Armed and Dangerous

When I was going through basic training to become a Marine, we were issued M-16 rifles. We were required to sleep with our weapons or keep them close to us in case of an attack.  As Christians, we are also given weapons to ward off the enemy and to launch...
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Imaginations

“casting down arguments (imaginations (KJV)) and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ,” 2 Cor 10:5 We are to Cast down imaginations (thoughts) that are not in line with God’s word. Start by thinking on good...
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The Last Days

The last days… what to expect… “But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days.  People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy.” 2 Timothy 3:1-2 The description of the perilous times is not about what will come upon us such as...
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Baited

Baited If you have ever fished, then you probably know that you need the right bait.   The enemy (devil) is putting out bait every day.   He doesn’t care if you are struggling or have had a loss.  As a matter of fact, he sees that to his advantage.  He is just hoping that you...
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God’s word says it, believe it

God’s word says it, believe it God’s word says it, believe it, “When the even was come, they brought unto him many that were possessed with devils: and he cast out the spirits with his word, and healed all that were sick:  That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias...
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Unspeakable losses

Unspeakable losses Romans 12:19 says, “Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord.” Incest is one of those unspeakable losses.  The victims often carry the burden alone.  Shame and guilt tend to...
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Loss from a miscarriage

Loss from a miscarriage Loss from a miscarriage is a deep pain that only God understands.  Lift up your heart to Him and let him heal the deep wounds inside of you.   “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you,...
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Election day

Election day Four years ago, I showed up at the election poles all set to cast my ballot. I knew who I wanted. Just before I got out of the car, the Holy Spirit checked me. I heard a soft still voice that said, have you prayed? Needless to say,...
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Path of Destruction

Path of Destruction We see many sons and daughters on the news tearing down cities and they are on the path of destruction.   There is hope.  Lord, You are a God, “Who redeems your life from destruction, Who crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercies.” Psalm 103:4  You may have a son or...
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Seasons and times change

Seasons and times change As school has started, the leaves are falling, nights are cooler, and the stores have their shelves filled with holiday artefacts, we cannot help to think another year is flying by. Seasons and times change. However, when you are walking through a loss, it may feel...
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