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November 14, 2023 - February 21, 2024
Keep that in mind when you feel your circumstances have become hopeless. No matter what you face, God is still in control, silently and sovereignly working all things out according to His perfect plan.
First, no matter how you appear to others today, everyone has a dark side.
Second, regardless of what you have done, no one is beyond hope.
Third, even though your past is soiled, anyone can find a new beginning with God.
“The conversion of a soul is the miracle of a moment, the manufacture of a saint is the task of a lifetime.”
Ananias has been called one of the forgotten heroes of the faith.
First, value others.
Learn to appreciate and embrace the value of other people.
Rather than viewing others around you as hindrances, become a...
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Second, humble yourself.
If you’re necessary for the plan, God will put you in the right place at just the precise time.
They need you to be right with the Lord.
Third, trust God.
it’s the Lord’s work to be done the Lord’s way.
God is never pleased with an independent spirit.
Exceptional work is preceded by extended waiting.
First, when God prepares us for effective ministry, He includes what we would rather omit—a period of waiting. That cultivates patience.
Second, as God makes us wait, hiding us in His shadow, He shows us we’re not indispensable. That makes us humble.
Third, while God hides us away, He reveals new dimensions of Himself and new insights regarding ministry. That makes us deep.
Fourth, when God finally chooses to use us, it comes at a time least expected, when we feel the least qualified. That makes us effective.
Suffering is not about identifying the cause; it’s about focusing on the response.
It is about becoming the man or woman God has called you to be.
Life is not about you! It’s about God.
First, remember that suffering is not new.
Second, realize that suffering plays a beneficial role.
Don’t ask, “Why is this happening to me?” Rather, ask the question, “How should I respond?”
Third, release the idea that contentment requires comfort.
Happiness is a byproduct of contentment.
When we awaken in the morning, we choose the attitude that will ultimately guide our thoughts and actions through the day.
First, in every disagreement, there is one issue but several viewpoints.
A disagreement is a conflict that involves an issue seen from opposing points of view.
Second, in disagreements, each side has validity.
Third, in heated disagreements, someone usually gets hurt.
1. When in a disagreement, work hard to see the other point of view.
2. When both sides have validity, seek a wise compromise.
3. When the conflict persists, care enough to work it through rather than walk out.
4. When it cannot be resolved, graciously agree to disagree without becoming disagreeable.
form the healthy habit of checking what is being said against the Scriptures.
The Scriptures are your measuring tool for making sure the teaching you receive is straight and true.
Critics hate truth because it sets people free.
When you travel, don’t go alone.
When you travel, don’t lose touch with home.
When you travel, don’t believe everything you hear.
When you travel, don’t become aloof.
Truth to them was relative.
First, always stay on the subject—Christ.
When Christ is preached, lives are transformed.
Second, always speak the truth without fear.
Third, always start where your audience is.
Fourth, always surrender the results to God.
