Category Archives: Christian

Stop Calling It Spiritual Warfare: Live From Christ’s Victory


This will take you to a whole new realm in God. Years ago, I decided not to give the evil one a place at my table. My life changed. I rarely feel the need for spiritual warfare. The less room … Continue reading →

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Principalities and Powers: Spiritual Warfare Behind U.S. Politics


The Bible uses the terms “principalities” and “powers” to describe spiritual beings or authorities that exist in the unseen realm. These entities can be both angelic and demonic, and they play significant roles in influencing the world and engaging in … Continue reading →

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The Bite That Broke Eternity: Seeing Eden With Spiritual Eyes


Today is a short post. Metaphorically, an apple with a bite missing led to Eve. Although I firmly believe it wasn’t an apple, but something far more damning. I believe it was partaking of knowledge forbidden to Adam and Eve. … Continue reading →

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Trusting God as King: Restoring Family, Faith and True Freedom


Do you remember what it was like as a child? No want, no bills, no worry, no concern about what may come your way. Your parents covered you. Your home was the kingdom. Your parents ruled. They made sure you … Continue reading →

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Before You Judge: Walking in Noetic Discernment With God


My inside screams at me lately. There are so many people out there who are proclaiming what is right and what is wrong. They are so busy telling anyone who will read or listen to them that the way others … Continue reading →

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How Satan Operates Within God’s Limits


Remember this: In the biblical book of Job, Satan does appear to require God’s permission before testing Job. God allows Satan to afflict Job, but sets limits on what he can do (Job 1–2). Jesus says something similar in Luke … Continue reading →

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The Power of Quiet Time with God


I check my stats occasionally and have noticed a small contingent of readers from China and Hong Kong. I appreciate that you read my posts for whatever reason. I don’t know if that’s good or bad, but you read. Thank … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Timing in Reaping Spiritual Fruits


Mark 4:29 – But when the grain ripens, immediately he puts in the sickle, because the harvest has come.” A good farmer/husbandman will not try to harvest a crop till it is ready. Reaping early will not be beneficial. There … Continue reading →

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Understanding Your Divine Purpose: Chosen Before Time


I follow a minister of deeper things. His name is Doug Fortune. His question for today is Did your story really begin at birth? Or were you chosen before time? My answer to that question comes from scripture. According as … Continue reading →

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Living with God’s Love: A Christian Perspective


Something occurred to me this morning. We all know God loves us unconditionally. How many of us really consider the full import of this knowledge? I see so many Christians expounding on questions concerning what we do and how God … Continue reading →

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