Sunday, January 31, 2016
Saturday, January 30, 2016
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
TD Jakes Daughter Survived a Divorce - Those Who are Hurting Will Too
Sometimes you just have to call it quits for whatever reason. We don't live in your homes, we don't see what you have to go through each and everyday, and if God before you, then who can be against you?
May this old news about a woman who loved, lost and continues to lead the lost encourage some of you readers in a new way. You or someone you know might be going through a difficult divorce. If the daughter of someone honored all over the world like TD Jakes can survive a divorce, then why can't some of you? See here for story.
It can be quite tempting for Christians to abuse other Christians for their faults, but unless you have walked a mile Laboring to Love an Abusive Mate or someone who just isn't in love with you, then one really has nothing to say but, "I will pray for you."
Nicholl McGuire
May this old news about a woman who loved, lost and continues to lead the lost encourage some of you readers in a new way. You or someone you know might be going through a difficult divorce. If the daughter of someone honored all over the world like TD Jakes can survive a divorce, then why can't some of you? See here for story.
It can be quite tempting for Christians to abuse other Christians for their faults, but unless you have walked a mile Laboring to Love an Abusive Mate or someone who just isn't in love with you, then one really has nothing to say but, "I will pray for you."
Nicholl McGuire
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Monday, January 25, 2016
Sunday, January 24, 2016
When You Know You Don't Have Long on this Planet
There is one foe that most people don't want to think or talk about DEATH. Some Christians fear, worry and stress others about it while many believers act as if they can't speak about it.
With each passing day our bodies are dying and what can you really do about it? Preventative maintenance like eating healthy, being careful when driving and walking, ridding one's self from bad habits, thinking positively, etc. might extend our years, but our days are numbered. We are checking out sooner or later.
So what does the Christian who knows he or she is dying doing in the meantime? Well one thing we don't have time to do is fight every battle we are invited to by the lost, confused, and sick. We also can't be concerned about every issue that is presented in front of us or what people think about us.
After spending time with a fellow believer leading up to her death, you know what she told me? She didn't want to spend time talking about others' troubles. She wasn't the least bit interested in doing anything that might take her away from serving God, so she asked me many times to pray and read the Bible to her. In time, God called her home.
Sometimes we have to look at our current situations as if we are about to close our eyes. Is all that we cry, complain or fuss about really worth it? If you were lying on your backside would you be thinking about unbelievers, your church home, arguing with toxic relatives and friends, or worried about money, job and children? Some of you probably will be, because your relationship isn't right with the Lord. There is peace and freedom in having a personal relationship with Christ and allowing the Holy Ghost to minister to you.
Allow the Creator to release you from those people and burdens you keep talking, swearing, or worrying about. Stay true to God and don't let anyone or anything tempt you to stray!
Nicholl McGuire author of Know Your Enemy: The Christian's Critic and other books.
With each passing day our bodies are dying and what can you really do about it? Preventative maintenance like eating healthy, being careful when driving and walking, ridding one's self from bad habits, thinking positively, etc. might extend our years, but our days are numbered. We are checking out sooner or later.
So what does the Christian who knows he or she is dying doing in the meantime? Well one thing we don't have time to do is fight every battle we are invited to by the lost, confused, and sick. We also can't be concerned about every issue that is presented in front of us or what people think about us.
After spending time with a fellow believer leading up to her death, you know what she told me? She didn't want to spend time talking about others' troubles. She wasn't the least bit interested in doing anything that might take her away from serving God, so she asked me many times to pray and read the Bible to her. In time, God called her home.
Sometimes we have to look at our current situations as if we are about to close our eyes. Is all that we cry, complain or fuss about really worth it? If you were lying on your backside would you be thinking about unbelievers, your church home, arguing with toxic relatives and friends, or worried about money, job and children? Some of you probably will be, because your relationship isn't right with the Lord. There is peace and freedom in having a personal relationship with Christ and allowing the Holy Ghost to minister to you.
Allow the Creator to release you from those people and burdens you keep talking, swearing, or worrying about. Stay true to God and don't let anyone or anything tempt you to stray!
Nicholl McGuire author of Know Your Enemy: The Christian's Critic and other books.
Friday, January 22, 2016
Wednesday, January 20, 2016
Monday, January 18, 2016
Sunday, January 17, 2016
Thursday, January 14, 2016
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Did God Call You to the Fight?
If there is a homosexual male in one corner, an atheist in another, a Klansman standing nearby, and a woman who curses like a sailor and none are the least bit interested in Jesus, then wouldn't it make sense to walk away in love? Maybe you can't mention Jesus or maybe you don't want to start any wars, but your mere presence alone will cause some disruption. One thing all would certainly agree on is to give one another respect. Not every battle the Christian is called to and not every one he or she will win with biblical words especially if God/Holy Ghost/Jesus is not present. -- Nicholl McGuire
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Christians Know Better Not to Be a Fool, But Some Still Play the Fool Anyway
They accepted Jesus once, but they don't want to study the Bible or related books to assist them. They don't desire to learn how to do some things better. They frown at having to perform research. They offer unwise counsel while doing and saying wicked things to others. These individuals are foolish Christians! Although believers in Christ, these men and women aren't the least bit interested in empowering themselves mentally, physically and spiritually against the attacks of the enemy.
We have all been played by a fool and have acted foolishly in our decision-making since walking with Christ. But once we received wisdom and knowledge about some things, our Lord expects us to grow, learn from life lessons and trials. However, so many believers don't! They lie, steal, kill, abuse, destroy, and more in the name of Jesus. They are children of darkness that say, "Lord, Lord..." but they are far from Him. Others are children of light but like a wick starting to go out on a candle, that's how they look to many observers.
Watch as well as pray when you consistently noticed a pattern of foolishness with a so-called Christian or one who sincerely believes but has a funny way of showing it. Guard your heart and don't be tempted to sin because of them. Also, do keep in mind those who are sincere believers may have chosen to walk somewhat with God, but stopped. Unwilling to do anything more, hypocrites, backsliders, and tired Christians are like abandoned vehicles left along side of freeways. The bodies of those vehicles may still be intact, but inside they are broken down, inoperable and unwilling to drive any farther.
Stay strong, my friend, keep fighting the good fight! Satan is always looking for one he can devour!
Nicholl McGuire is the author of many books. Feel free to check out her work on Smashwords, Amazon, Blurb, and other places online. Join her on YouTube channel: nmenterprise7 or connect with her on Twitter.
We have all been played by a fool and have acted foolishly in our decision-making since walking with Christ. But once we received wisdom and knowledge about some things, our Lord expects us to grow, learn from life lessons and trials. However, so many believers don't! They lie, steal, kill, abuse, destroy, and more in the name of Jesus. They are children of darkness that say, "Lord, Lord..." but they are far from Him. Others are children of light but like a wick starting to go out on a candle, that's how they look to many observers.
Watch as well as pray when you consistently noticed a pattern of foolishness with a so-called Christian or one who sincerely believes but has a funny way of showing it. Guard your heart and don't be tempted to sin because of them. Also, do keep in mind those who are sincere believers may have chosen to walk somewhat with God, but stopped. Unwilling to do anything more, hypocrites, backsliders, and tired Christians are like abandoned vehicles left along side of freeways. The bodies of those vehicles may still be intact, but inside they are broken down, inoperable and unwilling to drive any farther.
Stay strong, my friend, keep fighting the good fight! Satan is always looking for one he can devour!
Nicholl McGuire is the author of many books. Feel free to check out her work on Smashwords, Amazon, Blurb, and other places online. Join her on YouTube channel: nmenterprise7 or connect with her on Twitter.
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