Whenever the enemy brings fear to us we must always remember 2 Timothy 1:7, “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind.” Then we must apply the power or activate the power Jesus gave us in Luke 10:19 to tread upon serpents, scorpions and over all the power of the enemy and nothing shall by any means hurt us. David said in Psalm 56:3-4, whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You – referring to God. In the Bible there are so many scriptures that assures us that God is our refuge, strength, help and everything. So why do we allow the enemy to plant doubt and fear in our mind.

Yes, it’s normal for the person who does not believe in God nor His Son Jesus. But as a born again Christian you better apply the Word like Jesus did in Luke 4 and let the enemy know that though we walk through the valley of the shadow of death we shall fear no evil because God is with us as Psalm 23:4 says; His rod and staff comforts us, which are His implanted Holy Spirit when you accept and believe in Jesus’ death, resurrection and His Word in the Bible which has documented all of His promises. Fear should never be a factor in the life of a child of God because Jesus made us more than conquerors as Romans 8:37 points out to us. It’s only when we trust God, that fear will never have dominion over us.

It’s when we look at the size of fear and not our God, who is bigger, that fear paralyzes us. When we start to think of how we are going to handle the problem we fail to give it to God  who cares for us and  is able to handle the problem as Psalm 55:22 and 1 Peter 5:7 tells us. Instead, we do the same thing He tells us not to do in Proverbs 3:5-6 and that is  lean on our own understanding instead of just trusting Him.

So as children of God when trouble, fear, heartache, pain or anything else that’s not of God comes your way instead of wishing you had wings like a dove to fly away as Psalm 55:6 says, let us renew our minds and follow and say what Psalm 55:11 suggests, “In God have I put my trust, I will not be afraid of what can man do to me?” The only person we should fear is God, who is able to destroy you completely (Luke 12:4-5; Matthew 10:28-31).

Luke 12:4-5 and Matthew 10:28-31 tells us that God knows everything, even when a sparrow falls; and we are more valuable than the sparrow. So why are we even fearful, because Psalm 91 tells us, He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High God shall abide under the shadow of the almighty and say that He is our refuge and fortress.

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All glory, honor, praise and thanks go to God for using me to deliver this message. I pray that He will give all who read this message the spiritual gifts necessary to comprehend and act upon His word. I exercise my power and authority in the name of Jesus to bind every tactic of the enemy that will try to stop, hinder, or prevent this word from reaching its intended people. I ask the Lord to loose the Holy Spirit and the Heavenly angels to secure this word so that it reaches its intended people, according to Matthew 16:19 and Luke 10:19 in the omnipotent name of Jesus, Amen.

There is a borderline between greed and contentment and many people are on the borderline. They allow covetousness, which originates from the lust of the eyes, flesh and the pride of life, to cause them to never be satisfied or contented. People who always want more than the average are not ambitious but greedy, because if your basic needs are met which is food, shelter and clothing, then anything else is luxury. If you already have a car that is in good condition and working, a house to live in that is warm and comfortable, and you never lack a meal why are you trying to get bigger and better if you can’t afford it.

Most Christians fall in the greedy category which makes them borderline Christians which Revelation 3:16 describes them as lukewarm, and warns them that they will be spit out. 1 Timothy 6:6 tells them that Godliness with contentment is great gain. Greedy folks have more to lose. But Christians should be content because the God we serve will supply all our needs according to His riches in glory through Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:19), which means there is no reason to be greedy because we are connected to the source and supplier.

Another thing is that people fail to realize that when you die, you can’t take anything with you as 1 Timothy 6:7 point out to us. So what’s the use of working and fighting to accumulate all these earthly goods that will go to someone who may not even appreciate your efforts. Our love, greed, cravings, and desires for money to get things has led many people away from God as 1 Timothy 6:7-10 informs us.

