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“The prudent see danger and take refuge” (Prov. 27:12a) In light of my past experience, and my future hopes and dreams, what is the wise thing to do? “…but the simple keep going and suffer for it.” (Prov. 27:12b) “Simple” is used interchangeably with the term naive. Most people believe that there is a connection […]
A tax assessor came one day to a poor Christian to determine the amount of taxes he would have to pay. The following conversation took place: “What property do you possess?”, asked the assessor. “I am a very wealthy man”, replied the Christian. “List your possessions, please”, the assessor instructed. The Christian said: “First, I […]
Successful prayer is dependent on a few simple principles. All of these involve relationship with God. He made prayer to be a relational engagement and not a systematic activity. 1. Abiding. Jesus said in John 15:7 “If you abide in Me and My words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it shall be […]
Adon One of three titles (Adon, Adonai, and Adonim) generally rendered “Lord”. They all denote the various aspects of headship but each one has its own peculiar usage. Adon is the Lord as ruler In the Earth. Adonai The Lord in his relation to the earth, and as carrying out His purposes of blessing in […]
Effective immediately, please be aware that there are changes you need to make in your life. These changes need to be completed in order that I may fulfill my promises to you to grant you peace, joy and happiness in this life. 1. Quit Worrying Life has dealt you a blow and all you do […]
I am able to do all things through Christ who strengthens and empowers me – Phil. 4:13 I am accepted – Romans 15:7 I am alive with Christ – Galatians 2:20 I am a friend of Jesus – John 15:15b I am an ambassador for Christ – 2 Corinthians 5:20 I belong to God – […]
Realize that you are a covenant person, which sets you apart from others who aren’t. Today, as always, there is a major difference between God’s covenant people and unbelievers. You must begin to believe it with all your might! The way you see yourself and talk about yourself is the way the devil sees you. […]
Divine prosperity is God’s will for you! It has been that way dating back to the earliest times. God told Abraham, “I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing” (Genesis 12:2). All we have to do is obey God: “Keep therefore the words of this covenant, and do […]