Tag Archives: Spirit

Be the Giving Tree

Kingdom Principle: The Spirit of God flows from the “root” to the “fruit” by means of “gifts”. Psalm 77:1-2, 11-20 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14 Galatians 5:1, 13-25 Luke 9:51-62 To be a giving tree, we must: tend to the roots, … Continue reading

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Puberty & Prayer are essential to Maturity

Kingdom Principle: Jesus brought the Kingdom of Heaven to Earth, now we can ascend to Heaven on Earth The veil of the heavens and earth has been torn. 1 Kings 8:(1,6,10-11), 22-30, 41-43 Psalm 84 Ephesians 6:10-20 John 6:56-69 The … Continue reading

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Give up – Giving Up

Kingdom Principle: Wholeness of self (body, soul, & spirit) glorifies the King. Isaiah 50:4-9a Psalm 31:9-16 Philippians 2:5-11 Mark 11:1-11 We begin Lent addressing the concepts of giving up verses taking on…and the fact that true growth in Lent takes … Continue reading

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Tired of trying… a simple re-focus is in order.

Kingdom Principle: What you focus your attention on – will determine your next steps Isaiah 40:21-31 Psalm 147:1-11, 20c 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 Mark 1:29-39 Trying to keep “up” with Jesus is impossible! Trusting Jesus to keep you “up” is freedom. … Continue reading

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Suicide & Conversion exchange fear & faith

Kingdom Principle: You are designed to be filled, in order to be poured out. Being filled is an act of the Spirit (establishes Authority), being poured is to advance the Kingdom (demonstrates Power) Deuteronomy 18:15-20 Psalm 111 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 … Continue reading

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Banana Split vs. Sundae

Kingdom Principle: Wholeness of self  is the process of holiness. The King sees your whole self, and your whole self  is greater than the sum of its parts (body, soul & spirit). 1 Samuel 3:1-10, (11-20) Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18 1 … Continue reading

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Custom order or One-size fits all?

Kingdom Principle: The Kingdom of God is universal based on the uniqueness of each person. The Pursuit of Happiness may be a universal right, but Joy is unique to each person. Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11 Psalm 126 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 John … Continue reading

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Confronting or Comforting

Kingdom Principle: Jesus is Lord (King) over everything; heaven to earth, past to future, sinner to saint. My actions do not determine my identity, rather Jesus actions declare my identity. Genesis 28:10-19a Psalm 139:1-12, 23-24 Romans 8:12-25 Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 … Continue reading

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Piercing vs. Tattoo

Kingdom Principle: A pierced heart yields alignment of oneself and an understanding of the Kingdom. Genesis 25:19-34 Psalm 119:105-112 Romans 8:1-11 Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 The heart is the seat of alignment in the spirit, soul, and body. The Spirit of … Continue reading

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Lunar & Loser Eclipse

Kingdom Principle: We most clearly see our alignment (spirit, soul, body) in our shadow from the light of the Almighty. If your life is marked by miracles, that is great for you… if your life is marked by mysteries that … Continue reading

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