See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no “root of bitterness” springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled… Hebrews 12:15, ESV Person A has a problem with person B. Person A is upset with person C. Person A takes issue with person D. Person A is in conflict with person E. Do you see the problem? The problem is not person B, C, D, or … [Read more...] about Give Up Bitterness
Devotions
Give Up the Pursuit of Happiness
Looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.” Hebrews 12:2, ESV Would it not be great if you could always do what you want to do? Wouldn’t that make you happy? You might think so. But if you always did what you wanted, you would … [Read more...] about Give Up the Pursuit of Happiness
Give Up Complaint
You also, be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand. Do not grumble against one another, brothers, so that you may not be judged; behold, the Judge is standing at the door. James 5:8–9, ESV I have come across a few people in my ministry that seem to do little more than complain. They are quick to point out how disappointed they are with what … [Read more...] about Give Up Complaint
Give Up Going Through the Motions
But I have this against you, that you have abandoned the love you had at first. Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent, and do the works you did at first.Revelation 2:4–5a, ESV Revelation 2-3 contain the seven letters to the seven churches. The first letter is addressed to the church of Ephesus (See Revelation 2:1-7). The church in Ephesus was the most … [Read more...] about Give Up Going Through the Motions
Give Up Negativity
“A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” Proverbs 17:22, ESV It is important to have a positive mindset. It is not to turn a blind eye to real problems. It is not to believe that if you think enough good thoughts that your problems will disappear. The power of positivity is to believe that you can overcome with God’s help. The power of … [Read more...] about Give Up Negativity