Category Archives: kingdom of God

Some Things Must Be ‘Prayed In’ [Intercession]

Posted on September 6, 2016 by

16 “I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. 17 Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love … Continue reading →

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Psalm 23, Understood

Posted on September 5, 2016 by

Psalm 23, an annotated version: The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.– That’s relationship 2     He makes me lie down in green pastures.– That’s rest He leads me beside still waters.– That’s  refreshment 3     He restores my soul.– That’s healing … Continue reading →

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An Eternity With God, [Get Ready]

Posted on August 28, 2016 by

18″ So we don’t look at the troubles we can see now; rather, we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen. For the things we see now will soon be gone, but the things we cannot see will last … Continue reading →

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The Real Treasures, [Weaknesses]

Posted on August 21, 2016 by

As Christians often our theology tells us that mental illness, depression, and bipolar disorder have no place in the believer’s life.  So we hide, sneaking into our sessions with our therapists, and change the subject to minimize our exposure to … Continue reading →

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Tough Love: The Ragamuffin Gospel, An Excerpt

Posted on August 19, 2016 by

The Ragamuffin Gospel  by Brennan Manning Tough love is a love that won’t let go. Sometimes, it has to be ‘velvet on an iron fist’. It is caring enough not to be manipulated or controlled. The truth must be spoken— … Continue reading →

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Having a Resurrected Heart, [Brand New]

Posted on August 15, 2016 by

“You have been raised to life with Christ. Now set your heart on what is in heaven, where Christ rules at God’s right side.” Colossians 3:1, CEV Paul’s explanation is given that is meant to clarify things for us.  Perhaps … Continue reading →

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Cleaning the Stables, [Becoming Holy]

Posted on August 9, 2016 by

“But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us,not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit, … Continue reading →

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