Speaking the truth is one character trait that every Christian must exhibit.The Bible places great emphasis on this subject. Thus, living the Christian life must be devoid of telling lies. When people lie, they make false statement with a deliberate intent to deceive. A lie is also an intentional untruth.One dictionary also defines a lieContinue reading “DON’T LIE – BE TRUTHFUL.”
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REFRAIN FROM LYING.
One of the remarkable happenings in the early Church is that of Ananias and Saphira.The two died in Church from telling lies. You see, as simple as you will see it, lies truncated the lives of some Christians in the early Church. Ananias and Sapphira had sold their land to help God’s work. But theirContinue reading “REFRAIN FROM LYING.”
WIN WITH DOING GOOD.
The life of the believer must be characterised by victory. As a Christian you are an overcomer and a conqueror. One of the things we defeat or overcome in this world is evil. You see, despite the fact that the world lies under the sway of the evil one, the Christian is not powerless toContinue reading “WIN WITH DOING GOOD.”
DON’T LIVE IN FEAR.
Living in fear is not God’s will for believers. Thus, as a Christian you must resist every temptation to live in and with the fear of the devil, and every satanic onslaught. You see, when you live in fear, you allow the spirit of fear to rule, dominate and influence your life. Fear is notContinue reading “DON’T LIVE IN FEAR.”
PUT OTHERS INTEREST FIRST.
Selflessness or being concerned with other people’s interests is one sure way to greatness in life. It was the path Jesus took that has brought us liberty and also gave him a name above all names. You see, being selfless is a choice. It is a decision you must make and carry out from yourContinue reading “PUT OTHERS INTEREST FIRST.”
FAITH AND WORKS.
Having results in life as a Christian is dependent on how you engage your faith. Knowing how to release your faith through works is what will give you victory in every aspect of your life. Faith is not as mysterious as some think. Faith is also not something for the selected few. Faith is simplyContinue reading “FAITH AND WORKS.”
RECEIVING THE PROMISES OF GOD THROUGH FAITH.
Living by faith is the surest way to receive anything from the Lord. As Christians, its our mandate to walk by faith since it is the only way to please our Heavenly Father . The Bible or the word of God contains promises on every subject and on every single detail of our lives. ButContinue reading “RECEIVING THE PROMISES OF GOD THROUGH FAITH.”
THE WAY OF LOVE.
There are many ways you can take in life. Nonetheless, the way of love stands out. You can call it the linchpin, because it holds the rest together. Following the way of love means you follow the teachings or the values of love.The Bible says love is patient, kind, and selfless (1 Corinthians 13). Thus,Continue reading “THE WAY OF LOVE.”
KEEP THE TONGUE FROM DECEITFUL SPEECH.
As Christians, God expects that we speak ill of no man. James 3:2 tells us that we have control over our body once we have control over our speech. Thus one virtue you must practice in life when it comes to what you say, is “NEVER SPEAK EVIL OF ANY MAN”.Titus 3:2 makes this truthContinue reading “KEEP THE TONGUE FROM DECEITFUL SPEECH.”
GOD CAN NOT BE MOCKED.
One important thing that characterizes the life we live is “reaping what we sow”. This makes life more like a “harvest”. This is the very reason why the Bible admonishes us to sow good seeds (things) in life. As a Christian you must decide on the kind of seeds you want to sow today becauseContinue reading “GOD CAN NOT BE MOCKED.”