Sanctified, preserved and called
“Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, to them that are sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ, and called:”Jude 1:1 KJV Three things happen to us when we are drawn into God’s kingdom. We are sanctified (cleaned up), persevered (Tereo, guarded/protected) and called...
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Struggle is real
I picked up a cup at the Habitat store last week. The words on the cup resonated with me. “The struggle is real, but so is God.” “But recall the former days in which, after you were illuminated, you endured a great struggle with sufferings: partly while you were made...
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Telling it like it is
The Truth, God’s word, tells it like it is. “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12 Many are afraid of the...
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Confidence
Confidence Is there something you think you cannot do? Do you need help with confidence? God says, “I (you) can do all things through Christ who strengthens me (you).” Phil 4:13 Is there anything left out of all? When you are not confident that you can accomplish something you are...
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Rest in the Lord
Rest in the Lord This world moves fast, and if you stop, it may feel like you are being left behind. We are to rest in the Lord; this is a continual rest, not just a Sunday rest. Rest in knowing that He will work all out for your good...
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The Lord laughs
The Lord laughs There are going to be those that come against God and His ways. What is God’s response? He laughs and frustrates what they are doing. Our God is a mighty God. He is in control of all things. You can rest in Him when people come against...
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Start with a clean slate
To start the Year right, you need to understand that you have authority over all evil (Luke 10:19). Don’t let the enemy yank you around with past mistakes and sins. The Lord is doing a new thing in your life (“Behold, I will do a new thing…” Isaiah 43:19). He does not...
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A New Year, a new you!
The past year may have been plagued with disappoints, failures, sins and discouragement. You can have a new you this coming year. God says, “Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?...
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