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…
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…
Not Today!
Did you ever have one of those days? You know, when things are going wrong, and you’re getting increasingly aggravated? Yeah, me too. The devil hates us and wants to do anything and everything he can to distract us and get us off the Path. He knows our weaknesses and…
Battle Prayer
The Word of God contains promises, encouragement, wisdom, direction and power for those who read and follow it. I have also found that God’s Word provides us with weapons we can use to do battle with the enemy who is always prowling around seeking who he may devour, (1 Peter…