Category Archives: Spiritual transformation

The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is involved in 4 primary ways at the moment of salvation. The Holy Spirit is involved in the life of every believer in at least 15 ways after salvation. The primary work of the Holy Spirit toward unbelievers is… Continue reading

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The beatitudes and the twelve steps

Connect the 8 beatitudes and other scriptures with the 12 step program Continue reading

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A closer look at Colossians 3:11-14

Among those who have been forgiven through Jesus Christ, a new identity has been formed — one that overcomes differences that separate people from each other. Our new identity also transforms the way we relate to and respond to other people. Continue reading

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Understanding human behavior

What is the starting point for breaking cycles of destructive behavior? Continue reading

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Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness (pt. 2)

If we are going to be consistent with the description in the Beatitudes, the person who does not demonstrate this hunger and thirst is either not a Christian at all or has accepted abnormality and mediocrity in his walk with God. Continue reading

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Is grace transforming? 

Mercy is not effectively received unless it is shown, for God’s mercy transforms. If God’s mercy does not take root in the heart, it is not experienced. Forgiveness not shown is forgiveness not known. Continue reading

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Five-fold path to spiritual renewal

Five commands to help shake off spiritual indifference and hypocrisy.  Continue reading

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Not always Wonderful, Great, and Amazing

Have we created a Christian culture that encourages expectations of uninterrupted happiness? Are we comfortable with being uncomfortable? Can we accept the fact that it sometimes doesn’t feel good to be a Christian? Continue reading

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Your mind is a battleground

This one is a little deeper. Please take the time to follow carefully what I am presenting. Continue reading

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A thorn in the flesh?

Three purposes of thorns of affliction and much more… Continue reading

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