We know how the devil will attack a new babe in Christ. Hebrews 10:32 sheds some light on what we can expect, But recall the former days in which, after you were illuminated, you endured a great struggle with sufferings. When it says, “after you were illuminated,”...
The devil’s attack on newborn babes in Christ is something we can expect. But what are the reasons for it? Look at Isaiah 59:15-16, as it provides us with a clue: So truth fails, and he who departs from evil makes himself a prey. Then the LORD saw it,...
When can we expect Satan to attack us? Revelation 12:1-5 provides insight into the first time he will attack: Now a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a garland of twelve stars. ...
Husbands, likewise, dwell with them with understanding, giving honor to the wife, as to the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life, that your prayers may not be hindered. (1 Peter 3:7) Notice it says, “Husbands, likewise,” which means,...
My earthly father left me the legacy of integrity, and I am grateful for it. He always told me, "Son, if you give someone your word, keep it—or die trying." Spiritual fathering requires us to live peaceful lives that are full of integrity—ever keeping our eyes on...
If you sow a seed and see no immediate results, don't get discouraged. A farmer doesn't get discouraged after he sows his field. He rejoices because he knows that as surely as he put that seed in the ground, a harvest is coming! If you share Christ with people and...
To help you assess where you need to be if your children are to grow up into a godly blueprint of your image, I'm sharing an important area in which every spiritual parent should purposely and consciously serve as examples. So prepare to make some mental notes...
I do not write these things to shame you, but as my beloved children I warn you. For though you might have ten thousand instructors in Christ, yet you do not have many fathers, for in Christ Jesus I have begotten you through the gospel. Therefore I urge you,...
Years ago I planted a macadamia nut tree in our front yard. The gardener later put in a sprinkler system that watered it, and it eventually became a large, healthy tree that produced lots of delicious nuts. We eventually sold our house to a friend, and now he gets...
Time and time again, I have seen people following the ways of their spiritual mentors. I have friends in ministry who are incredibly anointed and gifted preachers, but their families are in trouble. Their wives are sorrowing due to neglect. Their children are...
For though you might have ten thousand instructors in Christ, yet you do not have many fathers. (1 Cor. 4:15) Fathers, like instructors, teach by precept, but they do more than that. Through example, they impart their character to their children and, in the...
There are a lot of people around who can't wait to tell you what you've done wrong, but there aren't many fathers willing to take the time and effort to help you grow up. (1 Cor. 4:15 The Message) One of the great tragedies in the world today is the lack of true...
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