Tag Archives: Surrender

The Letter Signed by Slaves

As I opened the book of Philippians this morning, the very first phrase gave me pause:“This letter is from Paul and Timothy, slaves of Christ Jesus.” What a startling way to open a letter. Not “apostles,” not “church planters,” not … Continue reading

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Come Close to God – And Watch the Enemy Flee

Scripture:“So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come close to God, and God will come close to you.”— James 4:7–8 (NLT) In just a few powerful sentences, James gives us a blueprint for … Continue reading

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What Do You Have in the House?

One of the most moving stories in the life of Elisha is found in 2 Kings 4, where a desperate widow comes to him for help. Her husband, a faithful servant of God, has died—and now the creditors are coming … Continue reading

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The Contract That Changed the World

The book of James begins with a striking declaration: “James, a slave of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ.” (James 1:1, NLT) James could have introduced himself in many ways: the half-brother of Jesus, a pillar in the early … Continue reading

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The Surrendered Heart: Following God Wholeheartedly

In 1 Kings 14:8, God gives this stunning description of David: “…my servant David, who obeyed My commands and followed Me with all his heart and always did whatever I wanted.” What a legacy. Not “perfect,” not “sinless,” but surrendered. … Continue reading

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Peace in the Twists and Turns of Life

Life Doesn’t Always Follow a Straight Line We all love straight roads—clear, smooth, and predictable. But life isn’t always like that. Often, our journey includes detours, delays, unexpected bends, and crooked paths we never saw coming. The writer of Ecclesiastes … Continue reading

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Act Justly, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly

“No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good,and this is what He requires of you:to act justly, to love mercy,and to walk humbly with your God.” – Micah 6:8 This verse from Micah is one of the … Continue reading

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How to Receive the Holy Spirit

On the Day of Pentecost, something remarkable happened. The Holy Spirit was poured out just as Jesus had promised. The sound of a rushing wind, tongues of fire, and the disciples speaking in other languages drew a crowd. Peter stood … Continue reading

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How God Changes Your Brain: Surprising Truths from Science and Spirituality

Have you ever wondered what happens in your brain when you pray, meditate, or worship? Is it just a feeling—or is something actually changing in your mind and body? In their groundbreaking book How God Changes Your Brain, Dr. Andrew … Continue reading

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The Death That Brings Life

“I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat is planted in the soil and dies, it remains alone. But its death will produce many new kernels—a plentiful harvest of new lives.” — John 12:24 Jesus doesn’t speak in … Continue reading

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