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We are designed to experience the supernatural, but this comes from truly knowing God personally, not just intellectually, by actively engaging with Him and walking alongside Him. God yearns for us to know Him intimately, listening to His voice, yet sometimes His silence reflects our lack of faithfulness, commitment, and earnest search for His presence. I am convinced that for the Church, both individually and corporately, to fully receive His blessing, we must submit, humble ourselves, and tirelessly seek Him. Jesus longs for us to encounter Him, embrace His love, and fully embody our identity as children of the Most High.

For a long time I have prayed for those around me, but I often found myself selectively wondering whom God truly wanted to save. However, I realized that God's plan of salvation is for *everyone* in your life, without exception, not just for those we might judge worthy. Christ died for the whole world, and our selective application of His grace is pure pride. God's compassionate touch for those who need salvation begins with us, empowered by prayer and our own experience of His forgiveness. You are a channel of light, and your hands can be the instruments God uses to touch hearts around you.

Believing in God's Word renews the mind and frees us from guilt and sin. We have a new identity in Christ and are no longer slaves to sin. However, deceptive philosophies and traditions of the world can absorb eternal truths about our liberation. We should trust in God's direction in decision-making and not our own understanding. As Christians, we are heirs to God's heavenly offspring and enjoy a privileged place in His heart.

Many people come to church with emotional burdens and depression caused by the wounds of the world, such as divorce, adultery, loss of a loved one, and abuse. God has given us his Word to understand the roots of most mental disorders and to provide an infallible remedy to eradicate them at the root. Acknowledging our sin and rebellion before God is often the beginning of a healthy self-therapy that allows the Holy Spirit to work powerfully to renew the mind. God esteems his children and wants our thoughts to be captive to his Word and obedience. Unresolved conflicts can lead to behavior disorders, and forgiveness, humility, and love of neighbor are divine solutions to repair broken relationships. Daily study of the Word, communion in prayer, and giving thanks in everything can bring peace of mind and heart. We should always seek God's advice and direction in our lives.

Problems are a normal part of life, but God's grace is sufficient to give us encouragement in the face of difficulties. The Holy Spirit can transform negative feelings and bring them to submission to Christ. The most serious problem that paralyzes the Christian is the ignorance of their own identity in Christ. We need to focus on divine perspectives rather than human problems. God has wonderful plans for His people and cares about how we feel and behave. Focusing on problems causes fear and anguish, but trusting in God's love removes all anguish and helps us deal with problems in His way.

Augustine of Hippo said that his soul has no rest until it rests in God. Christians today should also seek rest in God, trusting in his Word and speaking to him in prayer. Man without God lives a cycle of death, juggling his own passions. Christians must shed feelings of guilt and frustration by confessing their sins to God. God's rest is found in knowing him more and more. In a world without clear purposes and eternal values, Christians have Christ and should let him govern their lives. Knowing God brings confidence and peace to the heart. Christians must not conform to the world, but be transformed by renewing their minds.

The spiritual man (or woman) is one who has been born of the Spirit and is a new creation of God. However, there is also the carnal or immature Christian who struggles with establishing their own lordship instead of surrendering to the influence of the Spirit. The fruit of the Spirit is complete and given without limitations by the Spirit, but one must live in Christ and rest in Him to receive it. The Spirit empowers and imparts gifts for the edification of the church and to glorify God. It is possible to become self-controlled, meek, faithful, kind, patient, peaceful, full of joy, and full of love through submission to the Spirit's lordship and abiding in Christ. The flesh, or old nature, has already died on the cross, and if one decides to be spiritual (ruled by the Spirit), their life will change.

As Christian parents, it is important to instill eternal values in our children, such as compassion, trust in God, integrity, respect for authority, and love for God and others. However, negative parenting styles such as negligent, permissive, and controlling parenting can hinder this. Negligent parenting creates insecure children, permissive parenting leads to disobedience and rebellion, and controlling parenting sows fear and insecurity in children's hearts. Affectionate parenting, on the other hand, provides acceptance and affirmation, allowing children to feel important and prepared to assume responsibility. As parents, we should strive for responsible parenthood and instill these values in our children, so that they may one day exercise authority over their own families with love, according to God's precepts.

The victory of the believer is the ability to overcome the powers of darkness and not fall into temptation. Our victory is a result of faith and has merit only in the cross of Christ. We are not victors because we are in Christ, but because our union with him is the only guarantee of our victories. As Christians, we participate in the victories of Christ and understand that when we appropriate faith to walk alongside him, we are enabled to live a victorious life over sin, temptations, and against the fiery darts of the enemy of the cross.

As Christians, we need to learn to wait on the Lord and trust in His plans for our lives. Impatience can lead to bad decisions and despair, but waiting on God can bring us hope and blessings. David was a man after God's own heart because he knew how to wait on Him and delight in His presence. We need to surrender all areas of our being to God and trust in His salvation. God is a God of hope and wants to fill us with joy and peace through believing in Him. So, let's wait on Him and trust in His plans for our lives.

A life of prayer transforms the mind and heart, affirms faith, and materializes it, making evident the work of the Holy Spirit. When we pray, we speak to the Father in the name of the Son, and the Spirit is present. Christians who live a life of prayer are joyful, calm, pious, and loving towards their neighbor. On the other hand, Christians who frequently display anger, insufferability, and uncontrolled actions need prayer, as it is an obvious sign that they lack a prayerful life. A life of prayer renews communion with the Father and the brothers of faith, molds character, and fuses divine perspectives onto the mold of Christ's character. To pray, we must believe, and if faith does not fan prayer, it may turn into a simple speech of words. The life of prayer beautifies the face, illuminates the Christian's path, and transforms the heart.

King Saul was rejected by God because of his disobedience in sparing the kingdom of Amalek and taking spoils from them. We often justify our disobedience and focus on the spoils rather than aligning our actions with God's will. We should strive for obedience and trust God's plans, even if they seem crazy, as he knows the end of the story and the consequences in our walk with him. Let us pray for those who prioritize earthly gains and justify disobedience to the Lord. Let's live for the Lord of glory in subjection and true agape.

Rebellion is a state of nonconformity that can be for better or for worse. Man is an enemy of God due to his evil works, but Christ sought peace through his blood shed on the cross, making him our peace. The peace of God is found in Jesus and encompasses the mind, emotions, and heart. The Hebrew term for peace is SHALOM, meaning prosperity, health, security, wholeness, harmony, and salvation. The wicked cannot experience the peace of God, so it is important to present the gospel of peace to them. Satan promotes strife among nations due to men's rebellion and wickedness, but as Christians, we can be proactive in spiritual warfare and peacemakers by preaching the Word and proclaiming the Good News of salvation through Jesus.

Our relationship with God requires reverence and fear of Him. The fear of God is necessary for true communion with Him. The wisdom of the spiritual man is a gift from God based on knowledge of His Word and revelation of His son, Jesus Christ. To love wisdom in the fear of God is to recognize our smallness before His majesty and power. Christ is the wisdom of God. The wise man seeks God's advice as the only powerful opponent against free will and the machinations of the evil one. Divine wisdom proceeds from faith in Jesus and obedience, reverence, and perseverance in doing what is right in the eyes of God. The Holy Spirit is the provider of this gift. God blesses those who love His wisdom and seek His advice. Let us live as wise men and spiritual women because that is the will of God.

The great men and women of the Bible were put to the test by God. Responding like Abraham to the recognition of God's will behind the test shows a superlative degree of faith. To know if it is a test, you must be sensitive to the voice of God. God wants to see the hearts of his children by testing them and sometimes uses the painful method of humiliation. If recognized as coming from God, the test may be the answer you have been waiting for, and he wants to grant you the blessing in a special way. Passing the test is not easy, but it is worth it for the coming glory that we will have in Christ. May the Lord always accompany us in the experience of his trials, affirm and strengthen us.

Extraordinary afflictions are not always punishment for extraordinary sins, but can be tests for extraordinary graces. Jesus suffered the most extraordinary affliction to leave us infinite grace. We should approach the throne of grace to receive mercy and find grace when we need it. We are not given to provide grace, but we need to offer it to others, especially to those we would like to judge and condemn. The world is in need of grace, and it should come from our hearts, eyes, and hands. We should dress ourselves with grace and offer it to our neighbors, and when we give freely, we receive freely. Our hearts should be strengthened by grace.

Repentance is a daily exercise that requires a broken and contrite heart. We often overlook our faults and fail to seek God's forgiveness, accumulating sin like trash. However, appearing before the Lord with a repentant heart is necessary for a true relationship with Him. The sadness that comes from God produces repentance that leads to salvation, while the sadness of the world produces death. God blesses the humble and restores the contrite heart that seeks Him.

Seeking God is not just about religious practices and tasks, but about having faith and seeking Him in intimacy. It's not possible to seek God without faith. Only in Jesus can we find forgiveness and become God's people with clean hands and a pure heart. Christians must continue to seek God passionately and in every aspect of their lives. God rewards those who sincerely seek Him with faith.

Jesus is the light of the world, and as his disciples, we are called to be lights as well. Darkness resists the light, but we must continue to proclaim the message of the gospel, which is goodness, justice, and truth. Our mission is to make God's love known to those living in darkness so that they may be saved. As children of the light, we must walk as such and bring salvation to the ends of the earth.

The author meets a woman named Daynaris who has lost hope due to being bedridden in a wheelchair after a fatal accident. She is an atheist and has lost faith in God. The author shares the story of the miracles of Jesus and urges her to not give up on life and to put her hope in Christ. He reads a verse from the Bible and she reaches out to him, saying that she believes he has the hands of God. They pray and her family joins in. The story is a reminder that there are people out there who need hope and we can be a channel of blessing to them.

The gospel is the power of God, and our duty as Christians is to preach it. However, many Christians struggle with putting their passion for lost souls into action. The first dilemma of a Christian is faith and asking God what He wants from us. We are agents of hope in a postmodern society, and the gospel remains urgent despite our fears and passivity. Commitment without involvement is meaningless. It is time to get involved and saturate the world with the love and values of God's Kingdom. We must believe that the power of God in us is greater than the power in the world. The urgency of the gospel leads us to tell Jesus, "I want to go, I want to be where you are."

The gospel contains everything necessary to transform the world with the truth of Jesus Christ. However, the world is mired in its own corruption and is not interested in the message of salvation. Christians must interpret the characteristics of our time in the light of the gospel and get into the fight to cultivate human thought with the uniqueness of Jesus. The church must go beyond building places to lock ourselves in and instead get out and influence others with eternal truths. It is not about adapting the message to the culture of this time, but rather making the Christian worldview a cultural necessity for the world. We need a new era of faith in a secular culture that reinvents itself in short cycles of time. The gospel is eternal and transcends cultures and worldviews. We are called to participate in Christ's redemption.

Jesus called his followers to be the salt of the earth. Salt is a symbol of incorruption and fidelity to the Lord. Christians must practice a gospel of salt and spread it like seeds of hope, even though it may have risks. We must flavor and preserve the world, infiltrating the tasteless flavors of the world's cake to try to improve its taste. If we are not the salt of Jesus' refinery, we will become more and more like the world that we intend to influence with the gospel. Christianity is new flavor, it is new life. Christians must impact people by provoking in them the desire to follow Christ and instilling in them with sincere devotion the practice of a life of love, mercy, and justice according to the word of God. We must start practicing being the salt of the earth in our homes, our first ministry.

To make the gospel more effective, we need to live it out fully, not just theologize it in theory. The gospel becomes supernatural when it is incarnated in our daily lives. We need to have a living faith in Christ that is reflected in our actions and relationships. The concise gospel is not about clerical structures or human ministries, but about the simple conviction that God loves us and expects us to love others. Theology should be tailored to our spiritual needs and centered on Christ. Christianity should be seen as a better way to live, renewing and encouraging us with purpose and joy. Let us reflect the image of Christ in our lives.

The passion of Jesus on the cross is the outpouring of the power and wisdom of God. The gospel of the cross cannot be understood by human reason, but by the revelation of the Spirit. Celebrating the passion of Jesus is celebrating life, as his death gave us the death of our corrupt nature and his resurrection made us born again. The gospel of the cross has not stopped announcing itself and is still looking for "madmen" who preach their madness, who understand the value of the cross. The challenge is to look to heaven so that our message loses its fragile humanity and Christ remains the irreplaceable word of the cross.

Keeping God's word means obeying it intentionally and practically, not just treasuring it. Joshua's emphasis on obeying God's word led to the fulfillment of God's promises for his people. Sanctification is a necessary process for the Christian, and a holy nation separated for God is aware of this urgency. God's providence always favors his people, and serving the Lord brings joy and peace. Our true hope is in Jesus Christ, who is the same yesterday, today, and forever.

A united people are difficult to defeat. The church is governed by values of the Kingdom and Christ, which must be translated into love for God, fidelity to his word and love for one another. In the story of the conquest of the promised land, the qualities of the people that God began to raise up as a chosen nation are inspiration for today's Christian. Good intentions can be overridden by over-emotionalism, as seen in the Israelites who erected an alternate altar without consulting the Lord. Conflicts arise in the church because forgiveness and mercy are lacking, and misunderstandings abound when only gossip is heeded. The Lord Jesus Christ wants a united church, whose members hold high the doctrine of forgiveness and godliness, the practice of fellowship and brotherhood. For the world to believe, we must be united, unanimous in feeling, upright in walking, willing to give the best of each one of us to the Lord of the church. Despite the storms, gossip, misunderstandings, and the fragility of the weak in faith, the Lord wants the unity of his people at all costs.

