Posts with the tag “power”

"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly." – John 10:10When you start walking in the power God has given you, things change. Lives are impacted. The power that God is working in your life and the power you display because of Him can break chains and set you free. That’s what living the abundant life is all about.The enemy’s mission ...  Read More

"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly." – John 10:10In the middle of the Great Depression, a man named Mr. Yates was about to lose everything. His ranch in West Texas was struggling, his livestock were barely surviving, and the bank was on the verge of foreclosing on his land. He had nothing left.Then one day, a seismic crew knoc...  Read More

"Taste and see that the Lord is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him!" – Psalm 34:8You may not understand everything about the Holy Spirit, but once you have tasted and seen His power at work, there is no denying that you want more. Not more for recognition. Not more to impress people. Not more for the stage. You want more because you need the presence of the Holy Spirit in your home, ...  Read More

"Do not quench the Spirit." – 1 Thessalonians 5:19How many times has the Holy Spirit nudged you to do something, and you hesitated? Maybe He told you to pray for someone, to speak life into a situation, to take a step of faith, but fear held you back. You started thinking, “What if they think I have lost my mind? What if I do not know what to say? What if someone else is better suited for this?”Th...  Read More

"And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption." – Ephesians 4:30The Holy Spirit is not just a force. He is a person. He dwells within you, leading, guiding, convicting, and empowering you. But when you live outside of God’s Word, His will, and His way, you grieve Him. You hold back the power He wants to pour into your life.Grieving the Holy Spirit hap...  Read More

"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth." – Acts 1:8If Jesus walked into the room right now and told you it was better for Him to leave so that you could receive something greater, would you believe Him? That is exactly what He told His disciples. In John 16, Jesus said i...  Read More

"Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of hosts." - Zechariah 4:6 Modern psychology is finally catching up to what the Bible has told us all along. That is, the way you think shapes the way you live. Faulty patterns of thinking lead to destructive behaviors. Addictions, toxic relationships, crippling anxiety, and cycles of self-sabotage don’t start with behavior, they start w...  Read More

"One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in a very little is also dishonest in much." - Luke 16:10 Everybody wants to step into the big dream. Everyone wants to see the promise fulfilled, the doors open, and the success unfold. But before God gives you more, He looks at what you’re doing with what you have now. Joseph had a dream of leadership, of in...  Read More

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come." - 2 Corinthians 5:17God is going to bless somebody. He’s going to use somebody. He’s going to call someone into a purpose bigger than they ever imagined. So why not you? Maybe you’ve told yourself that you’re not qualified. Maybe you think you’re too broken, too flawed, too insignificant t...  Read More

"Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us." - Ephesians 3:20 God isn’t limited by the natural world. His power is infinite, His ways are higher than ours, and His plans often go beyond what we can comprehend. Yet, the key to seeing God’s supernatural power in our lives often comes down to a simple decision: saying yes....  Read More

"God said to Moses, 'I AM WHO I AM.' And he said, 'Say this to the people of Israel: ‘I AM has sent me to you.’” - Exodus 3:14 Did you know that when God called Moses, he didn’t feel qualified? When God called him to confront Pharaoh and demand the release of the Israelites, Moses didn’t focus on God’s power or the mission ahead. Instead, he zeroed in on his own shortcomings. “I’m not a good speak...  Read More

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come." – 2 Corinthians 5:17      New Year’s Eve is often about fresh starts. We set resolutions, dream about new possibilities, and promise ourselves that next year will be better. But here’s the truth: flipping a page on the calendar doesn’t change anything. Real change doesn’t come from a date,...  Read More

"Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’" – Matthew 19:26    Throughout your life, there will be people who try to place limits on what you can achieve, on how far you can go, or on what God can do through you. Some will tell you that your dreams are too big, that you’re not equipped, or that you don’t have what it takes.  For some, this ...  Read More

"Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us." - Ephesians 3:20    People around you will be quick to tell you that your dreams can’t happen. They’ll point out the obstacles, the impossibilities, and the reasons why things just don’t add up. It’s easy to get discouraged when the world’s math doesn’t seem to work in your f...  Read More

"They saw him from afar, and before he came near to them they conspired against him to kill him. They said to one another, ‘Here comes this dreamer.’" - Genesis 37:18-19   When God makes your dreams clear and calls you to a specific purpose, it’s natural to feel excited and motivated. You might assume everyone around you will share that excitement and cheer you on. But as the story of Joseph and h...  Read More

"But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me."- 2 Corinthians 12:9   When life feels overwhelming, and the trials you’re facing seem insurmountable, it’s easy to wonder if you’ll ever make it through. But here’s the truth: God never gives you ...  Read More

"Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you." - James 4:10    In today's world, we're encouraged to advertise our successes, seek recognition, and climb the social and professional ladders. Yet, the Bible teaches us a different path - one of humility and letting God handle our promotion. Humility isn't about thinking less of yourself; it's about thinking of yourself less...  Read More

"And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 4:19 There is an important truth that can be found in every one of our lives, as followers of Christ. Whether it's time, talents, relationships, or material possessions, God equips us with everything we need to carry out His will and glorify Him.  Read More

"Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!" - Psalm 46:10   Are you praying for a miracle? Are you seeking God's intervention in a situation that seems beyond human control? It's natural to cry out to God in times of need, but sometimes, we hinder the very miracles we're praying for by trying to do everything in our own strength. Too oft...  Read More

