Posts with the tag “powerful”

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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

"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

“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