In training for better things
‘God causes everything to work together.’ Romans 8:28 NLT In training for better things-When Joseph was thrown into prison, it was hard for him to see how this road would lead to the fulfilment of his dream, but it did. That’s because God had a plan for his life. And He has one for yours too! […]
Blending two families
‘Live in peace.’ 2 Corinthians 13:11 NKJV Blending familes-The Brady Bunch was a popular television show where a mum and dad with six kids created one big happy family without conflict or rivalries. The problem is it seldom happens that way. So, if you’re planning to remarry, here are three challenges you will need God’s help […]
Hoover Manouver
WITH STEVEN BRUCE IN HIS OWN WORDS HOOVER MANOUVER There he goes again…Putting up another scripture, telling about God again and agreeing with the leaders-” Amen …Jesus is Lord!”A Giant hoover Manouver and suck up..What a guy! Psalm 1_1:2 In thre Lord I take refuge how can you say to my soul” flee as a […]
Handling temptation Christ’s way Part 2
‘When the devil had finished all this tempting, he left him until an opportune time.’ Luke 4:13 NIV Observe this: 1) Temptation comes when you’re alone without support. Just as a wolf looks for the sheep that wanders from the safety of the fold, when you neglect Christian fellowship and cut yourself off from other believers, […]
Handling temptation Christ’s way
‘For forty days he was tempted by the devil.’ Luke 4:2 NIV Here are some practical pointers from Jesus for handling temptation: 1) Your temptations are like the ones He faced. ‘Jesus understands every weakness of ours, because he was tempted in every way that we are’ (Hebrews 4:15 CEV). You say, ‘But you don’t understand how […]
Beware of an elitist attitude
‘Humble yourselves…and…he will lift you up in honour.’ 1 Peter 5:6 NLT Have you ever looked down on someone because they didn’t share or possess the advantages that you enjoy in life? Do you feel superior to others in any aspect of your life? Do you believe that being part of a particular denomination puts […]
Beware of an elitist attitude
‘It was not I but God who was working through me by his grace.’ 1 Corinthians 15:10 NLT Beware of an elitist attitude- Anytime you think less of someone because they’re not a member of your race, denomination, gender, or social group, you’re displaying an elitist attitude. Elitism is rooted in pride, and ‘God opposes […]
Beware of an elitist attitude
‘Don’t think you are better than you really are.’ Romans 12:3 NLT Paul writes: ‘Don’t think you are better than you really are. Be honest in your evaluation of yourselves, measuring yourselves by the faith God has given us. Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it […]
Don’t be self-righteous
‘Do not think of yourself more highly than you should.’ Romans 12:3 GNT Self righteous-‘Two men went to the Temple to pray. One was a Pharisee, and the other was a despised tax collector. The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed this prayer: “I thank you, God, that I am not like other people – […]
Meditate – percolate
‘The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart.’ Psalm 19:8 NKJV ‘The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple; the statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes…More to be desired are they than gold…sweeter also than honey…by them […]