The Levites were the tribe of Levi, who were destined to serve the Lord in various functions, including carrying the pieces of the tabernacle, moving the Ark of the Covenant, and practicing the priesthood. They were also responsible for recording and maintaining the historical memory of relevant events, teaching, and advising the people of God. While they were the last to receive lands and cities, they were the first to guide the people according to God's will. Today, as members of the church, we all have some Levites in the body of Christ, and we have inherited the attributes that were previously only imputed to Israel. The church has a mission that transcends cultures, nations, and ethnicities, and it has an educational function of global reach, even if the world denies it. By his obedience and faithfulness, Joshua was able to experience the rest that God granted to his people after the Levites received the cities and lands of the divided inheritance. Christians today have reached the promise of his rest and cherish faith and hope in all the promises of God.

The church is meant to be a place of refuge for sinners who seek God's grace through faith in Jesus Christ. Just as God commanded Joshua to establish cities of refuge for murderers, the church becomes a city of refuge when Jesus is the center of all that it does and envisions. However, there are some who come to the church looking for refuge for convenience or to acquire a new identity, rather than for Christ. The difference between the cities of refuge established by Joshua and the Church of the Savior of the World is that in the latter, even murderers who are found guilty in the world can be forgiven and find salvation through the grace of Jesus. The church must also be a refuge for good soldiers of Christ who may fall in spiritual warfare, providing love and grace for the wounded who seek comfort and help.

The church is like Gilgal, a place of the supernatural where God works miracles. The New Testament tells the story of the Church, which is the body of believers in Christ. The Church is not perfect, but God still loves and believes in it. We need to focus on Christ as Lord of the Church and not on our own ego. Despite its imperfections, the Church points to eternity where believers will have a home.

The church sometimes becomes too focused on claiming God's promises and forgets to act and grow. Claiming promises can be like telling God he's doing things wrong. We should trust in God's grace and exercise control to mature in our Christian life. Like the tribes of Joseph, we often complain about not having enough and search for more blessings, but we should focus on being content with what God has provided and work to expand our territories. The church needs challenges, goals, and visions from God to avoid selfish complaints and claims. We should stay humble and avoid ostentation, putting our hope only in Christ. Thanksgiving is the greatest antidote to blurring ourselves and focusing on God's majesty.

The story of Joshua and Caleb is worth remembering by the church of God. They were leaders of integrity and faith who believed in God's promises for his people, even when others doubted. They were the only ones from their generation to enter the promised land because they trusted in God's provision and promises. Today's conquests require sacrifices and struggles, and we must follow leaders who show a true calling to be spiritual guides for God's people. We must also recognize that leaders are fragile and stay away from sin. God bless the church of Christ.

Caleb, a faithful follower of God, asked Joshua for the inheritance that God had promised him 45 years ago. Despite his age, Caleb was willing to conquer the mountains of Hebron, a land of giants and walled cities, to fulfill God's promise. The church, as an heir to God's promises, must also possess them and not be passive. Attitude and character in Christ make dreams endure and inspire new opportunities to serve the Lord. Caleb's example of loyalty, integrity, and perseverance serves as an inspiration for Christians to ask God for their mountain and conquer it with His help.

God's promises should motivate us to continue living in hope, but we need to have faith and trust in God's timing and plans. Even when leaders grow old and are unable to continue leading, the work of the Kingdom continues under the direction of the Lord. We must continue to obey, be loyal, humble, consecrated, sacrificial, and loving towards others. God will fulfill his promises, and we are simply servants and ministers in his work. We have already achieved some goals in Christ, but we must keep dyeing the sky with hope and trust that others will take on our responsibilities and continue the work of advancing the Kingdom.

Joshua was a man of prayer and trusted in God's promises. He knew that his victories were not a result of his leadership but of depending on the power of God. Joshua prayed confidently in the midst of combat, and God answered his prayer by making the sun and moon stand still. The church that prays and leaders who pray for the supernatural and extraordinary with humility and faith receive God-sized answers. The key is to put Jesus at the center, cry out for God's will, and trust in his power to do the impossible. Each day in Christ is a new opportunity to glorify God and worship Him in the midst of our battles.

The church must be cautious about making alliances that may harm its mission. Discernment is crucial, and seeking God's counsel is essential. The Gibeonites in the Bible were deceptive and harmful, and today's Gibeonites may bring false doctrines disguised as religion. We should not establish alliances with those who take advantage of the church for personal gain. Seeking God's counsel will free us from meaningless compromises and fleeting alliances.

The story of Joshua teaches us that when we return to God's plans, we find safety and solid ground. We must remember that God's promises come with sacrifices, consecration, holiness, and obedience. The church must also remember that its plans should come from God's vision and be based on keeping His word. We may face tests and trials, but refocusing on God's word and obeying His commands will lead us to victory. We must always remember to praise and appreciate God after victories and make His word the foundation and Jesus the center of our spiritual journey.

The victory over Jericho filled Joshua with fame and glory, but he was misguided in his decision to send only 3,000 men to conquer Ai, resulting in a humiliating defeat. The sin of one man, Achan, affected the entire community of faith and violated the covenant. The sin of individuals within the church today can have serious consequences for the community, and the Lord does not walk with half measures when it comes to sin. However, there is always hope, and the Lord invites us to consecration, to purity, and to confess our sins for his cleansing. The heart of the problem for God's people today is not to forget that Jesus must be at the center of everything.

God's methods and strategies are infallible and cannot be understood by human understanding. The city of Jericho was conquered by Joshua by following God's instructions to the letter. The city was given over to depravity and disobedience, but a remnant was saved, including Rahab who became part of Jesus' genealogy. Sin has dire consequences, but God never tires of calling us to repentance and salvation. Christ established his church to be an instrument of salvation and to work where he is working. We should blow the Shofar, the trumpet, and praise the Lord to see the walls of iniquity fall.

The book of Joshua symbolizes the conquest and advancement of God's people towards his promises. A new generation of Christians must rise up and be consecrated to fulfill what the previous generation failed to do. Sin is like Jericho blocking the way, but when the church walks in the fear of God, he conquers for us. We need to renew our minds, spirits, and bodies and consecrate ourselves to God's will. In the fear of God, we will be blessed and achieve victory.

In Joshua 4, God instructs Joshua to choose 12 men to extract stones from the Jordan River and build an altar as a reminder of God's miracles and wonders. This serves as a lesson for us to remember God's blessings and answered prayers in our lives. The stones also symbolize Jesus as the stone of remembrance for God's plan of salvation. We should also create our own "Gilgal" or monument to remember and share our testimony of Christ's redemptive work with future generations.

God's grace will always reach us, even in difficult circumstances. Obedience to God's will is crucial, and His presence is the greatest manifestation of His grace. Joshua trusted in God's promise to lead him through the conquest of Jericho, and obedience paved the way for God to miraculously manifest Himself in their lives. Today's Christians should also put God before everything they do, obey without hesitation, and have confidence that if He is with us, there is no obstacle that can stop the advance of His Kingdom. God's grace demands holiness and obedience, but He always delivers on His promises.

Joshua was a visionary leader who trusted in God's promise of salvation. He was a strategic-minded leader who explored the context and turned threats into opportunities to achieve God's purposes. The church needs leaders like Joshua who can prepare the people to face the challenges of the Kingdom of God. Missionaries are like spies who glorify God with their reports of faith and hope. The church must be prudent and discreet in accomplishing God's purposes. When we live the word of God in the body of Christ, we can safely break down obstacles and make reality God's plans for His church and children.

Joshua was commissioned by God to continue Moses' plan and was promised victory if he obeyed God's Word. The church also needs to obey God's Word and cross their Jordan, renouncing false doctrines and humanism. The church must strive for the conquest of lost souls and the advancement of the Kingdom. The success of the church depends on obedience to God's Word and His presence guarantees victory.

God is the reason for the positive changes happening in Cuba. His people have been praying for years and continue to do so, resulting in a new dawn of hope and a growing presence of Christianity on the island. Cuban Christian missionaries are also spreading the gospel around the world. This is a gift of God's grace and a result of the humility and faith of his people. We should thank God for this and continue to pray for a Cuba of Christ.

God calls us in various ways, but we often miss the opportunities to answer him. We reinvent ourselves and seek useless allies, building altars to our egocentric desires. However, God stopped and called us on the first Christmas, bringing the solution to fix what seemed impossible. He became incarnate in the presence of Jesus, who inaugurated the era of redemption. If we feel God calling us, we should answer him and extend our gratitude.

True wisdom comes from God and his word is the light for our way, truth to overthrow falsehood, justice to abate inequity, and law for eternal life. The Word of God is enduring and eternal, and it invites us to know God more and more. Psalm 119 invites us to meditate on God's Word and incorporate it into our lives. Happy is the one who meditates and delights in the Word of God as a way of life and can walk confidently in his ways. The Word of God is a great instruction and should be treasured for every occasion. We should allow the word of Christ to dwell in abundance in us and teach and admonish one another with it.

Hezekiah faced a siege by the Assyrian army, but he prayed to God and trusted in His power. God delivered the people from their enemies. Christians may also face spiritual battles, but they should trust in God and His promises of restoration. We should not rely on our own strength, but on the supernatural provision of God through Jesus Christ. Turning to God in times of weakness brings joy and peace.

Christmas is a divine appointment with God, but many ignore it. God prepares for this meeting by providing grace to clothe us with dignity and shed the rags of sin. It's not about appearances, but about our soul and spirit. Delicacies in life are meaningless without Jesus. Many biblical figures eagerly attended God's appointment, and we should too. We should sit down with God and listen to him, as in his presence there is fullness of joy and delights forever. Happy Holidays!

Jesus invites us to get into his boat and go to the other side, even if it can be difficult. It's a boat of grace that can lead us through calm or stormy seas. We should have faith and obey his commands. Christmas is one of those boats that Christ invites us to get on, to restore broken relationships and embrace love. We should fear nothing because Jesus is the builder of the boat and the other side is the side of Jesus. Jesus came into the world to do better.

The Christian life is a relational experience centered around Jesus. Despite the escalation of anger and lack of peace in the world, the purpose of Jesus' birth was to make himself known and offer love, forgiveness, and relief. Another Christmas brings hope for reconciliations and blessings for those who embrace faith. God wants to embrace and lead the lost to contemplate the manger in Bethlehem. Christ is Christmas, and the star of Bethlehem continues to shine, guiding us to the trough of hope where Christ extends his loving arms.

The true temple of God is not a physical building, but rather the human heart, where Jesus Christ resides. This Christmas, let us renew our commitment to God and seek his presence in our lives. We are Zion, God's people, and we should strive to be better for others, to feel the mercies of God with us, and to seek his anointing. Let us not forget that we are his temple and that he is always with us.

Arlis, an 82-year-old missionary and evangelist, still travels hundreds of miles to preach the gospel without needing the help of the Bible. Her testimony is powerful and leaves an indelible mark on the heart. The article calls for more workers in the harvest and references the need for Elijahs of Mount Carmel and Daniels of the fiery furnace in today's world. The writer is inspired by Arlis and quotes Isaiah 40:31.

The author reflects on a slogan from his youth and how it led to empty promises and broken dreams. He encounters an old friend who initially rejects his offer of hope, but later reaches out for help when his life falls apart. The author encourages readers to reach out to those who may seem successful but are actually empty inside, and to offer them the hope of Christ.

The author met Yadira, a physically disabled girl, and shared the Gospel with her. She accepted Jesus and her life was transformed. The author encourages readers to share the Gospel with those around them and not be afraid to be a missionary for God. God can use anyone to reach the lost, but it requires obedience and courage.

The article talks about the importance of sharing the Gospel with people who do not know Christ, as there are many religious people who do not have a personal relationship with Jesus. The author's brother asks people if they know Jesus, and if they have a personal relationship with Him. The article emphasizes that religion without Christ is like opium, and that true salvation comes through a personal relationship with Jesus. The article ends with a prayer of gratitude and a renewed strength to share the Gospel.

In these times, many people are not committed to the transcendent unless they can see clear benefits. Everything seems ephemeral and people do not want ties that marginalize them from their selfish desires. The noble soul of man and woman who follow Christ mourns every day because true convictions and values seem to have died. However, we can collaborate with God to transform the world. Without God at the center of all things, man's recipes to improve the world remain lacking.

Faith, fidelity, is lacking. If we faint as Christians before the advance of the secularization of society, we fall into a litany with no "à la carte" answers. To make a good contribution, we must also oppose garland theology and verbiage, and embrace faith in terms of loyalty and steadfastness in what we do and who we are.

Sin is real and leads to death and separation from God. The belief that man is essentially good and does not need to repent is contrary to the Bible. Everyone is born a sinner, but God has provided a way for forgiveness and salvation through faith in Christ. Christians must continue to fight against the desires of the flesh and choose to walk in the Spirit. Confession and repentance bring restoration and forgiveness from God. Psalm 51 is an instruction manual for believers who have been overcome by sin. Through God's mercy and the blood of Christ, we can be reconciled with the Father and feel the joy of salvation.

The Ebola virus is a result of human transgression and indifference towards others. Only God can alleviate the evil caused by such plagues. Love can bring down Ebola, and the world could be better with Christ. Psalm 91 provides hope and comfort to those who trust in God's protection and salvation. Let us pray for God's mercy and intervention to end the Ebola epidemic.

We must constantly evaluate the direction of our lives and prayerfully redirect ourselves towards God. We often attribute power to things other than God and must recognize and crumble our own golden calves. Pharaoh will continue to tempt us with promises of easy profit, but we must trust in Jesus as the only way and direction. We must be wary of false prophets and practices that go against God's word. Trust in God and flee from the temptation to rely on anything else.

