of teachings or doctrines we allow to shape our lives. These doctrines may come from preachers, or men and women of God, or even individuals who claim toContinue reading “GIVE YOURSELF TO SOUND DOCTRINE.”

Life is full of challenges, and at some point, we all face storms—difficulties that shake our faith and test our trust in God. The disciples found themselves in such a moment when a storm arose while they were with Jesus. Instead of exercising faith, they panicked and feared for their lives. Jesus, however, rebuked theContinue reading “WHERE IS YOUR FAITH?”

The book of Daniel reveals how God’s gift of knowledge and skill to Daniel and his three friends set them apart in the land of Babylon. Because of their gifts, they were elevated to places of honor and influence. Proverbs 18:16 says, “A man’s gift makes room for him and brings him before great men.”Continue reading “EMPOWERED TO SHINE”

One truth that must settle in your heart as a Christian is this: God is mindful of you. To be mindful means to pay special attention to someone or something. It also implies being inclined and willing to take action. This means that God doesn’t just notice you—He is actively concerned about your well-being andContinue reading “GOD IS MINDFUL OF YOU”

Achieving results in life often requires great determination, especially in the area of consistency. In reality, there is no such thing as “hit-and-run success.” To succeed, you must walk in perseverance and remain steadfast in the good things you are doing. Our opening text records a conversation between a prophet named Balaam and a kingContinue reading “STAND BY THY BURNT OFFERING.”

The people you surround yourself with have a significant impact on your life. While it’s important to interact with people from different backgrounds, you must be intentional about the company you keep and the associations you align yourself with. Everyone holds certain beliefs, values, and ways of doing things. These beliefs often become deeply ingrainedContinue reading “THE INFLUENCE OF YOUR CIRCLE.”

Certain characteristics define how children behave—how they talk, think, and respond to issues. In the same way, when you are born again, you start as a spiritual child, learning the foundational principles of God’s kingdom. However, God does not expect you to remain at this stage forever. He desires that you grow, mature, and developContinue reading “THINK AND ACT LIKE AN ADULT IN FAITH.”