Two contrasting ways of life.

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Two contrasting ways of life.

Galatians 5:16–26 Let me explain further. Live your life as your spiritual nature directs you. Then you will never follow through on what your corrupt nature wants. What your corrupt nature wants is contrary to what your spiritual nature wants, and what your spiritual nature wants is contrary to what your corrupt nature wants. They are opposed to each other. As a result, you don’t always do what you intend to do. If your spiritual nature is your guide, you are not subject to Moses’ laws. Now, the effects of the corrupt nature are obvious: illicit sex, perversion, promiscuity, idolatry, drug use, hatred, rivalry, jealousy, angry outbursts, selfish ambition, conflict, factions, envy, drunkenness, wild partying, and similar things. I’ve told you in the past and I’m telling you again that people who do these kinds of things will not inherit God’s kingdom. But the spiritual nature produces love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There are no laws against things like that. Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified their corrupt nature along with its passions and desires. If we live by our spiritual nature, then our lives need to conform to our spiritual nature. We can’t allow ourselves to act arrogantly and to provoke or envy each other.

CHECK YOURSELF: HOW ARE YOU LIVING, ARE YOU ALLOWING YOUR SPIRITUAL NATURE TO GUIDE YOU OR ARE YOU ALLOWING YOU CORRUPT NATURE TO GUIDE YOU?
IF YOU NEED TO MAKE CHANGES IN YOUR LIFE, NOW IS THE TIME TO DO IT.

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PASTOR ANDRA HIGGINBOTHAM

EVERY DAY IS NOT A GOOD DAY

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EVERY DAY IS NOT A GOOD DAY

Ecclesiastes 7:14 in God’s Word Translation (GW) reads:
“When times are good, be happy. But when times are bad, consider this: God has made the one time as well as the other so that mortals cannot predict their future.”
This verse highlights the unpredictability of life and encourages gratitude in good times while fostering reflection during hardships, acknowledging that both are part of God’s plan.
– “When times are good, be happy.”
→ Enjoy and appreciate the blessings in life. Happiness is meant to be embraced when things are going well.
– “But when times are bad, consider this: God has made the one time as well as the other.”
→ Difficult moments are also part of life, just as good times are. God allows both joy and hardship, shaping our experiences and growth.
– “So that mortals cannot predict their future.”
→ Life is unpredictable. No one can fully control or foresee what will happen next. This verse reminds us to trust in God rather than trying to control everything ourselves.

EVERY DAY IS NOT A GOOD DAY, AND GOD PLANNED IT THAT WAY.
WE MUST DEPEND ON GOD AND TRUST GOD IN THE GOOD DAYS, AND IN THE BAD DAYS.

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PASTOR ANDRA HIGGINBOTHAM

STOP HOLDING ON TO MIND CLUTTER.

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STOP HOLDING ON TO MIND CLUTTER.

I challenge all readers of this post to go room by room in their houses, throwing out things, and then to go to work on their minds, getting rid of mind clutter.
Good stewardship means we keep focused on what is really important, and it is not usually the things we clutter our lives and our homes with. What things are you storing that you can do without? What thoughts are you hanging onto that you would be better off without? Bitterness? Grudges? Negative thoughts? Throw them out.
Here are some of the key things the Bible encourages us to get rid of:
– Bitterness, anger, and malice – Ephesians 4:31 says, “Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice.”
– Deceit and hypocrisy – 1 Peter 2:1 urges us to lay aside “all malice and all deceit and hypocrisy and envy and all slander.”
– Filthy language and harmful speech – Colossians 3:8 calls us to rid ourselves of “anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language.”
– Worldly thinking – Romans 12:2 reminds us not to conform to the world but to be “transformed by the renewing of your mind.”
– Sinful desires – Galatians 5:24 says those who belong to Christ have “crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.”
The common thread? God invites us to shed anything that distorts love, truth, and peace. It’s not just about avoiding bad behavior—it’s about making space for something better: kindness, forgiveness, humility, and joy.

ALLOW THIS WORD FROM GOD TO BE A GUIDE UNTO YOUR LIFE.

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Don’t be a hypocrite

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Don’t be a hypocrite
Isaiah 29:15 How horrible it will be for those who try to hide their plans from the LORD. Their deeds are done in the dark, and they say, “No one can see us” and “No one can recognize us.”
Matthew 7:5 “You hypocrite, first take the log out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to take the speck out of your brother’s eye.”
2 Timothy 3:5 They will appear to have a godly life, but they will not let its power change them. Stay away from such people.
Matthew 15:8 ‘These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me.
1 Peter 2: 1So get rid of every kind of evil, every kind of deception, hypocrisy, jealousy, and every kind of slander.

DON’T BE A HYPOCRITE, OR FORM CLOSE RELATIONS WITH HYPOCRITES.

