Devotionals

Superiority Complex?

Superiority Complex?

Much is said about dealing with an inferiority complex but too little about the “superiority complex” of pride, which has taken an insidious turn and is causing societal ills. The only cure is to turn from pride to humility. Prideful influences “Whose end is destruction, whose god is their appetite, …

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Applying the 7 Heavenly Virtues to Your Daily Life

Applying the 7 Heavenly Virtues to Your Daily Life

The so-called “seven deadly sins” get more attention for what we should avoid, but their opposites – virtues – are also something we should focus on developing and making a prominent part of our everyday lives. What are the 7 heavenly virtues? The 7 heavenly virtues are also sometimes referred …

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Being a Person of Faith is Not Enough

Being a Person of Faith is Not Enough

“I believe in God” or “I’m a person of faith” are common phrases, but it is a far different thing to say those words or hold such a feeling and quite another to live out a life committed to God. Here is why more is required. By faith, we are …

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Who is Most Deserving of Your Time and Interest?

Who is Most Deserving of Your Time and Interest?

Do you ever consider what people (friends, entertainers on social media, TV, music, films) you give your attention to? Jennifer Aniston recently called out people for being “famous for nothing.” How much time do you give God? Idols: You are what you pay attention to “Dear children, keep yourselves from …

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It’s Intensifying but People Won’t Admit It

It’s Intensifying but People Won’t Admit It

Smash and grab robberies, carjackings, random attacks, shootings, and mass murder… All are ramping up, intensifying. There is more than meets the eye, but people won’t admit what it really is… But the Bible already told us. A time of lawlessness “Let no one deceive you in any way. For …

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Resisting the Spirit of Fear

Resisting the Spirit of Fear

Amid perilous times fear can spread like wildfire, but the Bible reminds us God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power. Here’s how the Bible teaches to hold onto faith and resist being consumed by the spirit of fear. Is fear a spirit? “For God gave …

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Seven Types of Love According to the Bible

Seven Types of Love According to the Bible

On Valentine’s Day, we think of love, and here are seven types of love described in the Bible using Greek words as found in the New Testament. Here’s what they mean and scriptural examples. Love type #1: Agapé Agapé is a Greek word that means love or goodwill. It is also …

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