Faith is dead without action

For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also. (James 2:26) Faith is not merely an idea we agree with in our minds; it is a conviction that influences the way we speak, decide, and act. The Bible teaches that faith without works is dead. This means that […]
Your true life as a Christian

As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him. (Colossians 2:6) Receiving Christ is the beginning, not the end, of your journey as a believer. You have received Him, and now you must walk in Him. There is a life to live after salvation. Christianity is not simply about having […]
Take your life in Christ seriously

And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is. (Hebrews 10:24–25) There is a seriousness that must come into our Christian walk. Christianity is not something we practise only when we are in trouble or when we […]
Your Past Does Not Define Your Glory

Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. (2 Corinthians 5:17) Now that you are in Christ, you must ensure to never dwell in your past. It makes no difference what your past experiences may have been—you are the glory […]
Demonstrating excellence in your labour

And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men. (Colossians 3:23) Labour has the power to develop your character, discipline, responsibility, and capacity. Your work is about more than receiving a salary. When you learn to do something well even when nobody is watching, you are developing something within […]
Wisdom is the principal thing

Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding. (Proverbs 4:7) David taught Solomon that wisdom was more important than wealth, long life, or anything else he could possess. When Solomon was given the opportunity to ask God for anything, he asked for wisdom. He understood that if he […]
Set high ideals for yourself

Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report… think on these things (Philippians 4:8) Excellence begins with a decision. You have to make up your mind that you will pursue something higher than mediocrity. If […]
Make Your Home Holy Spirit-Friendly

But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD. (Joshua 24:15) The Holy Spirit desires to work freely in your life, but you must also cultivate an environment that welcomes His ministry. Many believers blame their family, surroundings or circumstances for not responding to the Holy Spirit’s leading. However, the solution is […]
Measure Success God’s Way

Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. (Proverbs 3:5–6) The Holy Spirit has come to dwell in you, not only to help you in spiritual matters but to lead you in every aspect of your […]
The Holy Spirit Imparts Wisdom

But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you. (John 14:26) The Holy Spirit continually imparts wisdom to every child of God. A person without the Spirit of God […]