Cultivate Godly Habits
But refuse profane and old wives’ fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness. (1 Timothy 4:7) Your spiritual life is greatly influenced by the habits you cultivate. An excellent Christian life does not happen accidentally. You have to give attention to the things that build your spirit. Prayer, studying the Word of God, fellowship, worship, […]
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 […]
Live in the Flow Every Day
He that speaketh in an unknown tongue edifieth himself… (1 Corinthians 14:4) The flow of the Holy Spirit is not meant to be limited to special meetings or occasional moments of prayer. It is a lifestyle. Times of praying in other tongues are opportunities to build yourself up and become increasingly conscious of the Holy […]
Strengthen Yourself in the Lord
But David encouraged himself in the LORD his God. (1 Samuel 30:6) There are moments in life when circumstances seem overwhelming. David experienced such a time at Ziklag. His city had been destroyed, his family taken captive, and even those closest to him turned against him. Yet David did not remain discouraged. The Bible declares […]
The Holy Spirit Refreshes You
I will pray with the spirit, and I will pray with the understanding also… (1 Corinthians 14:15) One of the wonderful ministries of the Holy Spirit in your life is to refresh, strengthen and energize your life. No matter what you have faced or what pressures surround you, the Holy Spirit is able to restore […]
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 […]
Build Fellowship with the Holy Spirit
And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever. (John 14:16) Every child of God is called into a living fellowship with the Holy Spirit. He was not sent merely to help you in difficult moments, but to walk with you daily and […]
Respond to His Prompting
For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. (Romans 8:14) One of the greatest keys to living a victorious Christian life is learning to recognize and respond to the promptings of the Holy Spirit. He lives in you, and He continually leads, guides and inspires you. […]
The Peace Beyond Understanding
Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6–7) Have you ever noticed what happens after you pray? Before prayer, your heart […]
The Holy Spirit Dispels Fear
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. (2 Timothy 1:7) Fear is a spirit, and it stands in direct opposition to faith. Fear magnifies the power of darkness, while faith exalts the truth and power of God. As a child of […]