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DIVINE GUIDANCE   DIVINE GUIDANCE He...sends them in the right direction.' Psalm 25:8 MSG There is a lot of talk about guidance these days. What does it mean, and where does it come from?  In general, guidance is anything that helps you make better decisions. That might mean someone telling you what to do, or a feeling that tells you what to do. Guidance can come from a lot of different places . It can come from your own thoughts and feelings, from other people, or from a divine source. Some people believe that guidance comes from a divine source. This means that the guidance is coming from a higher power, or from a force that is much bigger than us.  Others believe that guidance comes from within ourselves . This means that we can access our own thoughts and feelings to find guidance. There is no right or wrong answer to this question. What is important is that you try to find guidance from as many different sources as possible. This will help you make the best decisions...

OVERCOMING TEMPTATION OVERCOMING TEMPTATION There is no easy way to overcome temptation. It takes time, effort, and perseverance. However, there are a few things that you can do to help you resist temptation and stay on track. First, remember that temptation is a sign that you are not fully committed to your goals. If you are struggling with temptation, it means that you are not fully focused on your goal. Resist the temptation to give in to the temptation and focus on your goal.  Second, be aware of your surroundings. When you are faced with temptation, be aware of where you are and who is around you. This will help you stay safe and avoid potential temptation . WHEN  JESUS told Peter he would soon deny his Lord, Peter boasted, Others may, but not me! Yet within a few hours he was swearing and disavowing any knowledge of Jesus. It can happen to any of us. The Bible says,  'Each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own [particular] desires and enticed' (James 1:14 ...

  DON'T BE AFRAID   DON'T BE AFRAID 'Why are you so fearful?' Mark 4:40 NKJV Don't be afraid to be different There’s no need to be afraid to be different. We should embrace our uniqueness, and use it to our advantage. By doing so, we can stand out and be more successful.  If we can learn to embrace our differences, we can better connect with others. This can lead to new opportunities and relationships. By being true to ourselves, we can build a strong foundation for our future. We can be confident and proud of who we are, and that will reflect positively on our businesses and ourselves. NOTICE HOW the disciples reacted to the storm on the Sea of Galilee, and see if you recognize any of the same traits in yourself: 1) Fear makes us doubt God's care. The disciples asked Jesus, 'Do You not care that we are perishing?" (v. 38 NKJV). They didn't ask about His strength: 'Can you still the storm? Or His knowledge: 'Are you aware of the storm? Or Hi...

  SPIRIT-FILLED LIVING   SPIRIT-FILLED LIVING 'When the Spirit has his way with us. Galatians 5:17 TLB Spirit filled living is all about being filled with the Holy Spirit . When you live a spirit filled life, you are filled with the love of God and His goodness. You are able to see the good in people and things. You are also able to forgive easily and be kind to others. Living a spirit filled life is not easy, but it is definitely worth it! ALWAYS REMEMBER that no matter how long you walk with God, your carnal nature never improves, It never becomes more like Jesus, even over time. That's why we're told to 'crucify'’ it daily (See v. 24). Even the apostle Paul struggled with his lower nature: ‘We naturally love to do evil things...opposite from the things that the Holy Spirit tells us to do and the good things we want to do when the Spirit has his way with us are just the opposite of our natural desires. These two forces within us are constantly fighting...to win co...

  GIVE YOURSELVES TO GOD   GIVE YOURSELVES TO GOD 'Do not let sin control the way you live. Romans 6:12 NLT There are a lot of things that make up our lives, but what really matters is what we put our focus on. If we focus on things that make us happy, we’ll be successful. If we focus on things that make us sad, we’ll be unsuccessful. If we focus on things that make us feel good, we’ll be successful. The same goes for our lives with God. If we focus on things that make us happy, we’ll be successful. If we focus on things that make us sad, we’ll be unsuccessful. If we focus on things that make us feel good, we’ll be successful.   When it comes to our relationship with God , we need to give ourselves to Him. We need to let Him take control of our lives and our relationship with Him. We need to allow Him to be our everything and our nothing. When we give ourselves to God , He will do amazing things in Him. WHEN SOMEONE says, 'I can't help myself, it's just the way I am, th...

WHEN SOMEONE HURT YOU; BLESS THEM WHEN SOMEONE HURT YOU; BLESS THEM 'Be mindful to be a blessing.' Galatians 6:10 AMP When someone hurts us, it feels like the world is against us. The pain is intense, and it feels like we can't escape it. But even in the midst of our hurt, we are blessed.   First, let's be grateful that the person hurt us. They showed us that they don't care about us. They made us feel small. They made us feel like we're not good enough. Second, let's remember that we are not alone in our hurt. There are millions of people who have experienced pain in their life. And even though we may feel like we're all alone in our hurt, we're not. Third, let's remember that our hurt is temporary. It will go away. And when it does, we will be better for it. Fourth, let's remember that our hurt is not our fault. We didn't do anything to deserve it. And even though it hurts, we don't have to let it control us. WHEN SOMEONE hurts you,...

  DON'T GIVE UP - GO THROUGH   DON'T GIVE UP - GO THROUGH 'Pursue...overtake...and...recover all.' 1 Samuel 30:8 KJV No matter how hard it might seem, never give up . If you are faced with a challenge, don't be afraid to face it head on. Persevere and never give up. The more you fight, the more you will succeed. WHEN KING David and his men returned home from battle, they discovered that the Amalekites had burned their homes to the ground and taken their families prisoner. They were devastated. They wept until they'd no tears left. Then God spoke to them and say, ‘Pursue’ Pursue...overtake... and...recover all. And with His help they did! So no matter how bad your situation looks right now, don't give up . Cry if you have to, then dry your tears and go out in God's strength and take back what the Enemy has stolen from you. If necessary, take it an inch at a time, drawing on His strength and not your own. Paul writes: "Let us not log heart and grow w...

