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What you give your ear to has the power to shape you for good or for evil. Words are never empty—they impart something into your spirit. Faith grows by hearing the Word of God, and in the same way, unbelief and fear grow by hearing the words of men and the whispers of the enemy.Continue reading “GUARD WHAT YOU HEAR; WORDS CARRY POWER.”

The world has set certain standards for what it calls joy and happiness. These include having food, clothes, shelter, a job, marriage, and other possessions. Because of this, when any of these are missing, people easily fall into worry, doubt, or feelings of worthlessness. But Jesus, teaching us to rise above such thinking, said inContinue reading “DO NOT WORRY ABOUT YOUR LIFE.”

One of the ways you show honour to a person is by the quality of what you are willing and ready to give to them. The value you place on someone or something influences the value of what you give. As a Christian, you must know that God is worthy of your most important things.Continue reading “LEARN TO GIVE VALUABLE THINGS TO GOD.”

To watch is to stay spiritually awake, attentive to God’s voice, cautious of distractions, and alert to the signs of the times. Soberness speaks of clear thinking, self-control, and a steady heart rooted in God’s word. The verses before our key text give the reason for this posture. 1 Thessalonians 5:1–2 says: “But of theContinue reading “STAY ALERT, THE LORD IS NEAR.”

The Christian is in the world but not of the world. To be of the world means that the world is your source and reason for living. But that is not so with the believer. Every believer is God’s offspring John 1:12–13 says: “But as many as received him, to them gave he power toContinue reading “LIVE ABOVE THE WORLD’S SYSTEM.”

Our opening scripture highlights some notable qualities of true servants. Although in many societies servants are looked down upon, this mindset is not biblical. As Christians, we are servants of Christ. Ephesians 6:6 says, “Not with eyeservice, as menpleasers; but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart.” Therefore, itContinue reading “BE A SERVANT OF VALUE.”

A renewed mind is essential for a transformed life. Even after salvation, while your spirit becomes new, your mind remains unchanged. This means without intentional effort to renew your thoughts, the new life in Christ may remain dormant. Salvation is a spiritual rebirth, but your mind must be reformed to reflect that change. If not,Continue reading “TRANSFORMED THINKING.”

Every person is born with purpose. Regardless of your background, black or white, male or female, your life carries a divine assignment. You are not an accident. You are a deliberate design of God for a specific reason. God does not want you to live by chance. He wants your life to count by beingContinue reading “LIVE WITH PURPOSE.”

Our walk with the Lord as Christians is a faith walk. We start the journey by faith, and we receive the promises of God through faith. Laying hold of God’s promises in the face of oppositions, especially from the devil, is what the fight of faith is all about. This fight is a good fightContinue reading “FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT OF FAITH.”

It is often easier to point out what others are doing wrong than to reflect on our own flaws. Unfortunately, some people seem to draw satisfaction from pulling others down just to elevate themselves. But this must never be the posture of a true believer in Christ. Instead of turning to murmuring or complaints whenContinue reading “FREE YOUR HEART FROM THE WEIGHT OF COMPLAINING.”