Your life depends on your relationship with God. Christ gives you a new identity and erases your past mistakes. Living in the present, Christians must show that their past was a loss and that their success resides in their new identity as a child of God. Knowing Christ gives life and eternal life. As a vessel molded by God, remain in Him and don't let the enemy pigeonhole you. Nothing and no one can separate you from God's love.

Spiritual blindness requires recognition, courage, and humility. Unbelief is darkness, and the only cure is faith. Jesus is the light that can illuminate spiritual eyes and give sight to the blind. Those who reject the light will be blinded by their vanity, while those who accept it will walk as children of light. Only Christ can be the source of light, and we must collaborate with Him in breaking down the sin of unbelief.

As Christians, we often struggle with doing good and feeling guilty when we fail. This is because our spirit and flesh are in constant competition. Our soul receives information from the world and from God, and our behavior is affected by what we choose to believe. We can choose to obey God and live a spiritual life, even though we live in a body that is exposed to sin. We should command our soul to be governed by the word of God and live in the Spirit. Christ has freed us from our mortal body, and we should live by faith in Him.

Christ is not a promise, but the fulfillment of the promise. To be in Christ is to inherit His promises. Instead of relying on Christ, we often carry our own burdens and try to solve them on our own. Religion demands promises, but our relationship with God should be based on trust and faithfulness. We must believe that Christ's yoke is easy and His burden is light, and we can deposit all our burdens in Him. We should keep ourselves in the love of God and eagerly await the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ for eternal life. We can find rest in Him and meditate on the promise that He will never leave us or abandon us.

The Bible often compares affliction and pain to the pain of childbirth. The world is going through bitter and confusing times, with labor pains in many hearts and the earth crying. We don't know what kind of misery lies ahead, but everything seems to indicate that it will not be a blessing. There are new plagues looming over the people of God and Christianity continues to add martyrs to the faith. We need to pray and be pious, fraternal, and in solidarity. We need to strive for love, unity, and prayer. We cannot let labor pains cloud our minds and must fervently pray as if all the pains and afflictions of the world depended on our humble cry.

As Christians, we must base our self-worth on our identity in Christ, not on humanistic ideas of self-esteem. Our self-image should be rooted in the fact that we are made in God's image and likeness, and that we are beloved, accepted, redeemed, blessed, chosen, adopted, and forgiven children of God. Humanistic self-esteem focuses on what we think of ourselves, while Christian identity focuses on what God thinks of us. Self-esteem promotes pride and self-sufficiency, while identity in Christ leads us to put our ego aside and live for Christ. Self-esteem tries to deify man and promote that God is not needed, while identity in Christ reaffirms us as children of God. We must know who we are in Christ to walk with Him and avoid the identity crisis that many churches are experiencing.

To truly have Christ in our hearts, we must die to our old ways and selfish desires. We cannot have both the flesh and the Spirit ruling in us. Only when we die to our old selves can Christ live in us and transform us. This death is necessary for the resurrection of new life in Christ. As believers, we are partakers of God's nature but must not boast, as it is only through the death of our old selves that we can receive such a privilege. We must continue to fight the battle of faith, even when faced with obstacles.

The author argues against evolutionists and highlights the biblical fact of God creating man on September 25, which corresponds to the Hebrew New Year. The author also emphasizes the pre-existence of Christ and how it disproves evolutionists' theories. The article encourages Christians to give glory to God and acknowledges that the Bible talks about Jesus and his role in the plan of salvation. The author concludes by imagining God chiseling our faces and drawing our smiles during the creation of man.

The church needs more humble ministers who are willing to serve and obey God's will. Humility is not just a Christian trait and it is inconceivable for a Christian to be arrogant and proud. Some people practice humility only for recognition and admiration, but true humility requires renunciation, self-denial, and sacrifice for others. Altruism is essential for Christians and their behavior and attitudes towards others define their values and personal testimony. The example of Christ in his humility and exaltation is a pillar of Christian life for faithful stewards who wish to glorify God through their ministry.

The Ministry of Intercession, La Higuera, met in Havana for a special day of prayer, dance, and praise to honor God. An invitation was also extended to Christians, Jews, and Arabs in Cuba to come together to pray for lasting peace and good human coexistence between Israel and Palestine. The unity and unanimity of the church of Christ are essential for God's restoration plans for Zion, and their prayer for this counts.

God chose Israel as a nation to bless the world and Christians are the branches grafted onto the olive tree of God. Jesus added to the Shema, commanding to love God and love one's neighbor. It is important for Christians to intercede for peace in Israel and Jerusalem without prejudice. Israel has not lost all blessing and God's plan for them is irrevocable. The Shema brings new winds of God's mercy for Jews and Gentiles. The promise of the Most High to the patriarch still stands.

God builds doors without locks or doorknobs, and gave us Jesus as the master key to navigate through life's closed doors. Jesus is the exclusive door and way to God, and those who try to enter through other ways are thieves and robbers. Jesus is the carpenter who modeled God's doors, and through Him, we can enter for salvation and exit for redemption and blessing. Don't try to lock the door that God is opening in front of you, but invite Him into your life and accept His friendship. He is calling you to return home.

The history of Cacique Hatuey, the first rebel against Spanish domination in Cuba, is relevant today as people judge Christians not by their piety but by their actions. The church's role is to witness, not conquer souls. Christians should focus on living a life of love, faithfulness, grace, and peace to show others the true face of Jesus.

As Christians, we should not be anxious about the future but instead trust in God's provision. Jesus calls us to seek first his Kingdom and his justice, which is based on love and integration of the human community. The justice of God is revealed through faith in Jesus Christ and leads to peace. We should not worry because God cares for us and his love is the sign of his Kingdom and justice.

The act of Christ washing the feet of his disciples is a powerful example of humility and service that leaders should emulate. It demonstrates the importance of serving others with true joy and Christian devotion, without expecting anything in return. We all wear a cloak of pride, false modesty, or hypocrisy that prevents us from serving others with sincerity. However, imitating Christ in service requires total surrender and burying all bitterness of the heart. The Lord gives us opportunities every day to discover areas in our Christian life where we can serve others, and we need wisdom from on high to do so. Let us imitate the example of our Savior and serve others with humility and love.

The gospel of grace is important for both unbelievers and believers. Christian character is demonstrated through integrity and convictions, lived out by the power of the Holy Spirit. The Bible is our code of ethics and compass for our journey towards Christlikeness. Jesus is our role model in the moral order and we should strive to follow his example. Holiness encompasses our relationship with God and others. We should humble ourselves, love our neighbors, and grow in aspects of Jesus' character with the help of the Spirit. Let us look to Jesus to live lives that please God and glorify Him.

The lack of unity among Christians is a reason why the world resists believing in Christ. We need to focus on Christ and His redemptive work, leaving behind differences and simplicities. Christ prayed for our unity, and it is a testimony of credibility for the world. We are the majority when we walk with Christ, and nothing can prevail against us.

The Christian should not be surprised if the world hates them, as they are not of the world but have been sent into it to fulfill a mission. When the Bible speaks of the world, it refers to the spiritual forces that operate in individuals to move them away from God's will. The Christian must interact and fight with the weapons of the Spirit. Our citizenship is in heaven, and we have been separated for God by His grace. We must reject the forces opposed to the kingdom of God and yet love people as God loves them. Our challenge is to influence the world with the Word of God and imitate Christ, who promised to be with us always.

Jesus Christ, the divine Son of God, prayed to the Father in his human form during his earthly life, with a deep reverence and submission. His prayer in John 17 is a hymn cried out by the incarnate God, and it is the only recorded prayer of Jesus Christ in the days of his flesh. In this prayer, Jesus asks the Father to keep us in his name, to protect us and guard us with zeal, and to unite us as one body of Christ, so that we can be a diligent avenue of blessing for others. He also urges us to serve for the benefit of others, seek spiritual unity, and be salt and light in a world of darkness. Jesus sends us into the world to spread the message of redemption and eternal life, just as he was sent by the Father to establish an order and incarnate the true and only God. Finally, Jesus prays for us to be with him where he is, to see his glory, and to glorify the Father. As Christians, we should imitate Christ in prayer, edify each other, support each other, and show the world the love for which he gave himself.

Christianity is relevant in postmodern times as it offers a message of faith and hope in Christ for every creature. However, there is a danger of a conformist Christianity that focuses on behavior rather than transformation by the grace of God. The only way to transform society is by bringing people to the feet of Christ and preaching the gospel of the Kingdom. Christians should imitate Christ in spreading the fragrant aroma of the gospel to the lost, as we are anointed by the Spirit for this purpose. Christianity is relevant on its own, but it is up to us to proclaim the glorious gospel just like Christ.

The Bible repeatedly emphasizes the importance of humility, and Jesus himself exemplified this characteristic. The world is often characterized by pride and arrogance, but Christians are called to imitate Christ's humility. The story of Miguel, a humble and selfless man, serves as an inspiring example of what it means to walk humbly with God. True humility involves obedience to God and a willingness to sacrifice one's own interests for the benefit of others. Despite the challenges that may arise from living a humble life, the rewards of humility are great, including wealth, honor, and life.

The Christ that came to Latin America from Europe was a sad and graceless Christ, only inspiring compassion and pity. We need to imitate the living Christ, the Redeemer who gives new life, forgives sins and sorrows, and brings peace. Christ has given us an identity, and to know Him is to know who we are called to imitate. Paul urged us to imitate him as he imitated Christ. Today, many people claim to follow Christ, but how many try to imitate him? Only Christ is worthy of imitation, and we have been called to imitate him. God bless us on this spiritual journey.

To feed God's people, we must do it with love and not obligation. The shepherd must be an example and a watchman, and show mercy to those who have fallen. Feeding also means instructing for communion, praising God, and helping the flock put on the armor of God. We must leave behind pride and clothe ourselves with humility. Jesus came to seek and save the lost, and our love for Him must manifest in pasturing His flock. When He asks us if we love Him, we should say yes and be willing to feed His sheep.

Peter's commission to the church is not just for leaders, but for the entire community of faithful in Christ. Pastoring means feeding, guiding, and caring for the body of Christ. The Word of God is our food, and we can all feed others with it. We should guide those who are weaker or have fallen, and protect them from false doctrines. The church needs shepherds, and we are all called to be one.

To bear fruit as a Christian, we must live a life consistent with God's standards and submit to the authority and control of the Holy Spirit. Bearing fruit means multiplying ourselves into another disciple of Christ by testifying to others of his love and life, inviting them to accept Jesus by faith. The Holy Spirit produces the fruit that brings harmony, power, holiness, and splendor to our Christian lives. We must focus on the mission of making disciples and proclaiming the good news of salvation. We have the power of the trinitarian anointing to live a life of testimony.

The passage from 2 Timothy 4:2-5 is a commission from the Apostle Paul for Christians today and for centuries to come. It is a charge to preach the word, correct and rebuke when necessary, and encourage with great patience. The reasons for this commission are current, as many people today turn to myths and false teachings. Christians should be prudent, bear suffering, and dedicate themselves to evangelization. This commission is not limited to proclaiming the gospel in words but also in action. The author prays that this commission will be a reality in every church and servant who decides to fulfill it.

The author reflects on a visit to a small seaside town and the local church's evangelistic strategy of using a sign that reads "Sinners accepted." The pastor explains that this is an opportunity to explain the condition of those without God's presence in their lives and to invite them to repent and receive the Lord. The author emphasizes the importance of constantly renewing the church to be effective witnesses while not compromising the message of salvation. The author encourages readers to put a sign in their hearts that reads "Sinners wanted" and to fish for men of any condition and circumstance. The goal is to call, invite, and persuade others to believe, motivated by love for God and others.

God stopped the sun in answer to Joshua's prayer to show His sovereignty and power. Our faith is the supernatural substance that mobilizes God to do the impossible. Many times, God stops us to remind us that His plans are perfect and we must trust in His control. Like how God stopped the sun to ensure victory for Israel, He can stop in our lives to give us enough light that leads to victory. Our victory comes from Christ, who is the light of the world, and we can ask Him to stop in us and give us His light.

God has sealed us with his Spirit, guaranteeing our inheritance in Christ. We often focus on what we lack instead of realizing we are already complete in Christ. The spiritual seal speaks of our belonging to Christ and our inheritance. It is also a symbol of legitimacy and authority. As children of God, we must show the seal of God in our daily lives and be transparent in our spirituality to impact others. We are sealed by God with his Spirit, a reason for joy and commitment, and a principle of gratitude for who we are in Christ.

Being chosen by God is a privilege and a reason for celebration. We are chosen in Christ from before the foundation of the world, and our response should be gratitude and a redeemed life that yearns for the glory of God. Paul, who was once a sinner who persecuted the church, was also chosen by God and called by His grace. The fullness of life in Christ breaks down excesses and builds the walls of holiness. We are blessed to be chosen and to dwell in the house of the Lord.

The first blessing from God after being saved is being accepted in Christ through faith, not good works. Our works are a consequence of faith and the Spirit we receive in the new birth. We cannot earn God's acceptance, it is granted by his grace and love in Jesus Christ. The world accepts us for what we do, but Christ accepts us as we are and transforms us through his love. We are accepted in Christ, not by our own efforts, but by what he suffered on the cross for us. We should be grateful and live the gospel to share the love of Christ.

The key to experiencing joy and happiness is to know and love God. We cannot truly love others as the Master wants us to without first discovering His love. The church's failure to practice the love of God is one of its most notable problems. We must learn to give the love we have received from God and intercede for the Spirit to work in others. Our strength and joy come from God's love, and we must share it with others.