1 Timothy 6:6-19 tells us how to be and not to be when it comes to money and wealth. It was not meant to be hoarded or worshiped, but to help us and others survive. The love of God will allow you to give generously to others who are less fortunate and lack. If you can see a fellow human being lacking but you don’t help them the love of God is not in you. This is what 1 Timothy 6:17 tells us — to be rich in good works, ready to give and share with the less fortunate.

Lord, Help me to be generous in my giving.

We are imperfect people trying to be perfect in an imperfect world that is full of sin. Our only chance of perfection is through Jesus Christ. Won’t you receive Him today? Visit the salvation page at the top of this blog to learn more.

All glory, honor, praise and thanks go to God for using me to deliver this message. I pray that He will give all who read this message the spiritual gifts necessary to comprehend and act upon His word. I exercise my power and authority in the name of Jesus to bind every tactic of the enemy that will try to stop, hinder, or prevent this word from reaching its intended people. I ask the Lord to loose the Holy Spirit and the Heavenly angels to secure this word so that it reaches its intended people, according to Matthew 16:19 and Luke 10:19 in the omnipotent name of Jesus, Amen.

God knows everything about us. In Jeremiah 1:4 He tells us that He knew us before we were born. Then in Jeremiah 29:11 He tells us that He knows the thoughts He thinks towards us, thoughts of peace and not of evil – the Philippians 4:7 kind of peace that surpasses all understanding – plans to give us a future and a hope, where you will call on Him and pray to Him and find Him when you search for Him with all your heart. This proves that God knows you and everything about your past, present and future.

In Revelation 2:2, 9, 19 and others He warns us like He warned the churches; He knows our works. However, as  Christians walking and operating in righteousness He not only knows our works, but our tribulations and poverty, yet we are not poor we are rich, through Christ Jesus. And He knows the people who are fake Christians because He knows the heart and intent of people who claim to be Christians and are not, He knows their works and it is that of Satan.

God is telling us in Revelation 2:10 that we should not fear anything that will come against us that will allow us to suffer, we must remember that 2 Timothy 1:7 tells us that He did not give us a Spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind. The power we have is what Luke 10:19 says, the power to tread upon serpents, scorpions and over all the power of the enemy. In John 16:33 Jesus reminds us that it’s only in Him we will have peace, in the world we will have tribulation, but we must be cheerful because He has overcome the world and have made us more than conquerors  and nothing can separate us from the love of God (Romans 8:31-39). If God is for us who can be against us.

God knows us so we better know who we are and who we belong to. In Revelation 2 verse 10 and 11 God says we will be tried and have tribulation in ten days, but we should be faithful unto death then we will receive the crown of life. He that overcometh shall not be hurt by the second death.

Trusting in God’s faithfulness and His word to protect us and guide us, He will protect and keep us through anything and everything.

Remember no weapon formed against us can prosper and when the enemy comes God raises up a standard against him to let him know the battle is not ours it’s the Lord’s . Hebrews 13:6, Psalm 91 and many other scriptures tells us that God is our refuge, strength, and help.

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All glory, honor, praise and thanks go to God for using me to deliver this message. I pray that He will give all who read this message the spiritual gifts necessary to comprehend and act upon His word. I exercise my power and authority in the name of Jesus to bind every tactic of the enemy that will try to stop, hinder, or prevent this word from reaching its intended people. I ask the Lord to loose the Holy Spirit and the Heavenly angels to secure this word so that it reaches its intended people, according to Matthew 16:19 and Luke 10:19 in the omnipotent name of Jesus, Amen.

In Matthew 5:44 Jesus tells us to love our enemies and do good to those who despitefully use us. In 1 Thessalonians 3:12 Paul prayed that the Lord will increase and abound our love for each other and establish or make our hearts blameless in holiness before God, our Father at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. God not only wants our hearts, but all of us as Romans 12:1-2 says; to be holy and acceptable unto God. From our head to our toes we need to be pure.

When Jesus returns, He will be looking for us to be spotless as Ephesians 5:27 says, “That He might present it to Himself a glorious Church, not having spot or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish.” Remember we are the Church not the building. That’s why Ephesians 5:15-17 tells us to walk circumspectly not as fools, but as wise redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Therefore be not unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is.” And His will is what Romans 12:1-2 tells us, and that is to stay holy.

