Satan’s trap of “Jealousy” (2 of 4) THE NATURE OF JEALOUSY 1. It is a work of the flesh (earthly, natural, demonic). If someone accused you of being jealous, and you admitted that you were… and then they said, “That’s a demonic attitude”, most people would be defensive and reply with, … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Jealousy” (1 of 4) All of us would like to have peace and harmony (in our own lives, and with others around us as well). Too often, we find a disharmony within ourselves (a feeling that something is just not right). It can be the result of something within ourselves, or it … Continue reading
Finding new purpose. A lot of adults do not have a purpose or direction for their life. – Some move from job to job and never find fulfillment. – Some try to get more, new, and better things, but still feel empty. Note: For believers, being a part and feeling you are a … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Pride” (5 of 5) When we are honest and admit that we see evidences of pride in our lives (which God hates), we need to actively address them, and pray for the Lord to help us in our efforts. As promised, the Lord sent us an advocate (helper) who is the Holy … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Pride” (4 of 5) There are some things we can see in ourselves, and in others, that are evidences of pride. We may choose to justify them, or deny them, but in our hearts, we know when they are there. We also know that God hates pride. EVIDENCES OF PRIDE 1. A … Continue reading
Hoping For Help (Matthew 8:1-13) Question: How many of us have been in what seemed like a hopeless situation? – It could be a loss of job, financial problems/debts, problems with children (or other family members), health problems, etc. Question: Where to we go for help when things seem hopeless? Note: – … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Pride” (3 of 5) Too much, or incorrect pride, can have devastating consequences in our lives. We cannot risk having something in our life when God has said, “I hate that”. – If a mother or father saw their child with drugs, wouldn’t they hate those drugs (because of what … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Pride” (2 of 5) Question: What causes pride in a person’s life? (we may think someone is else prideful, but others may say that we are prideful). There are several causes for pride in a person’s life. Here are just a few. CAUSES FOR PRIDE 1. Self-centeredness (their life is wrapped up … Continue reading
Satan’s trap of “Pride” (1 of 5) This is the first of a 5-part series about something God hates, and does not want to exist in the lives of those who belong to His family of believers. Satan sets many traps for us and when we trip on one of them it explodes with damaging … Continue reading
Showing Love (Luke 7:36-50) VERSES 36-38: A Pharisee invited Jesus to eat with him. Question: Why? – The scriptures don’t tell us. – He may have been interested in learning more about Jesus (like Nickademus). – He may have been curious about Jesus (what is this person that I’ve heard about really like?). – He … Continue reading