A new wave of false apostles and administrators of grace has emerged, seeking adoration and recognition among innocent and humble believers. Paul was an Apostle because of God's will, and an apostle is someone sent with authority to act on behalf of the one who sent them. All believers are called to the apostolate of spreading the gospel, but some falsely claim to be apostles for their own glory. The church must not be silent in the face of these abuses and must preach the true message of Christ, who blessed the poor in spirit and exposed the hypocrisy of false interpreters of the law. We are called to make disciples of Christ, not ourselves, and have been given the authority to tear down strongholds for the glory of God.

Christ is the ultimate model and example for us to follow. No other human can compare to His relationship with the Lord and His impeccable life. The church has seen both the manifestation of God's blessings and the falsification of His Word throughout history. We are declared saints through our belief in Jesus as our Savior, and no one should usurp God's exclusive right to be worshipped. The apostle Paul suggested imitating him, but only as he imitated Christ. Jesus claimed to imitate the Father, and we should put our eyes on Him alone to shape our lives. Believing in Jesus makes us holy, set apart to give Him honor and glory. Living a full life comes from this conviction, not from poeticizing the gospel.

The author reflects on growing up in Cuba during the 60s, a time of romanticism and rebellion against religion. They describe how submitting to God was seen as humiliation and degradation, and how the concept of God was almost non-existent in their society. However, in the 90s, there was a rediscovery of faith in Cuba and the author came to understand why the gospel is madness for those who are lost and the power of God for those who seek His face. They end by giving glory to God and asking for His blessings.

The author was an intellectual believer in invisible deities and did not see the need for Christ in his life. However, through a series of crises and the persistent message of Christian messengers, he began to read the Bible and realized the true face of his sins and rebellion. He repented and surrendered to Christ, experiencing a complete restoration of everything he had lost. The author encourages readers to come to Christ for freedom and love, without waiting for crises to humble themselves.

We have received grace from God through Jesus Christ, but many of us fail to share it with others. We are called to be instruments of grace to those around us and to give a testimony of the new life we have received. The world is in need of grace and compassion, and we as Christians should cultivate these qualities in our lives. We have a ministry from the Lord to share the gospel of grace and it's time to start giving it. Let's reach out to others with the grace we have received and make a difference in their lives.

As Christians, we are called to express the love of God through our lives. The joy of the Lord is the natural expression of His love in us, and we cannot be indifferent or still when we have experienced it. Our love for others should reflect the sacrificial love that Christ showed us. However, many Christians struggle to love sacrificially and instead seek glory for themselves. We need to learn to love in Christ's style, not just display it in religious acts. Love is not to be kept or treasured, but shared with those in need. If we lead a life of love, the world may come to believe in Christ.

The resurrection of Christ is the cornerstone of Christianity and our hope for eternal life. Our faith in the resurrection makes us partakers of a life of total fulfillment in His presence for all eternity. The spiritual dimension of eternity began the day we decided to believe in Jesus and put our trust in Him. Passion Week encourages us to celebrate that hope, meditate on the sacrifice of our Lord, and give thanks for the promise of eternal life. Christ lives, and His resurrection is the fullness of our hearts until the day we see Him face to face.

Living in gratitude should be a lifestyle for Christians. Our biggest reason for gratitude is salvation, which was achieved through the sacrifice of Christ. We should offer God a sacrifice of thanksgiving and fulfill our vows to Him. Giving out of gratitude to the Lord is deeply Christian and brings joy to the heart. Gratitude brings fullness of life in Christ. Let us demonstrate our gratitude this week as we celebrate His Passion.

The gospel brings freedom and transforms lives. There are two types of people who experience this transformation - those who previously hated God and the church, and those who still struggle to fully embrace the message of the gospel. True freedom in Christ comes from the Spirit and our relationship with Him. We cannot earn this freedom, but simply need to listen to His voice and open the door to Him. The price of our freedom was the death of Jesus on the cross. Living in freedom means serving others out of love and living in gratitude.

Building our lives on biblical principles can be frustrating if we only see it as a set of instructions to follow. The Bible is a source of living water, a spiritual energizer, and a way to grow in obedience. The challenge for Christians is to walk by the Spirit of God and do things according to His will. Love is the meter of our true spirituality in Christ, and it shows that we walk in the Spirit. The full life is joy, peace, and freedom to do good. Let us allow the Spirit of God to enter every area of our being and honor the One who died to give us life.

The only law decreed in the gospel is the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus. The flesh is antagonistic to the Spirit, and Christians must be aware of the power of the Spirit within them to live a full life in Christ. Religious norms cannot produce what God wants from us, but the Spirit can bear fruit for eternal life. The tensions between the flesh and the Spirit will never cease, but Christians must focus on walking in the Spirit to live a full life in Christ.

Eternal life is the promise of promises for the repentant sinner and is only found in Christ. The conviction of eternal life brings fullness of life, which includes the deserts of Christ where God manifests Himself to remind us of His greatness. To feel the fullness of life in Christ, one must go through the Jordan of His sufferings and swim fiercely to the other shore where grace extends its hand. Eternal life must become a reality in the Christian mind and heart, convinced that the path will not be easy but brings blessing and full life. The fullness in Christ is the fullness of life, which points to eternity.

The new life in Christ is beyond human understanding and begins with repentance and faith in Jesus as Savior and Lord. Only those who have been born again in Christ can fully enjoy a spiritual life. God forgives and desires to give us a new heart and spirit. We should reflect on our own conversion experience and strive for a full life in Christ empowered by the blood of Christ and hope in his second coming. Our abundance is found in Christ himself.

The meaning of a full life is based on faith in Christ. This is not a temporary or intellectual faith, but a saving faith that places Christ first in life. The fullness of life in Christ comes from the Holy Spirit and is centered on the cross. Faith is essential in pleasing God and experiencing a full life in Christ. Without faith, material wealth is unstable and insecure. The fullness of life in Christ is a rational experience and we are complete in His fullness. May the power of God fill you with real knowledge and faith for a full life for His glory.

Ministry is a calling, not an office. Christians are called to serve the Lord and minister to the needs of others. We are like rowers who are "chained" to Christ and work for the good of others. Our calling is radical and immutable. The church needs more good ministers who adhere to divine standards. Let's serve the Lord with joy and say like Joshua, "But I and my house will serve the Lord."

The author visits Mercedes, a popular figure in the community who practices African syncretic religion. The author and a missionary talk to her about Jesus Christ and she eventually converts, abandoning her previous religious practices. The local church takes over to guide her in her new faith.

Mothers play a crucial role in the Christian home, producing the arrangements that make the music harmonious and in tune. They often compensate for the lack of love and care of fathers, and their sacrificial dedication is what makes the Christian home shine. The apostle Peter advises fathers to honor and respect their wives, who are also heirs of the grace of life. The Bible is full of stories of women who fulfilled their role in the redemption plan of God, and the role of Christian mothers today is also redemptive. Mothers' prayers are powerful, and Mary's advice to do whatever Jesus tells us is a precious and sovereign one.

Parents need to demonstrate love to their children in order for them to heed discipline and instruction. The use of power without love corrupts authority and undermines the biblical concept of subjugation. Christian parents need to understand that they are born anew in Christ and should model their love on God's love. Children need to be loved, accepted, consoled, encouraged, and admonished based on unconditional love. Lack of love is the primary cause of children's anger and exasperation. The revival of love must begin at home, and parents should hug their children to make them feel loved, accepted, and forgiven. The Christian home filled with love makes children feel safe, happy, and privileged. Prodigal children in the home need love, acceptance, and forgiveness. By cultivating love in their children, parents can effectively discipline and instruct them, and their children will praise God.

In Psalm 23, David expresses his appreciation for God's discipline. The rod and staff of the shepherd represent discipline and correction. Accepting discipline is a sign of God's love for us. As parents, we need to discipline our children in a way that inspires them rather than discourages them. God has given us a task to lead our children in the fear of God, and we need His help to do so. Discipline is necessary and leads to life.

Fathers need to be role models and spiritual guides for their children, especially in a society that lacks deep convictions and values. The family is the stronghold where fundamental values can be taught, and fathers must take on the responsibility of educating and disciplining their children without exasperating them. The objective is not just to grow in knowledge and skills, but to grow in obedience to God. Fathers must reflect Christ's obedience to the Father, and imitate Him in everything. The Lord has chosen fathers to instruct their children and keep them on the path of righteousness.

The family is important to God and is the center of society. Satan attacked the family in the beginning and caused sin to enter the world. But there is hope for the Christian family, as fathers are chosen to instruct and guide their children in the ways of the Lord. Jesus is our great priest who defends and mediates for our families. Let us pray for our families and for those who have the responsibility to instruct them.

The author celebrates the first anniversary of their church with neighbors, including non-Christians. During a rainstorm, they huddle together under the only roofed space, and the Holy Spirit works in the hearts of some non-believers who approach the Lord for the first time. The author emphasizes that the church has a mission to bring the good news to the world, and encourages readers to collaborate in God's work. The author's church has a motto: "we are a church without a temple, but with mettle."

The world is in a leadership crisis, and the church needs servant-hearted leaders with integrity and spiritual maturity. Nehemiah is an example of an exceptional leader who had a firm identity, dependence on God, and dedication to guiding God's people. God cares more about a leader's spiritual maturity than their skills and abilities. The Lord uses humble, obedient, and devoted people who seek to please Him alone. The people of God need leaders who aspire to grow to the stature of the fullness of Christ and reproduce His virtues in their lives. If you feel called to be a leader, examine your heart, and serve God for the sole purpose of pleasing Him alone.

Holiness is not optional, but imperative. As Christians, we need to constantly reform and renew ourselves to bear witness to Christ. The Holy Spirit allows us to confront our realities and remember our commitment to Him. We need to dedicate ourselves each day to the power of the Gospel and the direction of the Spirit. Just like Nehemiah had to re-discipline and reform the people, we need to put order in our lives and strive for holiness. Moral purity is essential in the chain of holiness and a great challenge in a world where moral values are declining. We need to be workers of value and light and salt of the earth.

Praising God is essential to the Christian life. We should praise Him at all times with gratitude. The act of worship is a fragrant odor to the Lord when it comes from a humble and contrite heart. We should examine our spiritual life and rebuild what is in ruins, dedicating it to the Lord with thanksgiving. Christ is our victory, and there are many reasons to praise Him. Let us bow before Him and praise His name.

There are many men and women who sacrifice their comfort and safety to spread the message of salvation to other places and nations. Those who obey the call to make sacrifices for the Kingdom are denying themselves and offering the best of their lives to the Lord. Such obedience is rewarded by God, and those who serve Him without expecting applause or recognition will be blessed. We should recognize and bless those who work humbly in our Christian communities and serve the Lord faithfully. The Lord doesn't want sacrifices that don't come from obedience to His Word and faithfulness of heart. When roll is called in heaven, those who have served the Lord faithfully will respond happily when they hear their name.

As Christians, it is important to stop and examine ourselves to make necessary adjustments in our spiritual walk with Christ. The world and its temptations try to distract us, so we need to ask God for help in evaluating ourselves and refocusing on His work. If we don't examine ourselves, God will. We should follow the example of the people of Israel in Nehemiah's time and confess our faults, repent, and trust in God's mercies and faithfulness. God is forgiving and gracious, and examining ourselves is a way to grow healthily in Christ and recognize our dependence on Him.

We are all called to serve God through a servant's heart and ministry, both to believers and unbelievers. In Nehemiah 9, the people committed themselves to obeying God's law and signed a covenant of commitment. We live under a new covenant of grace through Christ, and our obedience to God's word is key to our commitment to Him. Let us declare and keep our commitment to Christ, knowing the joy of our incorruptible inheritance.

Challenges and opposition are not uncommon for Christians who follow Christ. Nehemiah, although he did not know Christ, trusted in God and was a champion of the faith. He rebuilt the walls of Jerusalem and awakened the people from their spiritual slumber. When faced with mockery and death threats, Nehemiah's faith allowed him to unite a people who built the walls of the city with one hand in construction work and the other grasping the sword to face any opposition from the enemy. Our adversary, like Nehemiah's enemies, is insistent and tries to disorganize our faith. Faith gives us firmness, patience, perseverance and is the foundation and guarantee of our victory in Christ. In Christ, we can rebuild the walls that the enemy has managed to break down. Let's continue building walls and lives in Christ for His eternal glory.

Nehemiah knew how to set priorities in rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem. He delegated governance to godly men, preserved the city from external attacks, recorded genealogies and lineage, selected spiritually fit priests, and established offerings to continue building God's work. As Christians, we must prioritize our intimacy with the Lord, our dependence on Him, and our surrender to His will. We must also strengthen and build in His name the values of the Kingdom of God against the values of impiety and the forces of evil. Let us seek Him and He will establish priorities in our hearts.

Being the people of the Bible means recognizing its authority, trustworthiness, sufficiency, and clarity. Reading the word of God leads to repentance and the need for mercy. Spiritual renewal requires confession of sins and obedience to God's word. We need the Lord to infuse his Spirit in us every day. The joy of the Lord is our strength. The word of God is an unfathomable treasure that we need to learn and engrave in our hearts to live a joyful life. Repentance and confession of sin move the heart of God and impart his forgiveness to us. Let us be doers of the word.

When God reveals his plans for us, it is up to us to obey or disobey. Opposition can come from within or outside of the church, but the discipline of God's people is important to stay on track. God's discipline brings blessing and correction is necessary to continue fighting in spiritual battles. In a world of opposition and disobedience, the discipline of God is a powerful value.

