There is an enemy out there that hates us. His name is Satan, and he took a third of the angels and fell away from God. They were thrown out of heaven (the presence of God) and cast down to the earth. Though the devil and his cohorts are on the losing side of the battle, God allows them to exist for just a time. However, the enemy has no authority because Jesus died to give us … [Read more...] about Walking in the Holy Spirit’s Power
Creating a Life of Faith
According to God's Word, "...faith brings our hopes into reality and becomes the foundation needed to acquire the things we long for. It is all the evidence required to prove what is still unseen" (Hebrews 11.1 TPT). Believing God at His Word establishes our righteousness or right-standing with God (Romans 4.3). Why? Because our righteousness can never come in our own … [Read more...] about Creating a Life of Faith
Joy and Rest are Yours
The Bible says "...there is a special rest still waiting for the people of God" (Hebrews 4.9 NLT) and that we can "Always be full of joy in the Lord" (Philippians 4.4 NLT). Although this joy and rest can happen instantly by the grace of God, many times we will have to "do our best to enter that rest" (Hebrews 4.11 NLT). There are three mains ways we can enter … [Read more...] about Joy and Rest are Yours
Fierce Calling Podcast with Doris Swift and Alisa Hope Wagner
I so enjoyed my chat with Doris Swift on her award-winning podcast, Fierce Calling! My episode entitled, Listening to God's Direction, will encourage you on your personal path of writing or whatever promise God is calling you to! In today’s episode, Listening for God’s Direction, I’m talking with my friend Alisa Hope Wagner. Alisa is a wife, mom, and … [Read more...] about Fierce Calling Podcast with Doris Swift and Alisa Hope Wagner
Transforming Power of Christ
Your emotions are rooted to your thoughts. If you feel stressed, worried, confused, angry, conflicted or any other negative emotion, it is because your thoughts are not submitted to Christ (2 Corinthians 10.5 NIV). Christ broke His body and poured His blood, so He could give you what you need each and every day. Do you need peace? Christ has it for you. Do you need … [Read more...] about Transforming Power of Christ
Jesus is the Only Way
"Jesus would not have had to die on the Cross if another salvation plan could have been achieved." -- alisa hope wagner Why is Jesus the only way to God? Can't we be good enough, nice enough, wise enough or spiritual enough to get to God on our own? In the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve were in the presence of God. They were perfect in every way because they had not yet … [Read more...] about Jesus is the Only Way
Belief Over Reality
"Will I still believe as I did so many years ago even though everything in my life says God's promise is a lie?" - alisa hope wagner: Imperfect Vessels: Faith Writings Volume 1 God loves to give us promises. He designed us with gifts and talents and passions that are suited for these promises. Sometimes, our life experiences may try to tell us … [Read more...] about Belief Over Reality
Life of Purpose
God gives each of us promises that are attached to two things. First, those promises are attached to our one-of-a-kind design. God has created us uniquely with strengths and weaknesses that enable us to achieve the great things He has in store for us. Second, those promises are attached to the throne of God. As we chase our God-given promises, God is able to mold us … [Read more...] about Life of Purpose