Today we will explore the spiritual discipline of surrender. To surrender is to give up control. When we surrender to God, we abandon ourselves to his loving control over all things. To surrender to God is to recognize that we belong to him. It is to accept the Lordship of Jesus Christ over our lives. … Read More »
Daily Inspiration Devotional
Pressing toward the Goal (Philippians 3:13-14)
Paul’s admonition to Christians to press toward the goal (Philippians 3:13-14) is as relevant today as when the apostle first wrote these encouraging words nearly 2000 years ago. Enjoy this sermon from Sunday, June 7, 2020. You can download additional materials by visiting the links below. Blessings, Dr. Wilfred Graves Jr. www.wilfredgraves.org Quick Links -… Read More »
The Spiritual Discipline of Gratitude
Today we explore the spiritual discipline of gratitude. Gratitude is a loving and thankful response toward God for his presence with us and gracious activity within the world. Gratitude is an important worship activity. A life of gratitude will draw us closer to God and is one of the essential marks of Christian maturity. In… Read More »
A Daily Diet of God’s Word
Just as natural food provides nourishment to our physical bodies, so the Word of God provides essential nourishment to our minds and spirits. Therefore, we need to consume a daily diet of the Word of God. Enjoy this short video teaching from Sunday, May 17, 2020. You can download additional materials by visiting the links… Read More »
Consider It Pure Joy!
The dictionary defines joy as “the emotion evoked by well-being, success, good fortune or the prospect of possessing what one desires.” This definition is unhelpful for understanding Christian joy, especially the kind of joy that we are to possess in the midst of trials (see James 1:2). Therefore, let us examine the concept of joy… Read More »
The Spiritual Disciplines of Solitude and Silence
Yesterday’s post introduced the topic of spiritual disciplines. A spiritual discipline is a physical or mental activity derived from Scripture that a Christian does to aid his or her spiritual growth. Spiritual disciplines are what we do in the natural to positively benefit our spiritual lives. These disciplines have been practiced by the people of… Read More »
An Introduction to Spiritual Disciplines
Lasting success in any enterprise or field of endeavor requires discipline. A scholar must be disciplined in her academic research and writing. An NBA player must be disciplined in perfecting his craft through lots and lots of practice. The late Kobe Bryant was known not only for his singular talent but also for his tireless… Read More »
Fearless!
In this video (recorded on 3-28-20), Dr. Wilfred Graves Jr. prays for your ability to overcome fear (see Isaiah 41:10). Although the world is currently facing the coronavirus pandemic, there is still no reason for believers to harbor fear in our hearts. The reason is that God is greater than any sickness or disease. He… Read More »
No Distance in Prayer!
In this video, Dr. Wilfred Graves Jr. prays for your physical healing (see James 5:14-15). Although, the world is currently practicing social distancing because of the coronavirus pandemic, there is no distance in prayer. We can pray for one another no matter how large the physical separation between us. Please click on the image below… Read More »
A Prayer for the Body of Christ
In this video, Dr. Wilfred Graves Jr. prays for individuals, local churches and the larger Body of Christ as the world practices social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic. Please click on the image below to access the video. Quick Links – Download the WGM mobile app. – Watch sermons and teachings from Dr. Graves. -… Read More »
- 1
- 2
- 3
- …
- 10
- Next Page »
