Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and news about him spread through the whole countryside. He taught in their synagogues, and everyone praised him. (Luke 4:14,15 NIV) Blood pumping! Motivating Monday! Ready to get our blood pumping? Here’s a word for today. From those needing more rest to more serious matters with health and finances? Concern for brothers and sisters in Christ crucified under persecution. Possible new seasons of life at hand with all trust and faith levels to expand. Every need and concern can be trusted to one man. I know a man- who can. […]
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Christians: Awareness of Societal Confusion
He said to them, “This is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the law of Moses, the Prophets and Psalms.” Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. (Luke 24:44,45 NIV) Validation Validating Biblical truth stirs emotions throughout Christians worldwide. Jesus discussed this very thing with His disciples. Before His death, Jesus explained He would rise again on the third day. As Jesus reappeared to His disciples, they became startled and frightened. Here they personally knew Him, walked with Him, sat under His […]
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Scripture: God’s Guidebook for Abundant Life
All scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. (2 Timothy 3:16 NIV) Itineraries Three days ago my family stood at an airport check-in counter. The attendant pondered our itinerary, I actually asked, “Does it look like we need reschedule for tomorrow?” The Holy Spirit urged direction as scripture was activated. Listening and actually following God’s direction works together for our good. Many times we fail to follow. The attendant informed we might need to change schedules. The voice behind […]
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Direction Voiced Guides Our Steps/Walking In It
Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way; walk in it.” (Isaiah 30:21 NIV) Direction Thoughts today lean towards change of seasons. Ecclesiastes 3 there is a time for everything and in time everything will be made beautiful. Here is where I always want this blog to be different. As true as Ecclesiastes shares about seasons, we need a fresh look into how we succeed in order to see the beauty God has intended. Direction we take in life determines our ability to walk in […]
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Dreams Come True As God’s Plan Unfolds
If the Lord delights in a man’s way, he makes his steps firm; though he stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand. (Psalm 37:24 NIV) Wishes When we wish upon a star…do our dreams really come true. There is something real sweet watching Disney’s fireworks and singing along the familiar tune. Young and old alike are empowered to believe our dreams can come true. I am certainly one to believe. I want each and everyone of our dreams to come true. Dreams The only thing- dreams do not come true wishing upon a star. […]
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Obedience Vs. Sin, Blessing Vs. Consequence
Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed, which is idolatry. Because of these, the wrath of God is coming, You used to walk in these ways, in the life you once lived. But now you must rid yourselves of all such as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. (Colossians 3:5-8 NIV) Creation Paul’s letter to the church in Colosse could be a letter written today. The world created in six days as God rested on the seventh, was created in perfection. He called it […]
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Target? Walk Away Peacefully- God Judges Justly
“He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth.” When they hurled insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly. (1 Peter 2:22,23 NIV) Target One of the hardest hits mankind takes is becoming a target for others flawed character. Not that we do not have our own flaws, yet scapegoats are found to soften another’s consciousness. As we discussed last Friday, It is God’s will for us to continue to do good, to silence the ignorant talk of foolish men. However, […]
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Perceptions Lead to Ignorant Talk: Seek Truth
For it is God’s will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish men. Live as free men, but do not use your freedom as a coverup for evil; live as servants of God. Show proper respect to everyone: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the King. (1 Peter 2:15-17 NIV) Ignorance Perceptions can be dangerous. Ignorance is simply defined as the lack of knowledge or information. I find perceptions to be ignorant. It’s usually false perceptions of individuals or situations that lead to foolish talk. Ouch! Writing this statement felt like popping a […]
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Lights Shining Through Darkened World
You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven. (Matthew 5:4-16 NIV) Believer? Are you a believer? The Bible says even satan believes. This is why evil spirits shudder under Jesus’s authority. How about are we engaged in our Christian faith? More than […]
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Justifying Sin- One of Satan’s Greatest Deceptions
Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by cunning and craftiness of men in their deceitful scheming. Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ. (Ephesians 4:14,15 NIV) Justifying Sin Look beyond your church pews for individuals who have exited the Church. Individuals move toward liberal teachers justifying sin. Others gather missing fellowship not conviction. Conviction is a dominant trait of the Holy Spirt. The Holy Spirit is the […]
Vicki is a bold proclaimer of truth that will set people free from deception. Her topics include, "Breaking a Spirit of Fear," "Rebuilding a child's broken spirit," and "Christian maturity, experiencing more of God."