“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” Ephesians 4:29 There is tremendous power in words that come from our mouths. It’s like seeing a tiny spark and creating fire with it. Both… Continue reading Watch Your Words – Ephesians 4:29
Month: September 2022
How can I have victory in overcoming sin?
Christians should all have overcoming sin as one of our goals. Although we will never be perfectly victorious over sin in this life (1 John 1:8), we must recognize that overcoming sin is part of the battle which is the Christian life. God has not left us to battle sin on our own, however. He… Continue reading How can I have victory in overcoming sin?
What Does the Bible Say about Criticism?
To criticize is to point out something wrong or off with regards to a person. The term that the Bible uses in more detail is “rebuke.” Here, the idea is the same with criticism, but with rebuke the basis is the word of God. A person may rebuke someone if that someone goes against what… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Criticism?
What it means to be #Blessed – Matthew 5:6
Are you #BLESSED? For our midweek devotion, let us ponder on what it truly means to be #Blessed Matthew 5:6 it says, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled…“ Often, we equate the word BLESSING to material things, money or wealth, promotion, favorable results to what we want,… Continue reading What it means to be #Blessed – Matthew 5:6
Always Be Truthful
“Let what you say be simply ‘Yes’ or ‘No: anything more than this comes from evil.” Matthew 5:37 We now live in a world where people get “cancelled” or bashed for telling the truth or standing up for what is right. This is very evident in our society today, especially in the world of social media.… Continue reading Always Be Truthful
What Does the Bible Say about Frustration?
Frustration is the lack of patience. We often get frustrated when things do not go our way, or we have tried everything but it still did not work out. The Bible teaches patience and long suffering or enduring. But does it also teach against frustration? Of course! Many times in Scripture, characters fall into the… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Frustration?
Is Salvation Ongoing?
For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus. (Philippians 1:6) A fourth element of joy is anticipation. Nothing can encourage a Christian so much as the knowledge that, despite life’s uncertainties and difficulties, and no matter how many… Continue reading Is Salvation Ongoing?
Overcoming troubles
” I have told you these things, so that in me you have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But that heart! I have overcome the world.. “ – John 16:33 Conflicts, increasing prices of commodities, Covid-19, contradicting views and systems, financial demands, difficult people to deal with, a heavy work load, and… Continue reading Overcoming troubles
Develop a Lifestyle of Prayer
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” Colossians 4:2 How would you rate your prayer life? Can you honestly say that you are fervently praying to the Lord? How often do you talk to Him? Can you go on a day without praying? Or do you sometimes find yourself waking up in the middle of… Continue reading Develop a Lifestyle of Prayer
What Does the Bible Say about Being Taken Advantage Of?
Christians are known to be gentle and forgiving, and sometimes other people abuse them for their goodness. Under these circumstances, what can the child of God do? What does the word of God say? Being taken advantage of, bullied or abused is not new in the life of a Christian. The Bible showcases the life… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Being Taken Advantage Of?