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God has placed dreams and desires in each of our hearts. Are you believing for something that seems to be taking a long time? Are you tempted to quit? Maybe you’ve already given up on that dream. Today is a new day—it’s time for you to get your fire back!
It may be taking a long time, but God is faithful! He promises to complete the work He began in your life. Don’t fall into the temptation to get complacent and think it’s never going to happen. Right now, whether you see it or not, God is working behind the scenes and arranging things in your favor.
When you develop an attitude of expectancy, you open the door to His miracle-working power in your life. Decide today to declare His Word and speak words of victory. Start declaring today, “My time is coming…God is working behind the scenes on my behalf…I will fulfill my destiny…I will fulfill the plan God has for my life!” As you declare and expect God to move, your faith will grow. Your hope will grow. Keep expecting and waiting for the appointed time. As you do, you’ll step into the victorious destiny God has planned for you!
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Hey guys & gals!
Some of you have asked me before about my favorite book(s), what I’m currently reading and if there’s any book that I recommend. So I’ve created a new side bar link about books I’m currently reading, books I’ve finished reading and books I recommend. If there’s a book that you recommend for me to read, please tell me. I love reading! :)
Currently reading:
- You May All Prophesy (Gifts of the Spirit) - Steve Thompson
- The Divine Mentor (Intimacy & Devotion) - Wayne Cordero
Gospel/God Centered Books:
- Crazy Love – Francis C.
- Forgotten God – Francis C.
- Ragamuffin Gospel - Brennan M.
- Cost of Discipleship - Dietrich B.
- Not a Fan - Kyle I.
- The Naked Gospel - Andrew Farley
- How to be filled with the Holy Spirit - A.W. Tozer
- When God writes your LIFE story - Eric and Leslie Ludy
Dating, Sex & Relationships:
- When God writes your LOVE story - Eric and Leslie Ludy
- Relationships - Dean Sherman
- I kissed dating goodbye - Joshua Harris
- When boy meets girl - Joshua Harris
- Dating with pure passion - Rob Eagar
- Choosing God’s best - Don Raunikar
- Sex isn’t the problem, lust is - Joshua Harris
- The Purity War (FOR GUYS) - James Cecy
Worship Leading
- Gravity and gladness - John Piper
- Worship Matters - Bob Kauflin
General/Topical books
- Mistakes leaders make - Dave Kraft
- The Essential guide to Healing - Randy Clark & Bill Johnson
- Erasing Hell - Francis C.
- Radical – David Platt
- Not for Sale (Human Trafficking)- David Batstone
- Celebration of Discipline - Richard Foster
There you go. Buy them books. Go to your nearest coffee/tea shop. Go grab a drink. Pull up a chair and enjoy a good reading. :)
Grace and Love in Christ,
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Accept that pain is a normal part of life …
A relationship break up, the death of your pet, failing an exam, being hurt by a friend. It means that you are human and not a machine – but how do you cope with the hurt and the pain?
1. Endure it. There…
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1. Stop fantasising: Those with too rosy a picture of the future tend to put less effort into reaching their goals. Instead, it’s better to be open to some things going wrong. It will help you see the obstacles - and think through beating them.
2. …
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A common question asked of clinicians is, “What’s the difference between bipolar depression (also known as manic depression) and plain old depression? It’s a simple question to answer, because depression can either be a stand-alone diagnosis, or a part of another…
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Oh Lord, You know me in and out and lovely are your thoughts about me. How great Your mercy is for me. I am thankful that You chose me, though I am so deeply unworthy; And so, with all that is within me - I will say ‘Abba Father, have Your way’. And Even when I’m walking through the valley of death, and I’m broken and nothing is left - Still, You lead me on. I am so thankful to You - In your love for me. You’re worthy Lord, and so I’ll pour my tears in the ocean, and I’ll leave my pain by the shore. And know that I can be thankful that Your mighty wave will sweep them away, until they are no more. I am thankful that when I am in fear, Lord - You hide me, You bury me deep within your wings and carry all my fears and worries, and You lift me when I am lowly. Father I am thankful, that You wrap me in your arms of safety when the battle’s raging, and with me sheltered below your wings - You’re fighting for me. Greater than all things that I could ever thank You for Lord, I am thankful that there’s freedom from my past, and there’s hope in my future. I am thankful that You are my today, You are my tomorrow, and You are my forever. Saviour, I am forever thankful, forever in love, forever Yours.
