Posts with the tag “powerful”
God Has Not Forgotten You
by Ed Newton on March 26th, 2025
"Can a woman forget her nursing child, that she should have no compassion on the son of her womb? Even these may forget, yet I will not forget you." - Isaiah 49:15 There are moments in life when it feels like God has forgotten you. You pray, you wait, you stay faithful, but nothing changes. The silence stretches on, and doubt starts creeping in. Did God forget about me? Does He even see me? Joseph... Read More
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When the Dream Leads to a Pit
by Ed Newton on March 20th, 2025
"As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today." - Genesis 50:20 You would think that when God gives you a dream, the next step would be smooth sailing. That doors would swing open, opportunities would fall into place, and everything would unfold exactly the way you imagined. But what happens when the ve... Read More
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Why Me?
by Ed Newton on January 1st, 2025
“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.”- Ephesians 2:10 Have you ever asked yourself, “Why me?” When you think about the incredible things God could do in this world, do you feel like those big plans are meant for someone else? Maybe someone more gifted, someone with a “greater” story? If you’re being hone... Read More
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Alone With God
by Ed Newton on November 6th, 2024
"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 There are moments in life when everything feels overwhelming, when you hit rock bottom and don't know what to do next. In those times, it’s natural to reach out to family, friends, or anyone who will listen. We seek comfort i... Read More
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It’s Not the End
by Ed Newton on October 18th, 2024
"And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ." - Philippians 1:6 When life feels heavy, and it seems like everything is going wrong, it’s easy to feel like you’ve reached the end of the road. But there is an important truth to remember: if you’re still in the middle of it, it’s not the end. God hasn’t brought you this far ju... Read More
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Adding Gentleness to Your Bag
by Ed Newton on October 8th, 2024
"Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near."- Philippians 4:5 Gentleness is a fruit of the spirit that can sometimes get overshadowed by more dramatic or visible attributes like courage or strength. Yet, adding gentleness to your spiritual bag is incredibly important, and it’s a fruit of the Spirit that deserves a closer look. Gentleness isn’t about being weak or passive; rather, i... Read More
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Turning Heartbreak into Beauty
by Ed Newton on September 24th, 2024
"And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose." - Romans 8:28 Do you ever feel in the midst of heartbreak and pain like your world is falling apart and that there’s no way out of the mess you’re in? You might wonder if anything good can come from your suffering, or if this is the end of the road. But remember, God sp... Read More
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Greater Than You Can Imagine
by Ed Newton on August 22nd, 2024
"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 Many times, we hear pastors and spiritual leaders tempering expectations about what God wants to do in our lives. They share incredible stories of biblical heroes and modern-day testimonies of God’s miraculous works but often imply that such extraordinary e... Read More
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Qualifying the Called
by Ed Newton on March 14th, 2024
"Moses said to the Lord, 'Pardon your servant, Lord. I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since you have spoken to your servant. I am slow of speech and tongue.' The Lord said to him, 'Who gave human beings their mouths? Who makes them deaf or mute? Who gives them sight or makes them blind? Is it not I, the Lord? Now go; I will help you speak and will teach you what to say.'" - Exod... Read More
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Goal Setting: A Path to Becoming More Like Christ
by Ed Newton on December 28th, 2023
"I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 3:14 Goal setting is a practice that many of us are familiar with in various aspects of our lives, such as our careers, education, or health. However, have you ever considered the importance of setting spiritual goals as a means to become more like Christ? In Philippians 3:14, the ... Read More
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Overcoming the Barrier of Pride
by Ed Newton on October 15th, 2023
"When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom." - Proverbs 11:2 Pride, that subtle but powerful foe, has a way of creeping into our hearts and minds, causing us to believe that we know better than God. This prideful attitude can hinder us from fully living out the extraordinary plan that God has for our lives. It's essential to recognize and overcome this barrier to embr... Read More
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The Power of Confession
by Ed Newton on July 1st, 2023
"Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective." - James 5:16 Today I want to bring to your attention the importance of confessing our sins. We all make mistakes and fall short of God's standards, but what sets us apart is our willingness to confess our sins and ask for forgiveness. James 5:... Read More
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Quick to Listen
by Ed Newton on June 20th, 2023
"My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry." - James 1:19 (NIV) Have you ever found yourself in a conversation where you're not really listening but just waiting for your turn to talk? Or have you ever interrupted someone because you thought you knew what they were going to say? I know I have, but as believers in C... Read More
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He’s Got You
by Ed Newton on January 24th, 2023
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” - Jeremiah 29:11 I was watching a TV show one time in which one of the characters, just a normal guy, was trying to get into this club. The club was throwing a party for his very famous best friend, and he was most definitely on the list. As he approached the bouncer, he ... Read More
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