In a world of spiritual ruin, we need to rely on prayer and dependence on God to do His work. The book of Nehemiah teaches us to renounce our possessions and passions to submit to God's will. We have an enemy who opposes God's plans, and we must rebuild the walls that have been torn down by neglecting our spiritual life. We need to humble ourselves before God and watch day and night so that the enemy does not gain ground. Let us not neglect our relationship with God in a world of moral and spiritual ruin.

The world is in spiritual ruin due to sin and ignorance of God. Secularism has instituted its own values that are contrary to God's will. Like Nehemiah, we need to intercede for the salvation and spiritual rebuilding of our brothers and nations. Prayer is important and we should pray for all believers and the lost. The rebuilding of the wall was the preamble to a spiritual restoration that led to deeper worship and obedience. We need intercessors like Nehemiah to rise up and claim God's promises of redemption.

As believers, we have been created in Christ Jesus to do good works. Therefore, we must put together a life project that harmonizes with God's wishes and dreams. We must trust in God and rest in His faithfulness, knowing that He has the best options and optimal solutions for our plans. We must pray and wait for God to do His work in our hearts before embarking on any project. When God chooses godly and consecrated men to carry out His work, they will face opposition, but they must depend on the Lord and cry out in prayer for His guidance and direction. The world we live in is in spiritual ruin, but the Gospel can rebuild and reform the walls that we have let down through indulgence. When we know that we are at the center of His will and totally dependent on Him, we instill confidence and enthusiasm by participating in His work.

We have a King who is worthy of all praise and devotion. The world has put crowns on people who have no head, but our King is the King of glory. The prophet Zacharias announced with joy the arrival of the King who is righteous, savior, and humble. Our desires and prayers should be to contemplate Jesus exalted as King of kings and Lord of lords. We should remain vigilant against the vain and deceptive philosophy that follows human traditions. Our God is KING and LORD, and his glory is our purpose. Let us live in the grace and truth that is Christ and overthrow those foolish kings of affliction, doubt, insecurity, anger, and unforgiveness. Long live our King and Happy New Year!

As children of God, we are incredibly favored and armed with His grace. Even though we may face challenges in life, the grace of the Lord helps us navigate through them. However, we must administer this grace to others by forgiving them. Forgiveness is an expression of love and an important way to show grace to others. If we have received grace from God, we should give it to others. Resentment and unforgiveness are sins that go against the humility that is required to experience God's grace. Let us offer forgiveness, be messengers of peace, and bear witness to the gospel of the grace of God.

The mystery of Christmas is difficult to understand, but it is a reminder of God's love for us. The church must focus on teaching the Bible and confronting people with their sin. Christmas is a time to remind people of the hope found in Christ and to live lives that reflect that hope. Christ was born to offer eternal life and to show us how to live in service to others. We should humble ourselves as servants of Jesus Christ. Merry Christmas to all!

The Prince of Peace, Jesus, came into the world in a humble manner and brought a message of peace. As Christians, we are called to seek Christ in the church, not just peace. True peace comes from Christ and seeking the Kingdom of God. God promised peace to his people and his Word is always faithful. Let us make peace a banner that honors Christ, the Prince of Peace.

Everything eternal belongs to God, and only He can offer eternal life. The Father is eternal, and through faith in Jesus Christ, we are also heirs of the eternal. The apostle Peter encourages us to strive to add virtue, understanding, self-control, constancy, devotion to God, brotherly affection, and love to our faith. Christ is the eternal Emmanuel, the eternal God, and the light of the world. We should live in the joy of the Lord and be grateful for being a tiny particle of eternity in the immensity of the universe created by God. Offer and share the best gift this Christmas, which is Christ, the eternal God.

God is not only strong, but also powerful. Even the weak are invested with the power of the Holy Spirit before God. Paul's strength lay in the power given by the Spirit to sustain him in the face of tribulation and suffering. Christ is strong because in him rest the promises of ultimate redemption of humanity. We are joint heirs with Christ of God's possessions, and divine power coexists in Him, so we can be strong with Him. Let's appropriate Christ, because having Him we are strong. We do not win by our strength, nor is there human power that makes us winners, but Christ. Christ is the King of glory, the strong God who accepts us as we are and does not set conditions for us to come to Him.

God is admirable in the way He puts together the puzzles of our lives and gives them meaning and purpose. He fights for us and prepares the way for us to meet Him. Society has become depersonalized and has lost the meaning of life, encouraging people to live without purpose and ignore God's authority. However, when we have the Lord in our lives, we become transcendent and admirable. Jesus taught with authority because He had all authority in heaven and on earth. He is admirable because He humbled Himself and died on the cross to save us from sin. We should choose to admire Christ and teach our children to do the same. Let us be amazed and moved by the simple things in life and remember that the admirable Emmanuel is already born in our hearts.

Counseling is about human behavior, and the Bible is the most authoritative manual for dealing with it. Since God created the human mind, He knows how it works and understands what moves us. We must seek wisdom and knowledge from God and Christ for counseling. The Spirit of the Lord is a counselor, and seeking His advice can provide a range of possible solutions. The heart has ears, and we should seek the Lord's counsel through His Word, prayer, intimacy, daily devotion, and the church. The church needs competent counselors of God's Word, but every Christian can allow the Holy Spirit to guide them towards a victorious Christian life. During the Christmas season, let us seek the counselor par excellence, who turns sadness into joy and fills us with favors and mercies. Listen to His advice, for He will instruct and show us the path we must follow.

The prophecy of the birth of the Savior of the world is the most extraordinary in the pre-Christian world. Isaiah broke down the downsides of human chronology with the simple sentence that a child has been born to us, a son has been granted us. The child is the offspring of the root of David, the suffering servant whose blood would fertilize the dry land for the sin of man. A son has been given to all of us as a promise of redemption in favor of a world that walks in darkness. Christmas is not only color and apotheosis, but a symbol of spiritual birth. My prayer is that Emmanuel reigns in the heart of each of his children without the religiosity that we usually impregnate at this time.

In countries where idolatry and multiple gods are prevalent, it is important to proclaim that our God is good. There are gods that demand offerings and sacrifices for favors, but the God of the Bible is loving and kind. Jesus Christ is the ultimate manifestation of God's goodness, and we should reflect that goodness in our own lives. As Christians, we must clothe ourselves with goodness and show kindness and love to others. There is no God like our God.

God is sovereign and in His unlimited sovereignty, He includes you and your entire life. Playing God is trying to usurp His sovereignty. His sovereignty has nothing to do with the free will that He allowed man, but with His majesty and eternal power. He wants the best for His children and arranges all things for their good. You have the choice to work in His Kingdom and be appointed as an administrator of His grace. Psalm 47 is recommended reading.

The world is full of superficial religiosity and idolatry, but the church must proclaim the fullness of and in Christ. False doctrines had crept into the church in Colosse, but Paul presented the fullness of Christ as the incomparable gift and Lord of all. Life in Christ means redemption, salvation, and liberation, and His fullness infuses power. We must not seek to add new ingredients to Christianity, but be satisfied with the fullness of the Holy Spirit. God is the one who completes us in Christ for His glory.

God created humans in his image and likeness, giving us natural dignity that was contaminated by sin. Only in Christ can we restore this dignity and become worthy of God's mercy and grace. We are called to live in a way worthy of our calling and reflect God's morality and integrity. Deification is a contagious disease that spreads rapidly among Christians who seek to be worthy of praise. Man is only worthy insofar as he reflects God in his morality and integrity. The church must play a committed role in defending human dignity, respect, and the right to life. Let us be worthy heirs of a condition that we did not deserve and that only God's amazing love achieved.

God's wisdom and knowledge surpass human understanding. We cannot manipulate or deceive God, and His will is for us to be wise through His knowledge. True wisdom comes from living an honest life and doing good deeds with humility. Moses called for obedience to God's statutes to demonstrate wisdom before the nations. Human wisdom is contrasted with wisdom from on high, and only God is truly wise. As Christians, we must seek God's wisdom and put it into practice for the good of humanity.

True freedom is a gift from God, while false freedom leads to debauchery and sin. The psalmist praises God for delivering him from his enemies and spiritual prisons, and encourages us to recognize and appreciate the freedom we have in Christ. Beware of false teachers who deceive with human traditions and conditions for salvation. We can confidently approach God through faith and enjoy freedom in His Spirit.

God's immutability brings hope and security to the believer. In a world of uncertainty and doubt, the unchanging nature and attributes of God give us peace and joy. We should not doubt that Christ is the head of all power and authority, including the devil. Knowing that God is faithful, merciful, powerful, and holy, we can repent and trust in His unchanging love. The immutability of God is also a warning to imitate His holiness and an opportunity for the lost to know Him through faith.

As humans, we struggle with patience and waiting for God's timing. We often try to intervene in His plans, but it is important to learn to wait on Him. We can find hope in our suffering and affliction by turning to the Lord and putting our hope in His word. Isaiah reminds us that those who put their hope in the Lord will renew their strength. Our true hope is found in Christ, who is the hope of glory. Let us remove the worldly things we put our hope in and give Him the glory He deserves.

God created the universe and everything in it, including humanity. He gave us authority to rule over creation, but when we sinned and disobeyed Him, we fell into darkness and separation from God. However, God still cares for us and imparts salvation through Christ Jesus. Despite our smallness in the universe, we are called to be stewards of all things and submit to God's authority. Sin is our great problem as it leads to the destruction of ecology, but Jesus Christ is the Lord of creation who humbled Himself to give us the benefit of redemption and make us heirs of all things. God created man for His own glory and all creation bears witness to that glory.

The justice of God is a recurring and necessary theme in the Bible. Man has inverted essential values and upset standards of justice, but God offers justice and mercy to those who seek Him. The Christian is called to seek justice based on behavior and performance before God, other believers, and non-believers. The righteous are not perfect but long for perfection in response to life in the Spirit. The Bible illustrates that the righteous are the upright in heart, those who show mercy, the faithful believers, the oppressed and needy, those who hope in God, those who seek His face, those who esteem salvation and afflict their hearts when they sin, those who trust and fear God, the meek, the poor in spirit, those who love His word, the humble, and those who seek peace. God's greatest manifestation of justice was the sacrifice of His Son Jesus to erase our sins and bring us salvation.

God's supernatural protection is with us in good and bad times. We must trust in Him and remain in Him as our refuge and protection. Like David, we must acknowledge God's protective power and praise Him for it. We must also confess our sins, trust in God's faithfulness, and consecrate ourselves to Him. Jesus is our protector, and His promise to protect us is greater than all the armies of evil.

In a culture of eagerness and self-sufficiency, it can be difficult to recognize the Lord as our shepherd and provider. However, Psalm 23 reminds us of God's promise to supply all our needs and be a close and personal presence in our lives. Recognizing Jesus as our Lord and Savior allows us to experience the overflowing love and mercy of God.

God's greatest act of love was sending his son Jesus to cancel our sins and offer us reconciliation. By staying rooted in Christ's love, we can experience spiritual fullness and express God's love to others. Loving one another is the hallmark of a true disciple, and it is the best testimony to the world that we are followers of Christ. This love is practical, not just intellectual or speculative. We are born again to a life of true love in Christ, and God's plan of love for humanity is summed up in John 3:16.

To recognize the voice of the Lord, we must have an intimate and unalterable relationship with Jesus. We need to merge with Him, live in Him, and walk with Him. Only then will we renew our spiritual ears and be able to hear His voice. Just being in a religious setting is not enough. We must know Him personally to respond to His call.

The power of God is manifested in the gospel of Christ, which is the message of Christianity poured out by the Holy Spirit. Those who believe in Christ will be saved, but not everyone who claims to believe will receive salvation. The sacrifice of the Lamb was the only offering of God to reconcile man with himself, and this is reason enough to work with God in His mission to reconcile the world to Him through the preaching of the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. Christ is the gospel because He is the good news and the embodiment of the gospel message. He is the only daily good news in a world where man perverts and murders every message of hope and love between men and their Maker.

The Kingdom of God is the message of salvation and redemption for humanity, and it is lived from the future to the present. Jesus inaugurated a new order where man acquires a new identity and is accepted and loved by virtue of the cross. The Kingdom is for the humble, the suffering, and the rejected, and it is entered through faith in Jesus Christ. We are living in the Kingdom of Christ, which is a spiritual kingdom of peace, joy, and justice in the Holy Spirit. As children of the King, we are called to be salt and light in this world and proclaim and exalt the King who is already among us.

God's faithfulness is timeless and everlasting, even when we fail and doubt. He is trustworthy and his mercies are new every morning. We can rest in his faithfulness and trust in his promises, even when our faith falls short. The gospel is hope for both non-believers and believers, reminding us of God's covenant of grace and the faithful image of Jesus Christ.

The world lives on uncertain promises, but Christians rest in the faithfulness of God. The promise of God makes us heirs to the Kingdom and is fulfilled through Christ. Living with an eye on the promise is living with confidence that God's plan for our lives is immutable. The author shares a personal story of how holding onto the promise helped them through a difficult time. The promise is fulfilled every day we walk with Christ, and it is what the Father wants for us as His children. Through Christ, we have seen the promise of the Eternal and have Him as our inheritance.

The power of God, which is manifested in Christ, is a stumbling block for some and a source of life for Christians. It is the work of the Spirit in our hearts and brings consolation and hope to those in need. Despite the skepticism of humanistic man, the power of God is visible in the growth of the church in countries where the gospel was once hindered. As believers, we have been clothed with power from on high through the Spirit and must make this reality known in our daily lives. The power of God is enough, and we honor His majesty by living in His fullness and giving Him all the glory.

