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Breaking Chains: Letting Go of Past Wounds for Good!

“Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor, and slander, along with all malice, be put away from you.” Ephesians 4:31 As we journey through life, we inevitably accumulate wounds from past hurts and traumas that can weigh us down like heavy chains. However, we are called to break these chains and let go of the pain that binds us, for true healing begins when we release the grip of the past on our…

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What Can Our Weapons of Warfare Do?

“We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ.” 2 Corinthians 10:5 On the battlefield of life, our weapons of Warfare possess incredible power. The enemy is relentless in his attempts to exploit our weaknesses and cause chaos, doubt, and destruction in our lives. However, we are called to stand firm in our faith…

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What Can Our Weapons of Warfare do? Part Two

“For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds.” 2 Corinthians 10:4 You might be familiar with the story of a man who was trying to stick to his diet. As he drove past the donut shop, he couldn’t help but imagine how delicious a donut and a cup of coffee would taste. He told himself that he shouldn’t stop, but deep down, he wondered if it was…

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Christ is Ultimately in Control! Part Two

Christ is Ultimately in Control! Part Two

Christ is Ultimately in Control! Part Two. “Therefore, God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names.” Philippians 2:9 Many people in the world look for stability in their lives. They search for something that they can control and rely on. For example, some people may find stability in their job, while others may find it in their relationships. However, stability…

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Christ is Ultimately in Control!

Christ is Ultimately in Control!

Christ is Ultimately in Control! “Far above all principality and power and might and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in that which is to come.” Ephesians 1:21 When it comes to who is ultimately in control, there is no doubt that Christ is above all rule and authority. As the head of the church, He has been given all power and authority over His people…

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The Necessity of Consistency for Success!

The Necessity of Consistency for Success!

The Necessity of Consistency for Success! “Draw nigh to God, and He will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, you double-minded. James 4:8 If you want something you’ve never had, you must be willing to do something you’ve never done. In today’s society, consistency is one of the most important keys to success. Whether in our relationships, our professional…

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The Importance of Listening to God's Voice!

The Importance of Listening to God’s Voice!

The Importance of Listening to God’s Voice! “And a voice from heaven said, “This is my beloved son, whom I love; with him, I am well pleased” Matthew 3:17. Our focus today is hearing God’s affirming and validating voice. Have you ever been in a situation where you didn’t know what to do? You felt lost and uncertain of which way to turn. So, you did what anyone would do in that situation – you…

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Turn Your Lemon to Lemonade! Part Two

Turn Your Lemon to Lemonade! Part Two

Turn Your Lemons into Lemonade! Part Two “Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivered him out of them all.” Psalm 34:19 When David and his men came to Ziklag on the third day, the Amalekites raided the city and burned it down. They also found that their wives and children had been kidnapped. David and his men wept aloud until they had no strength left to weep. However,…

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Let Your Mind Conceive the Possibilities!

Let Your Mind Conceive the Possibilities!

Let Your Mind Conceives the Possibility! “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” Hebrews 11:1 We should not be limited by what we see as possible but let our minds conceive of all the possibilities God has for us. As we do this, we can be inspired to pursue the dreams and goals that God has placed in our hearts. One of the cornerstones of…

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Performing True Humility! Part Three

Performing True Humility! Part Three

Performing true Humility! Part Three “Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet.” In John 13:14 In John 13:1-17, Jesus Christ depicts the true meaning of humility. Christ washed his disciples’ feet to show that true humility is putting others before ourselves. We should always be willing to serve and help others, regardless of our title or…

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Performing True Humility!

Performing true Humility! “You are a Jew,” said the woman. “How can You ask for a drink from me, a Samaritan woman?” (For Jews do not associate with Samaritans.). John 4:9 In John 4, Jesus speaks to a Samaritan woman, which would have been considered highly taboo in that period. By engaging with her, Jesus demonstrates his true humility, which is putting others before himself. This encounter…

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Are You Waiting on God? Part Seven

Are You Waiting on God? Part Seven

Are You Waiting on God? Part Seven “Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving.” Colossians 4:2 An answer to some prayer goes through some process, while other answers can be instantaneous. However, it doesn’t matter how you receive the answer; waiting on God is a process that takes time and patience. It’s something that we have to continue steadfastly in prayer and…

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Are You Waiting on God? Part Six

Are You Waiting on God? Part Six

Are You Waiting on God? Part Six. “Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous. Wait patiently for the LORD!” Psalm 27:14 We may feel like God has forgotten us or that He’s not listening while waiting. But the truth is, God is always with us. The Bible is full of verses about waiting on God. For example, in Psalm 27:14, David writes, “Wait for the Lord; be strong and take courage and…

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Are You Waiting on God? Part Three

Are You Waiting on God? Part Three

Are You Waiting on God? Part Three “In the morning, LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning, I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” Psalm 5:3 Waiting on God can be difficult when it seems like sometimes He doesn’t answer our prayers the way we want Him to. We may be waiting on Him to fix a problem in our lives or to change someone else’s heart. We may be waiting on Him to do…

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Are You Waiting on God?

Are You Waiting on God?

Are You Waiting on God? Part Two “Wait for the Lord and keep his way, and he will exalt you to inherit the land; you will look on when the wicked are cut off.” Psalm 37:34 God is not a man that he should lie, nor the son of man that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? Or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good? Many people are always waiting for something from God.…

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Are You Waiting on God?

Are You Waiting on God?

Are You Waiting on God? “Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful.” James 5:11 Are you waiting on God? Are you waiting for Him to do something for you? Waiting can be a difficult thing. We often want what we want, and we want it now. As a result, we…