We live in a world full of compromise, hate, and violence – a world of sin. As Christians, we are told we have to live in the world, but not of it. We are to live a separated, holy life {Romans 12:1-2} but we can’t do it in our own strength; we have to let Jesus take total control of our lives. When we turn our lives over to Him, Jesus becomes our Overcomer.
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Every time the news comes on there are stories full of horribleness that enters our ears and eyes. Things that are hard to forget: the persecution of Christians, the persecution and attacks on different nationalities, freedoms slowly being removed one by one; things that should cause a sense of awareness for the Christian.
We face uncertain times every day. While some of us may face things a little more difficult than others, we all have things we face that cause worry and fear. You know, Jesus is not the one who gives us the spirit of fear. He gives us the spirit of strength, love, and self control. {2 Timothy 1:7}
When Jesus was here on earth, He faced tribulation. From the time King Herod heard about His birth, Jesus was sought after to be killed; Joseph and Mary had to leave their country for Egypt until the danger was over. During the short ministry years, Jesus had his own people turn against Him because of who He was. Can you imagine having your own people turn against you? It’s hard to imagine, but it happens – even today. Jesus told us we would have hardships, but for us to be comforted in Him because He has already overcome the problems of this world.
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Against the foe in vales below
Let all our strength be hurled;
Faith is the victory, we know,
That overcomes the world.
Faith is the victory!
Faith is the victory!
Oh, glorious victory,
That overcomes the world.
This week’s featured post is from Donna Reidland and she shared 10 Ways to Parent God’s
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Every time the news comes on there are stories full of horribleness that enters our ears and eyes. Things that are hard to forget: the persecution of Christians, the persecution and attacks on different nationalities, freedoms slowly being removed one by one; things that should cause a sense of awareness for the Christian.
We face uncertain times every day. While some of us may face things a little more difficult than others, we all have things we face that cause worry and fear. You know, Jesus is not the one who gives us the spirit of fear. He gives us the spirit of strength, love, and self control. {2 Timothy 1:7}
When Jesus was here on earth, He faced tribulation. From the time King Herod heard about His birth, Jesus was sought after to be killed; Joseph and Mary had to leave their country for Egypt until the danger was over. During the short ministry years, Jesus had his own people turn against Him because of who He was. Can you imagine having your own people turn against you? It’s hard to imagine, but it happens – even today. Jesus told us we would have hardships, but for us to be comforted in Him because He has already overcome the problems of this world.
This year, …show more content…
Against the foe in vales below
Let all our strength be hurled;
Faith is the victory, we know,
That overcomes the world.
Faith is the victory!
Faith is the victory!
Oh, glorious victory,
That overcomes the world.
This week’s featured post is from Donna Reidland and she shared 10 Ways to Parent God’s