Contrary to popular belief, to remain pure and holy you have to love God above self and the things of this world to want to obey His word and His will above everything else, which will generate the right relationship with Him so that you can hear from Him. You have to be a Proverbs 3:5-6 person who trusts and acknowledges God and does not lean on their own understanding or interpretation.

1 Thessalonians 4:3-8 tells us that God did not call us to uncleanness, but in holiness. Therefore we must sanctify ourselves and abstain from sexual immorality. If you lead any of God’s children astray, watch out God is going to deal with you.

I like the saying of Annie Johnson Flint: “His love has no limit, His grace has no measure, His power no boundary known unto men; for out of His infinite riches in Jesus He giveth, and giveth and giveth again.”

The Holy Spirit helps many to stay pure if we allow Him to guide us and if we heed His instruction. Upon confessing Jesus is Lord and believing in your heart that God raised Him from the dead He will direct you. Visit the salvation page above to view and example of the salvation prayer.

All glory, honor, praise and thanks go to God for using me to deliver this message. I pray that He will give all who read this message the spiritual gifts necessary to comprehend and act upon His word. I exercise my power and authority in the name of Jesus to bind every tactic of the enemy that will try to stop, hinder, or prevent this word from reaching its intended people. I ask the Lord to loose the Holy Spirit and the Heavenly angels to secure this word so that it reaches its intended people, according to Matthew 16:19 and Luke 10:19 in the omnipotent name of Jesus, Amen.

There is a song that says, “I am not forgotten, God knows my name.” Sometimes we need a song to remind us in our night seasons and valley experiences that God promises never to leave us or forsake us. He knew us from before we were born. Therefore, it’s when we are going through the valley of the shadow of death we shall not fear any evil because He is with us and His rod and staff will comfort us. The Holy Spirit — the comforter, and His Word which is a lamp to our feet and a light unto our path.

David and Jesus both felt forsaken so they asked the Lord, “Why hast thou forsaken me?” (Psalm 22:1; Matthew 27:46; Mark 15:34) but they both knew differently. In Psalm 13 David, like most of his Psalms, felt the pressures and struggles of life, where his enemies seemed to be striving and prospering, but even though he felt forsaken and forgotten he asked God a series of questions, like most of us do from time to time, “How long will you forget me? How long will you look the other way? How long will I be in anguish?” But God doesn’t want us to ask questions, He wants us to repent of our wrongs or sins and trust Him so that He can restore us. How long you wait to do this is up to you. If you keep murmuring and complaining instead of repenting, praising and thanking then you will be forgotten; murmuring and complaining can destroy you (1 Corinthians 10:10).

David was a man after God’s own heart, he knew which buttons to press to get God’s attention in verses 5-6 in Psalm 13. He said, “I have trusted in your mercy, my heart shall rejoice in your salvation, I will sing to the Lord because He has dealt bountifully with me.” Does that sound like a man who doubts God? Not to me. Yes, he was impatient, but his hope, trust, and confidence was in God because he had experienced God’s grace, mercy, love and compassion time after time. This is why in his writings or memoirs, David didn’t depend on anyone to uplift him, He said, “I will encourage myself in the Lord.” – 1 Samuel 30:6 At another time he said, “I will lift up mine eyes to the hills from whence cometh my help? My help comes from the Lord who made heaven and earth.” – Psalm 121:1-2

When it seems like all hell is breaking loose and your back is against the wall don’t look at yourself and its weaknesses look at your God, His power and might that takes over when you are weak.

Our agony and pain, in what looks like defeat and failure, will turn to joy when we look and cry out to God, the only One who never leaves us, never forsakes us and never abandons us; even though we abandon Him.

