Bible and Spirit Posts

In Christ vs In Church

The passage explores the significance of church attendance versus spiritual connection with God. It emphasizes that true faith isn’t about the act of going to church, but rather about being in a personal relationship with Christ. It suggests that the hearts of individuals determine their genuine devotion, regardless of physical attendance.
Lordship

The post discusses the concept of Lordship, emphasizing that Jesus remains Lord regardless of individual recognition. It highlights the blessings of submitting to His authority, the view of believers as perfect in Christ, and the importance of overcoming condemnation. The message encourages trust in God’s grace and love, promoting freedom from fear and sin.
Quenching The Holy Spirit

The content emphasizes the need for believers to be aware of six negative influences: strifes, worries, fears, questionings, doubts, and suspicions. These forces can suppress the spiritual fervor within individuals and disrupt their connection with God. The text encourages readers to combat these impurities through faith, scripture, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit to…
Be Purified

The conversation explores the concept of the Holy Spirit as a purifier, characterized as fire. The importance of cleansing impurities in believers’ lives is highlighted, addressing terms like “constrainous,” “contaminating,” and “debasement” to emphasize the need for spiritual clarity and cooperation with the Holy Spirit for personal purification.
Firm Foundation

The content emphasizes the importance of understanding and sharing vital Christian truths, particularly about salvation through Jesus Christ and the significance of repentance. It highlights that true repentance is the greatest ability humans possess, granting access to forgiveness and a restored relationship with God, fundamentally relying on Christ’s sacrifice.
Fire and Truth

The message emphasizes that truth and purity are essential in the Christian faith. Fire symbolizes purification, while truth offers clarity. Sin and iniquity are interconnected, with the latter representing a resistance to conviction. To navigate life correctly, believers must embrace both the Spirit and the Word for guidance and transformation.
Fire Puts Out Fire

The content explores the concept of combating evil through spiritual fire, emphasizing that believers should not respond to negativity with negativity. Instead, by nurturing the Holy Spirit’s fire within them, individuals can extinguish malevolent forces. It encourages a proactive approach to spiritual warfare, fostering resilience through commitment and mindful responses.
Salt Puts Out Fire

The post discusses the metaphor of salt in relation to conflict resolution and communication. It suggests that just as salt extinguishes fire by removing oxygen, individuals can use their inner “salt” to avoid escalating arguments and maintain peace in relationships. The emphasis is on overcoming evil with good, encouraging harmony among people.
Salted With Fire

The passage emphasizes the importance of maintaining one’s effectiveness as a witness in the world, comparing believers to salt that can lose its savor. It suggests that trials, depicted as “fire,” serve as a mercy to prevent this loss. Ultimately, enduring and relying on these challenges enhances spiritual effectiveness.
Communication Depends on Me

My Assignment Completed for You to View and Ponder: Okay, readers, this is my best, yet feeble, “individual” attempt to communicate to you what God communicated to me. Just obeying here. First, I put what I received into one “summarizing” graphic, and then below that, you will find each squared and numbered area as a…
Wisdom Speaks

In a divine conversation, Elizabeth and the Lord discuss the upcoming book aimed at guiding believers amid confusion in society. The Lord emphasizes the importance of individual communication and decision-making in effecting change. Acknowledging the challenges people face today, He encourages readers to recognize their potential to influence the world positively through faith and action.
Introduction to Wonderful in Counsel-Excellent in Wisdom

The book “Wonderful in Counsel – Excellent in Wisdom” emphasizes the guidance of the Holy Spirit and offers spiritual insights for believers seeking to deepen their relationship with God. It serves as a discipleship tool, encouraging readers to reflect on Biblical truths and draw closer to Christ, alongside recommendations for additional readings in the author’s…
SPEAK – The Language of Hope

Chapter 11 emphasizes the importance of speaking the language of hope as believers. It highlights God’s ability to transform hopeless situations and encourages faith over fear. By focusing on the future glory promised to believers, individuals can share hope in their communications, inviting others to know Jesus amidst a world often filled with despair.
Speak – Faith not Fear

Chapter 10 emphasizes the importance of speaking faith over fear by relying on God’s promises. It encourages believers to memorize scripture and actively speak to their problems, trusting in God’s power. The chapter highlights that faith’s effectiveness stems not from its size, but from the believer’s conviction in God’s authority to overcome obstacles.
Speak – edification, comfort, faith – Not attack or judgment

Chapter 9 emphasizes the importance of how Christians communicate, urging against speaking judgment or attacks towards others, whether they are unbelievers or fellow believers. It stresses that love should guide interactions, highlighting that exposing sin is necessary but should be done without personal attacks to avoid alienating others from Christ’s message of salvation.
Speak – As the Spirit of God gives you the reply of the tongue or pen

Chapter 8 emphasizes the importance of Spirit-led communication for Christians. It highlights the necessity of listening before speaking, avoiding flesh-driven speech that can harm others. The author reflects on personal experiences and the value of silence, suggesting that thoughtful prayer and reflection can foster healthier interactions, especially in social media contexts.
Speak – Kindly and Gently

Chapter 7 – Ephesians 4:29-31 emphasizes the importance of kind and gentle communication, contrasting it with societal trends that glorify rudeness. The message encourages believers to speak in ways that uplift others and promote peace, highlighting the positive effects of kind words on both the speaker and listeners. Kindness is presented as essential for healthy…
Speak – When you are not Reacting

