Saturday, September 20, 2014
Thursday, September 18, 2014
The Has-Been Christian Doesn't Want Truth
The former Christian used to attend church, read the Bible daily, talk with family and friends about God, watch what kind of programming he allowed his eyes and ears to experience, but not anymore!
Too many issues over the years have affected his mind, body and spirit to the point that God has no significant place in his life anymore. He may still believe a Creator exists, but as for a personal relationship with Him, the Has-Been believer isn't interested. God and his people are not permitted to permeate his private or public life with God-talk, godly events and anything else deemed spiritual.
When the Christ believer approaches the Has-Been believer about his or her negative ways, the individual most likely will not receive the Believer's admonition unless God has prepared his heart already. But if He hasn't, the rebellious man or woman will be most likely offended that his or her sinful ways are being called out. If this is the case, the believer may encounter a demonic attack which may result in cursing, threats, or violent acts. Use caution when talking to former Christ followers about their past spirituality.
Nicholl McGuire maintains a parenting blog for parents with large families and mixed age groups, see here.
Too many issues over the years have affected his mind, body and spirit to the point that God has no significant place in his life anymore. He may still believe a Creator exists, but as for a personal relationship with Him, the Has-Been believer isn't interested. God and his people are not permitted to permeate his private or public life with God-talk, godly events and anything else deemed spiritual.
When the Christ believer approaches the Has-Been believer about his or her negative ways, the individual most likely will not receive the Believer's admonition unless God has prepared his heart already. But if He hasn't, the rebellious man or woman will be most likely offended that his or her sinful ways are being called out. If this is the case, the believer may encounter a demonic attack which may result in cursing, threats, or violent acts. Use caution when talking to former Christ followers about their past spirituality.
Nicholl McGuire maintains a parenting blog for parents with large families and mixed age groups, see here.
Attire Helps When Making an Impact on a Foe
Colors have meaning, from red to black, there are reasons why fashionistas wear certain colors to various celebrity events and why many job seekers show up with more conservative colors on interviews. If you have ever been on a job interview or interviewed someone for a position, the type of clothing and accessories one wears will make a statement about this person in addition to what he or she says. So when facing a foe in a board room or even on the street, your attire will help you spread whatever message you are trying to convey i.e.) power, fear, crazy, intelligent, etc.
Choose your attire wisely. You don't want to send a message of anger toward an enemy by wearing bright reds when you really want to show love. Instead, you would consider a shade of red less bold or maybe a color that communicates peace. A ruby color might remind you of God's divine protection cloaked in the blood of Jesus. Depending on your knowledge of the spiritual meaning behind colors, what makes you feel good or not, and the message you are trying to convey to others, all plays a part in choosing a wise color to wear in any situation. Take a moment to learn more about biblical color meanings here.
When accessorizing your wardrobe, be sure you know the history of popular so-called Christian symbols or those that are considered spiritual--not all mean what you might have been told to think. Some are nothing more than relics from idol worshippers passed down from one generation to the next. Learn more about a piece of jewelry, a design on a belt, a bracelet, ring, a cross design, a fish symbol, the peace sign, and other similar things, before you wear it. You definitely don't want to promote a different gospel in settings that don't subscribe to your belief; otherwise your enemy will look at you as nothing more than a hypocrite.
Nicholl McGuire author of Laboring to Love an Abusive Mate, Laboring to Love Myself, When Mothers Cry, and other books.
Choose your attire wisely. You don't want to send a message of anger toward an enemy by wearing bright reds when you really want to show love. Instead, you would consider a shade of red less bold or maybe a color that communicates peace. A ruby color might remind you of God's divine protection cloaked in the blood of Jesus. Depending on your knowledge of the spiritual meaning behind colors, what makes you feel good or not, and the message you are trying to convey to others, all plays a part in choosing a wise color to wear in any situation. Take a moment to learn more about biblical color meanings here.
When accessorizing your wardrobe, be sure you know the history of popular so-called Christian symbols or those that are considered spiritual--not all mean what you might have been told to think. Some are nothing more than relics from idol worshippers passed down from one generation to the next. Learn more about a piece of jewelry, a design on a belt, a bracelet, ring, a cross design, a fish symbol, the peace sign, and other similar things, before you wear it. You definitely don't want to promote a different gospel in settings that don't subscribe to your belief; otherwise your enemy will look at you as nothing more than a hypocrite.
Nicholl McGuire author of Laboring to Love an Abusive Mate, Laboring to Love Myself, When Mothers Cry, and other books.
Monday, September 8, 2014
Don't Worship the Bible, Worship God! Use the Tool, Don't Abuse It.
