The Dichotomy of Success: Navigating the Pressure of Success

“Press Into the Pressure – You Will Break Out In the Kingdom” Years ago, the Lord shared a profound truth with me, one that resonates deeply with those who have tasted the fruit of success: “There are two kinds of pressure – the pressure of failure and the pressure of success – they just have […]

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Surrender in the Storm Not to the Storm

Surrendering in the Storm, Not to the Storm: Finding Peace in God’s Presence Life is a tapestry woven with threads of joy and sorrow, peace and turmoil. We experience seasons of calm where the sun shines brightly, and seasons of storm where the winds howl and the waves crash against us. It is in these […]

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Tell It To Jesus Alone

Tell It To Jesus Alone In the quiet corners of our hearts, amidst the clamor of daily life, resides a sanctuary known only to us and our Savior. It’s a place where burdens are laid down, tears are shed without shame, and whispers of doubt and fear find solace in the gentle embrace of divine […]

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The Difference Between Joy and Happiness

Joy Unspeakable: Finding the Lord’s Gladness in Every Circumstance The world chases happiness like a mirage shimmering on the horizon. We’re bombarded with messages promising fulfillment through fleeting pleasures, material possessions, and achieving that ever-elusive “perfect” life. Yet, even when we grasp those desires, a nagging emptiness often remains. As Christians, we know true, lasting […]

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The Simple Savior: Finding Rest in a Complex World

The Simple Savior: Finding Rest in a Complex World In a world obsessed with complexity, where the pursuit of “more” dominates our thoughts and actions, it’s easy to lose sight of the simple beauty of the Gospel. We are bombarded with messages telling us we need more knowledge, more possessions, more experiences to find fulfillment. […]

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The New Wine of God’s Spirit and the Wineskins of Tradition

“Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.” – Isaiah 43:191 Embracing the New, Honoring the Old This verse from Isaiah rings with the promise of God’s ever-present renewal, His constant movement and work […]

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Seeking First the Kingdom: A Life of Simple Abundance

Seeking First the Kingdom: A Life of Simple Abundance “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” (Matthew 6:33)1 These words of Jesus, spoken during his Sermon on the Mount, offer a profound yet simple principle for living a life of purpose and fulfillment. […]

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Money Moves by the Spirit

Money Moves by the Spirit: Stewarding Wealth in the Kingdom of God The concept of “money moves by the Spirit” may seem unusual at first. We often think of finances as a secular realm, governed by market forces and personal ambition. Yet, the Bible presents a radically different perspective: that wealth, in all its forms, […]

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You Are Where Your Attention Takes You

The Garden of Your Mind: Cultivating Attention in a World of Distractions The human mind is a garden. Left untended, it can become overrun with weeds – anxieties, distractions, and unhelpful thoughts that choke the growth of peace and joy. But with careful cultivation, this same garden can blossom with fruits of the Spirit: love, […]

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Alignment with the Father’s Heart

Living as a Reflection: Embracing the Father’s Heart In the tapestry of Christian life, we often find ourselves grappling with questions of purpose, direction, and ultimately, surrender. Jesus, our ultimate example, offers a profound framework for navigating these complexities.1 He calls us to a life of radical obedience, mirroring the Father’s actions, relinquishing our own […]

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