Out of the gate

My parents took me to a rodeo once, which was so exciting. The excitement of the crowds, the smells of popcorn, corndogs, and the multitude of fried foods filled the air. The people were busy walking here and there until the grand entry started. Most were there for one purpose:...
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Set your mind

What are you setting your mind on?   We are told to set our mind on things of the Spirit, “For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit.” Romans 8:5 What...
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How do I do this?

The Bible says, “honor your father and mother…” Mathew 19:19.    How do you honor your parents (Father or mother) if they have not treated you right? This question is often asked by those whose parents have abused them, whether verbally or physically. We do not need to honor their...
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Mind of Christ

It is evident that so many today do not have the mind of Christ. The issue is that many believe you have a sound mind if you are educated. However, Wisdom and education are not the same thing.    “The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to...
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Do you want your prayers answered?

Do you want your prayers answered? If so, you must be in right standing with the Lord. “For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their prayer, but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.” 1 Peter 3:12...
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Get a grip

Many of us need to get a grip and regain our self-control. How do we do this? After all, we are in a very active battle between impulsivity, the flesh and doing God’s will. We regain or maintain self-control by being led by the Spirit.  “But the fruit of the...
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Who is the enemy?

There is a saying, “I have seen the enemy, and it is me.” We can be our own worst enemies. We need to come out of agreement with the devil. We need to remember that Satan was disarmed at the cross. “Having disarmed principalities and powers, He made a public spectacle of...
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Yearning for God

Have you ever desired or craved something so much that your whole being longed to have it? That is how we should long for the Lord. Our love for God should give us a desire to be with Him at all times. If you do not have this desire, ask...
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Greatest of all sins

I have heard many say, oh, I don’t want to bother God. He is too busy for my problems; this is a form of pride.  Any life that is not submitted and committed entirely to God is trying to live a life independent of God; this is the motivation of...
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What is not being taught in church

Many churches talk about Jesus as a prophet, teacher, preacher, healer. However, what is left out by many churches today is Jesus’ ministry of casting out demons. (Mathew 4:23-24). Is the church equipping the body of Christ to fight the spiritual war that we are in? Demons are real and...
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