Spiritual Growth

We can be prisoners of our sins, addiction, our flesh or anything of this world. Regardless of the type of prison, persistent prayer will set you free.

“In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” Proverbs 3:6

Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Ephesians 5:1-2

The Lord has shown us that He is with us through the great sacrifice of His Son. With such a gracious gesture, must we not be willing to follow His will?

According to the book of Joshua, Israel served the Lord throughout Joshua’s lifetime. However, the next generation had not experienced God’s power firsthand. This is a situation we see today, as many young people are abandoning the faith of their parents. They need to encounter the God of the Bible and come to understand just how real He is—not merely because they were told about Him, but because they have experienced Him for themselves.

Jesus shows us that the Fathers will comes first. Mathew 26:39- And going a little farther he fell on his face and prayed, saying, “My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as you will.”

In this broken world, we will encounter suffering. Should we view this as a sign that God is unkind or uncaring toward us? Or can we see our suffering as a way for God to lovingly prepare us for usefulness in this world and to purify us for an eternity in His presence?

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 ESV