Category: Friday Messages
“Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Matthew 16:16 Many people long for a stronger faith. At one point or another we all need to answer the question that Jesus asked Simon Peter, “What about you? What do you say I am?” To benefit fully from the Christian Experience, and to know the fullness and abundance of the true life that Jesus offers us, you must have a personal knowledge of the living Christ. This does not only mean learning everything about Him; it means acknowledging Him personally and surrendering your life to Him....
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“After Job had prayed for his friends, the Lord made him prosperous again and gave him twice as much as he had before.” Job 42:10 It is not hard to make enemies. But remember, it is always possible to turn an enemy into a friend – although this isn’t easy, as forgiveness requires true greatness. Only those who have undergone meaningful spiritual growth can transform enmity into friendship. One sure and practical way to turn enemies into friends is to pray for them. This may sound absurd but it is truly wise act if you desire a pleasant life. Prayer...
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“Until we all reach unity in the faith and the knowledge of the Son of God, and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.” Ephesians 4:13 It takes time for intellectual and spiritual maturity to reach its full potential. In your efforts to reach maturity, you should have something against which to measure your progress. The apostle Paul teaches that we should measure our progress against nothing less than the character of Christ. Although this is an impossible goal, to aim any lower is to accept a second hand life. However, never forget Jesus’ love...
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“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. ” James 1:5 Many people believe that to live a truly spiritual life, you need to live in seclusion; where the realities of life are either ignored or forgotten. However, the lessons Jesus taught along the dusty roads of Palestine were very spiritual, yet essentially practical. For Him, everything-every thought and deed – was an expression of His relationship with His heavenly Father. Therefore, true Christians do not divide their lives into compartments, because all...
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” Your faith is growing more and more, and the love every one of you has for each other is increasing.” 2 Thessalonians 1:3 If you are not enjoying your spiritual experience, you have probably allowed stagnation to rob you of your spiritual zest. A vibrant and powerful spiritual life requires constant attention. There will never be a point when nothing more is required from you. The longer you walk with the Lord, the greater your enthusiasm should be, and any tendency to grow slack should be resisted with all your might. Your quiet time sustain and nurture your spiritual...
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