An encouraging word can have a powerful impact on someone’s life. It can inspire them to pursue their dreams, overcome their challenges, and feel valued and appreciated. An encouraging word can also heal wounds, mend relatio…
Letting God fight our battles means trusting Him to do what only He can do. It means acknowledging that He is the Lord of all and that He loves us enough to defend us from our enemies.
The Holy Spirit is my helper, a gift from God to believers. He comforts, encourages, lifts, teaches, and guides me. He is also called the Comforter, Advocate, Helper, or Counselor . He is God’s Spirit inside me, who helps me…
The power of joy in Christ stems from an inner strengthening from our relationship with Him. The joy that is found in God’s presence isn’t static; it transforms and regenerates us. And it is a choice.
God does not waste our pain, but uses it to shape us into the image of Christ. Through difficulties, He tests our faith, our purpose, and our obedience. He teaches us to rely on Him and not on ourselves, and He prepares us f…
Just like the ram took Isaac’s place on the altar, Jesus is our sacrifice. In Him, our lives are spared from God's judgment. We don't have to be concerned about our future. We must hold to a faith that says, “God will always…
By faith we've already overcome every challenge —physical, emotional, or spiritual. The Word of God pierced through the darkness on the cross, overcoming every scheme of the enemy. Put your trust in that truth and your hope …
Change requires action. Today Carlos encourages you to “be stubborn” in the pursuit of your goals. “When you need to change your life, you will do whatever it takes to touch Jesus.”
Fear is one of the tools the enemy uses to discourage us and drain us of our power. Whenever you hesitate, pray and believe God. Pray His Word and believe His Word and you will step out equipped and anointed. When you’re wal…
The Lord knows that each day holds a helping and a half of stress. But Jesus said, “Come to me.” There it is. There's the invitation. “Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upo…
As long as you remain obedient, God will use the desires He put in your heart. He will bless you when His desires become your hopes for the future. Don’t just dream your dream — declare it!
When we advance God's Kingdom, God will begin to do supernatural things in our lives. Miracles will start to manifest; one miracle is worth a thousand sermons.
Refuse to panic. The second book of Chronicles tells us we do not need to fear or be dismayed for the Lord is with us. He is fighting our battles and will deliver us from whatever sets itself up as our enemy. We don't need t…
It’s easy to put our focus on our trials and our challenges. It’s easy to get caught up in the situation and lose track of God’s greatness. But when you praise the Lord during your battle, it becomes an invitation for Him to…
Walking in the Spirit Podcast Carlos Rivera Episode 83: Reevaluate Your Goals March 24, 2023 Reevaluate your goals and your status; identify the folks who are advancing you or hindering what God has put in your heart. Don’…
Overscheduling yourself can wreak havoc on your health and relationships. Even Jesus stepped away from the demands of His earthly ministry to rest and restore in the presence of the Father. Taking needed downtime is not a lu…
When was the last time you tried something new? Carlos Rivera encourages you to go out of your way to expose yourself to new things and it will totally change the way you live. Don’t believe it? Try at least one new thing ev…
Many people come to the altar weeping and crying out because they know they're not right with God. Then they go about their lives as they did before their encounter with Jesus. But that is not repentance. Repentance is a cha…
Just remember that “yesterday” is your history of successes. You’re still standing. You are still here. That is a testimony to the goodness and the faithfulness of God.
Carlos Rivera is getting Powerfully Practical today in the area of value-based scheduling. He says, “You will never unlock your potential until your priorities become habitual.” Whatever you think about and talk about will b…
In today's episode, Carlos Rivera raises the bar in the areas of Integrity, Generosity, and Discerning the Signs of the Times. It's time to stop playing church , get right, and get ready !
Do not procrastinate. Your tomorrow is being decided right now. What you get done today will continue to be productive. Your current actions are seeds that are moving into your future. So let me ask you a question -- What ar…