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“FOR BECAUSE HE HIMSELF HAS SUFFERED WHEN TEMPTED, HE IS ABLE TO HELP THOSE WHO ARE BEING TEMPTED.” - Hebrews 2:18
PRAISE GOD IN TEMPTATION?
Several years ago I met with a young man who had overcome a lot of sin and had been walking in victory with Jesus. In this particular meeting, though, he seemed beat up and filled with guilt. I asked him what was going on, and he said he felt defeated. Upon further discussion, he described an intense temptation that he had experienced the last several weeks. I asked him if he had acted on the temptation, and he answered, “No.” I began to smile at him, and he looked at me, quite confused. I said, “Well, praise God!” That almost made him angry. Here he was confessing his temptation, and I was telling him I was glad he was facing such a hard time. I had either lost my mind, or he and I were not connecting at all.
TEMPTATION IS NOT A SIN
And then it came out of my mouth: “Temptation is not sin. Temptation is an invitation to worship. You will either worship the enemy and do what he is tempting you to do, or you will worship Jesus and resist the temptation and obey. Either way you are worshiping.” I went on to explain that his temptation was not sin and that this was an opportunity for greater intimacy with Jesus. He began to smile and it looked like a huge weight had been lifted from his shoulders. Since that time I have strived to disciple a lot of men towards greater intimacy with Jesus by helping them have a new perspective on temptation.
Here are some things I’ve found to be helpful.
1. TEMPTATION IS NOT SIN
Jesus was tempted in all ways, yet without sin (Hebrews 4:15). If our perfect Lord was tempted, then we should find ourselves identifying with him and knowing then that our temptation is not separating us from Jesus, but uniting us with him.
2. RESIST THE DEVIL
In James 4:7, James instructs his readers to “resist the devil.” While this is not something we are to take on by ourselves, we are now free to say no to temptation if we are in Christ. The good news for us is that our passions and desires have been nailed to the cross with Christ Jesus (Galatians 5:24).
3. DRAW NEAR TO GOD
James continues in verse 8 saying that in addition to resisting the devil, we are called to “draw near to God,” which is followed by the promise, “… and he will draw near to you.” So, here we have an opportunity to be victorious over temptation and sin, and to cultivate deeper intimacy with God!
4. KNOW THE WORD
In Matthew 4 we see Jesus being tempted by Satan. With every temptation we see Jesus resist the devil and draw near to God, through his Word. He responds each time to the temptation by quoting passages from Deuteronomy. One of the greatest ways to cultivate more intimate worship is to know the Word of God. By knowing his Word, we are then able to identify temptation, resist the devil, and draw near to God by following his truth.
5. LOOK FOR THE EXIT SIGN
God will always provide you a way out. In 1 Corinthians 10:13, Paul encourages his reader by reminding them that they are not alone in their temptation, but God always provides a way of escape. Therefore, look for the exit sign that God has promised to provide and run through it.
6. RINSE AND REPEAT
There are times that we know what we are tempted to do is sin, yet we do it anyway. While we were sinners who have been saved by grace, and now are identified as saints, we still sin. John tells his readers in 1 John 1:9, “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” We mustn’t continue in sin if we fall, but we must agree with God, return to him, and trust in the accomplished work of Jesus.
THE BATTLE IS FOR FREEDOM, NOT SALVATION
Knowing and enjoying God is one of the greatest aims of worship. We do not have to separate ourselves from him in our temptation, or even our sin. Instead, we can draw near to our understanding Lord who is able to sympathize with and redeem us. Ultimately, his grace is sufficient and covers our past, present, and future sins. So, this battle is for our freedom and joy in Christ, and not a battle over our salvation. That alone has been secured in Jesus. Next time you face temptation, think of it as an invitation to worship.
Bless,
Jacinta www.hope-movement.tumblr.com
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