The God of the Bible is a God of peace, and as Christians, we must love and promote peace. Jesus came to bring peace and compassion to a troubled world, and his followers should strive to do the same. War and violence have no place in the kingdom of God, and we must work towards promoting peace and mutual edification. May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard our hearts and thoughts in Christ Jesus.

The Holy Spirit is the ministry that lets us know that God's presence in us is real. No one can flee from God's presence, and sincere prayer and reading the Word of God allow us to enjoy his presence. The presence of Christ is made visible in those who humbly display the Holy Spirit in their lives and show a pious life. If we don't feel God's presence, we should check ourselves and repent. David said that in God's presence, there is fullness of joy and delicacies forever.

The mission of God is to restore humanity's relationship with Him through His redemptive plan. We are called to join Him in His work and participate in His mission. Our Christian life should be centered on the mission of God, and everything we do in Christ should fit into His plan. Jesus' mission focused on the excluded and marginalized in society. The Great Commission is not just about doing missions, but about our lifestyle, spiritual growth, and expectations. We should not be discouraged, as Christ is our burning bush, and He is passionate about saving the lost. We are all part of His mission, and we should reflect the values of the Kingdom in our lives.

Worshiping God is not just about music and singing beautiful songs, but about putting our spirit in tune with the Spirit of God and responding fully to His grace and presence. The first step in learning to worship God is to draw close to Him as we are and establish a true friendship with Him through the gospel. Adoration is total surrender to Christ and throwing our crown of pride before Him so that only He may be exalted. Worship should transform us and make us grow, and if it does not, we may have celebrated but not truly worshiped the Lord.

Spiritual warfare is a constant battle that Christians face. It is a dirty, ruthless war that cannot be won with human weapons or military expertise. It can only be won with invisible weapons provided by God. Ignorance in the knowledge of God leaves a gap open for the powers of darkness to sow ideas that we do not need to develop spiritually. We must learn to grow through the attacks of the spiritual enemy and not fall into his traps. Growth through stumbling blocks caused by the enemy will allow us to be more prepared for the future.

Forgiving someone but refusing to forget their offense is not true forgiveness. We must submit to God's authority and humble ourselves before Him, allowing His grace to flood our weaknesses. Humility is a virtue that we should imitate, and God gives grace to the humble. Letting God control our lives and intervening in daily conflicts and problems is the best way to free ourselves from obstacles. Even in lawsuits and fights with others, we should consider others as superior to ourselves and be obedient to God's Word.

The language we use as Christians should be edifying and avoid backbiting, which causes division and bitterness among God's people. Our words should reflect our practical lives and be consistent with our convictions. Jesus reminds us that out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks, and we will be held accountable for every idle word on the day of judgment. On the other hand, our language should also be a torrent of peace and harmony, reflecting the grace of God in our lives. The challenge of restraining our language from speaking evil and destructive words is great, but with the help of the Spirit, we can overcome this widespread evil. Let us proclaim God's righteousness and praise Him with our tongues.

Through our faith in Jesus Christ, God has declared us righteous before Him, despite our past sins and rebellions. This is an extraordinary manifestation of God's love, but it also requires us to recognize and appreciate His justice and disciplinary recipes for making us better. Our justification is not based on our own merits or good works, but on the obedience and justice of Jesus Christ. This should move us to practice justice and mercy towards others, as a response of gratitude for the salvation we have received by grace. The kingdom of God is founded on justice, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.

Acting in Christ's way is not just doing things for Him, it is about having faith and allowing Him to work through us. Focusing on what we can do for God can lead to pride and self-exaltation. Our new life in Christ is founded on faith and nourished by it, so good works become natural. Good works are not about seeking recognition or approval, but about glorifying God and fulfilling His will. As we grow in faith, the good deeds we perform raise our spiritual stature. We must add to our faith the fruits of good works, which complement each other in favor of others. We are created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God ordained in advance for us to put into practice.

The Word of God is essential for the spiritual growth and abundance of the Christian. Neglecting it can lead to stumbling blocks and a lack of blessings. The Bible is like wings to the bird, it enables the Christian to walk and confront sin, weakness, and anxiety. The Word of God confirms our spiritual birth and is to be read, scrutinized, meditated on, saved, and put into practice. The Christian must base their life on the Word of God and invest time in studying and applying it. Knowing the Word of God is not enough, we must also know the God of the Word by putting it into practice in our lives. Our lives are being constantly read by the world, so it is a challenge to grow spiritually and live out the teachings of the Incarnate Word.

Many people believe in something or someone, but true faith goes beyond beliefs and creeds. Saving faith is based on the sacrifice of the cross and is a gift from God. Faith is necessary for salvation, to please God, and to understand His will. Faith grows through hearing and studying the Word of God and through sincere and constant prayer. Faith mobilizes God to bless those who trust in His love and mercy. We should examine ourselves to see if we are truly in the faith and strive to grow in faith in Christ.

Wisdom is not just knowledge, but the correct use of knowledge that comes from God. Solomon asked God for wisdom to rule His people, and God granted it to him abundantly. Christians can also ask God for wisdom to do His will and grow in the knowledge of Jesus. God's wisdom produces humility in Christian character, and it is available to those who seek Him with an insatiable hunger to know Him more. To grow in wisdom is to discard pride and sufficiency that produces foolishness and rely totally on God. The true and real wisdom comes from God and will last forever in heaven.

Spiritual growth in the Christian life is essential and can only happen through the work of the Holy Spirit. It begins with a genuine new birth in Christ and a deep conviction of salvation. The new identity in Christ allows for growth in all areas of the Christian life, which is manifested in the fruit of the Spirit. To grow, believers must abide in Christ, just as Christ abided in his Father. The Christian life is lived in Christ, and there is no other way to live it.

Fasting is a spiritual discipline that should be accompanied by faith and sincere submission to God's will. It should not be a religious event or ceremonial act to seek an answer from God according to man's expectations. God gives promises of life, justice, help and blessing if fasting is done as He wishes. The fast that God wants from his children is to break the chains of injustice, share bread with the hungry, give shelter to the homeless, clothe the naked and not leave aside fellow men. Fasting should be done with humility and not for show. God rejects religiosity that is not accompanied by true fervor for the brother.

God's love for us is not conditional on our spiritual inventory, and He shows mercy to us even when we don't deserve it. In Jesus' time, the religious leaders forgot to show mercy to the marginalized and poor, and today we must remember to act with mercy towards others. Mercy is not just a concept, but it requires action. We should offer mercy to all, especially those who have not yet met God. God's mercy is eternal, and we should practice mercy as a gift of the Holy Spirit.

Love has the power to forgive and overlook the faults of others, covering a multitude of sins. As Christians, we should not judge our neighbors but instead forgive them with the same love that God showed us through the sacrifice of His Son. Love does not delight in evil but excuses and believes in everything. We should not be harsh judges of others, for God will treat us as we treat others. The story of the woman caught in adultery shows how Jesus exemplified this love in action, choosing to forgive and speak the truth in love. Let us pray for grace and peace to multiply in those who have caused us pain, and forgive them with a love that resembles Christ's.

Bitterness is a sin that masquerades as wisdom and judgment. It can take root in anyone's heart and lead to judgment, anger, and resentment towards others. It is a divisive force that can destroy the beauty of the body of Christ. The remedy to bitterness is to be kind, merciful, and forgiving towards others, just as God forgave us in Christ. Confessing our bitterness and forgiving those who have offended us can bring peace and liberation.

The purpose of work is to bring glory to God. Christians should strive to glorify God in their work and not just work for remuneration. Work was always part of God's plan for his children and is not a consequence of sin. However, putting work first above everything else can lead to spiritual ruin. It's important to have a correct balance between work and other duties, including enjoying the pleasures of life. Jesus conquered the world so that his children could conquer sin. Let's work with God to fulfill his purposes and celebrate the joy of serving others with our gifts.

We cannot rely on God to proclaim our message of reconciliation with men, it is our duty as Christians. We must seek God and make others do so as well, embodying the sufferings of our Savior. Sometimes our interpretations of the Gospel become obstacles to fulfilling the Great Commission, and we must avoid criticizing other evangelical brothers in their work. The mission of the church is to transform lives in Christ and work with God to extend the Kingdom. Dissensions among Christians break and tarnish the virtues of the Gospel, and we must live decently without envy towards those who do their work with the tools they possess. We cannot afford the luxury of complacency, pride, or vanity, and must get on the same train of unity, piety, love of neighbor, knowledge of the Lord, tolerance, mutual respect, and submission to one another in love. The absolute truth is Christ and we are all one body, completing ourselves without differences in the redemptive cross and fighting for this brotherhood won by our only Redeemer at an inestimable price.

As Christians, we have all experienced a resurrection from the dead through the grace and will of God. This means that we have been raised to a new life, free from our past sins and transgressions. Our resurrection is not just for the afterlife, but also for our present lives on earth, which requires us to look towards divine things and renounce earthly desires. Our salvation is a gift from God and we cannot boast of achieving it on our own merits. We are accepted in Christ and covered by his blood, which has crucified our disorders and sins. We are blessed and more than conquerors in our new birth in the Spirit.

Sometimes we limit God to fit our own understanding, but God cannot be measured. We need to work tirelessly to help the world believe in His power and majesty. We must love the lost and seek them out, be united as Christians, and bear witness to the love of God. Our theological definition must be accompanied by humility and meekness. The world will come to believe. Our God is too big to be limited by our understanding.

Sin leads to destruction and locks humans up in the prison of folly. We should not judge those who are ignorant of God, but love them as ourselves. God has the power to change the skin of the Ethiopian and make a new creature out of nothing. Christ is not only able to straighten crooked trunks, but he can make new trees. We should share the gospel with those who have not surrendered to the Lord and trust in his saving grace. We should allow Christ to live his life through us and invite others to do the same.

God's goodness knows no limits, and He blesses us even when we don't deserve it. Sometimes we forget the price Jesus paid for our salvation, but we should always remember and rejoice in His love for us. We may wonder why the wicked prosper, but we must remember to live by faith and trust in God's justice. Living by faith is not easy, and we may face trials and struggles, but God remains by our side and His love will never leave us. Through faith in Jesus Christ, we can find hope and strength to face any challenge.

We must not limit the Gospel to a series of ethical principles. The Gospel is about faith that God has entered our lives and begun a transforming work. We must not conform to relativism and doubt, but proclaim the Truth of Christ without fear. The church must establish itself as the bearer of Truth and our commitment to share the love of Christ should not just be a slogan, but a genuine testimony. We cannot sweeten the Gospel with promises of prosperity and must preach with our actions. We must be attentive to the voice of God and not be swayed by pseudo-prophetic winds.

The author reflects on the meaning of Hosanna and how it should not just be a cry of hope or gratitude, but a call to action. They question how many people forget their faith and return to their lives empty of God after celebrating Palm Sunday. The author believes that reflection alone is not enough and that we need to feel the pain of sacrifice in our own bodies and take action to spread the message of Christ's Kingdom. The author implores readers to merge their lives with that of Christ and become workers with the tools of the gospel to harvest in this urgent world.

As Christians, we have the freedom to choose in everything we do. Our decisions should be based on God's will and not the world's. God wants us to choose life, which is associated with Jesus in the Scriptures. A decision based on carnal behavior, separated from God, will lead to frustration and self-destruction. Decisions based on motivations such as pride, vanity, self-reliance, and fear have bad consequences. When we make decisions motivated by the Spirit, we can trust that God will supply all our needs and eliminate anxiety and depression. Making decisions God's way is doing His will, trusting Him, and waiting on Him.

In a world where visuals dominate, Christians often ask for signs and miracles to prove God's goodness and power. However, we should trust in the promises of God's Word and not solely rely on tangible results. The gospel cannot be restricted to showcasing miracles, but rather, we should look to the Word of God for revelation and believe that the living God is with us and in us. We do not need to see to believe, and asking for signs to justify unbelief shows a lack of true faith. The greatest miracle is the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and we must offer God to unbelievers as he truly is.

Prayer has the power to transform us and turn us into extraordinary people who serve God. It is the most effective way to communicate with God and John Wesley once said, "God does nothing except through prayer." Sanctification depends on individual prayer and periods of inconsistency may occur if we do not pray. Prayer changes our perspective, dimension and nature of things. Learning to pray lies in the extent to which we relate intimately with God. The closer we get to God, the more we will need to speak to Him and prayer will become a delicious necessity. The church should encourage each other to pray to transform disciples. The best way to draw closer to God is through prayer and there are no formulas except the one dictated by the Spirit. God wants to transform us through our prayer.

Holiness is not just being consecrated for God's service, but also involves deviating from everything that is not holy and fleeing from temptation and sin. The Christian must sanctify themselves and have an irreproachable behavior, avoiding the passions of the flesh and submitting entirely to God. The holiness of the Christian is the will of God and is a work of the Holy Spirit. Holiness is sought and practiced, and it is not enough to just be separated or consecrated for God's service. The expression of our Christian walk must be in line with God's will and include humility, love, dedication to others, and a permanent flight from sin. Holiness is brotherly love, not just appearance and vanity. Our way of life should earn the respect of those who are not believers and not depend on anyone.

As we know God more, we understand His thoughts and have the mind of Christ. The Holy Spirit leads us in His ways, but we can be trapped by the world's ideas. We must focus on Christ and His thoughts to live an abundant life, discerning between the mind of Christ and the mind of the world. Our power comes from God, and we must depend on Him and renew our minds to know His will. We are complete in Christ.