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All glory, honor, praise and thanks go to God for using me to deliver this message. I pray that He will give all who read this message the spiritual gifts necessary to comprehend and act upon His word. I exercise my power and authority in the name of Jesus to bind every tactic of the enemy that will try to stop, hinder, or prevent this word from reaching its intended people. I ask the Lord to loose the Holy Spirit and the Heavenly angels to secure this word so that it reaches its intended people, according to Matthew 16:19 and Luke 10:19 in the omnipotent name of Jesus, Amen.

There are certain things that the Lord hates, things that are an abomination to Him. Proverbs 6:16-19 describes them as: A proud look, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that are swift in running to evil, a false witness who speaks lies and one who sows discord among brethren. If these are part of your life then the love of God is not in you. These are the things or attributes of the devil. If we read Proverbs 6:16-19 again we see that the fruits of the Spirit, which Galatians 5:22-23 describes as love, joy, longsuffering, peace, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness and self-control, are not part of the list of things the Lord hates. Anything God hates the child of God should hate also because we are made in His image and likeness. His characteristics, traits and DNA are in us and when we are washed in the blood of the Lamb our sins are washed away and we become new creatures. Therefore our old ways that Daddy (Father God) hates, becomes new and are fashioned after the things of God.

God hates those things because it’s sin. Therefore, it sends a foul odor up and kindles His wrath because He made us to be like Him, and He is loving, kind, compassionate and as Numbers 23:19 tells us He does not lie and those of us who are like Him, we hate liars.

God tells us what He hates and then advises us to keep His commandments (seen in Exodus 20) which shows how we should live in righteousness. God’s commandments place us and keeps us in the right path. Jesus came to save us through cleansing and showing us that it is possible to obey and live by the commandments.

God’s commandments are warnings to protect us and preserve us until Jesus returns. Remember we are sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise who comforts and guides us into all truth.

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All glory, honor, praise and thanks go to God for using me to deliver this message. I pray that He will give all who read this message the spiritual gifts necessary to comprehend and act upon His word. I exercise my power and authority in the name of Jesus to bind every tactic of the enemy that will try to stop, hinder, or prevent this word from reaching its intended people. I ask the Lord to loose the Holy Spirit and the Heavenly angels to secure this word so that it reaches its intended people, according to Matthew 16:19 and Luke 10:19 in the Omnipotent name of Jesus, Amen.

In Acts 15 we see that the apostle Paul assisted others before he himself became the great preacher, teacher, evangelist and apostle that he was. What I love about Paul is that wherever he preached or taught and the people received and accepted Christ, he did a follow-up to make sure that they were okay and on the right path. Paul continued in confirming and strengthening the churches through visits and letters.

As ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ we can’t take for granted that everyone is on one accord because there are so many false prophets and teachers who lure people away from God’s truth to the devils lies. Sadly, most new converts don’t drink enough milk of the Word in the early stages of their new birth to strengthen them as they grow, in order for them to be developed enough to receive the meat of the Word.

This is why the Bible encourages us in 2 Timothy 2:15 to study to show ourselves approved, a workman that need not be ashamed of God or His word and is able to divide it rightfully in the proper place revealing its truth. However, in verse 39 of Acts 15 we see a disagreement that leads to good, because it did not stop the desire and zeal of Paul, nor Barnabas in going their separate ways. Yet, when following the path of righteousness sometimes these things happen for the furtherance of the gospel, because, we may be hindering or hampering each others growth and progress. This incident between Paul and Barnabas proves that we can disagree on one thing, but agree on the truth that the Gospel must be preached regardless of our personal feelings. However, their calling was different; Barnabas was a pastor, but Paul was an apostle.

May people would say that Paul was callous and unforgiving when Mark chose to depart from them in the beginning, but Paul had the discernment of the Spirit to know that Mark was not ready to take on the task ahead until later on in 2 Timothy 4:11 when he requested him because he was seasoned in the meat of the Word. Which proves again that men look at the outward appearance, but God looks at the heart, which never lies.

Companionship is the key to success in everything because Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 tells us that two are better than one. If one falls, one will lift the other up. A true help mate lifts you up when you fall. Remember also that two cannot walk unless they agree.

