Fasting is a powerful spiritual exercise with great significance. It helps believers become more receptive to God, serving as a moment of reflection, meditation, and solitude with the Lord. Fasting remains a vital and relevant practice for Christians today. Never assume that fasting has lost its importance for New Testament believers. Jesus Himself stated thatContinue reading “FASTING THE RIGHT WAY.”
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YOU DON’T BELONG TO THIS WORLD.
As a Christian, you may live in this world, but you do not belong to it. To be “of the world” means that the world is your source, your identity, and your reason for living. But that is not the reality of the believer. You are not a product of this world; you are bornContinue reading “YOU DON’T BELONG TO THIS WORLD.”
UNMASKING SIN.
Sin thrives in secrecy, but as a believer, you are no longer a slave to its power.The moment you are born again, sin loses its hold over you. Scripture declares, “Sin is no longer your master, for you no longer live under the requirements of the law. Instead, you live under the freedom of God’sContinue reading “UNMASKING SIN.”
CHOOSING THE RIGHT PATH IN LIFE.
Proverbs 14:12 also says “There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.”It is important to know that the road you take determines where you end up. Every decision, every step, and every choice is leading you somewhere. The simple truth to remember is that noContinue reading “CHOOSING THE RIGHT PATH IN LIFE.”
VICTORY THROUGH THE DEMONSTRATION OF LOVE.
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.”
HAVE MERCY ON PEOPLE.
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.”
ACTIVATING THE POWER OF GOD’S WORD.
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.”
GIVE YOURSELF TO SOUND DOCTRINE.
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.”
WHERE IS YOUR FAITH?
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?”
EMPOWERED TO SHINE
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”