A Spirit-Controlled Mind

‘The mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace.’ Romans 8:6 NIV The Bible says: ‘Those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires. The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and...

Thinking Of Yourself Less

‘Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.’ James 4:10 NKJV Here’s a true saying: ‘Humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.’ That doesn’t mean being a doormat for people to walk on or being spineless with...

Your ‘Euroclydon’

‘A tempestuous head wind arose, called Euroclydon.’ Acts 27:14 NKJV The ship Paul was sailing on to Rome was wrecked by a storm named Euroclydon, meaning typhoon, tempest or cyclone. Here are some valuable lessons we can learn from his experience. (1) God can make a...

Have You Consulted God About It?

‘But they did not ask the Lord.’ Joshua 9:14 CEV When you consult God before making decisions, it keeps you out of all sorts of trouble. Joshua learned this the hard way. He had just conquered Jericho, the biggest city in the Promised Land. Flushed with victory, the...

To Advance, You Must Overcome Adversity

‘In everything and in every way we show that we truly are God’s servants.’ 2 Corinthians 6:4 CEV The Christian life comes with blessings—and battles. You can’t have one without the other. Paul describes it this way: ‘In everything and in every way we show that we...