Daily Devotional: Day 196 “But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his [Jesus’] name: Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God” (John 1:12-13). InContinue reading “Operating in the Power of Your Supernatural Birth”
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“I Was Only Joking”
Daily Devotional: Day 106 “Like a madman who throws firebrands, arrows, and death, is the man who deceives his neighbor, and says, “I was only joking!”’ (Proverbs 26:18-19, RSV). Words, words, words. Our words have a lot to do with our personal integrity and our spiritual authority. Being a good Father, God wants to train us to beContinue reading ““I Was Only Joking””
Simple Faith, Big Results
Daily Devotional: Day 104 “The centurion answered and said, “Lord, I am not worthy that You should come under my roof. But only speak a word, and my servant will be healed” (Matthew 8:8, NKJV). A Roman centurion reported to Jesus that his servant was paralyzed and tormented. Jesus, therefore, assured the centurion that heContinue reading “Simple Faith, Big Results”
Understanding 1 Peter (2:13-20)
Peter exhorts Christians to submit – for the Lord’s sake – to every human authority. Christians are not anarchists. He also emphasizes the importance of giving honor to all people. How we conduct ourselves in our relationships is vital to our growth and the furtherance of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.