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What If You Succeed?
Today, I would like to talk to you about, “What If You Succeed?” – based on a passage in the Bible regarding the Parable of the Bags of Gold, or what some refer to as the Parable of the Talents. The passage reads, “Then the man who had received one bag of gold came. ‘Master,’ […]
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Prayer Is a State of Mind
Today, I would like to talk to you about, “Prayer is a State of Mind.” The reflection is inspired by a passage in Isaiah that says, “You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you . . .” (26:3, ESV). There are as many styles of prayer as there are people who […]
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EMBRACE THE POWER IN John 3:8
In John 3:8, Jesus touched on a powerful secret regarding who we are. When this revelation is understood and applied, there is no telling the transformation we will experience
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FACE YOUR FEARS
Your progress in life requires you to evolve from one stage of development to the next. This evolution takes place at a mental and spiritual level. The process will not happen automatically. You must allow yourself to evolve. At every stage of your development, there are challenges you must overcome. Conquering these challenges will prepare […]
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RESPONSIBILITY MINUS GUILT
How you feel about yourself is the single most important factor in your overall wellbeing. It’s important, therefore, to feel right about yourself on a consistent basis, regardless of your shortcomings (past, present, or future). This can be challenging, I would agree. We learn to control a lot of things in life, but not many […]
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2022: Discover Your Life Purpose
There’s nothing more fulfilling than knowing the reason you came into this world and dedicating yourself to your mission. This is what it means to live by destiny. Everyone who is born into this world comes with a specific assignment and life purpose. Jesus knew his. Standing before Pilate, he declared, “In fact, the reason […]
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TRUST YOUR STAR
Often, trusting others feels easier than trusting yourself. There’s a reason for this. As we grow up, much of our education, formal as well as informal, prepares us to trust people and systems outside of ourselves. We’re raised to trust the news, the government, the church, the school system, the health system, friends, and family. […]
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UNDERSTANDING THE LAW OF USE
Success at all levels is governed by spiritual laws. The right understanding and application of spiritual laws will guarantee success. Today, I want to talk to you about one such law: The Law of Use. The Law of Use can be stated as follows: The more a thing is used and enjoyed, the more abundantly […]
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Stop Accusing Yourself
Your advancement in life largely depends on how you treat yourself. Often, we care more about how others treat us. We want their love, their respect, and their kindness. Yet, how you treat yourself is far more important than how others treat you. If you treat yourself right, you’ll have enough self-esteem to stand up […]
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What’s Your Excuse?
To get ahead in life, it’s important to liberate yourself from encumbrances. One such hindrance is in the form of giving excuses. It’s easy to give excuses. It’s cheap and readily available. It’s like self-pardon. It can provide temporary relief. But in the end, excuses weaken your drive to succeed. Excuses stifle motivation and creativity. […]
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No Bad Days
You are the prophet of your own life. Say it: I AM the prophet of my own life. As a prophet, your words carry weight. Those who understand this are careful about what they say. There’s no such thing as a ‘useless’ word. Your words will always return to you with a corresponding manifestation. Say […]
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Why Was Jesus Born of A Virgin?
One of the most important Christian doctrines is the virgin birth, the belief that Jesus, unlike the rest of us, was born of a virgin, Mary, the husband of Joseph. Over the centuries, thousands of books have been written about this doctrine. Central to the Christian tradition, this belief is included in the Nicene Creed. […]
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Tune Out Naysayers
As you pursue your dreams, you’ll encounter naysayers, at some point. They can appear as a family member, a co-worker, a teacher, an acquaintance, a guru, a classmate, a friend, an ‘expert,’ or even someone you barely know. Naysayers have a habit of focusing on impossibilities and negative outcomes. Instead of focusing on what could […]
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Live Now, Not Later
There’s no life waiting for you after death. If you want to live, this is it. This is your chance. Make the most of the life you’re given. If you think there’s a better life waiting for you after death, you’re missing out on life. Life is eternal, and hence cannot be interrupted. So, choose […]
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Don’t Depend on Pharaoh
Joseph went to Egypt as a slave. After a few years of struggle, he found favor with Pharaoh and became a powerful leader in Egypt. Later, his whole family joined him. For several years, Egypt became a safe haven for Israel. Pharaoh loved, cuddled, and protected Israel. One day, however, a new Pharaoh ascended the […]
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“Till Death Do Us Part?”
Invoking death during marriage is unwise, ungodly and dangerous. The Holy Spirit didn’t inspire the words, “till death do us part.” The words are very charming, even romantic, but they conceal a dangerous trap. It’s a self-inflicted curse in disguise. Christ wouldn’t teach us to use those words. Nor would the apostles. In the beginning, […]
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PRAY THE PRAYER OF FAITH
Prayer is more than a routine. God honors your prayer when you pray believing in your heart that he has heard and answered you. Without faith, your prayer is meaningless.
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Understanding 1 Peter (1:13-25)
Christians are born of imperishable seed (1 Peter 1:23). This means we are born of an incorruptible parent. Consequently, we too, are imperishable. We possess eternal life in our spirit, the very life of God. God made us saints when we were saved by grace through faith in Christ. Our old “sinner” identity was buried with Christ. Our new identity is “saints.” Our sainthood does not come from a human commission. Nor is it based on our performance on the holiness scale. Our new identity is a gift from our Father, and he does not take it back. If you’re confused about your identity, you’ll miss God’s plan for your life. But after birth, we must grow. So, 1 Peter 1:13-25 lays out for us the importance of growing in holiness. How? By nourishing ourselves on the Word of God, obeying God’s commands, avoiding sinful choices and pursuing godliness. God is holy; so are we – his children. Therefore, let us live holy.
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A Reply to Rev. Gerard-Marie Anthony
In my previous blog post, I wrote about Mary’s exemplary life of faith as a daughter of Abraham. I gave an in-depth account of how the writings of the Apostles, especially Paul, and other passages of the Bible corroborate Mary’s statements in the Magnificat. The Rev. Anthony gave a thoughtful and passionate reply to my […]
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More Than Conquerors
What words can sufficiently describe the victory we have in Christ Jesus? Paul attempted to share the revelation of our victory in the following words: “No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the […]
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