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Joyce Meyer– No matter how right your heart may be before the Lord, if you have pride or anger or resentment in your spirit, you cannot open your mouth without expressing those negative traits or emotions. Why is that? Because, as Jesus told us, our mouths speak out of whatever fills our hearts. (see Matt. Continue reading Kindness on Your Lips→

It seems that God is highlighting so many issues to deal with racism, prejudice, and stereotypes. He’s doing it in our country and also globally. It’s a very complicated, problem that there are no simple answers or solutions.  I have been doing a lot of soul-searching, and praying and talking to my African-American friend about Continue reading Healing the Heart of Racism→

                      I’m sure you’ve heard that you’re a child of God, but do you truly believe that in your very core? Most of the obstacles that Christians face can be traced to forgetting their identity in God. For example, a poverty mindset is rooted in Continue reading Time for Transformation! Your Identity in Christ is More Important Than You Realize!→

Our identity defines who I am. Identity is my position, privileges, and power through Jesus.  It is both His death and resurrection that is the basis of our identity in Christ. Salvation has so many privileges and benefits. Change, and transformation will occur!  Ephesians 1:1 says that we have been blessed with every spiritual blessing Continue reading Transformation: Confident Self Esteem Through Identity in Christ→

It is the key that turns your situation around because it changes you, your outlook, and your attitude. A thankful heart brings power and contentment. An attitude of thanksgiving accepts and embraces God’s will.      

Within every family, we have lyrics or beliefs or “rules” that govern everything within the family. Relationships, communication, conflict resolution, emotional and physical intimacy, interaction with the outside world are all orchestrated by the “family rules.” These rules act like walls that are rigid or flexible. The more dysfunctional the family, the more rigid the Continue reading Transformation: Where Does Shame Come From?→

Mari and Jessica discuss how to be content during all the seasons of our life. They are going to share some things that have helped them during difficult times.      

In this world, there will be troubles, but developing certain habits can make your life better by bringing you peace within your days. Here are 10 spiritual habits to increase your inner peace. 1. Gratitude. No matter what is going on in my life, I can be thankful that I have another day. I can Continue reading Transformation! 10 Spiritual Habits that Will Increase Your Inner Peace→

Every day is the perfect time of year to talk about love, but Valentine’s Day likely sparks more “love” talk than any other. We’re bombarded with advice on how to find love—and keep it—from every friend, family member, and even strangers. Wouldn’t it be easier if we had a specific recipe for love—a foolproof way Continue reading Transformation! A Recipe for Love from Ephesians 4→

Ignite: Catch fire, catch light, burst into flames, detonate, go off, Now it’s time to ignite your New Man thinking. The word “ignite” means to catch fire, catch light, burst into flames, that to me, and go off. What a great word picture of what the word of God does to transform and change us. Continue reading Transformation! Ignite Your New Man Thinking→