Giving Jesus Radio

Your mission on this earth will come up against incredible resistance at times. God will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it. (1 Corinthians 10:13)

God is faithful. He will always provide a way of escape.

As we are on the mission of fulfilling God's purpose for our lives, He will show us where the victory can be found.

no weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you.This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and this is their vindication from me,"declares the Lord.(Isaiah 54:17)

Our mindset in the battle as God's children is that as we come upon many afflictions and trials, we are ready to fight against that with which the world bombards us.

Together, Giving Jesus,

-Lana

Remember the old Mission Impossible television shows? Maybe you've seen the movies staring Tom Hanks as Ethan Hunt?

The operatives came up against seemingly un-surmountable obstacles and they put their training to the test and worked to overcome the adversity. The shows wouldn't have been very exciting to watch if the characters didn't have amazing obstacles to overcome.

Unlike characters in the movies or television we face obstacles in our lives everyday. For example, at the time of this podcast our whole world is being turned upside down by a virus called COVID19.

As tough as life gets, we can find comfort of knowing that God has a plan and a mission for our lives.

Listen as we learn more about how we always need to be advancing and how God will be there to help us overcome the obstacles and struggle of life.

Together, Giving Jesus,

-Lana

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." Galatians 5:22-23 NIV

Fruit of the Spirit are thoughts based upon biblical principles to inspire us to cultivate the fruit of the Spirit in our daily lives because these are fruit given to us by the Holy Spirit, not from ourselves.

The lack of self-control has been in the news. Their president didn't win, so they took to the streets in protest. Colleges relaxed rules because sad students couldn't cope with their loss. A cartoon showed people in their 20's on the floor at the workplace throwing a temper-tantrum. The vending machine didn't have their usual candy bar selection. The last one is a little bit far-fetched, but we've seen similar examples. Self-control is control over ourselves when things don't go our way.

Listen as we learn more about how the fruit of the Spirit inspire Self-control in all we do.

Together, Giving Jesus,

-Lana

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." Galatians 5:22-23 NIV

Fruit of the Spirit are thoughts based upon biblical principles to inspire us to cultivate the fruit of the Spirit in our daily lives because these are fruit given to us by the Holy Spirit, not from ourselves.

God calls us for steadfastness, or faithfulness. It's not meant to change. Our faith is a trust and conviction to an allegiance to the Bible and what the Bible says about God. There is only one prerequisite to this faithfulness. You must believe in Him--His existence, His works and His character.

Listen as we learn more about how the fruit of the Spirit inspire Faithfulness and Gentleness.

Together, Giving Jesus,

-Lana

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." Galatians 5:22-23 NIV

Fruit of the Spirit are thoughts based upon biblical principles to inspire us to cultivate the fruit of the Spirit in our daily lives because these are fruit given to us by the Holy Spirit, not from ourselves.

You are busy walking through the city, your head lowered as you read the latest news on your phone. You happen to look up to see a young man scurrying ahead to open the door for a woman. One arm is laden with bags while the other works to navigate the stroller holding a small child. The toddler drops her stuffed animal and the young man swoops to pick it up and tucks it in her arms. He holds the door ajar until they are safely inside, then he walks ahead of you down the street. He chose kindness.

Listen as we learn more about how the fruit of the Spirit inspire Kindness and Goodness.

Together, Giving Jesus,

-Lana

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." Galatians 5:22-23 NIV

Fruit of the Spirit are thoughts based upon biblical principles to inspire us to cultivate the fruit of the Spirit in our daily lives because these are fruit given to us by the Holy Spirit, not from ourselves.

An artist painted a picture of raging ocean waves crashing on a craggy and rocky coastline. The ocean spray flew into the sky. The waves churned, and storm clouds filled the sky. But, as you look closer at the painting you see something. Where two rocks leaned together forming a crevice there was a white figure. It was a sleeping seabird, nestled in its nest, safe from the storm because of the shelter of the rock. The little bird was at peace although a storm raged around her.

Listen as we learn more about how the fruit of the Spirit inspire Peace and Patience.

Together, Giving Jesus,

-Lana

Love and Joy are a part of the fruit of the Spirit. In Philippians 4:8, Paul gives us specific guidelines on what we are to think or meditate about.

"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things."

Fruit is something that naturally grows from a living plant. The fruit of the Spirit are characteristics which should naturally grow out of the operation of the Spirit of our life.

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law." Galatians 5:22-23 NIV

Fruit of the Spirit are thoughts based upon biblical principles to inspire us to cultivate the fruit of the Spirit in our daily lives because these are fruits given to us by the Holy Spirit, not from ourselves.

Listen as we learn more about the fruit of the Spirit in God inspired love and joy.

Together, Giving Jesus,

-Lana

Much of our resistance to taking charge of our lives comes from forces within ourselves. Fear, insecurity, doubt and overwhelm can really keep us rooted in place. Unfortunately, what others think and say can also have a big role in holding you back.

Job says in Job 42:2 I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted.

People don't like change and may prefer you to stay exactly as you are for fear of rocking the boat.

Some people might be afraid you'll move on without them. Perhaps your success is intimidating to them. Whatever the case, you can't change them. You can only keep moving forward and focusing on your own happiness.

Listen to these tips to help you avoid letting the opinions of others keep you from crafting the life of your dreams.

Together, Giving Jesus,

-Lana

One of the best ways to take charge of your life is to take proactive steps to live each day to its fullest. So many people find themselves facing the end of the lives with sadness and regret about all the things they wish they'd done.

While this is common and speaks to human nature, living with regret doesn't have to be your fate. Often in the Bible our everyday life is described as a race. "…let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us." Hebrews 12:1b

Do you have a bucket list? The term "bucket list" comes from the phrase "kick the bucket", slang for dying or passing away.

The list is made up of all the things you hope to do before you die. Paul says in Philippians 3:14, "I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus."

Run the race that God has set before you and when your race is over you will know you are going to win the prize. Hint: the prize is Jesus.

Together, Giving Jesus,

-Lana

Daring to dream is one of the ways we can bring our goals to fruition.

Picturing your life going as you've always wished or envisioning that one thing you've long wanted to accomplish can be quite motivational. It can also be overwhelming.

One of the biggest killers of dreams is fear. We often let fear keep us from dreaming or the memory of past failures hold us back from setting our sights too high.

This type of limitation can become a pattern. In order to live the abundant life you desire, it's important that you don't be afraid to dream big.

Listen how Joseph wasn't afraid to dream Big and you can too!

Together, Giving Jesus,

-Lana