This saying was made famous by comedian and actor Flip Wilson in the late 60s and 70s. The comic idea was that he didn’t want to do it but the devil made him. Some people today want to use that same excuse when they’re caught in sin. The truth is,…
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Power and Authority
“Behold, I have given you authority to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall hurt you.” (Luke 10:19) Power is the capacity of a person or group to influence others and alter their actions, beliefs, and behaviors. Authority is the right…
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Stretch Out Your Hand
“Stretch out your hand to heal and perform signs and wonders through the name of your holy servant Jesus.” (Acts 4:30). After Peter and John were released from questioning by the Sanhedrin, they went back to “their own people” and gathered in prayer to God. They asked God for boldness as…
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It Is Written!
“But Jesus said, “It is written,” (Matthew 4:4) I get a lot of visions and revelations relating to myself being on the Path of Life. The Path is narrow with many twists and turns, ups and downs and there are tempting side trails along the way. Sometimes I’m tempted, like everyone…
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Just Do It!
As we travel the Road of Life on our way to our final destination, we’re going to have many distractions, challenges, roadblocks, and temptations but Jesus has given us some valuable information, “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33). We’re…