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Be the Master of Money, Not Its Slave

You should be the master of money, not its slave. This principle is not just about wise budgeting; it's about aligning your heart with God’s priorities and refusing to let material wealth dominate your life.   Money Is a Tool, Not a Master   The Bible never condemns money itself. In fact, it recognizes that money has practical value. However, it warns against allowing money to control our hearts. Notice, it’s not money itself, but the love of money that leads people astray. When money becomes an idol, it replaces God in our lives. The moment money begins to dictate our decisions, control our peace, or determine our identity, we’ve moved from stewardship to slavery.   God Calls Us to Stewardship, Not Servitude   In the parable of the talents...

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Let Jesus Help you Catch

Peter was casting his net and not catching Fish. Jesus told him to cast his net on other side. Let Jesus Help you Catch.    Trying something and it not working?   There are so many things we attempt in life and some will work out and others not. Some results come quick and others take a while   Peter wasn't catching fish   Fishing was Peters bread and butter. Fishing was something he knew inside out. He approached it as he usually would but this particular time it didn't work   Jesus said to cast net on other side   When peter took in the word the result became different. Perhaps your approach to a given area is not the issue but is Jesus directing you?   Bible verses   John 21:6 - He said,...

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Walking on water

Peter walked on water during the storm by receiving a word from God. He sank the second his eyes drifted. Walking on water.   The scene   Peter is on a boat with others and there is a storm go. Jesus is out in the water.   Jesus called on Peter to come   Jesus gave a word to Peter in the midst of the storm and he started moving towards Jesus. Perhaps if someone else tried they would have sank immediately.   Hope and fear   These are to spectrums of faith. Hope looks forwards to whilst fear hinders you.   Peter was walking on water   He got into the water and started to walk towards Jesus. His eyes was on jesus whilst walking in water. His Hope was focused.   Peter began to sink   When peter took his eyes of Jesus he began to...

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Jesus Can Do The Impossible

Feeding the 5000 highlights Jesus’ ability to do the impossible, taking what seems small and insufficient and turning it into more than enough. No situation is too difficult for Him—what we lack, He multiplies; what seems impossible, He makes possible. Jesus can do the impossible.   Our Strength Can Only Take Us So Far   There are times when you feel you have tried every possible move. Perhaps you have been through waves of interviews and not secured a role. Maybe you started a business that feels like it just is not working. Perhaps you are one move away from your breakthrough and you just need to overcome that hurdle.   Jesus Can Take Us Beyond   With the feeding of the 5000, physically they counted and saw...

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Do People Eat Your Fruit

People are known by their "fruit" (actions and character) in the Bible, as seen in Matthew 7:16-20 and Galatians 5:22-23. Do People Eat Your Fruit   Symbolism of Tree   Fruit does not just pop into thin air. Typically, it would grow from a tree. In this illustration, if it is an apple tree, then there would be all kinds of apples growing, not just the one. Some will be sweeter or bitter depending on the life cycle and season the apple is in. God is the tree and Jesus is like the branches that stem of where we now produce fruit.   What Is My Fruit   Your fruit is a special gift you have, and everyone has one. Some people have the ability to calm and...

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Building God’s Kingdom

God's kingdom has many components. Everyone in life is building something, and the main question is what are you building? Building God's kingdom.   Giving   When you give financially to God's kingdom, you are investing into it in same way investing in stocks gives you shares. A key difference is investing into the world goes up and down but anything spent on God only goes up in value. This may not necessarily be limited to financial return but could come via many different channels. You might be the reason the church lights function, perhaps the reason the microphone plays throughout the church.   Service   There are many functions in God's house. To name a few, it might be the person who welcomes people to church, worship...

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Seeds & Weeds Of Life

Planting the seeds of positivity, growth, and resilience while weeding out negativity and challenges. seeds & weeds of life   What are Seeds?   Seeds are the foundational building blocks of plant reproduction and growth. Seeds are a powerful symbol of potential, new beginnings, and growth. Just as a tiny seed can grow into a large tree, seeds remind us of the transformative power of small actions or ideas.   What are Weeds?   Weeds are plants that grow where they are not wanted, often competing with desired plants for resources like sunlight, water, and nutrients   Seeds & Weeds In Relation To God   You may have heard the expression in life what you reap is what you sow. Are you sowing seeds that bear fruit or weeds that bear thorns....

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Asking God for help and dedicating yourself

Discover the balance between asking God for help and dedicating yourself to His purpose. Explore faith, action, and how to deepen your relationship with God.   Easy To Ask For Things   It is very easy to ask for things in life from God. It’s harder to do things for God. The same concept can be applied to people in general. If a father gives a son everything, he wants does the father truly love his son? Some things will not be appropriate for the son so a loving father will know when not to give.   Harder To Do Things   If you were tasked with creating an A-Z list of things you want from God I am sure the list would be unending. If you were...

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Repentance and Redemption

The Prodical son story illustrates a son's journey of repentance and a father's compassionate embrace, symbolizing God's grace and mercy. Discover its profound lessons in this heartwarming narrative. Repentance and Redemption   The Key For Repentance and Redemption   The parable recounts the story of a father and his two sons. The younger son demands his inheritance prematurely, which he squanders in reckless living. Reduced to poverty, he returns to his father, who welcomes him back with open arms and a celebratory feast. The elder son, loyal but resentful, questions the fairness of this reception. The father’s response underscores his joy over the younger son’s repentance and return.   When is the Best Time to Repent?   Now is the best time to repent. No matter what you...

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What musical instrument are you

Explore your spiritual harmony with 'What Musical Instrument Are You?' This faith-inspired quiz helps you discover which musical instrument reflects your connection with Jesus. Whether you're a gentle harp, a guiding trumpet, or a joyful tambourine, find out how your personality resonates with the instruments that have inspired worship and praise throughout history. Perfect for believers seeking a deeper understanding of their spiritual gifts   What Instrument are you?   There are so many that come in different forms, shapes and sizes. Even within a specific type of instrument (guitar) there are many different types all making different sounds distinctive from one another. Take time to discover your hidden talents. You were wonderfully made!   Function of an instrument   The function of the instrument in its simplest...

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