Where two or three are gathered in His name He is in the midst. Matthew 18:20

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All glory, honor, praise and thanks go to God for using me to deliver this message. I pray that He will give all who read this message the spiritual gifts necessary to comprehend and act upon His word. I exercise my power and authority in the name of Jesus to bind every tactic of the enemy that will try to stop, hinder, or prevent this word from reaching its intended people. I humbly ask the Lord to loose the Holy Spirit and the Heavenly angels to secure this word so that it reaches its intended people, according to Matthew 16:19 and Luke 10:19 in the omnipotent name of Jesus, Amen.

Not every case does the son turn out to be like the father; Solomon is proof of this. Once the Lord exposed David’s sin, David was on his knees seeking forgiveness, but Solomon, who started out seeking and acknowledging God for everything, strayed when he started to hang out with the wrong people. That’s why Psalm 1 says, “Blessed is the man that walketh not in the council of the ungodly,” because if you do, sooner or later you will be like them, and as the saying goes, “Birds of a feather flock together.”

It’s amazing that after all that God has done for us and after all the love He has poured out on us, that we would love anything or anyone above Him. When things are going good most people forget where they came from and the God they served to get to their destination. Once they get to their destination they leave Him behind. But God’s first commandment in Exodus 20 has not changed and will never change, “Thou shall have no other gods before or besides Me” is what He said. Therefore, if you love women more than Him, then you broke His first commandment and the wages of sin is death or loss of everything – body, health, spirit, wealth, and daily bread. Don’t mess or play with God.

Solomon, as brilliant as he was, allowed himself to be defeated and depleted by the enemies of God; he was actually sleeping with the enemy and that exposed and crippled him. Which proves that God will have nothing to do with you if you live in sin and refuse to change. God will warn you more than once and give you a chance to repent before His anger is kindled and He acts as 1 Kings 11:9 shows us.

If people or things are going to capture your heart so much that it takes you out of the will of God, then you must avoid them. Unfortunately, we all have weaknesses, but God says when we are weak that’s when He activates His strength in us so that we become strong. Solomon allowed the wrong spirits to penetrate God’s protective mechanism and it led to his down fall. Today we have no excuse because 1 Corinthians 10:13 tells us that God always provides an escape route for us to flee. Unfortunately, Solomon, as smart as he was, did not take it. By this he lost his father’s inheritance, his and his children’s inheritance. But God was still merciful because of David’s service and dedication to God.

God knows us so much after so many experiences with His children in the past that’s why, He said, all have sinned and fall short of God’s glory.

What a sad end for a brilliant man, when God gave him a chance to end well.

Romans 8:35 – 39 tells us nothing can separate us from the love of God. So it means Solomon chose to separate himself and it cost him.

Walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise (Ephesians 5:15)

(1 Corinthians 10:12) Therefore let him who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall.

Go to the Salvation Prayer page above to read more about how you can accept Christ into your heart and into your life.

All glory, honor, praise and thanks go to God for using me to deliver this message. I pray that He will give all who read this message the spiritual gifts necessary to comprehend and act upon His word. I exercise my power and authority in the name of Jesus to bind every tactic of the enemy that will try to stop, hinder, or prevent this word from reaching its intended people. I ask the Lord to loose the Holy Spirit and the Heavenly angels to secure this word so that it reaches its intended people, according to Matthew 16:19 and Luke 10:19 in the omnipotent name of Jesus, Amen.

James 1:17 tells us that every good and perfect gift comes from our heavenly Father and He never changes His mind, like how shadows change direction. This is just a confirmation and a reminder that God does not give us anything that’s not good, because in Genesis chapter one, after God created everything He said it was good. Which tells us that anything we receive that is not good was not from Him. Which means, if that man or woman you thought was a gift from God, turned out bad, then it was not a gift from God, because His gifts are good and perfect.

