Bringing Light to Life
Every thought is linked to an emotion. Every emotion to a thought. That’s why you’ll suffer if you believe and repeat lies about yourself. Lies like: “I’m no good.” “I’m a failure.” “I’m too weak to overcome.” “Nobody loves me.” “I can’t forgive him.” “I can’t forgive her.” “I can’t forgive myself.” If you’ve been […]
While seeking to destroy a stronghold, I’ll eventually ask, “Have you ever done anything you’ve never told anyone?” Most people pause, not to consider if they’ve got a shameful secret, but if they’ll tell me. Eventually, they pull back the mask and let me see what they’re hiding. But I’m not finished. I then ask, […]
As we enter a new year I’m reminded of a short poem by Gloria Pitzer that expresses a problem we all have. She wrote: “Procrastination is my sin. It brings me naught but sorrow. I know that I should stop it. In fact, I will . . . tomorrow. Nothing is easier than putting off […]
No spiritual stronghold will be destroyed until we let go of the sin it protects. Whether the sin is anger, bitterness, fear, despair, depression, dishonesty, lust, or a host of other sins Until we repent the sin will effectively resist all efforts to manage it. It will persist in the face of Bible study, prayer, […]
Below is a nasty list of attitudes and actions people struggle with. Most of us not only battle to break free but to keep the battle a secret. Yet, if we’re going to find freedom, we must first identify what it is we’re struggling with. So take a moment and check out the list below. […]