Category Archives: Mixed Emotions

Being Confident

Posted on February 24, 2019 by growingasadisciple

being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:6 (NIV) Confident  I’m confident. You are confident about what? I am confident that … Continue reading →

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Finish Its Work

Posted on February 23, 2019 by growingasadisciple

Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. … Continue reading →

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Humble Yourselves

Posted on February 20, 2019 by growingasadisciple

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6-7 (NIV) My Anxiety I would have never guessed the true … Continue reading →

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God Sent Me

Posted on January 22, 2019 by growingasadisciple

Then Joseph said to his brothers, “Come close to me.” When they had done so, he said, “I am your brother Joseph, the one you sold into Egypt! And now, do not be distressed and do not be angry with … Continue reading →

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Slow To Become Angry

Posted on March 26, 2018 by growingasadisciple

My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires. Therefore, get rid of all moral … Continue reading →

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I Can

Posted on November 12, 2017 by growingasadisciple

I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 (ESV)  Impossible This is too hard. This is too difficult. You have asked too much of me. This is beyond my gifts, talents and abilities. I can’t possibly … Continue reading →

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Envied The Arrogant

Posted on October 7, 2017 by growingasadisciple

But as for me, my feet had almost slipped; I had nearly lost my foothold. For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked. Psalm 73:2-3 (NIV) Slippery Path I had the wrong perspective. I was … Continue reading →

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Do Not Love The World

Posted on September 16, 2017 by growingasadisciple

Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of … Continue reading →

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Do Not Be Anxious

Posted on September 15, 2017 by growingasadisciple

do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in … Continue reading →

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Do Not Be Frightened

Posted on September 12, 2017 by growingasadisciple

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 (ESV)  Bold And Courageous  Will you go where I … Continue reading →

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