Category Archives: humility

Where the Spirit of the Lord Is, There Is Freedom

“For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” — 2 Corinthians 3:17 Freedom is something people deeply desire. We want freedom from fear, worry, guilt, addiction, shame, painful memories, and the … Continue reading

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Conflict: Learning to Fight for Your Marriage, Not Against Each Other

One of the subjects covered in the Alpha Premarital Course is conflict. It may not sound like the most romantic topic for an engaged or newly married couple, but it is one of the most important. Why? Because every couple … Continue reading

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The Search for Success and Long Life

“True humility and fear of the Lord lead to riches, honor, and long life.”— Proverbs 22:4 We live in a culture that is constantly searching for success. We want to accomplish something meaningful. We want to be respected. We want … Continue reading

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Seek the Lord: What Does It Really Mean?

“Seek the Lord” is a phrase we hear often in Christian circles. We find it throughout Scripture, but what does it actually mean to seek God? It means more than simply asking God for help. To seek the Lord is … Continue reading

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Communication: Learning to Truly Hear One Another

Good communication is one of the most important foundations of a healthy marriage. That may sound obvious, but communicating well is not always easy. Two people can love each other deeply and still misunderstand one another, hurt one another with … Continue reading

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Let Love Be Your Highest Goal!

What if we made love our highest goal? Not success. Not recognition. Not wealth. Not even being right. Love. The apostle Paul wrote, “Let love be your highest goal!” (1 Corinthians 14:1). That is a remarkable statement. Paul wasn’t saying … Continue reading

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Love That Looks Like Jesus

Paul’s words about love in 1 Corinthians 13 are some of the most familiar words in the Bible. We hear them at weddings, read them in churches, and quote them when we talk about relationships. But these words are much … Continue reading

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How Do We Become More Like Jesus?

Paul wrote something remarkable to the believers in Corinth: “And you should imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.” — 1 Corinthians 11:1 What a challenge! Paul was essentially saying, “Look at my life. As you see me following Jesus, … Continue reading

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When You Realize God Is Greatly Blessing You

“And David realized that the Lord had confirmed him as king over Israel and had greatly blessed his kingdom for the sake of His people Israel.”— 2 Samuel 5:12 There are moments in life when we suddenly stop and realize, … Continue reading

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The Best Life Coach You’ll Ever Have

If you’ve ever played a sport, learned an instrument, or developed a new skill, you’ve probably benefited from a coach. A great coach sees your potential, teaches you what you need to know, corrects your mistakes, encourages you when you’re … Continue reading

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