We must understand that God works His favours in us according to our expression of faith. When we take action—no matter how small it is, whether it’s in our thoughts or a simple prayer—, we immediately place ourselves before Him.
Do you see how your desires seek self-honour and self-glory? Do you see why God teaches us to serve Him and to stay away from any personal greed?
Cain and Abel had the same parents so we can say that they had equal opportunities. This verse explains the difference between the two: “If you do well, will you not be accepted? And if you do not do well, sin lies at the door. And its desire is for you, but you should rule over it.” (Genesis 4: 7)
“And the Lord said, “My Spirit shall not strive with man forever, for he is indeed flesh…” (Genesis 6:3) Why did the Lord say flesh? This is because the person seeks his or her own honour and wants everything to go well, so that they can feel good about themselves. What happens when you feel […]
What would you characterise as a miracle? Could it be finding your dream job after years of unemployment? Seeing the son that has been addicted to drugs for so long, finally going back to being the exemplar young man you raised him to be? To finally overcome what has been keeping you awake every night? Breaking […]
“The blessing of the Lord makes rich, and He adds no sorrow with it.” Proverbs 10:22
“…for the zeal of Your house has consumed me, and the insults of those who insulted You fell on me.” Psalm 69:9
How do faith and discipline work together? Find out in this eye-opening message.
We have seen many events, which have left us confused and disappointed; for example, the development of diseases, accidents, the consequences of stray bullets, destruction and death, etc.
What do you consider valuable and precious? For example, if you have the attention of someone who is very important, you can become as “important” or famous as that person and this can make you very sure of yourself.
