Heaven is a real place. If you are born again, Paradise is in your future; but, while you are on earth, your assignment is to make Heaven real for others. Go out today and preach salvation and minister the Word of God. As Ca…
In the end times, the Bible speaks of a “remnant” who form their minds, not by the systems of this world, but through the Holy Spirit. Pray today that you will not be swayed by opinions, but stand firm on the omnipotent Word…
"When we follow Jesus’ words and teachings, we are led through wisdom, because Christ is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Wisdom is not found in a philosophy; it is found in a person—the person of Jesus Christ.” If any of y…
Jeremiah 29:11 is a familiar verse to many of us: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future” (NIV) God is always thinking about i…
Paul writes, “whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these thi…
It is impossible to obey God unless we know His voice. Often, God will choose to use people to deliver His message – even people we don’t necessarily click with. Honor God by respecting His chosen vessel and do not let the n…
In Jesus’ ministry, He commanded diseases in all forms to leave the bodies of their sufferers. He spoke to people’s bodies to be healed of their brokenness, blindness, and deafness according to their faith. Today, we can do …
Psalm 23:6 says, “Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life…” Mercy is the act of withholding a deserved punishment. Because of God’s mercy, we do not receive the punishment our sin warrants. Instead, …
Merriam-Webster defines hypocrisy as “the practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs to which one's own behavior does not conform.” The Bible relates this pretense to yeast in how it affects and infects others a…
No matter what you may be going through, God’s glory awaiting us will make our momentary struggles insignificant. When you are hurt, stressed, anxious, or confused, get with God. One moment in His presence is worth a thousan…
It is a new day, a fresh chapter. Today, change your tune and sing a new song. Declare the goodness of God. Speak to body and soul — Bless the Lord, oh, my soul. All that is within me, bless His holy name!
Don't be discouraged because the battle is difficult. Just know that God is working it out in your favor, knowing that even the struggles are part of God's plan to strengthen you. Soon you will see the harvest begin to manif…
It is going to be a blessed day! Did you know the moment you declare God’s goodness over your life, your words ring out into the corridors of eternity? Not only does your environment change, but your mind, and attitude chan…
Words are poison or power; they are toxic or a healing tonic and faith-speaking. Are you destructive in complaining or creative through gratitude? Be around people who speak life, and detach your attitude from disbelief. Be …
Pain is discomfort created by disorder; Sometimes, God gets our undivided attention when we go through a painful circumstance or a time of delay. There are two types of pain — agony that hurts you and anguish that changes yo…
C.S. Lewis said, “Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.” To secure your future, you must endure the present. Do not give up; endure to the end and be saved (Matthew 10:22).
In this episode of “Walking in the Spirit,” Carlos Rivera reminds us that often “what seems like rejection is really God’s redirection.” Keep looking forward, and don’t forget to laugh.
Do you desire to serve the church? God is looking for those who will seek wisdom and knowledge for the purpose of caring for others. If you have the heart to live and lead in wisdom and integrity as Solomon did, do not be su…
God is greater than anything we may go through. When we are in the presence of the Lord, we realize that the suffering we go through is nothing compared to His comfort and His glory. This world throws up many obstacles, but …
When we are sincerely and honestly thankful for what God has done in our lives, we will see an even greater blessing. “It is not happiness that makes us grateful, it’s gratefulness that makes us happy.” Dalai Lama
The apostle Paul rejoiced when he was imprisoned. He knew a little something about choosing gratitude over griping and, as a result, the bars of his prison swung open wide. No matter your circumstances, choose today to be jo…
If your path is hard, it is because your calling is great. God is chipping away the unhealthy, unnecessary parts, and sanding down the rough edges. Surrender to the process and keep taking steps. You have the victory!
When you sow God's Word spoken by God into your own mind, you are sowing all you need to strengthen and sustain your mind, body, and soul. Sow life! Sow light! Sow hope!