Tag: devil

Abiding and Abounding

“I am rejoicing to see . . the steadfastness of your faith in Christ.” Colossians 2:5. The life which abides in faith abounds in Christ. My thoughts and comments today are about “abiding and abounding.” England has long been one of my favorite places to visit. I especially enjoy having […]

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Distractions and Diversions

“Anyone who starts to plow, then keeps looking back is of no use . .” Luke 9:62 TEV. The devil is the master of distraction and deception. My thoughts and comments today are about “distractions and diversions.” Distractions happen. Distractions waste more of a person’s time than we realize when […]

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Condemnation and Conviction

“Whenever our hearts condemn us . . God is greater than our hearts.” 1 John 3:20 NIV. Conviction offers restoration; condemnation threatens separation. My thoughts and comments today are about, “condemnation and conviction.” There are times when you will behave badly. A sadness of heart results, maybe even degrees of […]

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Temptation

“I fear that somehow you will be led astray from . . devotion to Christ.” 2 Corinthians 11:3 NLT “Your strategy for success over temptation is very simple; choose to do what’s right.” My thoughts today are about “temptation.” No one is exempt from temptation. The area of temptation may […]

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Willing

“Your will be done on earth, as it is in Heaven.” Matthew 6:10 NIV “To know God’s will all you have to be is willing! ” My thoughts today are about being “willing.” Your will is a powerful thing, a wondrous gift given to you by God. God meant for […]

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