"Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see if they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world." 1 John 4:1 This is something all believers are called to do. There are people out there with so-called "discernment" ministries who make it ... Read More about How to Test the Spirits
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Preparing Your Heart for the New Year
As the holiday season winds down, many people often begin preparing for a new year. Often, people will think about what they want to accomplish in the new year and create goals, or resolutions, or maybe think about new habits they want to develop. We spend a lot of time planning and preparing to do ... Read More about Preparing Your Heart for the New Year
What You Missed–Stand Still?
The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.Exodus 14:14 NIV You've probably seen this verse on a coffee mug or an Instagram post, or perhaps on a home decor sign. It's a great thought, and I certainly believe God fights for us. The problem is if you look at this verse in its context, ... Read More about What You Missed–Stand Still?
What You Missed–I can do ALL things
I can do all things through Him who gives me strength.Philippians 4:13 NIV I recently heard a funny story about this verse.After practicing this verse, a six-year-old girl walked over to the wall and pushed it, trying to move it, and exclaimed, "It doesn't work." She thought she could do whatever ... Read More about What You Missed–I can do ALL things
What You Missed–God’s Plan for Your Life
'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord. 'plans for prosperity and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.'Jeremiah 29:11 NASB I'm sure this verse sounds familiar. First off I just want to acknowledge that I do believe God has plans for all of our lives and that those ... Read More about What You Missed–God’s Plan for Your Life
What You Missed–Do You have a Vision?
Have you ever heard the teaching that you must have a vision for your life? Everyone wants to know what their unique purpose, their calling, their God-sized dream is. Many pastors and teachers have used Proverbs 29:18 to promote the idea that it is imperative to have a vision for your life or there ... Read More about What You Missed–Do You have a Vision?