Chapter 6 emphasizes the importance of mindful communication, urging individuals to distinguish between reacting and responding. Prompted by James 1:19-20, it discusses how emotional reactions can lead to misunderstandings and divisions, advocating for a measured approach to speaking, guided by the Holy Spirit, to foster unity and wisdom in conversations.
Listen – Without Speaking Until the Lord Prompts You to Speak

Chapter 5 emphasizes the importance of effective communication through active listening and minimizing interruptions. The author reflects on personal experiences with interruptions and rebukes from friends that led to improved listening skills. This shift not only enhanced the author’s relationships but also demonstrated the transformative power of patience and attentiveness in communication.
Listen – In Christ’s Love for ‘That Person’ and aware of His Love For You

Chapter 4 emphasizes the importance of loving and listening in relationships, highlighting that effective communication considers both parties. It explains that recognizing God’s love fosters self-love and awareness of others, enabling more genuine interactions. The chapter advises avoiding toxic relationships while encouraging listeners to embody God’s love in all communications.
Listen – without Suspicion

Chapter 3 discusses the detrimental effects of suspicion on communication, particularly among Christians. It emphasizes that suspicion leads to mistrust, distorts understanding, and hampers unity within the Body of Christ. The author warns against listening with suspicion, encouraging believers to foster love and trust, thereby allowing the Holy Spirit to guide and warn them effectively.
Listen – without Defense

Chapter 2 of Communication Keys emphasizes the importance of listening without taking offense or becoming defensive. It highlights how personal experiences shape our responses, causing misunderstandings in communication. By recognizing these defensive tendencies, individuals can improve their relationships and foster clear communication. The Holy Spirit’s guidance is essential in this process.
Listen – without Offense

Chapter 1 of Communication Keys: How to Listen and Speak Don’t be so quick to take offense at something someone is saying. Instead, hear them out… The definition of offense is annoyance or resentment brought about by a perceived insult to or disregard for oneself, or one’s standards or principles. Listen to whoever is speaking…
The Pursuit of Happiness

The text discusses the theme of pursuing happiness from a spiritual perspective, contrasting it with covetousness. It emphasizes that happiness is an individual pursuit, defined differently by each person, yet universally linked to faith in God and the blessings outlined in scripture. The author urges readers to seek happiness through disciplined faith and trust in…
Truth is Marching On

The author reflects on America’s spiritual state following recent elections, urging citizens to recognize their defiance against God. Citing Psalm 33, they emphasize the need for faith in God’s plans over human power and administration. The message calls for prayer, unity, and preparation of hearts to influence the nation’s direction towards righteousness.
Turn and Return

The content emphasizes the call for Christians to align their actions with their faith in Christ. It highlights the need for repentance and returning to a close relationship with God, warning against being desensitized to sin. Through songs that convey these truths, believers are encouraged to examine their spiritual state and act in accordance with…
Christian American or American Christian

The author criticizes the shifting moral standards in society, particularly regarding homosexuality and abortion, asserting that they contradict biblical teachings. They argue that the Church cannot endorse these behaviors without compromising its authority. The piece serves as a warning against the nation’s drift from God, urging repentance and a return to Christian values for healing…
USA – Make The Choice

The author explores the fact that not making the choice to BE GOD’S NATION is making the choice not to be. We can no longer stand on the fence. God calls each of us to choose whom we will serve, and Jesus makes the choice unmistakably clear: you are either with Him or against Him.…
What Not To Do As A Nation

The author takes a look at Psalm 106 and the sins of ancient Israel and speaks of what the nation of America can do to avoid God’s wrath and remain in God’s favor.
USA – As Sodom and Gomorrah?

The author expresses deep concern over societal decay, drawing parallels between modern America and Sodom and Gomorrah. They cite biblical verses as warnings against wickedness and moral decline, lamenting arrogance and self-absorption in today’s culture. A call to repentance and a return to faith is emphasized, urging believers to prepare for divine judgment.
You are A Part – And God is ‘Building to Plan’

The message emphasizes that individuals are like building materials in God’s grand design. Each person, regardless of their perceived flaws, has value and purpose as part of His plan. The Master Builder selectively puts together these parts for a greater purpose, encouraging everyone to make themselves available for His use and glory.
What Are You Resonating?

The content emphasizes the spiritual resonance between individuals, highlighting how one’s perception affects relationships. It warns against judging others based on personal standards, as this can lead to harmful miscommunications. The author encourages love and acceptance, advocating for a shift in perspective to foster genuine connections and spiritual growth.
We are ALL a Work of Art

Elizabeth Smith conveys a spiritual lesson that emphasizes our identity as creations of God, masterpieces intentionally crafted for His glory. While life may present challenges and weariness, our inherent beauty remains in God’s sight. Each person’s joy and authenticity reflect God’s craftsmanship, which inspires others to understand the divine artist behind their existence.
True Identity– For Couples

The text emphasizes the importance of discovering one’s True Identity through God’s guidance before entering relationships. It warns against falling for individuals who devalue one’s worth and stresses that successful couples must be united in their faith and identity under God’s direction. It also addresses same sex marriage and a way out to get right…
True Identity

The pursuit of worth by attempting to fit into societal molds leads to personal failure and dissatisfaction. True identity is found not in comparison or external validation but through a relationship with God. Embracing our God-given purpose enables us to influence the world positively, fostering authenticity over conformity.
Torment – As Believers

The content discusses the potential torment believers may face due to their choices, referencing Isaiah 50:10-11. It emphasizes the importance of relying on God for guidance and highlights how fear can lead to hasty decisions that result in regret and distress. Believers are encouraged to repent and seek God’s light to avoid such torment.