An Entirely New Self

Why do you need the nature of Christ within you? So you can be like Christ, not just act like Him. Only after He changes your identity and makes you a partaker of His nature will you be able to change your behavior.

Identity in ChristNeil T. AndersonJune 26, 2024Neil T. Anderson, Old Self, New SelfComment

Our Unity with Christ (Repost)

The eternal life we received at salvation was the eternal life of Christ, which included eternity past and eternity future. We are identified with every aspect of Christ’s eternal life because we are united with Him, and the eternal life we have in Christ sets us free from the power of sin and death.

Identity in ChristNeil T. AndersonJune 24, 2024Neil T. Anderson, Old Self, New SelfComment

What Does Righteousness Really Accomplish?

Have you ever considered what righteousness achieves? What it really accomplishes? Jesus said that if we hunger and thirst for righteousness, we will be filled (Matthew 5:16). The word filled means satisfied. But satisfied with what?

Daily Devotion, Spiritual WarfareDan StudtJune 21, 2024RighteousnessComment

Reclaim Surrendered Ground (Repost)

To surrender a place from which our enemy can work in our lives to oppress us is giving him the grounds to control a specific aspect of our lives. This place is surrendered ground because it rightfully belongs to the Lord Jesus Christ, our Redeemer.

Daily Devotion, Spiritual WarfareDan StudtJune 14, 2024Spiritual Warfare, Repentance, ForgivenessComment

Being Led By God

Learning to listen to God is crucial for a close relationship with Him.

Daily Devotion, Identity in ChristDan StudtJune 14, 2024Identity in Christ, SignificanceComment

Christian Growth

First John 2:12-14 describes three levels of Christian growth in relation to sin. Is it your daily goal to grow to maturity in your faith? Have you overcome the evil one?

Spiritual WarfareNeil T. AndersonJune 12, 2024Neil T. Anderson, Deceiving Spirit, New AgeComment

Dealing with the Dark World (Repost)

As Timothy warned, "deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons" are real. But as you daily embrace Christ and His truth, you will be able to recognize Satan's lies and choose the truth.

Spiritual WarfareNeil T. AndersonJune 10, 2024Neil T. Anderson, Deceiving Spirit, New AgeComment

A Person After God’s Own Heart

What was it about David that made him a man after God’s own heart? I invite you to consider David’s example today. How might the Lord be inviting you to grow in a lifestyle of repentance?

Editor's Picks, DiscipleshipSeth BroadhurstJune 7, 2024Comment

7 Perspectives on Travel for Believers (Repost)

Before you pack your bags and hit the road, take a look at seven perspectives all about travel; it truly is a gift from God to experience new cultures and soak in God’s creation. Let’s dive in!

Editor's Picks, DiscipleshipJonathan CarlJune 3, 2024Jonathan Carl, TravelComment

Blind Spots (Repost)

Are you aware of the spiritual battle going on around you? Do you ask God for His resources to fight the challenges of your life every day? Don’t only consider the visible, physical resources at your disposal. It is the Lord’s strength and resources we need to walk in freedom and victory every day.

Daily Devotion, Spiritual WarfareDan StudtMay 31, 2024Spiritual Warfare, 2 Kings, ElishaComment

The Key to Satisfaction (Repost)

Satisfaction comes from living righteously and seeking to raise the level of quality in relationships, service and products. To raise the level of satisfaction, you have to focus on raising the quality.

Setting Captives Free

We must depend on God, because He is the One who grants repentance.

Identity in ChristNeil T. AndersonMay 27, 2024Neil T. Anderson, Prayer, Elijah, Faith, AuthorityComment

When you don’t get it quite right, be humble

Humility is a necessary component of leadership because sometimes, we just don’t get it quite right.

Daily Devotion, Identity in ChristDan StudtMay 24, 2024Identity in Christ, Ministry, God's Plan, God's WillComment

The Wonderful Counselor

God is present in every ministry, and defining who is responsible for what will determine how successful we are.

Identity in ChristNeil T. AndersonMay 22, 2024Neil T. Anderson, Prayer, Elijah, Faith, AuthorityComment

The Enemies of Our Sanctification (Repost)

The power of sin is most evident when we seriously challenge it. If you aren’t encountering any opposition, you aren’t growing.

How does Perfect Love Cast Out Fear?

Perfect love is perfected in us over time as we continue to seek and understand God’s love and as we continue to peel away the layers of unhealthy practices embedded in us.

Identity in ChristMark EshelmanMay 17, 2024Comment

Praying with Authority (Repost)

Every believer has the spiritual authority to do God’s will and carry on the ministry of Christ; we do this through prayer. Praying with authority is not expressing our will to God but discerning God’s will and claiming the answer with confidence.

Identity in ChristNeil T. AndersonMay 15, 2024Neil T. Anderson, Prayer, Elijah, Faith, AuthorityComment

What the Bible Says About Emotional Health

The Bible says many things about emotional health. As we look at Psalm 55, consider your current emotional health and seek to align your emotions with God’s Word.

DiscipleshipJonathan CarlMay 13, 2024Psalm, Health, Emotions, Mental Health, Prayer, TrustComment