by wapaugmt | Jun 6, 2022 | Bible study, Inspirations, Purpose, Spirit Within, Spirit-led, Spiritual Maturity
Am I now trying to win the favor and approval of men, or of God? Or am I seeking to please someone? If I were still trying to be popular with men, I would not be a bond-servant of Christ.Galatians 1:10 We must be careful when our concerns and priorities become...
by wapaugmt | Feb 9, 2022 | Bible study, Faith, Forgiveness, Inspirations, Prayer, Purpose, Spirit Within, Spirit-led, Spiritual Maturity
Have mercy on me, O God, according to Your loving kindness; According to the greatness of Your compassion blot out my transgressions. Wash me thoroughly from my wickedness and guilt And cleanse me from my sins.Psalm 51:1-2 Father God hears our heart cry out to Him...
by wapaugmt | Nov 4, 2021 | Bible study, Faith, Inspirations, Purpose, Spirit Within
For it is [not your strength, but it is] God who is effectively at work in you, both to will and to work [that is, strengthening, energizing, and creating in you the longing and the ability to fulfill your purpose] for His good pleasure.Philippians 2:13 God has known...
by wapaugmt | Oct 7, 2021 | Bible study, Inspirations, Prayer, Purpose
The [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] is the beginning and the preeminent part of wisdom [its starting point and its essence], And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding and spiritual insight.Proverbs 9:10...
by wapaugmt | Sep 30, 2021 | Bible study, Inspirations, Prayer, Purpose, Spiritual Maturity
“Come to Me, all who are weary and heavily burdened [by religious rituals that provide no peace], and I will give you rest [refreshing your souls with salvation]. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me [following Me as My disciple], for I am gentle and humble...
by wapaugmt | Sep 21, 2021 | Bible study, Faith, Inspirations, Prayer, Purpose, Spirit Within
“The heart is deceitful above all things And it is extremely sick; Who can understand it fully and know its secret motives?Jeremiah 17:9 Everyone has desires, a longing hope for something. What is your heart’s desire? Before answering that question, we...