Category: spiritual growth

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7 Strategies for Overcoming Temptation

Overcoming temptation is one of the most important factors to accelerating our spiritual growth. Falling to temptation is not something any follower of Jesus wants to do. Sin tangles our day and upsets our spiritual clarity, often times interfering with our ability to pray and comprehend the truths of God’s Word. So how do we…
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March 30, 2023 0

Here’s What to do When God Seems Silent

People sometimes go through seasons when God seems silent. Is there something wrong with God? Is there something wrong with me? Did I do something wrong? Will I ever experience God’s presence again? How should I respond? What should I do when God seems silent? In order to prepare to experience God again, there are…
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March 2, 2023 2

How to be a Spiritual Gardener

What in the world is a spiritual gardener? There are allusions to nature throughout scripture. In an oft quoted passage in Galatians, we read of the fruit of the Spirit. But that is not the most important thing in that passage. I live in a part of the world where I am surrounded by orchards…
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January 19, 2023 0

8 Characteristics of Wisdom

Is wisdom a descriptor of your life? Asking God for wisdom is consistent with his will. And since we all want to be wise, we should all ask God for it. If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. James…
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January 12, 2023 0