Tagged: Friday Special Message
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts have good understanding.” Psalms 111:10 To be educated is definitely an advantage in life. However, you can be highly educated and still suffer from spiritual want. For the Christian, sanctification must always receive priority over education. A person who is in the process of developing spiritually is closer to the heart of God and, therefore, he is more skilled in understanding God’s ways. A spiritual person has discovered the true Source of wisdom in life. There is purpose in his service to God. He possesses...
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“Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.” Proverb 4:23 Our thoughts control our lives. If your spirit harbors thoughts of bitterness, hate and envy, your mind will be drenched with negative and destructive thoughts, and you will never experience the dynamism of the Christian faith. By living in harmony with the living Christ, and allowing His spirit to become an inspiration to your spirit, you can achieve the impossible. Embrace God’s ways with joy, build a healthy and profound prayer life and engage in faithful Bible study. This will give your mind the inspiration...
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“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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