February, 2017 | Jesus is Mighty to Save!

Not Conforming to the Pattern of this World

Posted on February 23, 2017
/Under Christian Character, Obedience

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is–His good, pleasing and perfect will (Romans 12:2). After much struggle, prayer, and fasting, have you ever made a bold, godly decision, only to face persecution, rejection or being despised by others? Or have you forsaken godly instruction, only to end up regretting and suffering for your choices? The Lord Jesus Christ promises many blessings for following His ways as found in the Bible. Therefore, it is wise to keep trying our...Read more

Do Not Be Anxious

Posted on February 15, 2017
/Under Courage, Exhortation, Peace

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:6-7). Have you ever spent sleepless nights deeply troubled, mentally distressed, greatly worried, in anguish, scared, or fearful of some danger, misfortune, or other unpleasant circumstances that are happening (or about to happen) to you? Many of us have given in to anxiety, at one time or another. Being anxious is synonymous with being fearful, fidgety, nervous, restless, uptight,...Read more

Obstacles to Developing an Intimate Relationship with God

Posted on February 2, 2017
/Under Faithfulness, Friendships and Relationships, Knowledge, Obedience, Spiritual Fruit

“Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven. Many will say to Me in that day, ‘Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many wonders in Your name?’ And then I will declare to them, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!’ “(Matthew 7:21-23 NKJV) Have you, at one time or another, experienced a great distance between you and God, felt that your prayers were just bouncing off the...Read more