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.
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
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Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Too Many Years in Church will Tire You Out, Create Distance with You and God
Spend some time thinking about those who have been in the church for years who aren't genuinely nice or compassionate people. Do you have a few faces in mind? The burned out Christians, often critical and more concerned about what is or isn't in the Bible rather than what God is showing them, are tired of doing what's right so they become good guys or gals who turn bad.
Years of church attendance and not doing much else but catering to those who are like-minded will dull senses when it comes to dealing with those outside of the church. In time, you become lukewarm or ineffective. A church-going Christian who is honest with his or herself knows that God is calling the individual to do some things differently in his or her life, but the leader, member or some other person in or out of the church will refuse. He or she will often make excuses not to do what his or her Maker is telling him or her. For instance, a dedicated member who should be spending more time with family will hide behind the excuse that he or she needs to be available to help the church body. An usher who could benefit from counseling rather than blame one's wife or husband for a failing relationship instead continues to weekly touch the collection plates while offering a fake grin at visitors and members.
"I am good...I don't need to change. I have been a Christian for over 30 years...What more do I need to do?"
For some who have decades of knowledge, they have very little wisdom. If someone or something doesn't have a license, a cross, and worth a lot of money, they aren't listening to any spiritual messages provoking them to change. They forget that Jesus didn't have a license and that carrying a cross wasn't a good thing. Further, the Son of God didn't have a place to lay his head. So too is the case for many Jesus followers. Men and women in Jesus' day hated him and to date unbelievers still hate those who believe in Him.
Now attending church is not a bad thing, but at some point you have to look away from the minister and get your eyes out of the Bible. Instead, look at what the Holy Ghost is moving you to do. A lot of men and women who claim to be believers in Christ have spent so much time being critical of like-minded believers that they are not winning any souls to Christ. They are so involved in the church affairs that they don't even see people as people anymore just numbers walking in and out the door.
When God calls you to sit down and set yourself apart from the others, know that He is preparing you to do things that religious people and doctrine will not support or understand. Don't get tired now, it's only the beginning! Draw near to God/Jesus, distance yourself from religion and start walking in your true calling!
Nicholl McGuire is the author of Know Your Enemy: The Christian's Critic and other books.
Years of church attendance and not doing much else but catering to those who are like-minded will dull senses when it comes to dealing with those outside of the church. In time, you become lukewarm or ineffective. A church-going Christian who is honest with his or herself knows that God is calling the individual to do some things differently in his or her life, but the leader, member or some other person in or out of the church will refuse. He or she will often make excuses not to do what his or her Maker is telling him or her. For instance, a dedicated member who should be spending more time with family will hide behind the excuse that he or she needs to be available to help the church body. An usher who could benefit from counseling rather than blame one's wife or husband for a failing relationship instead continues to weekly touch the collection plates while offering a fake grin at visitors and members.
"I am good...I don't need to change. I have been a Christian for over 30 years...What more do I need to do?"
For some who have decades of knowledge, they have very little wisdom. If someone or something doesn't have a license, a cross, and worth a lot of money, they aren't listening to any spiritual messages provoking them to change. They forget that Jesus didn't have a license and that carrying a cross wasn't a good thing. Further, the Son of God didn't have a place to lay his head. So too is the case for many Jesus followers. Men and women in Jesus' day hated him and to date unbelievers still hate those who believe in Him.
Now attending church is not a bad thing, but at some point you have to look away from the minister and get your eyes out of the Bible. Instead, look at what the Holy Ghost is moving you to do. A lot of men and women who claim to be believers in Christ have spent so much time being critical of like-minded believers that they are not winning any souls to Christ. They are so involved in the church affairs that they don't even see people as people anymore just numbers walking in and out the door.
When God calls you to sit down and set yourself apart from the others, know that He is preparing you to do things that religious people and doctrine will not support or understand. Don't get tired now, it's only the beginning! Draw near to God/Jesus, distance yourself from religion and start walking in your true calling!
Nicholl McGuire is the author of Know Your Enemy: The Christian's Critic and other books.
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