Prayer for children is a duty of every parent, regardless of their spiritual condition. Children are God's blessing and it's our responsibility to accompany them through all their itineraries. Prayer for children is pleasant incense to the Lord and the father and mother who pray with a clean heart before God are more than blessed. No matter the condition or need of our children, we should commit them to God and trust that He will do His will in their lives.

The world tells us to focus on ourselves and our own success, but God tells us to trust in Him and surrender our lives to Him. The joy that comes from God is not based on our own efforts, but on what He has done in us. Christians may face challenges and persecution, but we must carry our cross and follow Jesus, submitting to His authority and will. God has a perfect plan for us, and we must trust Him and live for Him to experience His fruit in our lives. Seeking information about God is good, but seeking revelation and a personal relationship with Him is transformative. Let Christ be at the center of our plans and trust Him.

The disciples slept while Jesus prayed in Gethsemane before his crucifixion. He rebuked Peter for not staying awake and told them to watch and pray so they wouldn't fall into temptation. Jesus still needs prayer partners in our human condition, and our prayers could make the world a better place if we accompany Jesus in his eternal mission to intercede for us and all creation. We should pray without delay and live alert and vigilant in the Kingdom.

Being useful to others is the most beautiful human work, as stated by Sophocles and validated by Christians. This virtue is rooted in love and the ministry of Jesus, who focused on helping the needy and the suffering. Christian virtue involves walking with the weak and offering ourselves to others. However, we must be cautious and minister with love, not judgment, in order to be useful to others. Each brother or sister who asks for advice is an opportunity to show our Christian side and edify ourselves. The Lion of Judah Congregation Site and its devotional space "God speaks today" should be a place for all of us to meet, pray, and minister to each other. We must bear witness to the victory that Christ gave us and encourage others.

True freedom comes from having a heart filled with God. Christ gave us spiritual freedom when he freed us from the power of darkness and moved us into his kingdom. This freedom is total, but it is not freedom to sin and do whatever we want. It is the freedom to avoid sin and to reject it energetically, and to be servants of justice. Trusting in Christ as Lord and Savior does not give us a license to sin. Freedom in Christ is beautiful and liberating, freeing us from the eagerness of trying to please God with our abilities and reminding us that it is He who does all the work. Salvation is a twofold gift: freedom from the wages of sin and freedom from the power of sin.

The passage of Matthew 8: 19-22 teaches us that following Christ requires great sacrifice, and many may be unwilling to pay the price. Three disciples missed the opportunity to follow Christ because they were not prepared to prioritize the Kingdom above their own comforts and obligations. However, as Christians, we are all spiritually qualified to witness and proclaim the Savior in our daily lives. God is looking for evangelists, and we should not be ashamed to share the Gospel and embrace the call to serve the needy and reach the lost. The Gospel is the power of God, and we are all chosen to proclaim it without excuses.

The article discusses the importance of humility in the spiritual battle that Christians face daily. It emphasizes the need to be men and women of peace, clothed in the spirit of humble soldiers, meek like the Lord, but with solid principles based on the Word of God to face the enemy. It warns against the dangers of egolatry, which is pride and conceit, and urges evangelists to be humble and obedient, putting Jesus first and loving their enemies. The article reminds us of Christ's example of humility and encourages us to follow it in fulfilling our urgent mission in the spiritual field.

We need to continue preaching the Gospel even if some reject it or choose not to listen. Like the Apostle Philip who was sent to find the Ethiopian, we should approach those who may already have access to the Word but still need someone to explain it to them. We cannot be afraid of rejection or confrontation, as Christ Himself confronted His peers with the truth. We must also act in justice, embrace mercy and piety, and help those who suffer. There are still many people in the world who need to hear the Good News, and we must be willing to share it with them.

The author shares a personal experience of sharing the Gospel with a friend who eventually converted to Christianity. The author emphasizes the importance of sowing the seed of the Gospel and loving our neighbors as ourselves. The Gospel is a message of love for those in the world who are lost, and it is our responsibility as Christians to share it with others. If each Christian made it their mission to share the Good News, the world would be a different place.

We must be careful in whose name we cast our nets, whether it be in the name of Christ or another false prophet. The Kingdom is given to the humble of heart who recognize their weakness and dependence on God. We should not trust in our own strength or our own nets, but in the Word of God, which guarantees an abundant catch. False prophets proclaim a watered-down gospel that leads to libertine prosperity and does not bring true repentance and rest in Christ. We must cast our nets in the name of Christ and trust in His eternal promises.

As we enter the new year, we should focus on areas where we feel the Holy Spirit is at work and join in God's mission to redeem humanity. This means standing in the gap before God and doing good works founded on faith. Faith without works is dead. We must not only preach the gospel, but also live it by helping those in need. We need a new social doctrine of the church that is turned towards the community and helps those who are suffering. Let us strive to be like Christ and do good works for His glory.

This Christmas, if you feel like the prodigal son who wasted his inheritance and wants to return home, know that God is waiting for you with open arms. Don't let your apparent success or riches stop you from returning to Him. Remember the blessings He gave you and the love He has for you. Confess your sins and ask for His forgiveness. Christmas is about forgiveness and the love of Christ who was born, died, and rose again for us. Don't delay, Dad is waiting for you to come home. Merry Christmas!

Christmas is a time to remember God's love for the world, shown through the birth of Jesus Christ. It is an opportunity for us to draw closer to God and allow Him to transform us through the power of the Holy Spirit. We can celebrate Christmas in a Christian way by embracing our identity in Christ and allowing His Word to penetrate our hearts. We should also reach out to the lost and those in need, as God promised to always be among us.

Glorifying God should be the most important desire of a committed Christian. This means living a lifestyle that reflects the life of Christ and making the message of the Good News attractive to the world through our testimony. The shepherds of Bethlehem were the first evangelists to spread the good news of the birth of Jesus Christ. They left everything to share the news with the world. As Christians, we are trustees of the glory of God and should strive to give Him glory in everything we do. This Christmas, let us be evangelists like the shepherds of Bethlehem and give glory to God as heralds of the Good News.

Christmas is a time of detachment, faith, closeness to God, and love. It is a time to approach our loved ones with gifts and express our affection. The Word of God in Psalm 23 brings comfort and reminds us of Emanuel's promise to be with us always. God promises to meet our needs but not necessarily our desires. The Lord is our shepherd and offers himself to guide us through the wicked world and provide for our well-being. Genuine joy comes from being close to God, and His presence is the greatest provision. We may not have everything we desire at Christmas, but our needs will be covered, and there is nothing to fear with God by our side.

There is a new wine of the Spirit that requires a new wineskin to hold it. The old wineskin of our old nature cannot hold this new wine, and so we must throw it away and be born again. We are the temple where the Spirit dwells, and by the grace of Salvation, we have a new identity as the Son of God. God calls us to immerse ourselves in his waters and sit at his table, where he is waiting for us with open arms.

When we surrender to Christ, He not only gives us hope for the future but also radically changes our past. However, many Christians struggle to let go of their past and continue to blame themselves for their mistakes. This is unnecessary because Christ erased our past and made us new creations. Our new past is in what Christ did on the Cross, where our old selves were crucified forever. We should focus on the future and strive towards holiness, forgetting what is behind us. We are new vessels for God's purpose and should embrace it fully.

The lack of unity among Christians is hindering the extension of the Kingdom of God. God wants us to strive for unity, which is biblical and the aspiration of all. Satan continues to tempt us in this area. Our divisions are not only painful but sinful, and weaken the body of Christ. The Lord asks us where we are in His garden, which is like a symbol of the unity He longs for His people. We should strive for unity and not be afraid of the vulnerability it brings.

As Christians, our victory in the spiritual realm is based on our faith in Christ, who has given us a new nature and made us partakers of his divine nature. This new nature makes us winners, and we do not need to strive for approval or acceptance from God. We do not continue to live with a sinful nature if we have truly experienced a new birth and walk in the Spirit. Sin contradicts the new divine nature that Christ has given us, and we feel burdened when we sin because it goes against our new nature. We are a new creation in Christ, and our past is buried in the cross of the Savior. Let us live Christ with all our being and share His message of grace and salvation with others.

The author reflects on their childhood in Cuba and the prevalence of religious beliefs in their family and community, but how it was suppressed during the atheistic era. However, Christianity has since grown in Cuba and now over 10% of the population is faithful and organized. The author invites readers to pray for Cuba and for those who have yet to see Christ.

The Good News is founded on what God has already done through the victory of Jesus on the cross. Those who accept Jesus' offer of salvation become one spirit with Him and are liberated from the bondage of sin. We are no longer defined by our past failures or successes, but rather by our identity as children of God. The devil will try to tempt us to doubt our identity, but we can find joy in walking in the spirit because we are one with Christ.

The author reflects on their early days of faith and how they felt consumed by the love of God. However, a comment from a fellow believer about God being a consuming fire caused confusion and fear. Through studying the Bible, the author learned that God's fire is a purifying force that sanctifies and justifies believers. The author encourages readers to embrace God's consuming fire and be united with Him.

Grace is a gift from God that cannot be earned but is received through faith in Jesus Christ. It liberates, saves, completes, convinces, and devastates us by breaking down our self-sufficiency and pride. Faith and Grace go hand in hand, and the Christian life is meaningless without the purpose of Grace. The theology of Grace allows us to humble ourselves and surrender to the sovereignty of God. While the Law suits the desires of a perverse generation, Grace is the symphony of the fullness of Christ in our lives, and in Him, we are complete. God blesses us with Grace for only one reason: our union with Jesus Christ.

God doesn't need us to work tirelessly for Him, but desires sons and daughters of integrity and character who model the life and anointing of Jesus. We should focus on abiding in Christ and trusting in His power rather than striving to do works for Him. The story of Martha and Mary in Luke 10:40-42 illustrates the importance of being at Jesus' feet and allowing Him to minister to us. We should seek spiritual refreshment in His presence and let our good works be born in His heart, not our own desires for self-realization.

The Holy Spirit is always with us, guiding us and helping us in our Christian life. The truth that the enemy tries to hide is that when we accept Christ, our old nature dies and we receive a new identity as a child of God. If we don't understand this, we will miss out on the fullness of God's grace and feel like we need to work for His approval. But in Christ, we have His life and are partakers of His divine nature. Our lifestyle is not based on what we do for Him, but on what He has already done for us through the sacrifice of His Son.

The Church is the creation of God and exists for everyone. It is one, holy and unblemished, with Christ as its head and Savior. However, today's Church is often fragmented and led by those with an entrepreneurial mindset rather than the mind of Christ. Despite this, the Church is still a safe house, a place of rest and healing, where we can grow and mature as Christians and practice love for one another. It is also a place of obedience, where we must take the city of Jericho and live in holiness. Ultimately, the Church is a supernatural place where God divides the waters of our anxieties, and we can arrive happily at Him.

God loves us simply because we are His. We often forget that love already lives within us as Christians, and we shouldn't see the Christian life as a heap of precepts to earn God's love. Nothing can separate us from God's love, and even though the world can bring us down, the Spirit of God dwells in us. We are a new creation in Christ, and our past is on the Cross that liberated us. We must abide in Him and let Him transform us, so that we produce spiritual fruit and overflow with love. The love that God has for us is immense and we must believe and know it.

Christ calls us to live in Him with total victory and freedom, not burdened by religious precepts and routines. Legalism burdens our minds and exhausts us physically, leading us to seek acceptance from others instead of the Lord. We must approach God with the perspective of His infinite grace and allow Christ to manifest His life through us. Our Christian work should flow from the inside out, with our fruits bursting visible in the formidable grace of salvation. God's greatest desire is that our life in His Spirit be our most precious delight.

God is most interested in having an intimate relationship with us. We often focus too much on working for Him and forget that His love is not based on our service. We should believe what God says about us in His Word and not be affected by the opinions of others. The blood of Jesus was sufficient to forgive the sins of those who have offended us. We should focus on God and not ourselves. We cannot do anything to deserve God's love and blessing, as our debts have been paid. We are loved and have a new identity that cannot be taken away from us.

The Word of God should not be used superficially, but seasoned with the knowledge of God's attributes revealed through Christ. We should not fear the Word, but see it as a refreshing spring that exhorts, corrects, and calls us to obedience and discipline. As we know God more, we will love and need his Word more. We must trust and obey his Word, knowing that he arranges all things for our good. Christ loved the Word and was obedient to it until death. Being captivated by the Word is being sweetly imprisoned in the heart of God.

The glory of God is all around us and inside us if we have the eyes to see it. In the times of the Exodus, the tabernacle was the center of worship to God, and today, Christ is our meeting place and the manifestation of God in our lives. We are called to give Him glory and to serve Him with humility. In Christ, we have everything, including His glory.

The author ministered to a Christian suffering from depression and low self-esteem due to family problems. The author reminded the Christian that they have a new identity in Christ and should never have low self-esteem because they are accepted by God. The Christian should remember their identity and the price God paid on the cross for their freedom. God's love begins with acceptance and empowers us to turn our lament into joy. The Spirit of God allows us to call God our Father.

The flesh is the part of us that seeks worldly desires and does not surrender to God. It is selfish and tries to be like God. Satan tempts us to live in the flesh, but King Solomon realized that it is all meaningless. As Christians, we should live in the Spirit and grow in the image of Christ. By submitting to God and obeying the Spirit, we can flee from temptations and live in peace with God and others.

We all have feet of clay and are inconsistent in our walk with Christ, but God can still use us as instruments for his glory. The heroes of faith in Hebrews 11 also had feet of clay, but God cared for them and turned them into spiritual giants. We can be heroes of faith, like the prostitute Rahab, by having faith in God and doing what is good as a consequence of that faith. Our feet may be made of clay, but our soul can be a humbled heart that loves the Lord and yearns to serve him. God waits for us, with all our imperfections, to settle on the mighty Rock of Christ. Despite our clay feet, God can still perform the daily miracle of picking us up and guiding us.

