“For we dare not class ourselves or compare ourselves with those who commend themselves. But they, measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.” ~ 2 Corinthians 10:12 If you have ever found yourself comparing your life, your success, your status, your looks, or anything else with other people, you know first hand the torment that…
“Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints” ~Ephesians…
I heard a profound story the other day that occurred on a big television cooking contest show about a woman who made it to the final round. Because she had won all the other rounds, they gave her an advantage over all the other contestants. She was given a very well known chef, who specialized in pastries, to help her…
Are you losing sight of your destination? Have the detours, flat tires, roadblocks and distractions made you forget where you were headed? I know, it can happen. I am here to remind you to not lose sight of your dreams! Remember that vision board you put together back in January. Pull it back out. Wipe off the dust and put…
What you are thinking about matters more than you know. Your mind is a battleground. It is where positive and negative forces collaborate to either take you down or take you forward. If you want to accomplish those things you have set out to do, you must take control of your mind first. The Word of God tells us, “be…
“Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty (emancipation from bondage, freedom). ~ 2 Corinthians 3:17 (AMP) You are FREE in Christ. Free from worry, fear, anxiety. Free from the bondage of this world. Free from sin and corruption. It has already been emancipated! Through the shed blood of Jesus Christ,…
You know that you are in need of much rest when you find it almost impossible to take twenty minutes without doing anything physical or mental, and just be still. Psalm 46:10 gently reminds us to, “Be still, and know that I am God.” Being still doesn’t mean to merely stop your physical activities, it means calming your mind and…
Are you all in and going for it? Many of us have at one time or another set our minds to achieve our desires, goals and dreams. We are determined to do whatever it takes to obtain our desires. But sometimes, as we go all out, and things get a little tough, we can find ourselves lost in the, “I’ve…
Did you know that you were created by God, and for God? (Colossians 1:16) God formed you and knew you before you were born, and he made you to have fellowship with Him. Above everything, God desires a relationship with you and that requires some work on your behalf. Remember, all successful partnerships take time and effort. I truly believe…
In a world filled with challenges, setbacks, and trials, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Life can throw a fast curveball your way, and leave you in a tailspin of confusion and uncertainty. It is during these times of struggle that we need to rely on the power of God. We were never guaranteed immunity from trials or hardships but…