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Spiritual Gifts – Mercy

As believers, God has given us spiritual gifts to be used effectively in expanding His ministry on earth. One of those gifts is Mercy and when it is effectively used, it can have a huge impact on others who are hurting and may feel alone (it is a characteristic of Jesus, so we know it … Continue reading

HOLY SPIRIT – OPEN ALL THE DOORS OF YOUR LIFE TO HIM

BIBLE PASSAGE: Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me. (Revelation 3:20) MEDITATION: In Revelation we see that Jesus indicates He wants a relationship with us. Try to visualize someone knocking … Continue reading

HOLY SPIRIT – IS HE OCCUPYING HIS RIGHTFUL PLACE IN YOUR LIFE?

BIBLE PASSAGE: But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. (John 14:26) MEDITATION: As believers, it is essential for us to connect with God’s kingdom. In order to do that, we need to … Continue reading

HOLY SPIRIT – GOD’S AWESOME FREE GIFT TO BELIEVERS!

BIBLE PASSAGE: Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” (Acts 2:38) MEDITATION: As many of you know, since 2013 I have been distributing devotionals that I believe the Lord has … Continue reading

Spiritual Gifts – Exhortation

As believers, God has given us spiritual gifts to be used effectively in expanding His ministry on earth. One of those gifts is Exhortation and when it is effectively used, it can have a huge impact on the spiritual growth of others. Characteristics (COLOSSIANS 1:28, 29) 1. A person with the gift of exhortation is … Continue reading

I AM (HE SAID)

BIBLE PASSAGE: “God said to Moses, “I am who I am. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ‘I am has sent me to you.’” (Exodus 3:14) MEDITATION: Have you ever noticed that the title God chose to describe Himself is an incomplete sentence? Most people would finish that sentence, “I am … Continue reading

RUN THE RACE – TO WIN THE PRIZE!

BIBLE PASSAGE: “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize.” (1 Corinthians 9:24) MEDITATION: Runners not only need to untangle themselves from weights that slow them down, but they need to also remove things from … Continue reading

RUN THE RACE / FINISH THE COURSE

BIBLE PASSAGE: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy 4:7) MEDITATION: When Jesus came to the end of His life, He said, “I have brought you glory on earth by finishing the work you gave me to do.” (John 17:4). He stayed on the … Continue reading

RUN THE RACE – WITH PATIENCE (aka ENDURANCE)

BIBLE PASSAGE: “Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds.” (John 12:24) MEDITATION: You can tell the size of a Christian by what it takes to stop him or her. Hebrews 12:1 says … Continue reading

IN OVER YOUR HEAD?

BIBLE PASSAGE: “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) MEDITATION: The will of God will never take you where the grace of God cannot keep you. His power is ever-present in … Continue reading