Scripture “But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.” —James 1:4 (NKJV) “I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called,” —Ephesians 4:1 (NKJV) Reflection Patience is one of the ways God forms maturity in us. We need it… Read More »
Day 18 – Prayer for Obedience
Scripture “If you love Me, keep My commandments.” —John 14:15 (NKJV) “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.” —James 1:22 (NKJV) Reflection Obedience is one of the clearest ways our love for God is expressed. It grows out of grace, trust, and a heart that wants to please Him. God does… Read More »
Faith and the Divine Will: Trusting God’s Plan and Power
Defining Faith Faith is not about reciting empty words, performing useless rituals, or convincing ourselves of something that isn’t true. It is not a formula to conjure desired outcomes or a means of coercing God into compliance with our wishes. Instead, authentic Christian faith emerges from a deep-rooted trust and dependence on God, stemming from… 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 »
Three Healing Tips (3 of 3): The Prayer of Faith
Healing Passage – James 5:13-16 13 Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms. 14 Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the… Read More »
Three Healing Tips (2 of 3): The Power of Repentance
Healing Passage – James 5:13-16 13 Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms. 14 Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the… Read More »
Three Healing Tips (1 of 3): You’re Not Alone
Healing Passage – James 5:13-16 13 Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms. 14 Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the… 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 »