WHAT IT MEANS TO REALLY  LOVE WHAT IT MEANS TO REALLY  LOVE Love cares more for others than for self.' 1 Corinthians 13:4 MSG There's no greater love than when someone truly loves someone else and they show it through actions, words, and thoughts. When someone truly loves someone else , they have their best interests at heart and will do whatever it takes to make that person happy. They will be there for them in good times and bad, and will always be there to listen. Truly loving someone means being there for them when they need you , no matter what. Whether it's listening to them when they're upset, supporting them when they're feeling down, or just being there for a hug when they need it, truly loving someone will go above and beyond for them.  Some of the greatest insights on what it means to love someone come from the pen of the apostle Paul: 'No matter what I say, what I believe, and what I do, I'm bankrupt without love. Love never gives up. Love cares...

YOUR STAYING POWER YOUR STAYING POWER We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed. 2 Corinthians 4:8 NIV 2011 Edition) One of the most important things to have in any career is staying power . Many people think that because they’ve been in a certain field for a long time that they are automatically successful. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to have a long-term career in any field. If you want to have a successful career, you need to be willing to work hard for it. It’s important to have a solid work ethic, be able to stay focused, and be able to stick with a project for a long time. If you can do these things, you’ll be able to have a long-term career in any field. One of the most important things to have in any career is staying power . If you want to have a successful career, you need to be willing to work hard for it. It’s important to have a solid work ethic, be able to stay on. HERE'S A saying that has proven to be ...

GOD BE FOR US; WHO CAN BE AGAINST US 5 VERY CRUCIAL ANSWERS If God is for us, who can ever be against us?" Romans 8:31 NLT I’ve been asked this question before, and I think it’s a great question. God be for us who can be against us? What does that mean? I think it means that we should always remember that God is with us no matter what. He is with us when we are happy and when we are sad. He is with us when we are strong and when we are weak.  No matter what, we can always trust that God is with us . And that is something to be grateful for. PAUL ASKS five all-important questions:  1) 'lf God is for us, who can ever be against us?  The assurance of God's presence tilts the scales in your favour. So whatever you're facing today, remind yourself, 'God is for me.' 2) 'Since [God] did not spare even his own Son but gave him up for us all, won't [God]. give us everything else?" (v. 32 NLD. Think about it: Would God save your soul, then leave you to fend...

DON'T DENY JESUS DON'T DENY JESUS Then Judas, the one who would betray him, said, "Surely not I, Rabbi? Matthew 26:25 NIV (1984 Edition) There are many things that people do in their lives that they do not want to admit to. Denying Jesus is one of them. We may have grown up hearing that we should deny Jesus and that He is not real, but that is not what the Bible says. The Bible says that we should confess our sins to Him and ask for His forgiveness. We should also come to know Him and follow Him. IN A sermon about commitment to Christ, the great preacher Charles Spurgeon said:’ I've known some who preached the gospel with power, but Iived to depart from it altogether. l've known others who discharged the duties of deaconship and eldership with considerable diligence, who have afterwards given way to their evil passions. I've thought some of them to be the holiest of men. while they've been praying they’ve been lifted up to very gates of heaven; if anyone...

GOD IS EVERYTHING   GOD IS EVERYTHING God is...a very present help in trouble.'Psalm 46:1 NKJV Ever since I can remember, I have believed in God. I don’t know where I got the idea, but I have always believed that God is everything . I know that there are many different versions of God out there, but to me, God is the one and only true God. I believe that he is the creator of the universe and everything in it. I also believe that he is responsible for everything that happens in our lives. He is the one who guides us and helps us to get through our difficult times. I know that he is always there for us, and I believe that he is always willing to help us. I know that he loves us. THE BIBLE says, 'God is..a very present help in trouble.' But first you must believe that God is, otherwise the best you can hope for is good luck or human help. And how far do you think that’ll get you? When the doctor says he can't do any more to save you or a love one, who will you turn to whe...

LISTEN TO GOD IN THE MORNINGS LISTEN TO GOD IN THE MORNINGS "Morning by morning he wakens me and opens my understanding to his will Isaiah 50:4 NLT The first thing I do every morning is listen to God . I ask Him to show me what I should do today, and I thank Him for all He has done for me in the past. I also ask Him to help me stay focused and on track during the day. I know that if I listen to God and obey His commands , He will give me the strength to overcome any obstacle that comes my way. FROM THE BIBLE . HERE'S A wonderful promise from God's Word: The...Lord has given me his words of Wisdom ...that I know how to comfort the weary. Morning by morning He wakens me and opens my understanding to his will. The...Lord has spoken to me, and I listened. I have not rebelled or turned away' (w. 4-5 NLT). Isaiah said God woke him up every morning and told him what he was supposed to do that day, and what he was to say to others! This wasn't a 'one of a kind' occ...

PERSONAL GROWTH   PERSONAL GROWTH   Wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.. Proverbs 2:10 NIV (2011 Edition) Personal growth is a journey, not a destination. It is a continuous process of learning and evolving, both mentally and physically. It is a never-ending journey that leads to self-awareness and personal growth. There are many ways to achieve personal growth . Some people focus on personal reflection and self-improvement, while others explore new interests or take on new challenges. No matter what your path, the important thing is to keep moving forward. The most important thing is to keep learning and evolving. Personal growth is about growing in knowledge, understanding yourself better, and developing new skills. It is a never-ending journey that leads to self-awareness and personal growth. There are many ways to achieve personal growth. Some people focus on personal reflection and self-improvement, while others explore new interests...