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Your Finances and God's Promises   :  Scripture:  “ “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.”  Jeremiah 29:11 How do you feel when something unexpected happens to your money? This can happen in many ways. You might lose your job, have to pay an unexpected expense, or your money might get stolen from you. You have two choices on how to respond: panic and depend on yourself or trust God because He has a plan for you. It may involve times of joy and times of pain, but He can use both for good in your life. What are you going to choose? How has this been a challenge in your life? Write back and talk to us about it.

Greater is He that's in me than he that's in the world; I have overcome the world and its systems. I've got staying power and I win in every situation. Make up your mind that, no matter what you face, you would neither give up nor give in. The challenges on your way of success are merely a mirage, so don't run from them! Just because you are facing the "Red Sea" and the enemy is bearing you down doesn't mean God didn't send you.

How and When Can I Claim the Promise, “God will supply all your needs?” Written by GodLife on 25/10/2015 Read More: Weekly Devotional Scripture: “And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 It’s shameful when someone says, “You are poor because you do not have enough faith.” The Bible says when they make godliness a way to get rich, they have “corrupt minds” and “have turned their backs on the truth.” (1 Timothy 6:5-6) David did say, “I have been young and now I am old, yet I have not seen the righteous abandoned or his children begging for bread.” (Psalm 37:25) But there’s a big difference between “wealth” and “begging for bread.” How can you keep from missing out on all your loving Father has for you? Put His Kingdom First “God will supply all your needs” was the Apostle Paul’s promise to those supporting his missionary work. He went to plant a church elsewhere and t

Scripture: “Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 Are you a generous person? The word ‘generous’ doesn’t just refer to the size of someone’s gift. A generous person is unselfish in their giving - whether it’s giving money, service, or even grace - and it comes from the heart. God loves a cheerful giver because He is a generous God and wants us to be generous like Him. Maybe it’s hard for you to see God’s generosity in your life right now...write back and let us walk through that with you.

When someone has hurt or wronged you, can you forgive them? We look into forgiveness, what it means and why it matters. © Stepan Popov - Fotolia.com© Stepan Popov - Fotolia.com What is real forgiveness? It's easy to mumble, “I forgive you," but to truly forgive someone - or even yourself - is a different thing altogether. It is not a merely a matter of accepting an apology and remaining friends, you have to look deeper into your heart to know if you have truly forgiven. Real forgiveness is when you, as the victim, genuinely have a sense of peace about the harm or damage caused. This is when you are able to let go of any emotions of anger, vengefulness and resentment. When you truly forgive, you do it whole-heartedly and without wishing any harm to the person who hurt you. Often, we are hurt by others deliberately. Maybe that woman you once knew schemed and stole your lover. At other times, it can be more subtle. Maybe a friend did not invite you to her dinner party, or y

Scripture: “Whatever you do, do it from the heart for the Lord and not for people.” (Colossians 3:23) Did you know that "God helps those who help themselves" is one of the most-quoted phony Bible verses out there? Remember this: God “know(s) the hopes of the helpless” (Psalm 10:17) and His “power works best in weakness.” (2 Corinthians 12:9) If you’ve been praying for a job for a long time, here are a few things to consider. Consider God’s Calling Does God have a plan for you? Yes. The bigger question is, "What is God’s plan?" We all have dreams for our life, but God’s plan is first. He does not want to just be a part of the plans I make for my life. God’s plan involves His “Kingdom” because He is the King, and we owe loyalty to Him. Sin is disloyalty to Him, and “The Lord will not hear me if I hold on to sin in my heart.” (Psalm 66:18) But there’s more to think about as you wait for an answer to your prayer for a job. Consider How God Created You Ephesians 2:1-

Verse: Romans 4:8 'Yes, what joy for those whose record the Lord has cleared of sin.' - What a joy it is to know that we have been forgiven. - Forgiveness is one of the greatest gifts that can be given or received. - If God has forgiven us, why can we not extend forgiveness to others? - As we confess our sin to God, He will forgive us. PRAYER: Lord, forgive me for those things that I have done that have not pleased You. I receive Your forgiveness and I rejoice in the freedom You give me. Amen. Have a blessed day

Scripture: “You have planted much but harvest little…You earn money, but put it into a bag with holes.” Haggai 1:6 On a hot summer day you can actually see water evaporating from a stream. Does your money appear to be vanishing? Are you constantly spending more than you earn? Maybe the solution is not getting more money into your hands. Let’s go to God’s word to see what the Scriptures say about money. Do you believe God cares about what you do with the money you earn? What has first place in your life, God or money? For one month, try writing down all of your purchases. This is a good way to reveal where your money is going and what has first place in your heart. Does God have first place, or do you spend most of your money eating out or buying clothes and other material things? Jesus said in Matthew 6:33, “…first and most importantly seek (aim at, strive after) His kingdom and His righteousness (His way of doing…the attitude and character of God), and these things will be given to

Scripture: 9 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you. We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, 10 so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, 11 being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, 12 and giving joyful thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of his holy people in the kingdom of light.13 For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, 14 in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins." - Colossians 1:9-14

In many cases sickness has nothing to do with punishment for sin. In fact, God often uses suffering for His glory and our own good. Written by Hope on 03/10/2015 Read More: Weekly Devotional Scripture: “[The Lord] said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” II Corinthians 12:9a What is your health like? Do you know that God loves you and can work in your life, even if you are suffering physically? What You Might Have Heard Many Christians have heard that sickness or illness is caused by your sin or weak faith. Under Old Testament Law, God promised the nation of Israel: “If you listen to [God’s] regulations and faithfully obey them,... the Lord will protect you from all sickness” (Deuteronomy 7:12, 15). But “if you refuse to listen to the Lord your God, all these curses will come and overwhelm you (Deuteronomy 28:15), including being afflicted “with diseases” (Deuteronomy 28:21). Does that still apply today? Sickness Itself Is Not Evidence of A Curse In

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Luke 1:46 - 50: "And Mary said,My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. For he that is mighty hath done to me great things; and holy is his name. And his mercy is on them that fear him from generation to generation". At 12noon (Local/GMT), we'll pray fervently in the spirit, bringing to remembrance all the great things that the Lord has done for us this month of September; glorifying Him for his faithfulness, love and mercy. Recognise His mighty hand at work in your behalf and testify before Him, of His glorious and marvellous works, for the Lord inhabits the praises of His people. Declare also that you walk continually in His perfect will and worthy of His calling, pleasing Him in all things, and bringing glory and honour to Him always. At 10pm, we'll pray for all 15min in tongues, glorifying the Lord. God b