It is hard to take a stand when things are going well, but it is much more difficult to take a stand in time of adversity and when everything is going in the opposite direction. Nicodemus, a transformed Pharisee, took a stand in the darkest hour of Jesus’ ministry. …
An encounter with Jesus is life-changing, and this is what Nicodemus experienced after his encounter with Jesus! He no longer could be the Pharisee that others expected of him. Similarly, Jesus changes our lives, and we no longer can be the person others expect us to be.
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The Lord graciously makes Himself known to those who are hungry and thirsty. Jesus told His disciples that those seek, ask, and knock will find Him. Below is a powerful story of a seeker who found Truth! …
While self-control may not be a popular subject these days, its significance in our daily walk is invaluable. The Lord blesses His people by giving them the ability to develop self-control, so they can be protected from the whims of the flesh, the schemes of the enemy, and the pressure of the world. …
Self-control is not a popular subject, but it is an invaluable trait that we all need to develop as God’s children. …
The Bible tells us that “...the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds…” (See 2 Corinthians 10:4). When it comes to fighting, the Kingdom of God operates the opposite of the ways of the world. Winning in the Kingdom of God is about seeing people’s hearts and minds changed by the power of the gospel! …
The Lord gives us a powerful promise if we seek His Kingdom before seeking all other things in life. …
God’s Kingdom is far higher and wider than what we see with our natural eyes, and Jesus’ prayer helps us to glean the truth about the ways of the Kingdom.
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Jesus taught His disciples the ways of the Kingdom, which were very different from what they knew in the religious practices of their day. The more we learn the ways of the Kingdom, the greater chance of success we will have in our walk with the Lord. …
Living a lifestyle of thankfulness is the opposite of our carnal nature. It is a supernatural work of God. When we intentionally become mindful of all that God has done for us and is doing among us, it brings thankfulness and gratitude towards the Lord. Let’s learn from Apostle Paul on how to live a lifestyle of thankfulness. …