We should not try to negotiate with God or make promises in exchange for His blessings. Instead, we should trust in His providence and remember three spiritual truths: we must seek forgiveness daily, Christ is our King and Lord, and eternal life is a gift offered in exchange for our surrender and obedience. We should also repair our sacrificial altar, remember the times God has manifested His power, and light our altar of prayer. By seeking God with all our heart, we can live a life of victory in Christ.

There is a weak faith that does not trust and is easily shaken by circumstances, and this kind of faith does not come from God. True faith is a fruit of the Spirit and leads to conquering the unimaginable. God wants us to believe in Him at all times, not just in peaceful moments. Faith is the perfect antidote to the devil's hatred and the spiritual war that Christians face every day. We should offer God our faith, hope, and love, and trust in Him as our Savior and finisher of faith. Let go of crutches and embrace true faith, as it makes us winners. God bless you!

The culture of postmodernity can unbalance Christians and mold them to principles that go against God's teachings. We need to renew our minds and reject the garbage that the world offers us. Impure thoughts come to our minds, but we must identify the thoughts that come from God and turn them into personal virtue. The Bible fills us with wisdom and teachings that make us better and better, and God wants purity of thoughts from his children. Let us be filled with Christ and cast off double standards.

As Christians, we are not exempt from going through tribulations and times of anguish. However, we have a God who never spares being at the side of the broken-hearted, those who suffer, and those who cry without consolation. It is good to know that we have a Father of mercies who consoles us. The Bible tells us of a God who never spared being at the side of the broken-hearted. One of the most pious, but also most difficult tasks of the body of Christ is to minister consolation to the brothers who temporarily suffer from serious pain. However, the comfort that emerges from the supernatural action of God is the one that truly heals. When one knows that he is comforted by God himself and comes to experience healing comfort, he begins to be able to comfort others.

Elijah had just experienced two great spiritual victories but still fled in terror and abandoned his duty. God asked him twice, "What are you doing here?" Similarly, we can also find ourselves in the wrong place despite feeling close to God. We need to trust in His direction and be willing to be relocated for His glory. Our love for Him should consume us and guide us to obedience. When we feel weak or fearful, God will be by our side and speak to us in a soft whisper. We should strive to be in the exact place where His glory is the only thing that counts.

The story of Jacob, son of Isaac and grandson of Abraham, is one of transformation by the power of God. His name, meaning "deceiver", was changed to Israel after being blessed by God with an extraordinary offspring that became the 12 Tribes of Israel. From the tribe of Judah came David and, ultimately, the Messiah. Judah means "praise" and the prophecy declares that the seed of Judah would be praised until the true king arrived over all nations, which was Jesus Christ. Our praise should be directed towards Him, who overcame death on the cross. Our purpose as God's people is to glorify and exalt Him in all His majesty and lordship. We need to be lions and lionesses who fight outside the walls of our churches to tear down the walls of insufficient and plastic evangelism. Spiritual Judah, the adoration and praise that pleases the Lord, must be our daily motivation until we reach our heavenly Canaan, which is the rest and peace we long for.

The world has made an idolatry of the visual, with images and symbols replacing true spiritual connection. Christians must remember the teachings of Job, who humbled himself before God and acknowledged his own ignorance. Rather than complain and demand understanding, we must seek God with our hearts and through prayer. We believe by faith, not by what we see, and must glorify God for His presence in our lives.

The Word of God is our mirror, reflecting who we are and what we need to do. We must not only listen to it, but also obey it with a humble heart, even if it is painful at times. Simply hearing the Word without obeying it is deceiving ourselves. We should be grateful for the Word that reveals our weaknesses, as it helps us grow spiritually and honor God. By putting the Word into practice, we are born again and enriched in our Christian life.

Humility is one of the most difficult challenges in leading a Christian life that pleases God. Humility allows us to acknowledge before God that we are sinners and can achieve nothing without Him. Christ is the paradigm of humility, and through His humility to the point of death on the cross, we have been saved and inherit a glorious future. Living humbly before God brings abundant grace to our life, and we should distance ourselves from all manifestations of pride and arrogance. Jesus left us a beautiful message to imitate Him with renewed faith and unconditional love.

Bearing fruit for the extension of God's Kingdom is a beautiful way to glorify Him. We don't need to be perfect or have specific talents to bear fruit, but rather dispose our hearts to do so. Glorifying God should be our lifestyle and the center of our vision in our walk with Christ. Acknowledging Jesus in everything we do is a great way to give Him the glory. Let's fight the race of faith and be ministers, disciples, preachers, and healers of souls for the glory of God. We must yearn to see His glory and glorify Him at the same time.

The title "Peace in the Storm" represents the peace that comes from Christ even in the midst of trials and difficulties. Storms are inevitable, but they reveal God's character and impart valuable teachings to us. The gospel is one of peace because it is announced in the name of the Prince of Peace, Jesus Christ. However, unbridled religiosity and prosperity gospel teachings can pervert our minds and take away the peace we have in Christ. It is important to trust in God's justice and His great power and love to find perfect peace in Christ.

As Christians, we are called to be waiters of the Gospel, inviting others to partake in God's banquet. We should not delay in answering God's call to evangelize and seek the lost, as it brings unspeakable joy and growth in our faith. The faithfulness of a disciple who follows Christ is pleasing in God's eyes. We need to prioritize intimacy with God through prayer, which leads to revival in the Church and a new generation of Christians who know what it means to be in communion with God. We should seek God's guidance and words to speak to those in need, and not be afraid to feed the sheep who do not have a shepherd.

Salvation is free, but following Christ is expensive. We must not conform to the values of this world, which is antagonistic to God. The gospel is not just about receiving salvation, but about bearing fruit and living a transformed life. We must honor modern Christian martyrs by living a committed and sacrificial life, sharing the gift of eternal life with others. This is our beautiful task and rich inheritance.

The cross was once a symbol of pain and shame, but for Christians today it represents hope and victory. It is the starting point of Christianity and the center of Christ's redemptive sacrifice. Living at the foot of the cross means adopting the same liberating option of Jesus, identifying with the weak, hapless, and marginalized. The gospel without a cross is a diluted gospel, adapted to pleasures and devoid of demands. Christians must die to sin and put Christ first in their lives. It is up to us to live at the foot of the cross and be worthy of salvation to proclaim Christ's glory to the world.

The prophecy of John the Baptist announcing the arrival of the "Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world" is an extraordinary moment in the history of the Hebrew people. Christ is the lamb without blemish, who carried our rebellions and sins on the cross. Christians celebrate Christ's resurrection and his presence in our lives and in his church. The Lord's Supper is a memorable and reverent ceremony that symbolizes our permanent union with Christ until he returns. Let's take this blessed week to shed the old leaven and celebrate the victory of life that we enjoy today in Jesus. There is life in Jesus!

As Christians holding the cure for a dying world, we must abandon inertia and fearlessly share the Gospel with the lost. God has given us a spirit of power, not cowardice, so nothing should stop us from bringing hope to those around us. Let us commit to fighting the good fight of faith by telling others about Jesus and answering the Lord's call with, "Send me!"

Holiness is important for Christians and is a constant search for growth in sanctification. Without holiness, we cannot experience God's blessings or see the Lord. It is a process that requires a daily struggle against sin and a search for spiritual growth. Our sanctification is a work of God, but we also have a responsibility to actively pursue holiness. God wants holiness for his children so that we can reflect a life regenerated by the Spirit and be a blessing to others. Pursuing holiness will enable us to see the face of God on that day.

When we first come to know Christ, we are filled with a sense of fascination and love for Him and His church. However, over time, we can become complacent and lose that initial passion. The Bible warns us not to abandon our first love and to continue to seek and experience that fervor for Christ. This requires a constant spiritual warfare against sin, the flesh, and the world. Christ calls us to remember our initial love for Him and to return to it, showing the world the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. Let us not forget the gift of salvation and forgiveness that we received by grace and let us hold onto our first love for Christ.

Holiness is living according to God's standards, separate from anything that is depraved or unclean. It is reflecting God's will in all relationships, not just with Him but with others. As Christians, we are called to a life of holiness through Christ's redemption and the Holy Spirit's work in us. It is a process of growing spiritually and renewing our minds. Holiness is God's will for our lives and brings security and peace. It is the work of the Spirit to make us holy if we submit to God. In this process, we find the strength to discard anything that separates us from God and live a blessed and useful life to others.

Many people join churches that fit their sociological patterns and provide them with complacency and self-realization instead of focusing on Christ. They treat the church like a theater and constantly look for the perfect one, forgetting their commitment to their Lord and the congregation. However, a sense of belonging strengthens our testimony and creates a foundation for authentic Christian fellowship. We must maintain a healthy relationship with our congregation, be faithful, and focus on caring for it as the Lord's church. The church is lived in community, and developing a sense of belonging is crucial for unity and mutual understanding.

Submission to God is difficult for the natural man because it goes against their worldview, but it is essential for disciples of Christ. However, submitting to others should not be forced, but granted. We should practice submission out of fear of God, who is the perfect example of submission. Lack of fear of God and submission to one another is the affliction of the world. We need to learn more about this theology and make it a reality in our lives. Answer God's voice today through prayer.

Christians sometimes struggle to listen to the inner voice that tells us to forgive, leading to bitterness, resentment, and even hatred. Forgiveness is key to Christianity, and we must remember how God forgave us in Christ in order to forgive others. Holding grudges and seeking revenge paralyzes us and makes us incompetent in the eyes of God. Forgiveness cleanses the heart and shows evidence of the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives. We must surrender to God and let go of bitterness to experience the joy of the Lord. Forgiveness is a sweet offering of love that honors us and God.

The Church is not just a physical building but the body of Christ, a spiritual house where believers serve and contribute to edify themselves and others. It is a community of believers in Christ Jesus and the main source of Christian inspiration. The Church's responsibility is to minister inner healing to its members and restore spiritually those affected by destructive feelings and experiences. The Church heals through the gospel of Jesus Christ, which breaks down barriers, applies love, exercises forgiveness, and brings inner peace.

God rejoices in diversity and the complexity of faith. The denominational syndrome should crumble under the force of love, and we should serve God as disciples with one identity: children of God. Although there will always be diversity, the essential thing is love. The gifts of the Spirit are fundamental for the life of the Church, but love endures and unites us all. We must think and act in the love of order that comes from the perfect Spirit of our Lord.

Like a weightlifter who must compete according to the rules to win a medal, Christians must live a legitimate and obedient life to receive the crown of life. Sin is a burden that must be put off, and we must trust in God's power instead of worldly chemistry to achieve results. Like a farmer, we must work hard and live a disciplined life to see spiritual fruits. God often tests us to decontaminate our hearts and minds. We should strive to be disciples, not just believers, and allow God to change our lives through his love.

The author reflects on their experience of confessing and repenting their sins to God and finding forgiveness and joy in their life. They encourage readers to do the same, reminding them that unconfessed sin can rob them of joy and lead them to sadness and misery. The author also reminds readers that God is forgiving and merciful, and that confessing and repenting their sins can bring them closer to God and give them a sense of direction and perspective in their life. They encourage readers to surrender their hearts to God and experience the joy of a forgiven life.

Brother Eddy had a complicated operation due to a burst hemangioma that caused profuse bleeding. The doctors were unable to stop the bleeding and gave up, saying only a miracle could save him. Many people gathered to pray for him, and within a few hours, he was stabilized and taken out of the room. This was a testimony to the power, miraculousness, and mercy of God. We saw the glory of God and the greatness of our loving Father.

God's promises are not empty expressions, but immutable and eternal. To possess them, we must obey and keep his law. Joshua, previously known as Hosea, learned of God's promise to possess the land and became a servant and soldier of God. We too must make a transition, cross our own Jordan, and become conquerors through obedience, hearing God's voice, renewing ourselves, and talking to him. We can all be like Joshua, the conqueror, through the power of Christ.

Being a disciple of Christ requires definition and recognition of his Lordship in our lives. We must reduce our doctrinal equipment to a Christocentric theology and strive to live as role models without hypocrisy. Two sermons by Dr. Roberto Miranda challenge us to make a decision and be radically committed to the Kingdom of God.

The Spanish poem "Caminante no hay camino" (The path is made by walking) became a popular song that inspired a generation to break the inertia of the times and create their own paths. However, the author later learned that there is only one Way, the path to God through His Son Christ. He invites others to walk this narrow, difficult, but blessed path with the conviction that God will guide them and help them overcome obstacles.

As we enter adulthood, we must conquer the "mountains" in our lives, which can be blessings or obstacles that test our faith. Just as in ancient times, mountains were considered sacred and symbolized strength and stability, they also represent the challenges we face. But with God's help, we can conquer any mountain and leave a legacy for others to follow. This new year, take an inventory of your mountains and trust in God to help you overcome them.

The author reflects on their childhood memories of Christmas, where poverty meant not having enough food to eat. Despite this, they remember the joy of exchanging gifts and the warmth of wishing others a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. The author also recalls feeling a deep respect and love for the Child Jesus, although they later turned away from religion. The author believes that a better world is possible with God, and that without him, humanity will struggle to improve. The return of Christmas traditions, such as gift-giving, brings the author joy, but also a sense of compassion for those who do not have the luxury of celebrating. The author ends with gratitude for God's presence in their life and wishes everyone a Merry Christmas.