Lions Unchained

Surrendering to God, includes our finances and this is a controversial topic for some. The mere mention of tithing, sets some Christians in a tailspin. Yet the question becomes, are we still obligated to tithe under the New Covenant? Was tithing established before the Mosaic Law, and if so, wasn’t it always an act of […]

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John the Baptist spoke for us all when he said of Christ, “He must increase, I must decrease” (Jn 3:30). The path to power is a relinquishment of selfish desires which hinder our Christian Walk. We must cast off the sin which so easily besets us and enter into righteousness, which Christ has already prepared […]

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The reality is, for the Christian, our life is no longer our own, as Christ purchased it with His own blood. This concept is sometimes difficult to grasp, albeit, scripture backs it up. The reality is, we must lose our life to save it, and serve others to fulfill Christ’s mandate. Selfishness is not a […]

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This psalm describes in detail the excruciating pain and suffering which our Lord and Savior underwent to pay our wage of sin. On at least eight occasions, it is referenced elsewhere in scripture and describes the unique moment in history when the Son of God was forsaken. Psalm 22, Psalm 23 and 24 form a […]

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This psalm is one of nine psalms grouped together (psalms 16-24), which describe the prophetical aspect of Christ’s resurrection and His desire to live amongst us. This beautiful psalm is the song of resurrection that is sung in places of worship all around the world. John G. Lake’s bugbear was that Christianity was ‘stuck’ on […]

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In the second part of the series, Carl shares personal testimony of how God has spoken to him through the years. It is imperative we seek to hear God for ourselves. By doing so we will be better equipped to fulfill God’s plan and calling for our lives. In this session, Carl gives specific examples […]

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If you mentioned to a friend in passing that you ‘talk to God’ they might think you are off your rocker, however, listening to the Holy Spirit should be a daily habit in every Christians life. As we cultivate the practice of daily Bible reading (logos), our capacity to hear God’s still small voice (rhema) […]

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This messianic psalm is quoted three times in the New Testament, and is a beautiful expression of praise to God. David is in awe of God’s creation and amazed at a God who chooses not only to glorify himself in the heavens, but glorify a weak, sinful people by making His abode amongst them. Ralph […]

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How we respond when others are blessed is a true reflection of our own capacity to receive from God. The elder brother in the story of the prodigal son has disdain for his wasteful younger kin. How you see yourself will ultimately define your ability to fulfill Gods calling on your life. The story of […]

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Some church goers think they’re better than others, because they obey all the rules, thereby trying to win favor with God. This false sentiment is a Pharisaical disposition, where rule keeping is their personification of righteousness. This mindset was prevalent in the elder brother of the parable of the prodigal son. It also serves as […]

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