Knowing God’s Voice
Are you having trouble hearing from God? Scripture has some definite things to say about God speaking to His people. Hebrews 1:1 says,"In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son." John 14:26 tells us that the Father will send the Holy Spirit in Jesus name, who "will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you." John 16:13-14 also talks about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Sin has so affected us ...
Are You Ready to Set Goals? Will you ask?
Are you ready for another new year? Are you planning on making resolutions for the New Year? It is the perfect time to start fresh by setting goals for some spiritual growth. We cannot cause our own spiritual growth. Only the Holy Spirit has the power to cause spiritual growth (2 Corinthians 3:18) but God does expect our obedient and active cooperation (I Cor. 9:24-27). Ask God to guide you as you evaluate your spiritual health and set your goals for spiritual growth for 2012. “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding ...
Lift Others Up
We live in an exciting time in history. Why do I say that? Because we have the capability to reach more people than ever through the internet. With social media, we can encourage other Christians any time we want. We can post statements about the Lord that can be shared with thousands of people with one press of a button. At first I did not embrace this idea. I felt overwhelmed with the idea of having “one more thing to do”. I was stressed out already with all the other commitments, chores, and obligations that I have in my life. So now, I have ...
If You Have A Need, Plant A Seed
LUKE 6:38 NKJ 38 "Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you." The natural response to having a need is to focus on getting instead of giving. And to hang on tightly to what we have. But God does not bless selfishness. He is a giver, and desires for us to become like Him. So, God's Word tells us to give. (Some preachers may have tried to exploit these truths to enrich themselves, but ...
Principles of Accountability
Accountability is a word that is heard much in Christian circles these days. This is for good reason. The state of America corresponds greatly with the lack of accountability, especially when it comes to leadership. Accountability means "an obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one's actions." I am sure that you can think of many who are not willing to be held responsible for their actions. Although you can not find the word accountability in scripture, the principles are certainly there. Principles of Accountability 1. It ...
