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Who am I in Christ?

Who am I in Christ?

It may be difficult for you to believe everything the Word says about you, but remember that it is God who is saying these things about you. Rather believe God than your own feelings or what others say.

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10 Ways to set your mind on things above

10 Ways to set your mind on things above

In order to trust God for the impossible and to live a life that honours Him, we need an intentional focus on something other than what can be seen. Our focus is to be on things above, where God is (Colossians 3:1). How do we do that?

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Victory over pride

Victory over pride

“God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” (James 4:6). Pride is self-centred and gets in the way of a believer’s faith. Being humbled is not painless, but it’s our rescue.

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The power of true meekness

The power of true meekness

Meekness is power under control. Jesus had power available to Him far beyond anything we could imagine. Yet He restrained Himself, even before His crucifixion. Jesus said: “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” How are you doing with that?

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Everyone needs forgiveness

Everyone needs forgiveness

Forgiveness, together with grace, is what makes the gospel of Jesus Christ different from any other religion. Forgiveness builds on the foundation of grace. Asking for forgiveness is as important as forgiving someone who has wronged you.

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Signs of true repentance

Signs of true repentance

A truly repentant person is zealous about casting off and turning away from their wrongdoings, even at great cost. This zeal is worked by the precious Holy Spirit within.

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Reflecting His glory

Reflecting His glory

The word ‘glory’ means very great praise, honour, or distinction bestowed by common consent. To live a life that glorifies God is the most wonderful privilege given to man.

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Facing the holiday season

Facing the holiday season

A few days ago, I stepped into an elevator with a lady who immediately started talking to me: “I’m on my way to my room now. I am going to sit there until this is over! Because I have no money…” How do we survive the festive season?

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Invitation to tabernacle with God

Invitation to tabernacle with God

Do you desire a deeper walk with the Lord? Through the Tabernacle in the Old Testament, God revealed to Moses how He wanted Israel to draw closer to Him. In Jesus Christ we have a New Testament model of how to draw near to God.

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Crowns for Christ’s glory

Crowns for Christ’s glory

Have you ever wondered how you can honour the Lord more with your life? Scripture is filled with guidelines of what a life pleasing unto God looks like. Scripture also mentions the ‘crowns’ God has prepared for those who believe upon the Lord Jesus Christ.

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Rising above the storm

Rising above the storm

Are you feeling overwhelmed by everyday challenges and life in general? Perhaps you feel that God may have forgotten you, or perhaps that your prayers are not reaching His heart and ear. What does the Lord expect from us when facing challenges?

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Go on to maturity

Go on to maturity

Faith does not make room for ‘treading water’ and stagnant faith will cause your heart to harden and drift away from God. The Book of Hebrews urges readers to go on to maturity in their faith and to not remain spiritual babies.

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When to be silent

When to be silent

Have you ever felt upset with yourself for saying something that was unnecessary? It is possible for us to grow in wisdom to discern those times the enemy wants to tempt us into saying or doing things that are really not displaying the fruit of the Spirit or the character of Christ.

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A man of God is a mystery

A man of God is a mystery

A man of God commands respect without words and he is awe-inspiring, but it is not respect and awe regarding the man himself. In an inexplicable way, we instinctively know that God is in this man. Why are there so few men of God?

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God needs men (Part 3)

God needs men (Part 3)

The power of God works through men who consecrate their lives to God. This is the last article in our 3-part series exploring the characteristics of such men.

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God needs men (Part 2)

God needs men (Part 2)

The power of God works through men who consecrate their lives to God. In this 3-part series we explore the characteristics of such men. This is part two in the series.

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God needs men (Part 1)

God needs men (Part 1)

When God wants to do something in the world, He always looks for a person through whom he can do it. The power of God works through men who consecrate their lives to God. In this 3-part series we will explore the characteristics of such men.

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Standing alone for Jesus

Standing alone for Jesus

You might come under pressure to lower your standards or your commitment, or even deny Jesus. Jesus encourages us to stay faithful to Him, despite opposition. By doing that, we may find that we stand alone.

