“For every child of God defeats this evil world, and we achieve this victory through our faith. And who can win this battle against the world? Only those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God.” 1 John 5:4-5 NLT
It is unethical for a Pastor/leader to plant negative seeds (words) in the mind of an individual about their leader. If that person’s leader is wrong or is in error, it is our job, as brothers and sisters in Christ, to go to that leader, not the member of the congregation, and do what we can to help them get back on track. It is difficult to bring restoration when we have engaged in conversations that bring division. The Bible tells us to RESTORE (Galatians 6:1), not destroy. If we are not going to talk TO them then let’s not talk ABOUT them. God’s Word gives clear guidelines on how to deal with issues in the church. Let’s not neglect to follow His guidelines. I grieve for what I see and I pray that we will choose agape love over hidden agendas. God’s design for the Body of Christ is that we be ONE. Discord and division is a result of a dysfunctional mentality. We, believers, are to have the mind of Christ. “Can we all just get along?” was the question presented on Family and Fri...
Hey Sis! Be persistent in prayer concerning your children. Before you know it, they’ll be walking in what you prayed for. Be not weary if you don’t see it today. Simply declare: “It’s already done!” 1 Thessalonians 5:17 – “Pray without ceasing.” As mothers, we always want what’s best for our children. When we see them heading down the wrong path, it’s natural for us to step in and try to protect them from the world and its influences. But I came to understand that while I couldn’t keep my children out of the world, I could pray for them while they were in it. I often prayed God’s Word over my children. One of the declarations I made was, “My children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of my children.” (Isaiah 54:13) I also prayed, “My children will love the Lord with all their heart, soul, mind, and strength, and they will love their neighbor as themselves.” (Mark 12:30-31) Another prayer I repeated often was that my children would be so on fire for God that t...
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