Another thing we should realize from God’s original plan is that everything He created that is good, including us, was not created to hurt or harm us; nor was anything created to cause us to fear, otherwise He would not have given us dominion over them all. That is why in 2 Timothy 1:7 it says, God did not give us a spirit of fear but of power, love and a sound mind. So if Genesis 1:26 says that He gives us dominion and Matthew 16:19 and Luke 10:19 reminds of the fact that the power we lost through sin, Jesus came and gave it back to us. Once it has been restored to us it is good if we exercise it and take authority over the things that we should have had authority over a long time ago.

Therefore, we must look at why we always want the best of everything and for everything to be good and perfect. It’s because we are made in God’s image and likeness as Genesis 1:26 tells us which means we are just like our Father in heaven, we want everything to be good.

It is because of God that we have our creative ability, our architectural skills to create just by thinking, our inventive skills to invent things because God is like that and we are made in His image and likeness, so we want good things and everything we do should be good.

God created us good for us to be good – anything else is a product of the devil.

All glory, honor, praise and thanks go to God for using me to deliver this message. I pray that He will give all who read this message the spiritual gifts necessary to comprehend and act upon His word. I exercise my power and authority in the name of Jesus to bind every tactic of the enemy that will try to stop, hinder, or prevent this word from reaching its intended people. I ask the Lord to loose the Holy Spirit and the Heavenly angels to secure this word so that it reaches its intended people, according to Matthew 16:19 and Luke 10:19 in the omnipotent name of Jesus, Amen.

Sometimes the pressures of life get to us so much that we lose focus of who we are and whose we are. But in 1 Thessalonians 5:16 God tells us to rejoice at all times no matter what the situation is. There are many scriptures that tells us to rejoice, like Philippians 4:4 which says, “Rejoice in the Lord always.” In John 14:28 Jesus said, “If you love me, you would rejoice…”  Habakkuk 3:18 says no matter what, “Yet I will rejoice in the Lord. I will joy in the God of my salvation.” 1 Chronicles 16:10 says, “Let the heart of them rejoice who seek the Lord.” Psalm 5:11 says, “Let all that trust in God rejoice.” Then 1 Peter 1:8 says, “…rejoice with joy unspeakable.” All these scriptures tell us that God does not want His children to be unhappy or worried, but to rejoice.

Now to keep rejoicing means that you have to pray without ceasing. Think about it,  it’s the only way you can continue rejoicing because as Psalm 16:11 tells us,  in the presence of the Lord there is fullness of joy and at His right hand there are pleasures forevermore.  Psalm 91:1 tells us, “He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most high, shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” So to be happy you have to be in God’s presence and praying is the best way to be in His presence, because you are in a personal intimate relationship with Him. If you don’t talk to Him regularly, how do you expect Him to help you so that you can rejoice. It’s so important to remember what Ephesians 3:20 tells us, He is the only one who can do exceedingly and abundantly above all that we ask or think. And He is the only supplier of all our needs according to His riches in glory through Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:13). When you know this, believe it, because it is then you will have reasons to rejoice.

Another way to rejoice is to give God thanks in all things, 1 Thessalonians 5:18 tells us this is His will in Christ Jesus concerning us. Thanksgiving shows appreciation for what He has done already, what He is doing now and what He is going to do. Prayer, supplication and thanksgiving makes your request known to God; don’t be anxious and you will experience the peace of God which surpasses all understanding Philippians 4:6.

Lord, help us to be more thankful so that we can show an attitude of gratitude. For all who have not received Jesus you should visit the Salvation Prayer Page.

“Giving thanks always for all things to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Ephesians 5:20

“In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

– 1 Thessalonians 5:18

All glory, honor, praise and thanks go to God for using me to deliver this message. I pray that He will give all who read this message the spiritual gifts necessary to comprehend and act upon His word. I exercise my power and authority in the name of Jesus to bind every tactic of the enemy that will try to stop, hinder, or prevent this word from reaching its intended people. I ask the Lord to loose the Holy Spirit and the Heavenly angels to secure this word so that it reaches its intended people, according to Matthew 16:19 and Luke 10:19 in the omnipotent name of Jesus, Amen.