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When we surrender our lives to the Lord, God gives us one of the greatest blessings we can ever receive as a new believer. He gives us the Holy Spirit to help us live our ‘new life’ and put away our ‘old life’. We need to invite the Holy Spirit to become an active part … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead” (Philippians 3:13) MEDITATION: We can shape our thoughts, choose our actions, and move through life with purpose, intention, and meaning; but only if … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “If you see any brother or sister commit a sin that does not lead to death, you should pray and God will give them life. I refer to those whose sin does not lead to death. There is a sin that leads to death. I am not saying that you should pray about … Continue reading
SECTION 3-5: *** Satan Tempts Us To Change Focus *** (Matthew 6:22-23) Jesus basically refers to our focus. (Luke 22:31) Jesus forewarned the disciples (and especially Peter) that they would be sifted by Satan. (Luke 22:54-62) Look at how Satan caused Peter to lose his focus. – When Jesus was arrested, Peter followed at … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid or fearful, but gives us power, love, self-discipline and a sound mind”. (2 Timothy 1:7) MEDITATION: Look at the contrast in the scripture above: “timid or fearful” versus “power, love, self-discipline and sound mind”. If you had to choose between the two, … Continue reading
SECTION 3-4: *** Satan Promotes Bitterness And Anger *** Question: Have you ever noticed that some scriptures make us feel uncomfortable? Examples: (Matthew 5:12) – Rejoice when you are persecuted. (Matthew 5:44) – Love your enemies. (Matthew 6:34) – Do not worry about tomorrow. Note: We may love and respect God’s … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: “Guard my life and rescue me; do not let me be put to shame, for I take refuge in You.” (Psalm 25:20) MEDITATION: You may be saved today, and yet you are feeling incredibly lonely. Here is a practical thought for overcoming your loneliness – quit dwelling on it. Reach out and try … Continue reading
BIBLE PASSAGE: Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! (2 Corinthians 5:17) MEDITATION: Something to ponder: When reading God’s Word, we discover that the number 7 represents ‘complete’. Of course that means that the number 6 represents ‘incomplete’. We also discover that some … Continue reading
For all who participated in the challenge (dedicating 6 minutes a day to the Lord for 20 consecutive days), you may feel the same way I do…..the 20 days ended too quickly. If you participated in the challenge, my hope is that the Lord spoke to you through His devotionals in a way that had … Continue reading
SECTION 3-3: *** Satan Tempts Us To Sin *** (Ephesians 2:1-2) We are battling three enemies: the world, the flesh, and the devil. Psalm (119:105, 111) Our first line of defense: God’s Word. Satan has a process for tempting us that includes three steps: 1. SATAN ENGAGES US IN A CONVERSATION: (Genesis 3:1-7) … Continue reading
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