The rattlesnake that did not rattle. These are the kinds of snakes that we don’t mind encountering. As I went on my morning walk in Arizona, I encountered such a snake. His head had been smashed. God provided me His word at that moment; He goes before us to clear...
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Walking; the Recipe What is the recipe for walking “in” Jesus? Looking at Colossians, we can see the ingredients. First there are roots. When we say we “put down roots,” generally it means we are here to stay. Faith (in abundance) is another ingredient. When we are children and taught...
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The question…. How long Lord? How long must I be in this situation, suffer, feel this pain… How long before I have a breakthrough? The time is now. Trust the Lord with all your heart, soul and mind. God will make a way where there appears to be no way....
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Best Kept Secret I have heard stories of people not giving all of the ingredients when asked for a recipe; because they had a secret ingredient. Some secrets we keep are bad, but some secrets are good and would benefit many. In Jesus’ time, John the Baptist was baptizing people,...
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What does it mean to be free? True freedom comes from Christ. Freedom only comes when you, “…submit to God. Resist the devil…”. James 4:7 Are you submitted to God? Are you staying away from sin? Keeping your unhealthy desires in check and control. If not, you may have given...
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Things that Bring Fear There are many things that bring fear into our lives; fear of not paying the bills, being hungry, physical abuse, mental abuse, sickness and disease, and fear of being alone. We could name many more fears, but the truth of the matter is that no fear...
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The continued state of defeat There are forces that cannot be seen in this world and the Lord wants them (our enemy) to be in a continuous state of defeat. Give not foothold to the devil (Ephesians 4:27). In all circumstances, “….Have faith in God.” Mark 11:22 “ Yet in...
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A Beautiful Mosaic I am an artist, and have made mosaics in the past. In order to make a mosaic the process must start with many pieces; these are assembled into a beautiful picture or design. Some artists actually break pottery or glass to use in their mosaics. This is...
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A loss can push you into drinking. It is an escape mechanism to mask the pain. Unfortunately, the more that is consumed can only lead to further problems. Here is an instance that sin is progressive. Alcoholism is the number two health problem in America. Causing deaths, homicides, suicides, and...
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Dirty Feet As I was driving home from a foot washing service on Maundy Thursday, I was contemplating what Jesus said to Peter, “If I do not wash you, you have no part with Me.” Peter wanted Jesus to wash all of Him, because he loved Jesus so much. But...
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