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Preparing for Battle: Putting on the Armor of God
The Whole Armor of God 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. 14 Stand therefore, having fastened on the…
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What the Bible Says About Casting Your Cares on Jesus
What the Bible has to say about casting your cares on Jesus can help free you if you are feeling trapped under the heavy weight of burdens today. The Burdens of Life Burdens. We all experience them. Job stress, financial strain, marital difficulties, the child who has lost their way, failing health; they come in many shapes and sizes, but they come for us all. However, the bible tells us that we are to cast our cares on the Lord. But what does that mean? The cares of this world hang on the clothesline of our hearts and steal our joy and zap our strength. You feel like you are…
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When God Is Silent
Are you there God? Silence. Sometimes what causes us the most pain and confusion isn’t what God says to us, but the fact that in the midst of a difficult situation, God seems to say nothing at all. What do we do when God is silent? I went through a heartbreaking situation several years ago that left me on the floor in tatters. My eyes were swollen and red from days of tears splashing down my cheeks. These are the moments when you lay on the ground like a pile of dirty laundry and you cry out to God for help, for comfort, and for answers. The sun rose and…
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Spiritual Incompatibility in Your Marriage
Introduction Perhaps you find yourself in a situation in which you and your spouse are spiritually incompatible. You are what is know biblically, as unequally yoked; one of you is a person of faith and the other is not. I have seen this happen a lot in the church today. Typically, it is women who are sitting alone in church. They confess that their husbands are believers, but they see no need to attend church every Sunday. In my situation, the roles were reversed. When my husband and I were first married, it was me who was not going to church and my husband was strong in his faith. If…
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Four Soils, Four Hearts: The Parable of the Sower
An in-depth look at the purpose of parables in Jesus' teaching and the first of nearly 30 parables taught throughout his ministry, the Parable of the Sower. In this parable we learn that there are four soils—referring to four heart postures. We look at each of the four soils and what they represent, as well as the role of the sower—Jesus.
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What Does the Bible Say About Discipleship?
In this three-part series, we will be looking at discipleship. Part One guides us through scripture to define what a disciple of Christ is, and how we should strive to become one.
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In the Breaking of the Bread: The Road to Emmaus
This is the story of two men who walked with the risen Jesus and didn't recognize Him and how we often don't realize that He is walking with us.
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Hitting the Spiritual Wall: How God Breaks Through When You Are Broke Down
During this time of isolation, I have discovered many things about where I am spiritually. I have hit the spiritual wall and have come out on the other side, better than when I went in.
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7 Days of Scriptures to Combat Fear and Anxiety
Anxiety and fear are very real, especially in this unprecedented time. Here are 7 days of scriptures you can pray to help you overcome these familiar and difficult emotions.
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10 Scriptures to Pray When You Need a Physical Healing
Are you in need of a physical healing? Here are 10 powerful scriptures to pray, journal, and memorize to bring you relief from illness and pain.