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Warning signs of a lukewarm Christian life

Warning signs of a lukewarm Christian life

You want to be sure that you run your race of faith in Christ with passion and zeal. So, is it possible to spot when you are at risk of becoming lukewarm in your relationship with the Lord? What would be some warning signs to look out for?

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Being a man of God

Being a man of God

No man can be flawless. We are all humans. We make mistakes and we commit sin. To be a man of God is something that happens in the heart of a person. The question is: What is in your heart? What is flowing from your heart?

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Dealing with recurring offences

Dealing with recurring offences

After you have forgiven offences over and over again for many years, you have just reached your very end. It may feel like your willingness to do what is right before the Lord is spent. Here are some thoughts to consider about dealing with recurring offences.

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How to consecrate yourself to God

How to consecrate yourself to God

To dedicate your heart to God is to make a conscious, willing decision to surrender your soul, mind, heart, and body to God. This decision must be one of free will, mindful of the cost thereof, and flowing from a deep affection for God. You cannot keep such a resolution by striving alone.

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What does it mean to consecrate your life?

What does it mean to consecrate your life?

Why would you want to consecrate yourself to God? Are you not consecrated once you get saved? Consecration to God is an important spiritual activity that many believers reach in their relationship with the Lord once they come into a deeper desire and pursuit of Him.

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Watch your tongue!

Watch your tongue!

Our ability to keep our tongue in check equals our level of maturity as well as self-control, whether you are a believer or not! What comes from your mouth?

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25 Commands of Jesus

25 Commands of Jesus

When we read the Bible we tend to focus on the promises of Jesus, but not always that much on His commandments. Here are 25 of Jesus’ commandments to make part of your everyday life.

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The fruit of the Spirit

The fruit of the Spirit

Growing in the fruit of the Holy Spirit is how the character of Christ is formed in, and shown through, us! This is an invitation to pray through Galatians 5:22-26. Consider seriously praying this Scripture every morning over your life and the lives of your family members.

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Dealing with your idols

Dealing with your idols

Christians are in danger of allowing things and people to become more important, to receive a greater priority in their lives, than God. In 1 John 5:21, the apostle John warns believers to keep themselves from idols. We need to deal with these in order to experience revival in our lives.

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Dealing with criticism

Dealing with criticism

We all face criticism at some time or other. It is unavoidable. We, ourselves, are also guilty of criticising others, and we need to know how to deal with our own critical spirit too.

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Victory over feelings of guilt

Victory over feelings of guilt

All people struggle with feelings of guilt at some point. Some suppress these feelings and others are oppressed by their guilt feelings. What you do with your feelings of guilt, is your choice.

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Steps to true holiness

Holiness is the opposite of worldliness. It is to say “no” to the world, the flesh and the devil. Holiness, however, is more than just a list of don’ts.

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Humility and confession

Humility and confession

Don’t hide your sin. “Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper, but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy.” Proverbs 28:13. [Ook beskikbaar in Afrikaans.]

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Verootmoediging en sondebelydenis

Verootmoediging en sondebelydenis

Moenie jou sonde wegsteek nie. “Wie sy sonde wegsteek, moet niks goeds te wagte wees nie; wie sy sonde bely en daarvan afsien, sal genade ontvang.” Spreuke 28:13. Also available in English.

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Die Uur wat die Wêreld Verander

Die Uur wat die Wêreld Verander

Dick Eastman, in sy boek “The hour that changes the world”, doen aan die hand dat ‘n mens ‘n uur in 12 periodes van 5 minute elk indeel. Hier is ‘n opsomming van die 12 vorme van gebed. (Also available in English)

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31 Woordgebede

31 Woordgebede

Hudson Taylor het gesê: "Ons (Christene) is bonatuurlike mense, weergebore deur 'n bonatuurlike geboorte, aangedryf deur 'n bonatuurlike krag en gevoed deur bonatuurlike voedsel, geleer deur 'n bonatuurlike leermeester uit 'n bonatuurlike Boek." E.W.Kenyon het gesê:...

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The Hour that Changes the World

The Hour that Changes the World

In his book, The hour that changes the world, Dick Eastman suggests that one divide an hour into 12 periods of 5 minutes each. After 5 minutes you change to another form of prayer. The following is Dick Eastman's groupings Praise and Worship Waiting on the Lord...

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