Have you spent time determining what gift or gifts you have received from the Holy Spirit? Do you understand why He gives us gifts? Do you know how He determines what gifts to give? Would you like to know? The Holy Spirit gives, minimally, a gift or talent to each one of us. For some,Continue reading “Use Your Gifts”
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Renewal by the Holy Spirit
Are you looking for a “do-over?” Would you like to have a fresh start? Do you long for renewal? Have you reflected on previous decisions and wish they could be washed away? Do you know a fresh start and renewal are possible? Often when the calendar rolls over into a new year, we look toContinue reading “Renewal by the Holy Spirit”
God’s Guarantee
Do you purchase warranties when offered? Do you look for products that have a guarantee attached to them? Do you desire a guarantee in life? Are you looking for a promise you can count on no matter what? We are offered warranties for many products we purchase. Sometimes we buy them and sometimes we don’t.Continue reading “God’s Guarantee”
Hope Through the Spirit
Do you have hope? Are you filled with joy? Do you live in peace? Do you seek to have those in your life? Do you know how you can find them? Would like to have them to the point of overflowing with them? It is our human nature to desire a peaceful and calm life.Continue reading “Hope Through the Spirit”
Experience the Holy Spirit
What questions do you have about the Holy Spirit? Do you wonder when you receive the Holy Spirit? Do you wonder if the Holy Spirit is in you? Have you had experiences with the Holy Spirit? The Holy Spirit is a mystery to many Christians. They don’t talk about Him. They don’t study Him. TheyContinue reading “Experience the Holy Spirit”
A Personal Gift
As we continue looking at the Holy Spirit and the gifts He gives this week, what gift or gifts have you been blessed with? If you are curious, there are a variety of test you can take. However, I recommend you talk with your pastor or spiritual leader for guidance regarding which one you use.Continue reading “A Personal Gift”
Learn from the Holy Spirit
Where did you receive your education? Do you continue to learn? Are there certain people in your life you trust to teach you? How do you decide what to learn? Have you thought about learning from God? We learn many things from many people. We go to school, at a minimum, for twelve years toContinue reading “Learn from the Holy Spirit”
Give Extravagantly
What gifts do you anticipate for different celebrations throughout the year? Do you expect especially large gifts at Christmas? Do you desire to give expensive gifts at Christmas? Have you considered the gifts brought to Jesus at His birth? We generally like to receive gifts. As we get older, we look forward to giving moreContinue reading “Give Extravagantly”
The Meaning of a Title
Have you ever put much thought into a title? Have you thought about the different titles used for leadership positions? Do you automatically recognize someone’s job description by the title of their position? We use many different titles for leadership positions, ranging from manager to chief executive officer, mayor to president. We don’t see asContinue reading “The Meaning of a Title”
Plans Executed
How far into the future do you plan? Are you planning for retirement decades in advance? Are you planning your summer vacation in January? Do you plan your weekend activities on Monday? Do you plan out each plan? Many people have short-term, mid-range, and long-range plans. Some will plan each day with meticulous care. ThereContinue reading “Plans Executed”
Marty Pressey 