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A Mighty Fortress!

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  The LORD is my light and my salvation—so why should I be afraid? The LORD is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble? Psalm 27:1, NLT A Mighty Fortress Where would we be without the mercy and protection and goodness of our God? How can we thank Him enough for all the times when we could have suffered harm and danger, for all the times when He has spared us from all kinds of fear, heartache, and pain? He knows there are times when what comes against us is too much for us, too powerful, too strong. On our own, the sickness, the loss, the setback would overwhelm us. That’s when He steps in. The Scripture says that when the enemy comes in like a flood, the Spirit of God raises up a barrier. When the enemy attacks, when trouble catches you off guard, the Lord is your fortress, protecting you from danger. He is your light and salvation. He’s looking out for you. You can live in peace. You can stay at rest. You don’t have to face this on your own. The reason we g...
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How Do You Face Reality of Eternity?

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  How Do You Face the Reality of Eternity? Scripture: John 3:16, 35–36, NIV “ For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life ” (John 3:16, NIV). “ The Father loves the Son and has placed everything in his hands. Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life, but whoever rejects the Son will not see life, for God’s wrath remains on them ” (John 3:35–36, NIV). Many people make the mistake of developing perceptions and convictions based only on what they see and observe. Although they may be sincere in their beliefs, when they base their convictions solely on the observable, they are likely to make wrong choices that can ultimately lead to destruction. It is vitally important to see all that pertains to life from God’s perspective. Each of us must face the reality of ETERNITY. We may try to ignore it, minimize it, or refuse to listen to anything about it. However, such actions will not remove the reality...
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Who Are You Listening to?

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  Who told you that you were naked?” the LORD God asked. Genesis 3:11, NLT Who Are You Listening to? After Adam and Eve disobeyed God in the Garden of Eden, they were afraid, ashamed, and hiding because they realized they were naked. God wanted Adam to realize the source of the guilt and loss of innocence—that it was the enemy who had deceived them with lies, which caused them to hide. It’s no different today. The enemy will whisper his lies, trying to deceive you into hiding, feeling guilty and insecure. “You’re not talented enough. You’ve made too many mistakes. You’ll never be successful. You come from the wrong family.” You need to ask yourself, Where are these thoughts coming from? If they’re negative, discouraging, pushing you down, making you feel unworthy, you can be certain that they are not from God. Don’t give those lies the time of day. Let them go in one ear and out the other. You need to listen to and believe what God says about you. He is saying, “I created you in My...
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How to Become a Friend of God!

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  How to Become a Friend of God Scripture: Psalm 25:14, NIV “ The Lord confides in those who fear him; he makes his covenant known to them. ” (Psalm 25:14, NIV) What a majestic promise! God will confide in those who fear or respect him in the proper way. Because of our relationship with him, we are placed in a position where he can, subject to his sovereign will, bless and favor us. There is no better friend a person can have than Almighty God! The secret of this relationship is to abide in Christ. “ Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me ” (John 15:4, NIV). In John 14:23, Jesus tells us that he and the Father will make their home with us if we love and obey his commandments. “ Jesus replied, ‘Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them. ’” When we cultivate relationships with people, we get ...
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Outlast It!

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  “The LORD delivered you into my hands today, but I would not lay a hand on the LORD’s anointed. As surely as I valued your life today, so may the LORD value my life and deliver me from all trouble.” 1 Samuel 26:23–24, NIV Outlast It Sometimes the way you overcome a difficulty is to outlast it. For years, Saul was trying to kill David, who lived on the run, hiding and surviving in the wilderness, doing the right thing when it was hard. David had two opportunities to take Saul’s life, but he wouldn’t touch Saul because he knew God had anointed Saul. He let God be his vindicator and didn’t take matters into his own hands. Thirteen years after David was anointed by Samuel, Saul was killed in battle and David was made king. What took him to the throne wasn’t defeating Saul; it was the miracle of endurance. God sustained him. But when we’re in the middle of the difficulty, it can be hard to see. Saul is still making your life miserable. The sickness hasn’t improved. Your child is still...
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Are You Focused on the Son?

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  Are You Focused on the Son? Scripture: Psalm 16:8, NIV “ I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. ” (Psalm 16:8, NIV) When you drive a vehicle, you keep your eyes focused on the road. Pilots of aircraft keep their eyes focused on their instrument panels, particularly in inclement weather. Focus is such a critical factor as we navigate through life. If we focus on the wrong values, we will crash. But, like the Psalmist, when we keep our eyes on the Lord, we will not be shaken. For the practitioner of KingdomNomics,  Christ  is the goal of life—pleasing him, doing his will, being transformed into his likeness, and ultimately, being with him in heaven in a glorified state. “ Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup; you make my lot secure ” (Psalm 16:5, NIV). Have you ever held a penny close to your eye and tried to gaze heavenward? The penny blocks out the sun. In the same manner, when we get consumed with the minutia of life, o...
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ISAIAH 55:1-13!

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  Isaiah 55:1–13: The LORD promises nourishment, mercy, and forgiveness to the exiles in Babylon. The image of a banquet describes God’s lasting covenant with the people. God’s “word” (verses 10–11) has the power to create and save, and will bring the people out of exile to a land restored. Today’s Key Verse: Isaiah 55:6 GNT Turn to the LORD and pray to him, now that he is near. Read 55 The Lord says, “Come, everyone who is thirsty— here is water! Come, you that have no money— buy grain and eat! Come! Buy wine and milk— it will cost you nothing! 2  Why spend money on what does not satisfy? Why spend your wages and still be hungry? Listen to me and do what I say, and you will enjoy the best food of all. 3  “Listen now, my people, and come to me; come to me, and you will have life! I will make a lasting covenant with you and give you the blessings I promised to David. 4  I made him a leader and commander of nations, and through him I showed them my power. 5  ...
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