Darkened Glass Reflections

Tag: Hebrews 12:1-2

  • Reset

    Reset

    Lent gives us an opportunity to lay aside some of the weights in our lives as we aim for a reset in our walk with Jesus.

  • Blessed Are the Pure in Heart: A Lifelong Process

    Blessed Are the Pure in Heart: A Lifelong Process

    “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” The Bible tells us that “when He appears, we will be like Him, because we will see Him just as He is,” and this motivates us to purify ourselves even as He is pure. It is a lifelong process.

  • Advent: Prepare the Way (Luke 3:3-6)

    Advent: Prepare the Way (Luke 3:3-6)

    Advent is a time of preparation for a closer walk with Jesus as we reflect on His first coming and prepare for His return. This can be a good time to clear the obstacles that are hindering our relationship with Him.

  • Divine Sovereignty. IV. Bringing Perspective to Problems

    Divine Sovereignty. IV. Bringing Perspective to Problems

    God is in control of your circumstances. Even when things look hopeless, He is able to restore you. Bring your complaints to God like David did. He can handle it. Be brutally honest about your feelings. At the same time, though, remember how He has helped you in the past. He is sovereign over all…

  • Spiritual Warfare VII: The Shield of Faith

    Spiritual Warfare VII: The Shield of Faith

    Faith is the shield that protects us. It is more than the gateway to salvation. It is also much more than knowledge about the Bible or correct beliefs [even the demons believe, but they tremble in fear (James 2:19)]. Faith is the spiritual power within us that continually brings us under God’s covering protection. Faith draws…

  • Spiritual Warfare IV: The Belt of Truth

    Spiritual Warfare IV: The Belt of Truth

    The belt of truth holds the rest of the whole armor of God in place. It enables us to stand comfortably and advance unhindered. Jesus is the Truth.

  • Dressed for Success

    Dressed for Success

    According to Romans 8:37, we should be “overwhelming conquerors.” Yet, many Christians suffer defeat in some area of their lives. This is not God’s will for you. God declared that He wants you to be more than a conqueror.