You’re Already in a War
There’s a lot of talk about war right now. Headlines. Social media. Fear everywhere. But as believers, we should never panic, for God is in control. What we must be is aware. Because whether you know it or not, you’re already in a war. A spiritual war. And this war affects both this life and the next. Every war is fought in battles, so here are five key battles you're engaged in every single day…
The Word Without the Spirit
The Word of God is perfect, but without the Holy Spirit, even the perfect Word can be misunderstood. Scripture isn’t just meant to be studied intellectually; it must be received spiritually. It’s not just about memorizing verses — it’s about encountering the Person behind them.
Who You Are in Secret
Your most powerful testimony isn’t seen on a stage—it’s lived in secret. When no one’s watching, who are you before God? In this blog, discover how the Holy Spirit reveals true transformation in the unseen places. Click to read and let God search your heart.
Holy Spirit: Faithful Friend
The Holy Spirit is not off in the distance; He faithfully abides. This means that you can call upon Him to empower you in even the most mundane moments of life. As a friend is there for you to call upon, so the Holy Spirit has made Himself available to you. In this week’s blog, you’ll discover how to live with a deeper awareness of His presence and how to rely on Him daily.
People of Prayer
People of prayer don’t just pray occasionally; for them, prayer is a lifestyle. They wake up praying, fall asleep praying, and they carve out time in their day to pray. They don’t surrender their time in prayer for anyone or anything. And they are marked by certain godly traits. Because they devote themselves to prayer so fully, their spiritual qualities stand out like bright lights.
Breaking Free From Bitterness
Bitterness can reveal itself it many ways: anger, cynicism, loss of joy, frustration, and a lack of patience. The good news? There is freedom available to you. The answer is simple…
How to Win in Spiritual Warfare
At least for the believer, spiritual warfare is primarily about avoiding deception. By getting you to believe lies, the enemy can affect your thinking. By affecting your thinking, the enemy can affect your emotions. By affecting your emotions, the enemy can affect your actions.
7 Marks of the Spirit-Filled
In the first year that I had come to know Jesus, I sought out spiritual mentors and studied them closely. From both men and women of God, I received information, inspiration and impartation. While learning from God’s anointed servants, I came to notice similarities in their mindsets, character traits and even demeanors. They shared certain attributes that I’ve come to call “Marks of the Spirit”.
The Crucified Life
Sure, the blessings of God abound in the life of every believer. He prospers, provides for, protects, and loves His people. God does not despise the prayer request. God does not become angry with His child’s request for a blessing. God loves to bless His children. But one thing we should all remember is this: God’s cause takes precedence over the believer’s comfort.
Holy Spirit: Everyday Excellence
The Holy Spirit is, literally, down to earth. He does not distance Himself from our practical living. He is an able Helper, not just in the matters of the supernatural, but also in the matters of the natural. He is God’s empowering presence here upon the earth. He involves Himself in our day-to-day tasks and responsibilities; He desires to help you in all that you do.
Body, Soul, Spirit: Simply Explained
I am a spirit, who has a soul, that lives in a body. You are a spirit, who has a soul, that lives in a body.
Now may the God of peace make you holy in every way, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless until our Lord Jesus Christ comes again (1 Thessalonians 5:23, NLT)
Carriers of the Glory
You don’t have to go looking for an atmosphere; you are an atmosphere. You are the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit, a habitation of Heaven, a carrier of the glory. Because you have the Holy Spirit, you don’t have to follow signs; signs follow you. You don’t have to beg for a divine encounter; you live in a divine encounter.
Holy Spirit: Heaven's Greatest Worship Leader
Therefore, true worship cannot be conjured by means of emotional posturing. Worship can’t be demanded by an ambitious song leader. Hype can’t produce it. Production can’t mimic it. Musical talent cannot cause it. Only the Holy Spirit can ignite the fire of worship in your heart. For the carnal cannot produce the spiritual. He is the one who awakens true worship within you.
Overcoming the Victim Mindset
Being victorious doesn’t mean that I don’t face difficulties. Being victorious means that even in difficulties, I continue to believe that God wins in the end. The victorious believer doesn’t allow exterior circumstances to diminish inner joy. The victorious believer doesn’t allow the actions of others to steal their peace.
Body, Soul, Spirit: Simply Explained
The Holy Spirit communicates what He knows of God with your spirit. God’s Spirit shares revelations with your spirit. God’s innermost Being shares mysteries with your innermost being. In that place of inner oneness, divine secrets are being imparted. By the Holy Spirit, every believer has this privilege of internal, eternal connection with God Himself.
Welcome the Holy Spirit
We need the Holy Spirit. Programs cannot replace power. Strategy cannot replace Spirit. Methods cannot replace miracles. We must do away with clever-sounding excuses that limit the Holy Spirit’s influence in our churches and ministries.
This is How You Know You Really Have the Holy Spirit
God has commissioned a painting. Jesus is the model. The Holy Spirit is the painter. And your life, when it is surrendered to the Holy Spirit, is the blank canvas upon which He paints the character of Christ.
7 Signs of Ungodly Ambition
Yes, the desire to be used of God is good, but you must guard your heart, lest it become contaminated with the mixture of impure motives. Here are 7 warning signs of ungodly ambition.
How to Welcome the Holy Spirit: 3 Keys
We know that we should welcome the Holy Spirit in our lives and ministries - but do we know how to welcome Him? Here are three simple keys to welcoming the Holy Spirit.
How to Never Backslide: 5 Keys
Now that word “backslide” is an interesting word, because it’s come to mean different things to different people. Arguing that Christ would never let them go, some would say that true believers would never return to their old ways - while others think it’s possible for believers to once again be ensnared by the world because of their own free will. Whatever you believe, and no matter where you stand on that question, it should be your desire to remain committed to Christ for life.