Although this video may be controversial to a few, the idea that Christians are using the Bible as if it is God is the point the speaker is making. We are to allow the Holy Ghost to work through us when reading the Bible. Due to so many writers tampering with the Bible for profit, power, and more, one can easily be deceived into believing that every word from a powerhouse publisher is in fact the word of God. There are far too many bibles that have been edited and rearranged to please Satan not God!
So for the gullible and ignorant who read the Bible, these readers will falsely believe that everything in the book is accurate, not so. Research things that have been omitted and added in the Holy Bible over the years and you will be stunned!
Men and women are flawed! We are not to look at any book as if it is free of error. We are to test the spirits. My friends do not treat any book like an idol. Do not defend, argue, or fight over it. It is merely a tool, a helpful reference, ask the Lord to order your hands and feet on where to go, what to read, and more. Satan will not only use a minister to mislead the sheep, but he will also use the tool (any bible) in his hand to destroy them! Far too many Christians have lost their minds while reading the Bible because they simply didn't understand what they were reading or took everything they read literally!
Truth prevails, Saints, not men's opinions, words and pictures stuffed in the bible! Read it, but ask God to direct your path.
Nicholl McGuire
Saturday, September 6, 2014
Cut Away, Cut Off What is Constantly Tempting You to Compromise Your Faith
You say you are a Christian. You believe in the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. You tell others about God and share printed resources and other information about your faith. Yet, there is just one problem, the more you talk and walk in the godly, the more the enemy comes with just one more thing that places you in a position to question whether you should or shouldn't do something that compromises your faith.
"But that's your friend...you knew these people for years...Why wouldn't you help them? You know that if you do for them, they will look out for you." Sound familiar?
For some of you, you may have already done some things that you wish you hadn't and felt like there is no way out of your circumstance. You may even feel like God is not with you anymore this is why you still work to share the things of God. But there is a way out of darkness! Either you cut yourself off from the negative things that bind you or you wait for someone or something to expose you. God warns us to cut certain people, places, things, habits, and more away. He tells us to remove ourselves, to do some things differently, but do we always listen? Sometimes we don't and we learn the hard way.
Nowadays with so many people losing spouses and children, jobs, health, material assets, and more, it can be quite tempting to want to do everything in your power to maintain position, personal fortune, connections, and more. But does one have to sell or continue to sell his or her soul to the devil? Absolutely not! True believers are called to live righteously. Those who sit in pews on Sunday know better. We are to not only listen to the word of God, but do.
So when you know there is something on the inside eating away at your mind, body and spirit and you do nothing about it, know that sooner or later, the work of evil will catch up to you and expose you as a fraud. Allow the Holy Ghost, left behind by Jesus, to cleanse your mind, body and spirit this day and direct your path according to our Father's wishes.
Say this prayer:
Dear Lord,
I praise you this day and recognize your power. I am grateful for all that you have done for me. I know that lately I have not been living right and I ask that you have mercy on me. Move on my spirit to do what's right. Give me the courage to cut away or cut off what is keeping me bound in sin. I ask that you remove the temptations of the devil far away from me. I ask in Jesus name. Amen.
Now that you have said the prayer aloud. I ask that my God cover you in the blood of Jesus and that you begin to start walking righteously again. As long as you confess and repent from sin, you have nothing to be concerned about. Put your troubles in God's hands and leave them there!
Have a day of peace and may God bless you for taking some time to acknowledge Him!
Nicholl McGuire author of Know Your Enemy: The Christian's Critic. Bible readings and other insightful information can be found on Nicholl's Youtube channel: nmenterprise7.
"But that's your friend...you knew these people for years...Why wouldn't you help them? You know that if you do for them, they will look out for you." Sound familiar?
For some of you, you may have already done some things that you wish you hadn't and felt like there is no way out of your circumstance. You may even feel like God is not with you anymore this is why you still work to share the things of God. But there is a way out of darkness! Either you cut yourself off from the negative things that bind you or you wait for someone or something to expose you. God warns us to cut certain people, places, things, habits, and more away. He tells us to remove ourselves, to do some things differently, but do we always listen? Sometimes we don't and we learn the hard way.
Nowadays with so many people losing spouses and children, jobs, health, material assets, and more, it can be quite tempting to want to do everything in your power to maintain position, personal fortune, connections, and more. But does one have to sell or continue to sell his or her soul to the devil? Absolutely not! True believers are called to live righteously. Those who sit in pews on Sunday know better. We are to not only listen to the word of God, but do.
So when you know there is something on the inside eating away at your mind, body and spirit and you do nothing about it, know that sooner or later, the work of evil will catch up to you and expose you as a fraud. Allow the Holy Ghost, left behind by Jesus, to cleanse your mind, body and spirit this day and direct your path according to our Father's wishes.
