Bitterness, unforgiveness, rehearsing, remembering, ruminating about the negative things in life only drives a stake of lead into one’s soul, leeching, poisoning, bringing additional pain to you and others and colors everything in darkness. Jesus says forgive others and you will be forgiven. Forgiving others doesn’t let the ones who … Continue reading →
I gazed at the photograph of the Japanese woman in traditional dress. Her face serene, body relaxed and calm, she sat facing a well-tended garden. I envied her. How did she have such a look of tranquility? As a Christian, I know I should be peaceful. Psalm 46:10 tells us … Continue reading →
During a time of prayer, I saw myself walking, and my hands were partially see-through, only a vague outline, visible yet invisible. Since that visual, I sense I’m to continue forward releasing any (and all) expectations and not hold anything but God. I’m walking forward with hands open and down, releasing everything … Continue reading →
When God led the Israelites out of the wilderness, He granted each tribe a portion of land, an inheritance. Unfortunately much of the land was already occupied and many of the tribes allowed the squatters to remain. And the negative results remain evident today. When we make Jesus Lord of our lives and become Christ followers, we are granted an eternal inheritance, a new life. However, many Christians aren’t living unhindered lives. They aren’t walking in freedom because they haven’t evicted the squatters that remain in their minds and thoughts.
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