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. - James 1:5    Are you currently facing a decision or situation where you just don’t know what to do? Maybe you are at a crossroads in your life, unsure of which path to take, or perhaps you are struggling with a complex problem that seems beyond your ability to solve. In moments li...  Read More

For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them. – Matthew 18:20  There's something truly special about coming together in the name of Jesus. It's a reminder that we're not meant to walk this journey of faith alone, but rather, we're called to support and encourage one another along the way. The verse from Matthew 18:20 reminds us of the strength and presence of God when beli...  Read More

"Jesus looked at them and said, 'With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.'" - Matthew 19:26    In a world filled with uncertainty and challenges, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and discouraged by our circumstances. But as followers of Christ, we serve a God who is not bound by the limitations of this world—a God who is still in the business of performing miracles today. Th...  Read More

"But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, in order to bring it about as it is this day, to save many people alive." - Genesis 50:20   Life's journey is a winding road, filled with peaks and valleys, victories and defeats. There are moments of joy and moments of pain, times of celebration and times of sorrow. Yet, in the midst of it all, there is a profound truth to hol...  Read More

"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." - Deuteronomy 31:6    John Wayne's words echo a timeless truth about courage – the ability to press on despite fear. It's not the absence of fear but the decision to move forward despite it, embodying a spirit of valor. As we explore this concept,...  Read More

"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us." - Ephesians 3:20   In the grand scheme of God's plans, there exists a truth that surpasses our finite understanding: His intentions for our lives are far greater than anything we could ever imagine or engineer for ourselves. Today, let's reflect on the assurance found in E...  Read More

"He chose to be mistreated along with the people of God rather than to enjoy the fleeting pleasures of sin." - Hebrews 11:25   Life is filled with choices, and one of the most profound choices we face is between short-term satisfaction and long-term rewards. It's a decision that can impact the course of our lives and our relationship with God. In Hebrews 11:25, we read about Moses, who faced a sim...  Read More

"Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." - Philippians 1:6   In the journey of faith, God often calls us to undertake tasks that seem beyond our abilities or expertise. These divine callings can be daunting, and we may question our own capabilities. Yet, in these moments, God reminds us of His unwavering promise—H...  Read More

"Jesus looked at them and said, 'With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.'" - Matthew 19:26   Why do you question the power of God? While we might not say, "I question God's power," we do often act in ways that would suggest we do. So, let's take a moment to dig deeper. The truth is that we sometimes question God's power, not necessarily through our words, but through our...  Read More

"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us." - Ephesians 3:20   When we do not limit what God can do in our lives, we open ourselves to a world of unlimited potential. Ephesians 3:20 assures us: "Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within u...  Read More

"See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland." - Isaiah 43:19   God is the God of the miraculous, the One who can do something we have never seen Him do before in our lives. Isaiah 43:19 declares, "See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness a...  Read More

"He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God." - Micah 6:8   Humility is a virtue often misunderstood in a world that celebrates self-sufficiency and independence. Yet, a humble heart is at the center of God's transformative work in your life. It is the key to recognizing your dependence on God, a...  Read More

"But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong." - 1 Corinthians 1:27   Have you ever felt ordinary, believing that your life lacks the extraordinary qualities needed to make a difference? You're not alone. Many great heroes of faith throughout history were ordinary people whom God used to accomplish extraordinary things...  Read More

"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." - Romans 8:28 (NIV)   As humans, we all carry the weight of mistakes from our past. At times, we might feel burdened by regrets, guilt, or shame. However, our compassionate God can turn even our most significant mistakes into stepping stones for a brighter future. In His in...  Read More

Ephesians 1:7 (NIV) - "In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God's grace."  Our mistakes can leave us feeling broken, ashamed, and unworthy. However, in those moments, God's grace and forgiveness shine brightly. He can use our mistakes to reveal the depth of His love and the richness of His grace. It is not about us and our failures;...  Read More

Psalm 77:11 (NIV) - "I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago."   Have you ever faced a situation that seemed insurmountable? Reflect on a time when God helped you through a challenging journey. He was faithful then, and He can do it again. Look for the similarities between the past and present and be encouraged by God's unwavering faithfulness in your ...  Read More

Isaiah 43:19 (NIV) - "See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland."   Trusting God requires us to step out of our comfort zones. It beckons us to venture into the unknown, to embrace change, and to believe that God has something extraordinary in store for us. Stepping beyond comfort is not merely a challen...  Read More

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." - Philippians 4:13   Have you ever found yourself trapped in sinful habits that seem impossible to break? The good news is that with God's power and grace, we can overcome any stronghold in our lives. Let's explore how we can break free from sinful habits and the pivotal role God plays in our transformation. Sinful habits can grip our lives ...  Read More

 "Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you." - James 4:8a   There are moments when spending time with God feels like an uphill battle. The busyness of life, distractions, and weariness can tempt us to neglect our spiritual connection. However, it's in those moments when we choose to seek God even when we don't feel like it that something beautiful can happen. Let's explore the transformative...  Read More

“Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.” - James 5:16  How much of your prayer life is focused on other people? It’s crazy to think about, but even those that have great prayer lives and are super consistent in prayer still can fill their entire prayer time with their own conce...  Read More

“But he said, ‘What is impossible with man is possible with God.’” - Luke 18:27  When you grow your faith like it’s a muscle, your entire perspective on life changes. What you will realize when you have limitless faith is that nothing is impossible. In fact, Luke 18:27 tells us this, “But he said, ‘What is impossible with man is possible with God.’” But here’s the thing; it’s possible whether you ...  Read More