Say this prayer:
Dear Lord,
I praise you this day and recognize your power. I am grateful for all that you have done for me. I know that lately I have not been living right and I ask that you have mercy on me. Move on my spirit to do what's right. Give me the courage to cut away or cut off what is keeping me bound in sin. I ask that you remove the temptations of the devil far away from me. I ask in Jesus name. Amen.
Now that you have said the prayer aloud. I ask that my God cover you in the blood of Jesus and that you begin to start walking righteously again. As long as you confess and repent from sin, you have nothing to be concerned about. Put your troubles in God's hands and leave them there!
Have a day of peace and may God bless you for taking some time to acknowledge Him!
Nicholl McGuire author of Know Your Enemy: The Christian's Critic. Bible readings and other insightful information can be found on Nicholl's Youtube channel: nmenterprise7.
Saturday, August 16, 2014
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Saturday, June 7, 2014
Practical Advice on Handling Conflict with Brothers and Sisters in Christ
When dealing with fellow brothers and sisters in Christ, don't handle conflict like the world does with badmouthing, teasing, cursing, threats, and revenge. What we think God might approve of us doing when dealing with an issue with someone, most likely isn't in His plan. Consider the following scripture taken from Isaiah 55:8 in the NIV, "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares the LORD.
When we think of how Jesus dealt with conflict, he turned the other cheek, he forgave others, he was humble when he spoke to others, and he offered assistance even to those who didn't think much of him or the gospel he preached. Since we are not perfect like Christ, it would make sense to go to him/Holy Ghost and ask him for guidance when handling troubling issues. Be sure to have a witness when necessary when rebuking any brother or sister.
One must have a mindset prepared to deal with conflict, here are tips here: Philippians 2:1-11. Then pray, re-read text, apply the scriptures to your situation without focusing on what the person should and shouldn't do.
Permit God to convict you on your wrongs without defending or justifying your ways. Talk with trusted friends about the scriptures that you have read and your feelings. Consider this, "Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed." (Proverbs 15:22, NIV) Pray with your counselors. Afterward, act on the word (James 1:22). For further spiritual insight see, God's Guidance for Christians in Conflict by Dr. Mark D. Roberts (Patheos.com).
Nicholl McGuire
When we think of how Jesus dealt with conflict, he turned the other cheek, he forgave others, he was humble when he spoke to others, and he offered assistance even to those who didn't think much of him or the gospel he preached. Since we are not perfect like Christ, it would make sense to go to him/Holy Ghost and ask him for guidance when handling troubling issues. Be sure to have a witness when necessary when rebuking any brother or sister.
One must have a mindset prepared to deal with conflict, here are tips here: Philippians 2:1-11. Then pray, re-read text, apply the scriptures to your situation without focusing on what the person should and shouldn't do.
Permit God to convict you on your wrongs without defending or justifying your ways. Talk with trusted friends about the scriptures that you have read and your feelings. Consider this, "Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed." (Proverbs 15:22, NIV) Pray with your counselors. Afterward, act on the word (James 1:22). For further spiritual insight see, God's Guidance for Christians in Conflict by Dr. Mark D. Roberts (Patheos.com).
Nicholl McGuire
When Facing a Foe...Stand Up for What is Right
From bullies to an argumentative partner, when facing these people, who refuse to do what is right ie.) 10 Commandments for starters, you will not always deal with the confrontation in a way that will appear mature, logical, and calm; therefore don't beat yourself up about it!
Your face will turn red, your ears will feel hot, your heart will race, your voice will elevate, and you might hit a wall or throw something. But when the anger passes, did you make your point? Will things change? Will you do some things differently?
There may be another misunderstanding and another until one day someone is going to wave the white flag and say, "I'm done...I can't fight anymore...I want to do right...I am sick of the war..." Whatever brings a person to the point where he or she walks away or dedicates his or her self to change, at least you know you didn't compromise righteous beliefs and didn't allow someone to abuse or misuse you.
Whatever you do, keep your faith, pray and don't do anything that will cause the person harm or put you in jail.
Nicholl McGuire, listen to audio at http://www.youtube.com/nmenterprise7
Your face will turn red, your ears will feel hot, your heart will race, your voice will elevate, and you might hit a wall or throw something. But when the anger passes, did you make your point? Will things change? Will you do some things differently?
There may be another misunderstanding and another until one day someone is going to wave the white flag and say, "I'm done...I can't fight anymore...I want to do right...I am sick of the war..." Whatever brings a person to the point where he or she walks away or dedicates his or her self to change, at least you know you didn't compromise righteous beliefs and didn't allow someone to abuse or misuse you.
Whatever you do, keep your faith, pray and don't do anything that will cause the person harm or put you in jail.
Nicholl McGuire, listen to audio at http://www.youtube.com/nmenterprise7
Saturday, May 31, 2014
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