The scripture tells us (1 Peter 3:15) to be ready to give an answer for the hope that is within us. We're also told that the testimony of Jesus is the Spirit of prophecy (Revelation 19:10). If you're a Christian then your story has the testimony of Jesus Christ. Your story is anointed! - Knowing Your Own Story.
The scripture repeatedly describes the Lord as a Good Shepherd who tenderly cares for His sheep. One of the ways that He cares for them is by leading them beside the still waters - Still Waters.
God's Word (Ephesians 6:16) instructs us to "raise the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil." This is an amazing promise but what does it look like in "real life" to raise the Shield of Faith? - Raising The Shield of Faith.
The Lord spoke this Word to the prophet Zechariah (4:10) as the temple was getting rebuilt, "Do not despise these small beginnings, for the LORD rejoices to see the work begin, to see the plumb line in Zerubbabel’s hand.” This is a powerful reminder that God values the preparation time that takes place in us before we walk out those good works that He's prepared for us (Ephesians 2:10) - Preparation Time.
There was an occasion in the ministry of Jesus when several religious leaders brought to him a woman who was caught in the act of adultery. They wanted to know what Jesus thought they should do while reminding Him that law instructs she should be stoned. Jesus stooped down and wrote something on the ground and then spoke the words that still reverberate to this day, "He who is without sin among you, let him cast the first stone." These leaders were trying to trap Jesus and Jesus in turn trapped them as He changed the subject from her sin to their sin. Has Satan ever trapped you with confusion and fear? You can also turn those traps back around on him. - Your Next Move.
