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How Can I Be Led by the Holy Spirit?
Learning to accurately distinguish the leading of the Holy Spirit is perhaps the greatest challenge we can face. Abiding in the Lord and maintaining a living connection with Him begins with hearing and obeying Him. God told Israel to obey His written Word and His voice. (See Jeremiah 7:23.) When the army of Israel invaded…
Learn MoreWhat Does Confession Mean?
Words have power. They can hurt and they can bless. But the power of words reaches much further than the impact they make on our emotions. Our words have supernatural power—power that changes circumstances and shapes destinies. In fact, it is our unique ability to choose and speak words that distinguishes man from the rest…
Learn MoreWhy Do Bad Things Happen?
When trouble arises, the most natural thing to do is to place the blame for it on someone or something. Sadly, many Christians have been falsely accusing God of being the cause of their troubles. They wrongly believe that trials and tribulations are God’s tools for developing and strengthening our character. Even worse, they may…
Learn More3 Ways to Improve Your Ability to Hear the Holy Spirit
One of the biggest questions people ask is “How do I hear the Holy Spirit?” They think there must be a magic formula involved—and while there isn’t a 1-2-3 magic formula, there are disciplines that you can implement to put yourself in the place of hearing the Holy Spirit more clearly. Remember, He’s always speaking;…
Learn MoreWhat Is Jesus Doing Right Now?
by Kenneth Copeland Have you ever wondered what Jesus is doing right now—today? Most believers haven’t. They know what He did in the past. They can tell you without hesitation about His ministry on earth, His death, resurrection and ascension. And they can testify about how those things have changed their lives. But if you…
Learn MoreWhy Should I Read My Bible?
by Gloria Copeland Why should I read my Bible? Perhaps you’ve asked yourself that question. Perhaps you’ve read the Bible in the past without seeing much benefit. If you haven’t made Bible study a constant part of your quiet time with the Lord, I encourage you to do it. You see, the Bible is truly…
Learn More3 Ways the Holy Spirit Affects Your Life
If you are new to the Christian life or new to a Spirit-led life, you may be wondering how the Holy Spirit affects your life. Can having Him in your life really make a difference? The good news is: Yes, it does! Romans 8:26 explains the Holy Spirit’s role when it says: “Likewise the Spirit…
Learn MoreWhy is Reading the Bible So Important?
If you could be promised success in life—in your family, in your relationships, in your work, in your school, in your church—by doing one simple thing, would you do it? Of course you would. You would choose success over failure without even really thinking about it. The good news is that you have that promise…
Learn MoreJesus Hears Your Prayers!
Father, in the Name of Jesus I come before You today. I take authority over Satan and bind his operation in my life. I pray the eyes of my understanding are enlightened that I may know how rich is Your inheritance in the saints, that I may be filled with the knowledge of Your will…
Learn MoreA Prayer Before Receiving Communion
Father God, in the Name of Jesus, we recognise that we have a covenant with You—a covenant that was ratified by the shed blood of Jesus at Calvary. Because of the fact that Jesus’ body was broken for us, that His blood was shed in our behalf, we acknowledge that He bore sin, sickness, disease,…
Learn MoreHow to Prayerfully Receive Communion
Father, in the Name of Jesus, we examine our own hearts. We judge ourselves according to the authority of Your Word. In areas where we have missed the mark (strife, unforgiveness, jealousy, envy, hatred, covetousness, fear, worry, unbelief, etc.), we take Jesus as our Advocate and High Priest. We ask forgiveness according to the Word…
Learn MoreA Prayer for Walking by Faith
Father, I come before You in the Name of Jesus, and I choose life today! I will walk in faith and not in fear. Because the Lord is on my side I will not fear what any man can do to me. Father, in the Name of Jesus, I ask You to open my eyes…
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