It’s a fact. Jesus had numerous encounters with the devil—some more heated than others. But the temptation in the wilderness had to be one of the biggest showdowns ever. Satan thought it was acceptable to tempt Jesus and doubt His character. Two things can be said about Jesus and Lucifer ...
Read More »Are You a Modern Day Eve?
The day the devil deceived Eve in the Garden of Eden, was a day like any other. Eve didn’t wake up that morning with a plan to rebel, she went about her day like she always does. It was business as usual. She and Adam were more than likely enjoying ...
Read More »God Wants You To Know That He Loves You
I am impressed today to let someone, maybe many “someones”, know that God is not mad at you. He loves you. Yes, you. Now don’t start listing all the ways that you have fallen short. Your enemy, the devil, is attempting to distract you from the truth God wants you ...
Read More »Accomplishing God-Given Goals: Lessons From Nehemiah
I love the book of Nehemiah–always have–every reading! “Nehemiah?” you respond with raised eyebrows. Yep, Nehemiah. Why? First, thanks to my good pastor’s attention to detail and delight with God’s word, the book lays out a clear plan for accomplishing a God-given goal. Second, Sanballat and Tobiah personify the devil, ...
Read More »Who Says God Doesn’t Care?
Have you or someone you know ever criticized God for being callous and uncaring? Individuals who don’t know Him, as well as those who do, make the claims–questioning His ability and desire to rule and reign in love. God gets tagged the “damn-er” instead of the “bless-er”. Many times, a ...
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