“Throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception” (Ephesians 4:22 NLT). Change requires making choices. It’s not enough to dream of changing. It’s not enough to desire change. In order for you to change, you will need to make a decision. You must choose to... Continue Reading →
If You Want to Change, You Have to Face the Truth
“You have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from him” (Ephesians 4:21 NLT). The secret to personal change is not willpower. The secret is to know and face the truth. You must know and face the truth about yourself, your relationships, and your own nature.Nothing will change in your life until you... Continue Reading →
Take Four Steps to Defeat Your Giants
“You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the LORD Almighty . . . This day the LORD ” (1 Samuel 17:45-46 NIV). How do you defeat the giants that are keeping you from being the woman God wants you to be? How do you... Continue Reading →
The Giants That Stand Between You and Great Faith
“Everyone assembled here will know that the LORD rescues his people, but not with sword and spear. This is the LORD’s battle, and he will give you to us!” (1 Samuel 17:47 NLT). Before David faced Goliath in 1 Samuel, he actually had to fight four other giants. They weren’t physical giants, but they were... Continue Reading →
Make a Plan for Your Money
“The wise man looks ahead. The fool attempts to fool himself and won’t face facts” (Proverbs 14:8 TLB). Money is a tool to be used for God’s purposes. We’re not to hoard it. We’re not to stockpile it. We’re not to worship it. We’re to use it! We can use temporary resources—what God has put in... Continue Reading →
Four Things You Shouldn’t Do with Your Money
“Guard against every kind of greed. Life is not measured by how much you own” (Luke 12:15 NLT). The Bible tells a story in Luke 16 of a rich man who enlisted a manager to take care of his property. When the manager was accused of mishandling his master’s money and was called in to... Continue Reading →
Following Jesus Means You Love Everyone
“Love never stops being patient, never stops believing, never stops hoping, never gives up” (1 Corinthians 13:7 GW). The same love that God gives to you, you are to offer to everybody else that you come in contact with. It’s not an option or a suggestion. It’s a command: “Now I am giving you a new commandment:... Continue Reading →
To Live Free of Fear, Surrender to God
“Surrender your heart to God, turn to him in prayer, and give up your sins—even those you do in secret. Then you won’t be ashamed; you will be confident and fearless. Your troubles will go away like water beneath a bridge, and your darkest night will be brighter than noon. You will rest safe and... Continue Reading →
Not Everything You Feel Is Right
To be controlled by human nature results in death; to be controlled by the Spirit results in life and peace . . . Those who obey their human nature cannot please God” (Romans 8:6, 8 GNT). Learning to manage your emotions is the key to peace of mind.I want to share with you four important... Continue Reading →
Think of These Three Things for Mental Health
Think about Jesus’ example. He held on while wicked people were doing evil things to him. So do not get tired and stop trying” (Hebrews 12:3 NCV). God wants you to be healthy in every area of your life—emotionally, spiritually, and physically. For mental health, you must focus your mind on the right things. Think... Continue Reading →
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