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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?
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.
12 Traps every believer faces (part 2)
Life brings a wide range of trials. Let us explore some of the ‘D’ challenges that often creep into our walk with God. Why do they hit so hard? And more importantly, how do we overcome them?
12 Traps every believer faces (part 1)
Life brings a wide range of trials. Let us explore some of the ‘D’ challenges that often creep into our walk with God. Why do they hit so hard? And more importantly, how do we overcome them?
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?
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.
Taking an inventory of your spiritual life
There is great value in periodically evaluating the true state of our spiritual life and walk with Christ. Allow the Holy Spirit to speak to you as you prayerfully go through each of the questions provided in this article.
The danger of harbouring an offence
When we allow little offences to linger, they can quickly grow into a monster! Let us purposefully develop spiritual disciplines that can help us cultivate an unoffendable heart.
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.
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.
Embracing the Desert Season
Every person experiences desert seasons in their lifetime, both physically and spiritually. How do we endure our desert seasons in a way that is pleasing to our Lord?
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?
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.
Abiding in Jesus
Abiding in Jesus brings a promise and reward of sustenance, both now and for eternity. What does abiding in Jesus mean?
7 Difficult things we have to pray
As sons and daughters of our heavenly Father, it is our joy to be obedient in praying for every matter near to His heart, however hard it may seem at the time.
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.
12 Characteristics of people who strive after holiness (Part 2)
This is the second article of two parts looking at the characteristics of people who strive after holiness.
12 Characteristics of people who strive after holiness (Part 1)
What is true practical holiness? This article is the first of two parts looking at the characteristics of people who strive after holiness.
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?
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
5 Areas a man needs to gain victory in
As men we want to show our strength, make our stand, show ourselves strong and able. These can be good, but only when they are birthed from the Spirit of God and from a heart of humility and brokenness.
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?
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?
Asking for God’s blessings for obedience
Pray that obedience to do God’s will might increase in the hearts of our people, and that He will pour out His blessings on the nation.
Aspects of salvation (Part 2): Justification, sanctification and fruit of the Spirit
Some aspects of salvation and the terminology used can be complicated. This is the second article in our 2-part series providing brief summaries of these sometimes complicated terms.
Aspects of Salvation (Part 1): Sin, iniquity and transgressions
Some aspects of salvation and the terminology used can be complicated. In a 2-part series we provide brief summaries of these sometimes complicated terms. In this first article the focus is on sin, iniquity and transgressions.
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.
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.
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.
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?
The revolutionary Christian heart
You can’t change merely by changing your thinking, or through great acts of will, but rather by changing what you love most.
Hear our Prayer: Susanna Wesley for holiness
This is the second article in our series, Hear our Prayer, and features a prayer for holiness by Susanna Wesley.
Why does anyone become a Christian?
The early church surely looked like it was on the “wrong side of history,” but instead it changed history with a dogged adherence to the biblical gospel. That should be our aspiration as well.
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.
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.
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.
Deal with sin and develop a positive lifestyle
What are the things that may hinder your prayers and influence your relationship with God?
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.
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.
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.
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.]
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.
Die vervulling en salwing met die Heilige Gees
Dit is belangrik dat ons daagliks sal bid vir die vervulling en salwing met die Heilige Gees. Sy daaglikse en voordurende werking en leiding in ons is onontbeerlik.
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)
Seek My Face
This is a practical guide on how to watch and pray for one hour, seeking God’s face. (Ps.27:8)
Gebedsgids – Woordgefokusde Gebed
Riglyne vir individue en groepe In hierdie klein gids is daar 'n aantal afdelings waardeur jy daagliks kan bid. In elkeen van hulle is daar 'n groot rykdom van inligting. Laat die Heilige Gees toe om die dieptes van hierdie gedeeltes vir jou oop te sluit wanneer jy...
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:...
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...
Tshwana Articles
All Tshwana prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Batlang Sefatlhego Sa Me (Seek My Face) Dikgoreletsi mo thapelong Thapelo le go ipobola bobe Tsaya Botlhano (Take Five) 1 Dikgoreletsi mo thapelong 2 Thapelo le go ipobola bobe 3 Kamogelo ya...
Zulu Articles
All Zulu prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Funa Ubuso Bami (Seek My Face) Thatha Abahlanu (Take Five)
Xhosa Articles
All Xhosa prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Funa Ubuso Bakhe (Seek My Face) Khetha Abahlanu (Take Five)
Urdu Articles
All Urdu prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Awaken the Watchmen - Urdu
Spanish Articles
All Spanish prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Busque mi rostro (Seek My Face) Despertando A Los Centinelas (Awaken the Watchmen)
Shona Articles
All Shona prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Tora Vashanu (Take Five) Tsvaga Chiso Changu (Seek My Face)
Sesotho Articles
All Sesotho prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Batla Sefahleho Sa Ka (Seek My Face)
Russian Articles
All Russian prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Seek My Face - Russian Awaken the Watchmen - Russian
Portuguese Articles
All Portuguese prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Busque minha face (Seek My Face) Despertando os Sentinelas (Awaken the Watchmen) Oração Prática na palavra (Praying with Purpose) O Principio de André (The Andrew Principle)
Ndebele Articles
All Ndebele prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Dinga Ubuso Bami (Seek My Face) Thatha Five (Take Five)
Kiswahili Articles
All Kiswahili prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Mwamshe Mlinzi (Awaken the Watchmen) Tafuta uso wangu (Seek My Face)
Hindi Articles
All Hindi articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Awaken the Watchmen (Hindi) Seek My Face (Hindi)
German Articles
All German prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Gebet ist Arbeit Die Kraft des Gebets Einzelner Hindernisse des Gebets Gebet und Sündenbekenntnis Dauernde Gebetserhörung Leitlinien für wirksames Gebet Gebet in Jesu Namen Gebet entlang Gottes...
French Articles
All French prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Cherche Ma Face (Seek My Face) Prenez Cinq (Take Five) Réveille le gardien (Awaken the Watchmen)
Dari Articles
All Dari prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Practical Prayer - Dari Practical Prayer Front Page - Dari
Chinese Articles
All Chinese prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. CHINESE SIMPLIFIED 30 Days Word Prayers - Simplified Chinese Bible study Chinese Awaken the watchmen - Simplified Chinese Seek My Face - Simplified Chinese CHINESE TRADITIONAL 30 Days Word...
Burmese Articles
All Burmese prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Awaken_the_Watchmen_Burmese
Bulgarian Articles
All Bulgarian prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Seek My Face - Bulgarian
Arabic Articles
All Arabic prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. 120 Prayer Days Against the Tide Awaken the Watchmen Change Your World through Prayer Effective-Prayer Follow the Crucified One Hear our Prayer - Arabic Pray the Holy Word Praying with...
Malagasy Articles
All Malagasy prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Ny Fomba Fiasa Andrea (The Andrew Principle)
Tsonga Articles
All Tsonga prayer articles are listed below and can be downloaded as PDFs. Lava xikandza xa Mina (Seek My Face) Teka Ntlhanu (Take Five)
























