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PASTOR ANDRA HIGGINBOTHAM




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Perfection Is Unattainable

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Perfection Is Unattainable
Ecclesiastes 7:20 Certainly, there is no one so righteous on earth that he always does what is good and never sins.
Romans 3:23 “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” This verse reminds us that no one is perfect, and we all need God’s grace.
– Ecclesiastes 7:20 – “Indeed, there is no one on earth who is righteous, no one who does what is right and never sins.” This verse reinforces the idea that perfection is beyond human reach.
Matthew 5:48 states, “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” This verse is part of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, where He calls His followers to a higher standard of righteousness.
The word “perfect” in this context does not mean flawless or without sin, as humans are inherently imperfect. Instead, it refers to completeness, maturity, and wholeness in love and righteousness. Jesus is urging His disciples to reflect God’s character—especially His love, mercy, and grace—in their interactions with others.
This verse follows Jesus’ teaching about loving enemies and practicing kindness beyond societal norms. It emphasizes that believers should strive to love unconditionally, just as God does. The call to perfection is about spiritual growth, not achieving an unattainable standard of human flawlessness.

I HOPE YOU ENJOYED AND RECEIVED FROM THIS QUICK REFRESHER.

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PASTOR ANDRA HIGGINBOTHAM

GODLY HUNGER AND THIRST

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GODLY HUNGER AND THIRST
Matthew 5:6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for God’s approval. They will be satisfied.
Matthew 5:6 speaks to a deep spiritual longing—a desire for righteousness as essential as food and water. In this verse, Jesus acknowledges and blesses those who earnestly seek righteousness, promising that they will be fulfilled.
Breaking it down:
– Hungering and thirsting: These are powerful metaphors. Just as we need food and water to survive, true righteousness is something our soul craves.
– For righteousness: This isn’t just about personal virtue but longing for justice, truth, and alignment with God’s will.
– “They shall be filled”: This is a promise—those who seek God with sincerity won’t be left empty but will find satisfaction through Him.
It’s a call to seek God wholeheartedly, knowing He responds to those who yearn for His presence and truth.

I HOPE YOU ENJOYED AND RECEIVED FROM THIS QUICK REFRESHER.

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PASTOR ANDRA HIGGINBOTHAM

PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING

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PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING
Praise is an expression of approval or admiration; thanksgiving expresses gratitude. The two are linked in worship, 1 Chr. 23:30. When the trumpeters and singers united in praising and thanking the Lord at the dedication of Solomon’s temple, the glory of the Lord filled the house of God, 2 Chr. 5:13, 14. Praise always glorifies Him, Psa. 50:23. When Paul and Silas prayed and sang in prison, God acted on their behalf, Acts 16:25. Their praise was literally hymn singing.
God delivered the people of Israel from their enemies when they began to sing and to praise, 2 Chr. 20:21, 22. This is an important element in the missionary enterprise, Psa. 96. Even though it may be only a joyful sound, Psa. 66:1, 2, it characterizes the homes of the godly, Psa. 118:15. Christ is said to praise God in the midst of the church, Heb. 2:12.
Thanksgiving can be expressed with vocal and instrumental music in worship, Psa. 147:7. As an indispensable element in prayer, the promise of peace is associated with it, Phil. 4:6, 7. The ungodly do not give God thanks, Rom. 1:21, but it is the revealed will of God that all Christians thank Him in everything, 1 Thess. 5:18. One mark of the filling of the Spirit is the giving of thanks to God always for all things, Eph. 5:18–20.

LET US BE SURE TO GIVE OUR GOD HIS PRAISE AND THANKS.
OUR GOD RESPONDS TO OUR PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING.

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PASTOR ANDRA HIGGINBOTHAM

THE BIBLE TEACHES US ABOUT LETTING OUR LIGHT SHINE

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THE BIBLE TEACHES US ABOUT LETTING OUR LIGHT SHINE
Those who have placed their faith in Christ alone for salvation have the light of Christ living within them. We should never tell someone, “Try to be the light.” No! You either are the light or you are not. Scripture declares that if you are in Christ, you are the light. Matthew 5:14 reminds us, “You are the light of the world.” Christ’s saving work in you has caused an identity shift—it’s who you are now. Letting your light shine means allowing Christ, who lives in you, to produce good fruit through your life. There should be a noticeable difference in how we live compared to those who do not believe.
Let me clarify what I’m not saying. I’m not suggesting we should do good works to be seen as “good people.” Instead, we must always examine our motives. Our actions should flow from a desire to please the Lord. We should live in a way that glorifies Christ before others, so He is the one they see. Our purpose is to point people to the true Light of the world. God calls us to be His vessels in this world, so go and let your light shine brightly!
Matthew 5:14 “You are light for the world. A city cannot be hidden when it is located on a hill.
Matthew 5:16 In the same way let your light shine in front of people. Then they will see the good that you do and praise your Father in heaven.
Isaiah 60:1 “Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.”

LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE!!!

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PASTOR ANDRA HIGGINBOTHAM

LIVE GODLY, DON’T GIVE UP

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LIVE GODLY, DON’T GIVE UP
Galatians 6:9 We can’t allow ourselves to get tired of living the right way. Certainly, each of us will receive ⸤everlasting life⸥ at the proper time, if we don’t give up.
Hebrews 12:1 Since we are surrounded by so many examples ⸤of faith⸥, we must get rid of everything that slows us down, especially sin that distracts us. We must run the race that lies ahead of us and never give up.
1 Corinthians 16:13 “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.”
Hebrews 10:23 “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.”
Ephesians 6:10 “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.”
LIVE GODLY, STAY STRONG IN THE LORD. DON’T ALLOW THIS WORLD TO CAUSE YOU TO BECOME TIRED AND GIVE UP.
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